2008 Pontiac Solstice GXP

Description

Pontiac Solstice GXP convertible
Franz von Holzhausen
(born May 10, 1968, in
Simsbury, Connecticut
) is an American vehicle designer. Since 2008, he has been in charge of design at
Tesla, Inc.
[4]
He designed the
Tesla Model S
,
Model 3
,
Model X
,
Model Y
, and the unveiled but not-yet-released
Cybertruck
,
Semi
, and second-generation
Tesla Roadster
.
[5]
[6]
Prior to Tesla, he worked in design at Mazda, General Motors, and Volkswagen.
In 2000, he moved to
General Motors
as a design manager where he worked on the
Saturn Sky
and
Pontiac Solstice
.
[8]
The GXP version of the Solstice debuted at the Los Angeles Auto Show in January 2006.[7] It is powered by a new 2.0 Liter (121.9 cu in) I4 Ecotec engine equipped with a dual-scroll turbocharger. The engine's output is 260 hp (194 kW) and 260 ft⋅lbf (353 J). This is the highest specific output of any engine by cubic inches in the history of General Motors at 2.1 hp (1.6 kW) per cubic inch, and it is the first gasoline direct injection engine from an American automaker. According to pontiac.com, the GXP accelerates from 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) in under 5.5 seconds.[8]
Other GXP features include standard Stabilitrak traction control, a limited-slip differential, and anti-lock brakes. Summer tires on 18 inch wheels are standard. An available dealer installed option was a modified computer tune and two new sensors that resulted in an increased output to 290 bhp (216 kW; 294 PS) and 340 lb⋅ft (461 N⋅m), further enhancing the performance of the GXP model.
The Pontiac Solstice is a sports car that was produced by Pontiac. Introduced at the 2004 North American International Auto Show, the Solstice roadster began production in Wilmington, Delaware,
Starting in mid-2005 for the 2006 model year. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 2.4 L I4 engine, producing 177 hp (132 kW) and 166 lb⋅ft (225 N⋅m) of torque.[3] The exterior styling of the production Solstice is similar to that of the 2002 Solstice concept[4] that preceded it. Production of the Solstice was to be running before summer 2005, but delays at the Wilmington plant pushed volume production to the fourth quarter.[5] The new hardtop targa top 2009 model was announced in mid-2008.[6] The Solstice uses the GM Kappa platform, which also underpins the Saturn Sky, Opel GT, and Daewoo G2X. It was the brand's first two-seater since the Pontiac Fiero was discontinued in 1988.
Interior of a 2006 Pontiac Solstice
The Solstice was nominated for the North American Car of the Year award and Design of the Year award from the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) for 2006. It was a runaway hit for Pontiac, with 7,000 orders in the first 10 days of availability and 6,000 more orders before winter. Although first-year production was planned at 7,000, GM apologized to customers for delays and increased production, delivering 10,000 by March 1.
Following the 2008 economic recession, GM discontinued the Pontiac division. Production ended with the closure of the Wilmington Assembly plant in July 2009.
The convertible top is absolutely perfect, no leaks at all.  Tight fit all around.
Yokohama YK580 Tires, size is 245/45R18 96W
Only 4500 miles on these tires, garanteed for 45,000 miles
Included is a car cover and storage bag for the cover.
Included are a 3 book complete set of
2008 Pontiac Solstice and Saturn Sky Factory Service Manuals
Solstice Base, Solstice SE, Solstice GT & Solstice GXP / Sky Base & Sky Red Line
| 2.0L I4 Turbo & 2.4L I4 Engines
Complete 3 Volume Set | General Motors Corporation
Covering Specifications * Maintenance * Diagnostics & Testing * In Vehicle Repairs * Component Removal * Disassembly * Reassembly * Installation * Schematics * Wiring Diagrams
These are the
Official Service Manuals
of the dealerships,
written by GM
specifically for the vehicle(s) listed.
This ensures you get the job done right the first tim
e. They are incredibly comprehensive with detailed diagrams and exploded views. These are the best money can buy and a must for anyone who insists on Genuine OEM quality parts.
11" x 8.5" x 5.5". Approx. 2,600 pages.
Table of Contents
General Information
Maintenance and Lubrication
Body Hardware and Trim
Body Repair
Body Systems
Brakes
Diagnostic Navigation
Driveline/Axle
Driver Information and Entertainment
Cruise Control
Engine Controls and Fuel
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Exhaust
Engine Mechanical
HVAC
Power and Signal Distribution
Roof
Safety and Security
Seats
Steering
Suspension
Manual Transmission
Clutch
Automatic Transmission
Shift Lock Control