This is the best car purchase I have ever made and I'll never be without one again. When they first came out with these I wanted one so badly but, I'm glad I waited. It means more to me now and I can enjoy it much more. I've never had more fun driving anything in my life than I have this Solstice. The one I bought is an automatic GXP but I would love to have a second one that has a manual transmission. Not even a month after I purchased it and looked forward to driving it everyday, I broke the knee cap on my right leg in half and, of all things, I couldn't drive for 6 to 8 weeks. It was so sad to look out the window at my beautiful "new" car knowing I couldn't even get in it to sit, let alone drive anywhere. It's been 12 weeks now, so I'm driving again even though it still hurts quite a bit to get in it, I'll gladly take the bad with the good any day. Especially when the good is as good as it is in my 2008 Pontiac Solstice GXP!
Beautiful car. I wish Pontiac was still in business. They made beautiful cars. I have a 2005 Pontiac Sunfire I don't want to have to give up. I haven't seen a car I like yet.
Thank you for Subscribing! I actually discovered that along with being a convenient little storage pocket, it also serves as a way to put the roof back on while you are seated in the drivers seat! I'll be putting that video out in a couple days.
@@gtyar4395 Yes, but only 70 was sold here, so not very common. Guess I could find one and import from Germany, but climate here isn't perfect for a car like that anyway. That's why I didn't bring the Solstice in the first place.
I’ve got two gxps a 08 and a09 Green with tan top or as they say “ light side “ There should be map pockets on the back of the seats too Also I know on my gxps the drivers seat goes up and down with a switch on the front of the seat I also get around 30 mpg in my gxps and I drive them pretty aggressively But they are great cars Wish pontiac was still in business Enjoy
I just bought a 06 red with black top and interior. I love the throaty exhaust and pretty much everything about it. I waited a long time to get one and I found this beauty, one owner, and only 31k on her!❤❤❤
Thanks for the vid. Very unique things you mention you like...some would say some of those things are negatives but cool that you like them. I have a GXP. I like the car too...its shape, its simplicity, its quirkiness, its handling, etc. I can get 30+ mpg on the highway if I don't stomp on it, yet I have 260 HP at my fingertips (foot that is). I get complements frequently and people don't know what the vehicle is. It's a blast and the GXP has way more juice than a Miata. Getting parts though can be challenging. A little scary the older it gets.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! Its always fun stopping at a gas station and getting asked at least 2 times " what is that? " hahaha. Oh i miss my Solstice !
Thanks for the video! I just bought a black on black 07 GXP manual love the feel and sound. Probably going to swap out the stereo and sub but your right for what it is sounds good!
Congrats on the acquisition! Fantastic that you found a GXP. I've driven one and its honestly too quick for my taste. If you do the sub/stereo swap you should try to film it, im sure a bunch of other solstice owners would love to learn from your process. Thanks for watching and enjoy the drive!
I had the same smudgy looking mirror and found a replacement at the salvage yard for $15. The same mirror is found in many other GM models - the Impala, Century, Rendevouz, Monte Carlo, Firebird or the source of my replacement - a Camaro.
I have a 2007 Solstice GXP (turbo) manual. I get 38 MPG. Love this car. Have owned it for 3 years. It seems that the previous owners did some upgrades, including an aftermarket exhaust. Very nice rumble. Tons of power. So much fun on a road trip.
I'm sure I'm not the first one to comment on this, but I believe that little pocket/opening in the roof line mentioned at the very beginning is for the proximity sensor electric garage door opener, the kind that pick up a signal as you approach your driveway and open the garage without having to manually push a button to initiate it. When this car first came out, I wanted one so bad, but was too young and broke; then when the GXP came out I wanted one even more, but had a lot of debt already (home), and now I'm trying to get a new business off the ground..! Hopefully it'll go well, and in a couple/three years I'll be able to grab one... Though the one I REALLY want is the hardtop 'coupe' version GXP, which is even MORE rare, by a large margin. Still, it'll happen before too long... Good upload, thanks!
