Friend just bought a GTO...

[EvilYoda]

Hey RGN, wanna start an ATOT GTO club? I just picked mine up this morning, pics later...and ontop of a new DVD player and sub, I'm one HAPPY 22 year old

 

[FrustratedUser]

I like it and I want it.

 

[drnickriviera]

What kind of gas mileage that sucker get? Can't be too good with a big engine hauling around 3700lbs.

 

[SilverTorch]

I really dislike the way that the new GTO looks like. It looks horrid. I like Pontiacs, I drive a 97 GTP, the GTO just looks like every blind person at GM took a swing at it with the ugly stick.

The SC kit for the 04 GTO is actually worth the money, about 6 grand for a nice big SC, intercooler (and all the parts for it, pump and a radiator), ECU upgrade, new fuel injectors, new fuel rails and a 3 year warranty.

I would have waited, if GM gets of their ass and releases the "Judge" version of the GTO, I will dump my GTP and get that.
Here is what it looks like:
front
front again
rear
looks mean, almost pissed off
another pic
pontiac arrowhead
functional hood scoops
for those that think that the side exhaust looks funky, here is the original GTO

 

[Aharami]

Originally posted by: SilverTorch
I really dislike the way that the new GTO looks like. It looks horrid. I like Pontiacs, I drive a 97 GTP, the GTO just looks like every blind person at GM took a swing at it with the ugly stick.

The SC kit for the 04 GTO is actually worth the money, about 6 grand for a nice big SC, intercooler (and all the parts for it, pump and a radiator), ECU upgrade, new fuel injectors, new fuel rails and a 3 year warranty.

I would have waited, if GM gets of their ass and releases the "Judge" version of the GTO, I will dump my GTP and get that.
Here is what it looks like:
front
front again
rear
looks mean, almost pissed off
another pic
pontiac arrowhead
functional hood scoops
for those that think that the side exhaust looks funky, here is the original GTO

woah thats sweet as hell. are there any engine differences between regular GTO and that GTO?

 

[SilverTorch]

Originally posted by: Aharami

Originally posted by: SilverTorch
I really dislike the way that the new GTO looks like. It looks horrid. I like Pontiacs, I drive a 97 GTP, the GTO just looks like every blind person at GM took a swing at it with the ugly stick.

The SC kit for the 04 GTO is actually worth the money, about 6 grand for a nice big SC, intercooler (and all the parts for it, pump and a radiator), ECU upgrade, new fuel injectors, new fuel rails and a 3 year warranty.

I would have waited, if GM gets of their ass and releases the "Judge" version of the GTO, I will dump my GTP and get that.
Here is what it looks like:
front
front again
rear
looks mean, almost pissed off
another pic
pontiac arrowhead
functional hood scoops
for those that think that the side exhaust looks funky, here is the original GTO

woah thats sweet as hell. are there any engine differences between regular GTO and that GTO?

not really sure, just saw the pics.

 

[FrustratedUser]

Originally posted by: SilverTorch
I really dislike the way that the new GTO looks like. It looks horrid. I like Pontiacs, I drive a 97 GTP, the GTO just looks like every blind person at GM took a swing at it with the ugly stick.

The SC kit for the 04 GTO is actually worth the money, about 6 grand for a nice big SC, intercooler (and all the parts for it, pump and a radiator), ECU upgrade, new fuel injectors, new fuel rails and a 3 year warranty.

I would have waited, if GM gets of their ass and releases the "Judge" version of the GTO, I will dump my GTP and get that.
Here is what it looks like:
front
front again
rear
looks mean, almost pissed off
another pic
pontiac arrowhead
functional hood scoops
for those that think that the side exhaust looks funky, here is the original GTO

That's tight Yo!

 

[JDub02]

GTO Judge = GTO w/ a wide body kit.

Looks great though. That's how they should come from the factory.

They also need the price to drop a hair. I'm on the fence between a Mustang GT (new body style) and the GTO.

 

[RGN]

Originally posted by: EvilYoda
Hey RGN, wanna start an ATOT GTO club? I just picked mine up this morning, pics later...and ontop of a new DVD player and sub, I'm one HAPPY 22 year old

Woah, I just read your post on newagegto. Congrats! My handle there is 'unsigned'

R

 

[SilverTorch]

Originally posted by: JDub02
GTO Judge = GTO w/ a wide body kit.

Looks great though. That's how they should come from the factory.

They also need the price to drop a hair. I'm on the fence between a Mustang GT (new body style) and the GTO.

Yea I know .... the new GTO was just a bit bland for me.

 

[volrath]

Originally posted by: RGN
The GTO is faster that all of them, and DOES handle pretty good. The Porsche is amazing on the road, and is a classic looking import. The Max... Well that is another thread, but I'll keep tweaking that car forever. It looks great and handles great.

Straight from the owner of the GTO, the GTO handles 'pretty good' and a 1992 FWD Maxima handles 'great.'
(That's the way I read it)

 

[JDub02]

Originally posted by: volrath

Originally posted by: RGN
The GTO is faster that all of them, and DOES handle pretty good. The Porsche is amazing on the road, and is a classic looking import. The Max... Well that is another thread, but I'll keep tweaking that car forever. It looks great and handles great.

Straight from the owner of the GTO, the GTO handles 'pretty good' and a 1992 FWD Maxima handles 'great.'
(That's the way I read it)

Well, he did say it had multiple thousands of dollars in suspension work.

