2009 Pontiac G8 GXP

The 2009 Pontiac G8 GXP represents the final and most powerful performance sedan ever sold by Pontiac. Built in Australia by GM Holden and offered for only a single model year, the GXP has become one of the rarest and most respected modern Pontiac vehicles.

Production Overview

• Model years: 2009 only
• Total production: 1,829 units

Factory Options

• Sunroof: 1,466 units — $900 option
• No Sunroof: 363 units
• Tremec TR‑6060 6‑Speed Manual: 846 units — $695 option
• Automatic Transmission: 983 units

Powertrain

• Engine: LS3 6.2L V8
• Output: 415 hp / 415 lb‑ft torque
• Gas Guzzler Tax: $1,700
• Final Assembly: GM Holden – Elizabeth, Australia
• Engine & Transmission Origin: Mexico

Performance

• 0–60 mph: ~4.5 seconds (manual)
• Quarter‑mile: ~12.9–13.1 seconds
• Top Speed: 155 mph (limited)

Color Breakdown

• Panther Black – 610
• Liquid Red – 461
• Magnetic Gray – 362
• Pacific Slate – 136
• White Hot – 128
• Maverick Silver – 132

What Makes the GXP Special

• Only LS3‑powered Pontiac ever sold
• Last V8 performance sedan from Pontiac
• Holden‑engineered chassis, suspension, and braking
• Optional TR‑6060 manual transmission
• FE3 performance suspension and Brembo brakes

Credits: Joe Morgan