Although the Japanese competition packs powerful 24-valve V-6s, the G6 gets a pushrod 3. And the rear seat accommodates two adult-size passengers, who can bask away back there without having their knees polished by the front seatbacks. By the time the bright blue test vehicle left my driveway, news had broken that the entire stock of 2006s had sold out. As expected, many of the vehicles are cutting-edge innovative design studies, others just a few steps away from production, but all provide a window on… General Motors will unveil a dramatically revitalized Saturn lineup with production versions of the all-new 2007 Saturn Aura midsize sedan, Saturn Sky Red Line performance roadster and Saturn Outlook crossover vehicle at the 2006 New York International Auto Show. Power Stop rotors use only the finest blanks and feature G3000 grade castings from the best foundries. It's the same setup used in the other G6 models, but softened to reduce shock loads into the unibody. The move showed confidence in the G6, but the competition has lively, balanced handling that could be goaded into oversteer.
When parts are available, owners will be mailed a second letter to come in to have the applicable bulletin applied. My main beef with the interior came from the big selling point, the retractable hardtop. Note: This is an expansion of recall 14V-153 to cover additional vehicles built between April 1, 2006 and June 30, 2006. Bulletin 14116 covers model year 2004-2006 Chevrolet Malibu and Malibu Maxx, 2005-2006 Pontiac G6 and 2008-2009 Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G6 and Saturn Aura built from March 1, 2008, through June 27, 2008. It may not be the best of all worlds, but it does bring the mainstream four-seat convertible up to date while the competition, mainly Chrysler, has not. It was cumbersome and left me completely unsatisfied. Braking was adequate, but the test vehicle experienced a bit of squeaking during casual stops.
There are a great deal of factors that affect the Pontiac cars 0-60 stats, so different sources may test the same vehicle and each may arrive at a unique 0-60 mph and quarter mile result. The recall began on August 18, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 Chevrolet , 1-800-762-2737 Pontiac , 1-800-553-6000 Saturn. This means the G6 will have to succeed on its car virtues - going, stopping, turning, comfort, et cetera - as well as its dual personality. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders. Convertible development entailed compensatory stiffening along the rocker panels, windshield framing, and central tunnel, efforts that yield a reasonably stiff unibody, although we detected hints of cowl and steering-column shake on bumpy pavement. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737.
General Motors has a certified hit on its hands in the all-new 2006 Pontiac G6 convertible. Over the decades, the company it originated in Germany has created more than a few convertibles. Dealers will replace the torque sensor assembly. Bulletin 14117 covers model year 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, Pontiac G6 and Saturn Aura built from February 1, 2008, through February 28, 2008. Includes new intelligent marking location for immediate control of the minimum thickness. The G6 is firmer than the Malibu but more forgiving than the 9-3. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.
Dash-top plastic is handsomely grained, and the material is rich and gloss-free. In our opinion, Pontiac made the unwitting mistake of bringing along a Mazda 6 s, a Honda Accord V-6, and a Nissan Altima 3. Inevitably, losing the structure of a proper roof compromises chassis rigidity. Remedy Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed an Interim letter to customers on July 14, 2014. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. The recall began on August 18, 2014.
Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 Chevrolet , 1-800-762-2737 Pontiac , 1-800-553-6000 Saturn. Buyers will appreciate the full-size back seat. Inside, the G6 tries hard to make up for the plasticky excesses of the Bonneville and Grand Prix. It weighs a stated 1552 kg at the kerb. That means the large metal hinges that allow the top to fold are just as visible as in any old soft-top. The retractable hardtop simply allows the G6 to sell better in cold-weather climates where soft-tops offer less practicality.
The recall began February 24, 2015. The drilled and slotted design is our most popular performance rotor for street and day track applications. Part of the problem is the four-speed automatic; the gaps between the gears are inappropriately large. Dealer installed additive in transmission warranty. The only difference between coupe and convertible is this droptop's decklid height, which is 1.
And you get sick of looking for parking spots under a streetlight so some punk doesn't turn your canvas top into something that looks like it was styled… General Motors will unveil a dramatically revitalized Saturn lineup with production versions of the all-new 2007 Saturn Aura midsize sedan, Saturn Sky Red Line performance roadster and Saturn Outlook crossover vehicle at the 2006 New York International Auto Show. Do you hear lawyers talking? And speaking of trunk, there's not much left in sunshine mode. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-553-6000. By the time the bright blue test vehicle left my driveway, news had broken that the entire stock of 2006s had sold out. Safety Neither the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration nor the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has crash tested the G6 convertible.