Hi Jack! you know, I've never heard that explanation before but it makes a lot of sense now that you mention it. I do remember that proximity sensor, and i also never had the extra money to afford one. Good luck with your new business and thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience with the glorious Solstice!
I have a 2006 Pontiac Solstice and the exact same color as you!! My interior has the grey-tan colors. I love that car! The green color is the best since all those metal flake colors come out in the sun! The only thing I dislike is when I need to replace the battery lol
Cool video. I feel the same about my Saturn Sky. I ended up buying 2 of them. I bought the Base model standard shift, then I bought the automatic Redline (Turbo) for my Wife. We love driving them both. Great cars! You are 100% correct.
Great video from the heart of a guy who feels the same way about the Solstice as I do. Every nuance of this car makes an impact about how you feel about it. So let me add my two cents. I have the 2.4 litre NA like you. I'm perfectly comfortable with "only" 177 horsepower, as opposed to the stronger 2.0 litre turbocharged engine. My style of driving is between me and the road, not other drivers. There's a nice exhaust note to the engine, and once you learn the different shift points for each gear, the engine is willing to deliver. I appreciate the fog lights as you do, however I never move the headlight switch off of AUTO. The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) come on automatically and if you put the fog lights on they go out AND the tail lights come on. I really like this functionality. The intermittent wipers vary with speed, which is cool. The sterop is kickass if you have the Monsoon option. I love the optional Limited Slip Differential when it lightly chirps around corners. The HVAC system works very well. I use an app on my phone that displays the fuel level. coolant temperature, voltage, and MPG using an OBDII dongle. I find it helpful. There's also additional space behind the seat where I keep two hand towels, quick detailer, and windshield cleaner. Now a word to those looking for a Solstice, the term "base" is very misleading. When a base Solstice was purchased new, every optional feature had to be added a la carte. My "base" car has $8,000 of factory options. GM wanted to bring this car to market at a $20,000 entry price and they did, but you need to know what options the car you are considering has. You can get this information by the VIN. I purchased my car with the original window sticker that has the VIN on it. If you buy a GXP, many of those options are included. But you can get a "base" for much less than a GXP and if the car you're looking at has a lot of options, you are really making out.
I can't thank you enough for sharing your passion of the solstice with me and with anyone who reads the comment section. This is all priceless information and it will absolutely assist people in making a decision to buy a solstice when they are in the market for a sturdy, well thought out and gorgeous convertible. Thanks for sharing and for watching!
Land Rover Defenders make a whine like that too. Especially nice sounding when coupled with the sound of the 300TDI or the newer 5-Cylinder TD5 engines.
I have a yellow 2008 GXP Solstice 2.0 Turbo I bought brand new.. Im debating selling it but it has some things to do on it. Its a fun drive.... Quite a few quirks and its not practical at all hahahaha I bought it when I was totally single no kids. Enjoyed the video thank you.
My kids gave me a 2007 Saturn Sky Redline for my 70th birthday this year. I put a stage 3 chip in it so the 260 HP is now probably closer to 300 HP. It's REALLY fast. It only has 35,000 miles on it. It has an automatic but I've recently had my right shoulder replaced so I don't really want to row through the gears anyway. It has a "competition" mode that makes it even faster but does remove traction control so it will drift if I get on it too hard in a turn. I like that it looks sort of like Steve McQueens Jag XKSS. Yours is even British Racing Green or something close to it. Mine is yellow which I like. Too bad Massachusetts makes you put that licence plate in the front. The front of the Solstice is classic I think. Utah does too but they don't enforce it and I understand they're soon to remove that requirement anyway. I didn't know about that nice space in the convertible top. Thanks :) OH and the CD player. We haven't heard any of our CD's for about a decade. They sound so good in this car.
Thank you so much for sharing! Yes, i agree with you on the front license plate rules here in MA, it really looks awful just awkwardly sticking out there. the front would look so much nicer without it. Your kids are Awesome for giving you such a unique and fun car for your 70th! Sounds like a hoot to drive! happy motoring!
