The bigger engine is affixed to a venerable, and perhaps aging, 4-speed automatic transmission. This unit functions well but lacks a gear or two compared to the five- and six-speed autoboxes so widely in use today. And with a fuel economy rating of 13.8 and 8.9 litres of fuel per 100K of city and highway driving respectively, the use of four cogs isn't doing any favors at the pumps.

This vehicle treats its occupants to a well-cushioned existence.

Smooth ride pleasing but cowl shake evident with roof down
It would be hard to fault the G6 GT Convertible when it comes to delivering a comfortable ride. This vehicle treats its occupants to a well-cushioned existence. The fly stuck in the ointment is the emergence of cowl shake when the roof is down.

While the suspension is working to iron-out bumps in the road surface, a lack of structural rigidity permits the intrusion of cowl shake, the bedevil of many-a-convertible. The effect isn't outlandish by any scale but it is evident to those aware of such symptoms; large two-door convertibles are particularly prone to this malady.

Despite the unwanted reverberation, the G6 holds many desirable attributes for those seeking a hardtop convertible with functional rear seating at an attractive price. If the Volvo C70 and BMW 3-Series Cabriolet exceed the depth of your pockets and a hardtop retractable is the goal, the 2008 Pontiac G6 GT may be the perfect drop top.


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