Is a pontiac G6 V6 a good car?

I was wondering if anyone has had any experience driving this car or has it. Any comments, likes, or dislikes about the car? I'm considering getting it and trying it out, but thought i'd ask for peoples opinions.

Every pontiac I've ever driven has been in shaudy conditions. In fact, test drove a 3 year old G6 a couple months ago and the interior was already falling apart.cd_rom

Every pontiac I've ever driven has been in shaudy conditions. In fact, test drove a 3 year old G6 a couple months ago and the interior was already falling apart.cd_rom

[QUOTE="cd_rom"]Every pontiac I've ever driven has been in shaudy conditions. In fact, test drove a 3 year old G6 a couple months ago and the interior was already falling apart.msudude211

Ya I have heard that pontiac used not the best quality interior parts, mostly plastic, but was wondering more on how it drove. Was the torque good?

Any day now :oKiIIyou

Ya I have heard that pontiac used not the best quality interior parts, mostly plastic, but was wondering more on how it drove. Was the torque good?

Papadrach

[QUOTE="KiIIyou"]Any day now :omsudude211

Ya I have heard that pontiac used not the best quality interior parts, mostly plastic, but was wondering more on how it drove. Was the torque good?

Papadrach

I would suggest that you look it up in Consumer Reports, Car & Driver, or Road & Track first.

Their V-8s were okay, never owned a V-6 Pontiac though.

Owned a couple of V-6 Chryslers, got fed up with them - went to the V-8 Hemi, and never looked back.:D

I wouldn't touch a late model pontiac. The brand doesn't even exist anymore.

Ehh.. G6's are nothing special. They're a mid-grade Pontiac and they're wrong-wheel drive. I'd much rather have an Altima or Accord if I have to have a front-wheel drive sedan.

Ya i dont have enough money for a GT, GTP, or GXP. Heres a link to it: http://lightningautos.com/vehicle-details/used-2006-pontiac-g6-6-cyl/234148.html#js

Papadrach

2002-04 Audi A4

2002-03 BMW 325i

2004-05 Mazda 3

2005-07 Nissan Altima

Just to name a few.

Think *Dodge Neon/Chevy Cavalier*. That's what you're essentially getting. I had a Chevy Cobalt (practically the same car), and after 100, 000 km (Canadian miles) it's pretty much a write-off. Everything starts to go on it.

Well i can get that car for much less (4-5k) since my dads fiance works there. It would be my first *offical* car. I think for the price why not. I've been driving my girlfriends 2003 grand am gt and want something thats similar or better. I would think this would be better or just near as good as in speed/gas. Plus i like the design of the G6. Interior doesn't really matter to me. Once i get older I'll worry more about the accessories, better used interior parts ( which doesnt really matter to me) and performance.

Think *Dodge Neon/Chevy Cavalier*. That's what you're essentially getting. I had a Chevy Cobalt (practically the same car), and after 100, 000 km (Canadian miles) it's pretty much a write-off. Everything starts to go on it.

livingundead

No, a Cobalt is the same as a G5, not a G6. The G6 is the midsize car.

Think *Dodge Neon/Chevy Cavalier*. That's what you're essentially getting. I had a Chevy Cobalt (practically the same car), and after 100, 000 km (Canadian miles) it's pretty much a write-off. Everything starts to go on it.

livingundead

Well i can get that car for much less (4-5k) since my dads fiance works there. It would be my first *offical* car. I think for the price why not. I've been driving my girlfriends 2003 grand am gt and want something thats similar or better. I would think this would be better or just near as good as in speed/gas. Plus i like the design of the G6. Interior doesn't really matter to me. Once i get older I'll worry more about the accessories, better used interior parts ( which doesnt really matter to me) and performance.

Papadrach

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Well i can get that car for much less (4-5k) since my dads fiance works there. It would be my first *offical* car. I think for the price why not. I've been driving my girlfriends 2003 grand am gt and want something thats similar or better. I would think this would be better or just near as good as in speed/gas. Plus i like the design of the G6. Interior doesn't really matter to me. Once i get older I'll worry more about the accessories, better used interior parts ( which doesnt really matter to me) and performance.

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Well i can get that car for much less (4-5k) since my dads fiance works there. It would be my first *offical* car. I think for the price why not. I've been driving my girlfriends 2003 grand am gt and want something thats similar or better. I would think this would be better or just near as good as in speed/gas. Plus i like the design of the G6. Interior doesn't really matter to me. Once i get older I'll worry more about the accessories, better used interior parts ( which doesnt really matter to me) and performance.

Papadrach

It's a pretty even race. The 3.5 in the G6 V6 puts out more power than the 3.4 in the Grand Am GT, but the Grand Am GT is a bit lighter. If you look up 0-60 and 1/4 mile times, you'll see that they're almost dead even in acceleration. 200hp out of a 3.5l V6 is pretty paltry these days.