I've had a 2008 Solstice GXP for over a decade (original owner, weird story), and I think you'd also enjoy the GXP version. Sure, you'll lose some MPG because you'll be getting on it more often, but some of your likes are amplified. Rear end: adds a duck tail spoiler. Engine sound: with a cold air intake and a readily available 3rd party tune, getting on it heavy (like to pass) makes a roar from both the turbo spooled up and the exhaust note. I recommend a few modifications for anyone who owns a Kappa: high-intensity LED brake lights, because taller vehicles look over you and forget you're there until they are against your back bumper, the extra light reminds them there's an object between them and the vehicles ahead; screen door springs added to the rear bonnet to get it to lift some when released (there are several RUclips videos on how to do this - you're welcome); change the side markers to high output LEDs and add relays so they blink with the blinker - at a lot of rural all-stop T intersections, the traffic on the base of the T can't see your front signal, I've almost been t-barred until I did this - added bonus is a side blinker for multi-lane roadway lane changes. Cheers!
Out of genuine curiosity, I’ve saved up for a solstice and I TRULY want to get one, but before I go to test one and get my hopes up, tell me, I am 6”3, do you think I would even fit 😂
I've got one, and my 6'4ish buddy had no problem fitting legroom wise. The top was down, so idk about headroom. At the end of the day, it's still a GM car. They're designed to fit American bodies.
Thanks for the video showing the great features of the Pontiac Solstice. To many reviews miss all these features and looks you mentioned. I like the view from the front more the rear. Had my rear shocks replaced and the ride improved a lot. Any suggestion for a phone holder? I'm still looking for one.
Thank you Tom! I actually use a phone holder that normally clips onto the vent, but i have it rigged in such a way that its attached to the grab bar directly to the right of the radio. I'm actually going to make a quick video about the phone holder set up I have since it seems to be the perfect spot for placing the phone and im sure others have the same inquiry. Thanks for watching!
They are nice looking cars, two things I don’t like, where the switches are located for the windows. You almost dislocate your shoulder they’re so far back. Another is the lack of space for minor things like groceries. Truely a roadster made for driving and that’s about it.
I am 6'0" and I have to move the seat up a few inches. I think you would be comfortable up to around 6'3". You can raise the steering column to provide a better exit or entry.
As OP noted, it's tight. Slim to husky will still fit and it gets tight. I'm a husky 5'10" and it snug. I have a couple of friend who don't fit - they are 6'2" and 6'4" at 250# plus. One friend at 6'3" and lanky fit, but with the top down (totally doing a Tom Selleck).
Found one for 10.5k with only 22k miles clean car I'm just worried it's not gxp and I won't enjoy as much as I think but the price for gxp is like 20k at that point I just rather buy sky redline which is faster and better looking
Your on the right track with the Skys William, I actually test drove a couple Saturn skys a month ago and I do like the look and feel of the sky just a bit more then the base solstice. Good luck car shopping!
I waited and bought the Pontiac Saturn Sky. It was made after the Solstice. All the quirks were ironed out from the Solstice. Sorry, but the Sky is a much finer car.
totally agree, that was one of my favorite features of the solstice, you were cocooned in the cockpit. It helped me feel more connected AND protected by the car in general.
Gil, you have no idea how badly I want to get one again! I'd honestly love to try the Saturn out, even though its exactly the same vehicle. I kind of like the exterior look of the Saturn a little better then the solstice. Anyways, a convertible of some sorts is in my near future! Thanks for the encouragement Gil!
@@gtyar4395 👍 I'm real close to buying one as well GTyar... Thanks for the solstice videos, looking forward to the Sky videos. Take care brother... 👍👍👍
You didn't introduce what year and model you are reviewing. There is also storage pockets behind the seatbacks, and the space behind the seats itself. 'These two things here' flanking the trunk sides are called buttresses. Get an owners manual or go to the Pontiac Solstice forum for proper education. This is not the smaller engine. The smaller engine, which is turbocharged, won't last as long. The headlights do not work when the fog lights are on. There are plenty of professional reviews on this car out there.
