Sacramento, CA (1888PressRelease)
May 15, 2008 - Burlingame, California - Putnam Buick Pontiac GMC, the leading dealership for Buick, Pontiac and GMC vehicles in Burlingame, California announces the arrival of the all-new 2008 Pontiac G8.
The all-new, rear-wheel-drive performance sedan, 2008 Pontiac G8 is the perfect combination of power and elegance. It will be offered in two models: the G8 and the G8 GT. The base G8 model receives a 3.6L DOHC V-6 engine with variable valve timing, rated at 261 horsepower (194 kW). This engine is teamed with a five-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode. The G8 GT is powered by a uniquely configured 6.0L small-block V-8, rated at 362 horsepower (270 kW) and 391 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode is standard on this model. It utilizes a fuel-saving Active Fuel Management system, which enhances fuel economy by alternating between eight- and four-cylinder power.
Both the Pontiac G8 models come standard with a host of performance, convenience and safety features, including four-wheel independent suspension, four-wheel disc brakes with ABS and traction control, electronic stability control, 18-inch aluminum wheels, seat-mounted thorax air bags and dual-stage frontal air bags for front passengers, roof rail side-impact air bags for both seating rows, XM Satellite Radio, power-adjustable front seats, fog lamps and chrome exhaust tips.
Contact:
Putnam Buick Pontiac GMC
900 Peninsula Avenue
Burlingame, CA 94010
Ph: 866-456-8328
Website: http://www.putnamgmc.com/
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