 

[RGN]

Originally posted by: JDub02

Originally posted by: volrath

Originally posted by: RGN
The GTO is faster that all of them, and DOES handle pretty good. The Porsche is amazing on the road, and is a classic looking import. The Max... Well that is another thread, but I'll keep tweaking that car forever. It looks great and handles great.

Straight from the owner of the GTO, the GTO handles 'pretty good' and a 1992 FWD Maxima handles 'great.'
(That's the way I read it)

Well, he did say it had multiple thousands of dollars in suspension work.

I do have multiple thousands of dollars into the suspension. Front and rear sway bars that are several times bigger and harder than stock. Eibach springs and Koni struts, larger wheels and BFG KDW tires. Front and rear Strut tower bars. Front tie bar. and most of the rubber suspension bushings are gone, they have been replace with metal bushings and joints where possible. Its not a few bolt ons, but a complete workup. All of that is about $2700. Over half of what the car Blue Books for. Yes, it is FWD, and yes, its obvious when I drive it, but it still handles great. Can we say no body roll? Anyway, if your ever in teh Chicago burbs and want a ride in one of the best handling Maxima's that exist, let me know.

The GTO is much heavier, and not as nimble as even the f-body's were. Remember that to this point my daily drivers were a Porsche 944 and a Maxima with a ton of work. Both hold the road like glue. The stock GTO is good, but not 'perfect'.

 

[DivideBYZero]

Sounds like Klixxers 911T has been set up for Drift Club. I'd have the geometry checked if I were you.

 

[BatmanNate]

Originally posted by: welst10
If you value the fun-to-drive factor a lot, then Japanese cars are not the best. My acura is sooo boring and feels so heavy, although so far reliable and it saves me money on repairs. My friend doesn't like the way his camry drives either.

That's a ridiculously stupid comparison. Of course something like a Camry would be boring compared to a GTO, but then again something like a Malibu would be pretty boring compared to a Supra.

 

[Squisher]

Here I live in the Motor City and have yet to have seen one on the road.

From the pics they look great, but I think the price is scarring people away.


I had a buddy just pick up a Grand Prix, $24K list, $16K out the door. Now that's a steal.

 

[Shyatic]

Fast -- but handles like a boat. I'd rather save my $$$ and get a used Vette. More fun to drive and they can actually go around corners -- something the GTO isn't too good at.

Besides, I have a big problem with Pontiac saying they are "re-releasing the GTO" and all the hype, and then just give us a 100% Holden Monaro with new interior and a different engine.

What a buncha losers. I won't ever buy a Pontiac.

 

[Ornery]

How much do you think this damaged GTO Judge spoiler is worth as is?

 

[RGN]

Originally posted by: Scribe
Fast -- but handles like a boat. I'd rather save my $$$ and get a used Vette. More fun to drive and they can actually go around corners -- something the GTO isn't too good at.

Besides, I have a big problem with Pontiac saying they are "re-releasing the GTO" and all the hype, and then just give us a 100% Holden Monaro with new interior and a different engine.

What a buncha losers. I won't ever buy a Pontiac.

How many Vette's can you seat 4 in?

Oh, yeah, none.

 

[FrustratedUser]

Originally posted by: Scribe
Fast -- but handles like a boat. I'd rather save my $$$ and get a used Vette. More fun to drive and they can actually go around corners -- something the GTO isn't too good at.

Besides, I have a big problem with Pontiac saying they are "re-releasing the GTO" and all the hype, and then just give us a 100% Holden Monaro with new interior and a different engine.

What a buncha losers. I won't ever buy a Pontiac.

Well, looking at history, the GTO was just a Tempest with..... yes that's right, a different engine.
So the new one isn't that far off. They took another GM car and put in a bigger engine.

 

[FrustratedUser]

Originally posted by: Ornery
How much do you think this damaged GTO Judge spoiler is worth as is?

That would look so sweet on a Civic.

 

[FrustratedUser]

I think this is what most of us think about the GTO:

The answer...

 

[DivideBYZero]

Originally posted by: FrustratedUser
I think this is what most of us think about the GTO:

The answer...

"On October 2, 1978, Allen packed up 1 1/2 pounds of cocaine into a gym bag and brought it to a locker at the Kalamazoo, Michigan airport, where he and an associate were going to sell it to a man they knew as "Mike." "Mike" turned out to be an undercover police officer, and Tim Allen, then known by his birth name of Tim Allen Dick, was arrested. The amount possessed by Allen was just over 650 grams. If convicted under Michigan law, Allen would be required to serve life in prison."

 

[Wahsapa]

Originally posted by: DivideBYZero

Originally posted by: FrustratedUser
I think this is what most of us think about the GTO:

The answer...

"On October 2, 1978, Allen packed up 1 1/2 pounds of cocaine into a gym bag and brought it to a locker at the Kalamazoo, Michigan airport, where he and an associate were going to sell it to a man they knew as "Mike." "Mike" turned out to be an undercover police officer, and Tim Allen, then known by his birth name of Tim Allen Dick, was arrested. The amount possessed by Allen was just over 650 grams. If convicted under Michigan law, Allen would be required to serve life in prison."

?!?!?! god damn crackheads...

link from the google

 

[pcmodem]

LOL


For a second there I thought you meant Great Teacher Onizuka.
-PCM