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This is the best car purchase I have ever made and I'll never be without one again. When they first came out with these I wanted one so badly but, I'm glad I waited. It means more to me now and I can enjoy it much more. I've never had more fun driving anything in my life than I have this Solstice. The one I bought is an automatic GXP but I would love to have a second one that has a manual transmission. Not even a month after I purchased it and looked forward to driving it everyday, I broke the knee cap on my right leg in half and, of all things, I couldn't drive for 6 to 8 weeks. It was so sad to look out the window at my beautiful "new" car knowing I couldn't even get in it to sit, let alone drive anywhere. It's been 12 weeks now, so I'm driving again even though it still hurts quite a bit to get in it, I'll gladly take the bad with the good any day. Especially when the good is as good as it is in my 2008 Pontiac Solstice GXP!
What a story Joy! I'm glad your able to now enjoy all that the Solstice has to offer. Thanks for watching 🙂
I recently bought an 06 in manual. It's my daily driver. As a matter of fact, it's my only car. I wouldn't trade it for the world.
What did u pay for it if you 🤔 don't mind me asking?
Beautiful car. I wish Pontiac was still in business. They made beautiful cars. I have a 2005 Pontiac Sunfire I don't want to have to give up. I haven't seen a car I like yet.
I had no idea about the roof storage compartment.. THANK YOU. Absolutely subscribed, wonderfully put together.
Thank you for Subscribing! I actually discovered that along with being a convenient little storage pocket, it also serves as a way to put the roof back on while you are seated in the drivers seat! I'll be putting that video out in a couple days.
Dude... the "very satisfying" feel/sound of securing the top. ...
I get it dude... 100%, I get it. 👌
Sold my Solstice a year ago when relocating from NC to Sweden. Miss it dearly. Loved taking it up to the Blue Ridge parkway this time of year.
Is the Opel GT available in Sweden?
@@gtyar4395 Yes, but only 70 was sold here, so not very common. Guess I could find one and import from Germany, but climate here isn't perfect for a car like that anyway. That's why I didn't bring the Solstice in the first place.
I’ve got two gxps a 08 and a09
Green with tan top or as they say “ light side “
There should be map pockets on the back of the seats too
Also I know on my gxps the drivers seat goes up and down with a switch on the front of the seat
I also get around 30 mpg in my gxps and I drive them pretty aggressively
But they are great cars
Wish pontiac was still in business
Enjoy
I just bought a 06 red with black top and interior. I love the throaty exhaust and pretty much everything about it. I waited a long time to get one and I found this beauty, one owner, and only 31k on her!❤❤❤
The poor man's Corvette! We have an '06, thanks for video, had no idea speakers were behind seat.
I had a Vette, now lookin at this...Can one purchase one under 10G 's, A good one I might add??
Yes. Used you could buy it for about 8,000 dollars
Nothing like a vette
You are 100% accurate when it comes to the fog lights! Personally, I feel like the vehicle looks so much cooler with the headlights off.
Jon, thank goodness i'm not the only one who gets excited over such a little detail. Thanks for sharing!
I would agree as well.
I always drive my GXP with the fog lamps on (headlights off). 👍
Thanks for review....I love my baby 2008 Solstice...
Best car I ever owned
Thanks for the vid. Very unique things you mention you like...some would say some of those things are negatives but cool that you like them. I have a GXP. I like the car too...its shape, its simplicity, its quirkiness, its handling, etc. I can get 30+ mpg on the highway if I don't stomp on it, yet I have 260 HP at my fingertips (foot that is). I get complements frequently and people don't know what the vehicle is. It's a blast and the GXP has way more juice than a Miata. Getting parts though can be challenging. A little scary the older it gets.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! Its always fun stopping at a gas station and getting asked at least 2 times " what is that? " hahaha. Oh i miss my Solstice !
Thanks for the video! I just bought a black on black 07 GXP manual love the feel and sound. Probably going to swap out the stereo and sub but your right for what it is sounds good!
Congrats on the acquisition! Fantastic that you found a GXP. I've driven one and its honestly too quick for my taste. If you do the sub/stereo swap you should try to film it, im sure a bunch of other solstice owners would love to learn from your process. Thanks for watching and enjoy the drive!
That color is fire!
