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Buyers of the Pontiac Solstice are aware of the reputation of the car they are purchasing. The Solstice has been one of the premier vehicles of the Pontiac line for years. It is considered an institution of a car and the 2008 model is no exception. The Pontiac Solstice falls into the convertible for the family category. People who purchase the Solstice have been doing so for the last few generations in a family. It is a constant that only gets better with age.

Performance

The Solstice Base is equipped with a General Motors 2.4 liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The Ecotec engine is mated to a General Motors 5-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Pontiac.

The Solstice uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

For the 2008 Solstice, the fuel delivery system is a electronic SFI, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 13.00 gallons.

Solstice Base Statistics

The dimensions of the Solstice Base are 71.30 inches wide by 157.20 inches long. It sits a comfortable 50.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 95.10 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

A powertrain warranty is provided (100,000 miles/60 months), and a 36,000 mile, 36 month guarantee also comes with the Pontiac Solstice.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $22,165 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $20,946. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2008 Solstice gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is exceptional for a convertible car.

The vehicle is available in Aggressive, Aggressive with Darkside (Black) Soft Top, Aggressive with Lightside (Medium Tan) Soft Top, Brazen, Brazen with Darkside (Black) Soft Top, Brazen with Lightside (Medium Tan) Soft Top, Cool, Cool with Darkside (Black) Soft Top, Cool with Lightside (Medium Tan) Soft Top, Deep, Deep with Darkside (Black) Soft Top, Deep with Lightside (Medium Tan) Soft Top, Envious, Envious with Darkside (Black) Soft Top, Envious with Lightside (Medium Tan) Soft Top, Magentic, Magentic with Darkside (Black) Soft Top, Magentic with Lightside (Medium Tan) Soft Top, Mean, Mean with Darkside (Black) Soft Top, Mean with Lightside (Medium Tan) Soft Top, Mysterious, Mysterious with Darkside (Black) Soft Top, Mysterious with Lightside (Medium Tan) Soft Top, Pure, Pure with Darkside (Black) Soft Top, Pure with Lightside (Medium Tan) Soft Top, Sly, Sly with Darkside (Black) Soft Top, and Sly with Lightside (Medium Tan) Soft Top.

Conclusion

The 2007 model began the promise of the Pontiac Solstice. The 2008 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Pontiac hopes that the Solstice Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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