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Old 02-15-2005 | 06:43 PM
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Drove one today....Not bad...Big improvement in HP's but still a little plain!!!
New exhaust / New hood same old plain car...
LS2 power not bad though....
Old 02-15-2005 | 06:50 PM
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Okay...
Old 02-15-2005 | 07:47 PM
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So I assume you did not like the car. If it's the same old thing, why waste your time?
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So I assume you did not like the car. If it's the same old thing, why waste your time?
Not a waste of time I work at a Pontiac dealership...
Not throwing a shot just think the car has alot more potential...!
Old 02-15-2005 | 09:29 PM
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So, what was the reason to start this thread.
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I think for the money this car is a steal, especially for the upgrades that they put in this year. I just havent had time to test drive one yet. I think it has a great sleeper look to it maybe not with the hood now, but I heard you could option to delete it. just another opion.
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Originally Posted by SPRSPT
Drove one today....Not bad...Big improvement in HP's but still a little plain!!!
New exhaust / New hood same old plain car...
LS2 power not bad though....
Well of course - you prefer the 4 door wing/large scoop look of your Subaru, so wouldn't expect you to like the 2 door Australian sport coupe design.
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Well of course - you prefer the 4 door wing/large scoop look of your Subaru, so wouldn't expect you to like the 2 door Australian sport coupe design.
Good point but were I live rear wheel drive isn't an option in the winter...
The Zo6 is for the summer and the WRX is for the winter...
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I think for the money this car is a steal, especially for the upgrades that they put in this year. I just havent had time to test drive one yet. I think it has a great sleeper look to it maybe not with the hood now, but I heard you could option to delete it. just another opion.
Yes you can delete the hood....
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Is it plain like the body lines don't grab you or plain like seeing 1,000's of them daily like I see ZO6's plain?

Remember, the '64's and '65's weren't styling mavens either!
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Is it plain like the body lines don't grab you or plain like seeing 1,000's of them daily like I see ZO6's plain?

Remember, the '64's and '65's weren't styling mavens either!
LOL...
You see alot of Zo6's because it is the best car for the MONEY...IMO!

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Sure! :p
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Sure! :p
LMAO....Don't worry guys I will stay out of here from now on...LOL
Wasn't throwing a shot but......No prob!
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No, each person has different criteria for what makes the best vehicle for the money.

ZO6's are great, but my humble opinion is that they aren't the best for my money which at the end of the day is all that matters!
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Originally Posted by CMNTMXR57
No, each person has different criteria for what makes the best vehicle for the money.

ZO6's are great, but my humble opinion is that they aren't the best for my money which at the end of the day is all that matters!
Very True!!!
That is what matters...
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Interesting thread. None the less, I love my GTO. and to me the Z06 is the best car for the money also.

Still wouldnt trade my 04 Goat for anything. This baby is worth keeping!
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Originally Posted by TrakDay
Interesting thread. None the less, I love my GTO. and to me the Z06 is the best car for the money also.

Still wouldnt trade my 04 Goat for anything. This baby is worth keeping!
It's Kool...I guess we should all just be happy that GM is still making somethin worth buyin. Whether it be a Chevy or a Pontiac at least it aint a Ford...LOL
All be it the Corba isn't bad either....
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How much are the 05 GTOs going for $$$?? and do u guys think they'll have the deals on these like they did on the 04s?
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Went to dealer in NJ with 3 05's and they want MSRP - but that was without any negotiating. At least they don't want more than sticker...
Old 02-17-2005 | 06:59 AM
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Originally Posted by 2k3GTP
How much are the 05 GTOs going for $$$?? and do u guys think they'll have the deals on these like they did on the 04s?
The one I drove was $33,690... Sticker
Eventually every car gets "The Deal" it just may be a bit longer with the LS2
Power plant under the hood!

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