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Well i can get that car for much less (4-5k) since my dads fiance works there. It would be my first *offical* car. I think for the price why not. I've been driving my girlfriends 2003 grand am gt and want something thats similar or better. I would think this would be better or just near as good as in speed/gas. Plus i like the design of the G6. Interior doesn't really matter to me. Once i get older I'll worry more about the accessories, better used interior parts ( which doesnt really matter to me) and performance.

Papadrach

[QUOTE="Dark__Link"][QUOTE="Papadrach"] For some reason i cant see a stock G6 3.5l V6 engine beating a grand am gt in a drag race. The G6 is heavier and.... ya. Not so sure about engine comparisons, just can't see it for some reason.Papadrach

Get a Nissan Altima with their 3.5 V6.. It's a nicer, higher-quality car with more power.

[QUOTE="Papadrach"][QUOTE="Dark__Link"] From what I'm seeing, the '06 G6 has 200 hp and 220 lb-ft torque, and '03 Grand Am GT has 175 hp and 205 lb-ft. The G6 only has 300 lb on the Grand Am. Not enough to outweigh the extra torque. But again, it's pointless to even compare because both are pretty slow. If you're in the market for an inexpensive mid-size sedan, you should be looking for comfort, fuel economy and reliability. Not performance.hartsickdiscipl

Get a Nissan Altima with their 3.5 V6.. It's a nicer, higher-quality car with more power.

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[QUOTE="Papadrach"] Can't have something in between? For first car i want something along the lines of that. I plan in the next year or two to trade in whatever car i have to put money towards a nicer car with better performance. I know im not going to get a super nice, sporty car that all of you are thinking. Plus if anything, i could super charge the G6. My gf's dad has a 1999 Grand Prix GT Super charged and my god..Papadrach

Get a Nissan Altima with their 3.5 V6.. It's a nicer, higher-quality car with more power.

How much do you have to spend?

Try a Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 1997-2003. They have 240 HP and one of the best American Engines ever built. I have a 1999 GT with almost 200,000 miles and it rides perfect. I also have a 99 Grand Am and the Grand Prix is 100 times better.

I only have to pay $500 and he'll cover the rest ( like i said, first car, he said he'd do that then im on my own, which im so so so greatful for) But it is around the 4k to 6k? And it has to be from his fiance of 10 years used car dealership. Theyre moving to a much bigger lot and spending hundreds of thousands on inventory in the upcoming months.

[QUOTE="msudude211"][QUOTE="cd_rom"]Every pontiac I've ever driven has been in shaudy conditions. In fact, test drove a 3 year old G6 a couple months ago and the interior was already falling apart.KiIIyou

Point is it's all about the how well you treat your vehicle.

[QUOTE="KiIIyou"][QUOTE="msudude211"] I've had a G6 GXP for three years now and have never had an issue. F1ame_Shie1d

Point is it's all about the how well you treat your vehicle.

This is so true.

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[QUOTE="Papadrach"] Can't have something in between? For first car i want something along the lines of that. I plan in the next year or two to trade in whatever car i have to put money towards a nicer car with better performance. I know im not going to get a super nice, sporty car that all of you are thinking. Plus if anything, i could super charge the G6. My gf's dad has a 1999 Grand Prix GT Super charged and my god..Papadrach

Get a Nissan Altima with their 3.5 V6.. It's a nicer, higher-quality car with more power.

[QUOTE="Papadrach"][QUOTE="hartsickdiscipl"]

Get a Nissan Altima with their 3.5 V6.. It's a nicer, higher-quality car with more power.

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US or Japan...

[QUOTE="Dark__Link"][QUOTE="Papadrach"] Can't, my father says to get American made cars only cause parts are cheaper. Idek... Plus he would be paying for over 3/4 of the car since its my first, like he did with my sister and her first car.Papadrach

US or Japan...

AH, right. Sorry. My mistake. Disregard my post people. Haha.

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[QUOTE="Dark__Link"] Guess where the Altima is manufactured.Dark__Link

US or Japan...

I thought about getting one but I ended up getting Chrysler Sebring. It was cheaper and the insurance is cheaper too. I seem to recall a G6 being considered a sports car when it comes to insurance.Sunsha

[QUOTE="Sunsha"]I thought about getting one but I ended up getting Chrysler Sebring. It was cheaper and the insurance is cheaper too. I seem to recall a G6 being considered a sports car when it comes to insurance.Baconbits2004

Go on the D2JSP motor vehicle sub forum, they know a lot more than anyone here.

V6 would be better for me than a V8 for sure. But i feel as if a 6 cyl will suite me better than a 4cyl. I currently drive a 2000 ford ranger thats like 18 mpg and i can gas it fine. So the G6 wont be a problem on gas,and it is somewhat speedy comparing it to my gf's 2003 GA GT. I like how that drives so i want something comparable. I know its not a charger or CTS, but its a fast poormans car i'd say...Papadrach

DOn't bother with the GTP supercharge. Don't bother with anythng turbo charged either. Just get yourself a good ol' NA v6. Once you get into super/turbo chargers you get into high maintinence costs. Especially around the 200,000k mark. If you're not comfortable with fixing your own vehicles then I HIGHLY recommend you avoid forced induction engines.