GTO's got inexpensive quick...

[SeanPlunk]

I always liked the GTO's, and I still think they have one of the best interiors GM has ever done. The 05 and 06 models with 400hp specifically seem to be one hell of a deal. Check out this one with only 23,200 miles. (http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=u&car_id=255912530&dealer_id=48503738&car_year=2005&rdm=1231222460934&num_records=25&model=G8&make3=&systime=&make2=PONT&highlightFirstMakeModel=&start_year=2005&engine=8+Cylinder&keywordsrep=&keywordsrep=&keywordsfyc=&keywordsfyc=&certified=&fuel=&body_code=0&awsp=false&search_type=both&distance=500&marketZipError=false&model2=GTO&search_lang=en&showZipError=n&first_record=26&make=PONT&color=&keywords_display=&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&min_price=&drive=&default_sort=priceDESC&seller_type=b&max_mileage=45000&style_flag=1&sort_type=priceDESC&address=92807&advanced=y&end_year=2010&pager.offset=25&transmission=&doors=&max_price=21000&cardist=390) It would make a great daily driver :drink:

[Vettezuki]

I always liked the GTO's, and I still think they have one of the best interiors GM has ever done. The 05 and 06 models with 400hp specifically seem to be one hell of a deal. Check out this one with only 23,200 miles. (http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=u&car_id=255912530&dealer_id=48503738&car_year=2005&rdm=1231222460934&num_records=25&model=G8&make3=&systime=&make2=PONT&highlightFirstMakeModel=&start_year=2005&engine=8+Cylinder&keywordsrep=&keywordsrep=&keywordsfyc=&keywordsfyc=&certified=&fuel=&body_code=0&awsp=false&search_type=both&distance=500&marketZipError=false&model2=GTO&search_lang=en&showZipError=n&first_record=26&make=PONT&color=&keywords_display=&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&min_price=&drive=&default_sort=priceDESC&seller_type=b&max_mileage=45000&style_flag=1&sort_type=priceDESC&address=92807&advanced=y&end_year=2010&pager.offset=25&transmission=&doors=&max_price=21000&cardist=390) It would make a great daily driver :drink:

Global economic apocalypse FTW! Just one question: where do I mount my machine guns?

[enkeivette]

Global economic apocalypse FTW! Just one question: where do I mount my machine guns?

On top of the RX snake.

[SeanPlunk]

Global economic apocalypse FTW! Just one question: where do I mount my machine guns?

I just can't believe how cheap they are. Maybe I'll be able to pick up a low mileage example in a year or two for 12k...

[Asrtive]

My dad want's to get one so he can wipe my smile off my face, i say bring it pop's. But yea they are very reasonable now, i saw a gto w/every kind a mod you can think of for under 15k very good cond. as well prety awsome!

[94cobra69ss396]

My dad want's to get one so he can wipe my smile off my face, i say bring it pop's. But yea they are very reasonable now, i saw a gto w/every kind a mod you can think of for under 15k very good cond. as well prety awsome!

My buddy was recently talking about selling his 04 for $10,000 but I think he changed his mind. He has twin turbos on it and it put down 550rwhp.

[Asrtive]

Damm that's sick, is it streetable or track only, good price by the way.

[SeanPlunk]

My dad want's to get one so he can wipe my smile off my face, i say bring it pop's. But yea they are very reasonable now, i saw a gto w/every kind a mod you can think of for under 15k very good cond. as well prety awsome!

He's going to need some mods to keep up with your Charger. I think LS2's only put down maybe 350ish RWHP and I don't think the curb weight on yours is that much more...

[Vettezuki]

On top of the RX snake.

The paint is going to be too nice. Otherwise, yeah, perfect. :judge:

[94cobra69ss396]

Damm that's sick, is it streetable or track only, good price by the way.

It's his daily driver. It's not that fast at the track. His best time has only been in the 11.80's but that was with the Magnacharger. With the twin he only run low 12's. He either smokes um out of the hole or bogs.

[SeanPlunk]

It's his daily driver. It's not that fast at the track. His best time has only been in the 11.80's but that was with the Magnacharger. With the twin he only run low 12's. He either smokes um out of the hole or bogs.

I'm surprised it doesn't run quicker. I've heard they're a bitch to launch though, so maybe that's the problem :huh:

[94cobra69ss396]

I'm surprised it doesn't run quicker. I've heard they're a bitch to launch though, so maybe that's the problem :huh:

That's funny Ben would say the same about your car.:laugh:

[Chate]

Wasnt there something about GTO rear ends that was supposed to be bad? I dunno i might be blabbing but i remember someone telling me something about em when i was looking for a car (before the C5)??

[SeanPlunk]

Wasnt there something about GTO rear ends that was supposed to be bad? I dunno i might be blabbing but i remember someone telling me something about em when i was looking for a car (before the C5)??

They have wheel-hop because of the IRS, but most IRS cars have at least some hop..

[94cobra69ss396]

They have wheel-hop because of the IRS, but most IRS cars have at least some hop..

There are a few issues. One, as Sean mentioned is wheel hop. Which my buddy had in his when he was running Nitto drag radials. However, when he went to M/T ET Streets he no longer had that issue. Two, the half shafts aren't that strong. Before he went to the M/T he checked the shafts on his car and they were already twisting with the Nittos that don't hook up any better than a regular radial. Final issue is that all the components (ring and pinion, carrier, etc.) are from Australia so they are really expensive here. He check into changing the gear ratio and decided not to because it cost so much.

[SeanPlunk]

Wasnt there something about GTO rear ends that was supposed to be bad? I dunno i might be blabbing but i remember someone telling me something about em when i was looking for a car (before the C5)??

Come dyno your Vette at our dyno day :judge:

Okay, I'm done thread jacking.

[SoCalC55]

the LS2s are so damn nice and probably the best bang for your buck out there now. And if you have never sat in one, you'd be in for a surprise... the seats are so damn comfortable; i swear i was sitting in a big caddy

[SeanPlunk]

the LS2s are so damn nice and probably the best bang for your buck out there now. And if you have never sat in one, you'd be in for a surprise... the seats are so damn comfortable; i swear i was sitting in a big caddy

Seriously, the interior is still the best I've ever sat in for a GM car. I'd definitely love to have one for a driver down the line. Intake, exhaust and a tune would probably be good for 450ish crank hp...

[tripower]

There are a few issues. One, as Sean mentioned is wheel hop. Which my buddy had in his when he was running Nitto drag radials. However, when he went to M/T ET Streets he no longer had that issue. Two, the half shafts aren't that strong. Before he went to the M/T he checked the shafts on his car and they were already twisting with the Nittos that don't hook up any better than a regular radial. Final issue is that all the components (ring and pinion, carrier, etc.) are from Australia so they are really expensive here. He check into changing the gear ratio and decided not to because it cost so much.

The other issue is limited rear wheel wheels like the original 64-65 GTOs and other A-bodies. You can't get much tire under the rear unless you do some serious massaging.