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Pontiac G8 GXP rumored to lap Nurburgring in 8:30
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After taking a ride in the Pontiac G8 GXP and reading Jonathan's review, our adoration of the Aussie-bred sports sedan continues unabated. Nearly everyone we've talked to about the GXP says the same thing: "budget E39 M5." While the clichéd poor-man's Bimmer trope always causes our eyes to roll back into their sockets, this may be one of the few exceptions. According to Jalop's new reporter, Der Auto Inshiderfahvenberger, the GXP ran around the 'Ring in 8:30 -- a mere two seconds off the E39 M5's time.
read more »SEMA 2008: Pontiac G8 GXP Street Concept gets rave reviews on show floor

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SEMA Preview: 638-horsepower Pontiac G8 GXP Street Concept

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Lutz: '09 Pontiac G8 GT gets optional Tremec 6-speed stick

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G8 nations ask for more oil, pledge to use less
It's a complex issue, this business of oil. With stock markets and unemployment numbers taking their lumps, civilian unrest at oil and food prices, and politicians weighing in with all manner of cures and pronouncements, the Group of Eight nations got together to try and figure something out. The result: they want oil producing companies to produce more oil while they work on creating oil-independent fuel sources.
Donkervoort D8 GT in production, sales begin in June

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When we first laid eyes on the Donkervoort D8 GT back in Geneva in 2007, we couldn't help but be compelled by the minimalist coupe's aggressive styling and performance potential. Now, just over a year since it's initial unveiling, the Dutch specialty automaker has begun production of the D8 GT, with sales beginning in Europe next month.
read more »APS builds 557 hp twin-turbo setup for Pontiac G8 GT

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