Don’t leave your Bluetooth device plugged in. The outlet is always hot. Dead battery
Good call Johnny. Yea, i wish that power port turned off when the car was off..
it took my mom 2 years to find the secret button in her gxp! ive owned it now for a year and just love it. Great video
I have the same car, same color 2006
Been driving it for 10 years next month.
I love this car .
I should have never sold mine,, i truly regret it and i especially miss it now that the summer months are upon us.
You forgot the amazing passenger "cup holder" ;)
HA! I actually do use that cup holder quite often, even though it's a bit flimsy. Thanks for watching!
I had the same smudgy looking mirror and found a replacement at the salvage yard for $15. The same mirror is found in many other GM models - the Impala, Century, Rendevouz, Monte Carlo, Firebird or the source of my replacement - a Camaro.
I have a 2007 Solstice GXP (turbo) manual. I get 38 MPG. Love this car. Have owned it for 3 years. It seems that the previous owners did some upgrades, including an aftermarket exhaust. Very nice rumble. Tons of power. So much fun on a road trip.
I'm sure I'm not the first one to comment on this, but I believe that little pocket/opening in the roof line mentioned at the very beginning is for the proximity sensor electric garage door opener, the kind that pick up a signal as you approach your driveway and open the garage without having to manually push a button to initiate it. When this car first came out, I wanted one so bad, but was too young and broke; then when the GXP came out I wanted one even more, but had a lot of debt already (home), and now I'm trying to get a new business off the ground..! Hopefully it'll go well, and in a couple/three years I'll be able to grab one... Though the one I REALLY want is the hardtop 'coupe' version GXP, which is even MORE rare, by a large margin. Still, it'll happen before too long... Good upload, thanks!
Hi Jack! you know, I've never heard that explanation before but it makes a lot of sense now that you mention it. I do remember that proximity sensor, and i also never had the extra money to afford one. Good luck with your new business and thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience with the glorious Solstice!
Nice Solstice, especially with the British Green. You can thank Franz Von Holzhausen for the design. He is now designs for Tesla.
Is this true? I always wondered who designed the car. It's really unique and the back "bat mobile" is very cool I think.
Really ..., wow that's a kewl fun fact
This automobile has aged like fine wine 🍷🤌
I just bought a 2007 GXP. I love it!!!
SWEET!! congrats! its going to bring you many smiles. Happy motoring!
I have a 2006 Pontiac Solstice and the exact same color as you!! My interior has the grey-tan colors. I love that car! The green color is the best since all those metal flake colors come out in the sun! The only thing I dislike is when I need to replace the battery lol
The green is incredible! Especially in the direct sun, like you said, all those metal flakes really glisten and sparkle. thanks for sharing Fred!
Those quirks are cool, now I want one.
Cool video. I feel the same about my Saturn Sky. I ended up buying 2 of them. I bought the Base model standard shift, then I bought the automatic Redline (Turbo) for my Wife. We love driving them both. Great cars! You are 100% correct.
How cool is this! Two Saturn skys in the same household. very cool! Thank you for watching and for sharing!
@@gtyar4395 Yes we LOVE our Saturns. Even if they are rebadged GMs, 😂. We also have a Saturn Aura XR sedan and a Saturn Outlook SUV.
Great video from the heart of a guy who feels the same way about the Solstice as I do. Every nuance of this car makes an impact about how you feel about it. So let me add my two cents. I have the 2.4 litre NA like you. I'm perfectly comfortable with "only" 177 horsepower, as opposed to the stronger 2.0 litre turbocharged engine. My style of driving is between me and the road, not other drivers. There's a nice exhaust note to the engine, and once you learn the different shift points for each gear, the engine is willing to deliver. I appreciate the fog lights as you do, however I never move the headlight switch off of AUTO. The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) come on automatically and if you put the fog lights on they go out AND the tail lights come on. I really like this functionality. The intermittent wipers vary with speed, which is cool. The sterop is kickass if you have the Monsoon option. I love the optional Limited Slip Differential when it lightly chirps around corners. The HVAC system works very well. I use an app on my phone that displays the fuel level. coolant temperature, voltage, and MPG using an OBDII dongle. I find it helpful. There's also additional space behind the seat where I keep two hand towels, quick detailer, and windshield cleaner.
