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Just wanted to update this thread a tad. I grabbed the new EVO, and in it there's a review on the Vauxhall VXR8 (our Pontiac G8 GT, essentially) vs. the BMW 335i.
The comparo wasn't as one-sided as I would have guessed. From the review, I take it that the new G8 GT will be a fun car, a bit of a brute. Only needed better damping and more engine sound to put it right up with the 335i. It's not as composed, not as much of a driver's car, but they seemed to indicate the somewhat lairy beast was a lot of fun to romp, and quite quick.
Not sure how Pontiac will spec the suspension, but I do suspect the quiet exhaust to be rectified, as Pontiacs are always some of the loudest cars on the road, save the fartcan racers.
I'll give it a try. Could be a contender. Without the baby-shit seats, of course. I'll still have trouble shaking that previously-mentioned experience with Pontiac out of my head, tho.
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