24th May 2014, 18:59
Had a black 05 Bonnie GXP. Had it at 155 once, was going for the 160 on the dash, but the back end started to get a little loose and began to slightly sway from side to side, so I backed off the throttle. IMO, it will do the 160 easily. I have smoked everything from BMWs to Mercedes to 5.0 Mustangs. It's not the car, it's the driver. Always remember that.
On the down side: the motor mount broke, when I do not know, and the wheel bearings had gone bad and needed replacing. Got rid of it instead of paying to fix all that. But I would definitely buy another one if I can find one with low enough mileage.
Last thought, I am a very, very aggressive driver. I'm sure normal driving would have prevented some of these repairs.
Overall: it is a very good car for the price.
4th Mar 2019, 02:20
Hey guys, I have a chance at a 2005 GXP, but it has 190,000 miles, so do you think it could be a reliable car?
6th Mar 2019, 22:44
They weren't exactly known for being reliable when new, and the passage of time isn't going to make that improve. The last time I drove a Pontiac was when I rented one on a business trip 10 years ago. It was without a doubt the biggest piece of garbage I've driven, with an awful interior and really poor handling. Save your money and get something else.
17th Nov 2010, 14:37
"Not sure how high I could have gone."
- Knowing the Northstar as I do, with the speed limiter taken off, at least 150 mph.