Now a word to those looking for a Solstice, the term "base" is very misleading. When a base Solstice was purchased new, every optional feature had to be added a la carte. My "base" car has $8,000 of factory options. GM wanted to bring this car to market at a $20,000 entry price and they did, but you need to know what options the car you are considering has. You can get this information by the VIN. I purchased my car with the original window sticker that has the VIN on it. If you buy a GXP, many of those options are included. But you can get a "base" for much less than a GXP and if the car you're looking at has a lot of options, you are really making out.
I can't thank you enough for sharing your passion of the solstice with me and with anyone who reads the comment section. This is all priceless information and it will absolutely assist people in making a decision to buy a solstice when they are in the market for a sturdy, well thought out and gorgeous convertible. Thanks for sharing and for watching!
It’s my pleasure to help out. Thanks again for creating and posting your video.
If you have a subwoofer then you have the Monsoon package..
Sweet! I honestly did not know this. Thank you Sylvain!
What about the double drink holder under the compartment above the console/ e brake.
Mine has one.
Yes, the cup holder is surprisingly useful and robust. Thank you for highlighting that and thanks for watching!
You even have an extra cup holder on the passenger side
Land Rover Defenders make a whine like that too. Especially nice sounding when coupled with the sound of the 300TDI or the newer 5-Cylinder TD5 engines.
I have a yellow 2008 GXP Solstice 2.0 Turbo I bought brand new.. Im debating selling it but it has some things to do on it. Its a fun drive.... Quite a few quirks and its not practical at all hahahaha I bought it when I was totally single no kids. Enjoyed the video thank you.
If you sell it, make sure you replace it with another convertible =-) thanks for watching!
I'm in the UK.and I'd love one of these.
I think its called the Opel Speedster in the UK correct? you should totally get one! you wont regret it.
@GTyar Europe got it....not the UK. Totally unknown in the UK. I've seen a couple of Solstice imports in the road here...that's all.
My kids gave me a 2007 Saturn Sky Redline for my 70th birthday this year. I put a stage 3 chip in it so the 260 HP is now probably closer to 300 HP. It's REALLY fast. It only has 35,000 miles on it. It has an automatic but I've recently had my right shoulder replaced so I don't really want to row through the gears anyway. It has a "competition" mode that makes it even faster but does remove traction control so it will drift if I get on it too hard in a turn. I like that it looks sort of like Steve McQueens Jag XKSS. Yours is even British Racing Green or something close to it. Mine is yellow which I like. Too bad Massachusetts makes you put that licence plate in the front. The front of the Solstice is classic I think. Utah does too but they don't enforce it and I understand they're soon to remove that requirement anyway. I didn't know about that nice space in the convertible top. Thanks :) OH and the CD player. We haven't heard any of our CD's for about a decade. They sound so good in this car.
Thank you so much for sharing! Yes, i agree with you on the front license plate rules here in MA, it really looks awful just awkwardly sticking out there. the front would look so much nicer without it. Your kids are Awesome for giving you such a unique and fun car for your 70th! Sounds like a hoot to drive! happy motoring!
Want that sound system to be even louder run an EQ app from your phone while streaming music. Thank me later 😊
I've had a 2008 Solstice GXP for over a decade (original owner, weird story), and I think you'd also enjoy the GXP version. Sure, you'll lose some MPG because you'll be getting on it more often, but some of your likes are amplified. Rear end: adds a duck tail spoiler. Engine sound: with a cold air intake and a readily available 3rd party tune, getting on it heavy (like to pass) makes a roar from both the turbo spooled up and the exhaust note.
I recommend a few modifications for anyone who owns a Kappa: high-intensity LED brake lights, because taller vehicles look over you and forget you're there until they are against your back bumper, the extra light reminds them there's an object between them and the vehicles ahead; screen door springs added to the rear bonnet to get it to lift some when released (there are several RUclips videos on how to do this - you're welcome); change the side markers to high output LEDs and add relays so they blink with the blinker - at a lot of rural all-stop T intersections, the traffic on the base of the T can't see your front signal, I've almost been t-barred until I did this - added bonus is a side blinker for multi-lane roadway lane changes.
Cheers!
Thank you for all these awesome modification ideas and for sharing your experience with your GXP. I miss my solstice...
just bought one a few days ago with 84,000 miles in a silver tone 07 solstice 5-speed manual.
how awesome! and such low mileage. Congrats!
Power seat on the driver side
Out of genuine curiosity, I’ve saved up for a solstice and I TRULY want to get one, but before I go to test one and get my hopes up, tell me, I am 6”3, do you think I would even fit 😂
I've got one, and my 6'4ish buddy had no problem fitting legroom wise. The top was down, so idk about headroom. At the end of the day, it's still a GM car. They're designed to fit American bodies.
I'm 6'2 and own an '08. I have no problem with comfort/headroom and have driven maybe up to 4 to 5 hours at a time. 👍🍻
I'm 6ft and just barely.
My boyfriend ass 6'4" didn't fit..
Legs around his ears !
I'm 5'11" & it was a pretty tight squeeze for me, leg space wise
Thanks for the video showing the great features of the Pontiac Solstice.
To many reviews miss all these features and looks you mentioned. I like the view from the front more the rear.
Had my rear shocks replaced and the ride improved a lot.
Any suggestion for a phone holder? I'm still looking for one.
Thank you Tom! I actually use a phone holder that normally clips onto the vent, but i have it rigged in such a way that its attached to the grab bar directly to the right of the radio. I'm actually going to make a quick video about the phone holder set up I have since it seems to be the perfect spot for placing the phone and im sure others have the same inquiry. Thanks for watching!
One complaint recall about the solstice by car snobs was it wasnt spacious enough....uh duh😂
They are nice looking cars, two things I don’t like, where the switches are located for the windows. You almost dislocate your shoulder they’re so far back. Another is the lack of space for minor things like groceries. Truely a roadster made for driving and that’s about it.
totally agree about the window switches, I would actually just use my right hand to operate those window switches LOL. it was was easier to reach.
Use your right hand
The only bad thing is the states that make you have a plate on the front..kinds ruins the smooth art deco look with the grille….
I totally agree. dArn Front plate laws....
Some states do, other states do not.
do you think someone tall would fit easily in this car? i couldnt really tell if you were tall or not
I am 6'0" and I have to move the seat up a few inches. I think you would be comfortable up to around 6'3". You can raise the steering column to provide a better exit or entry.
Great question. I'm 6 feet tall and with the seat almost all the the way back i fit perfectly.
As OP noted, it's tight. Slim to husky will still fit and it gets tight. I'm a husky 5'10" and it snug. I have a couple of friend who don't fit - they are 6'2" and 6'4" at 250# plus. One friend at 6'3" and lanky fit, but with the top down (totally doing a Tom Selleck).
How tall are you? Is it comfortable?
6 ft tall, and yes it was quite comfortable. I miss my solstice!!
Do you still have the Solstice?
Negative, I had to sell it to free up some finances. I regret it every day though.
Sooo many engine swaps you can do to this car on the stock transmission. Ls,Rb26,v8 motors. Now can Ev swap!
Dear heavens NO EV swap.
Electric!? Don't say stupid things.
I share the video on Pontiac solstice sky owners. thank you
Thank you for watching and sharing Fred!
Found one for 10.5k with only 22k miles clean car I'm just worried it's not gxp and I won't enjoy as much as I think but the price for gxp is like 20k at that point I just rather buy sky redline which is faster and better looking
Your on the right track with the Skys William, I actually test drove a couple Saturn skys a month ago and I do like the look and feel of the sky just a bit more then the base solstice. Good luck car shopping!
I waited and bought the Pontiac Saturn Sky. It was made after the Solstice. All the quirks were ironed out from the Solstice. Sorry, but the Sky is a much finer car.
The sky is pretty darn gorgeous if you ask me. very cool! congrats on the acquisition!
Actually its not.
Sitting in this car is like sitting in a bucket, which I consider a very good thing.
totally agree, that was one of my favorite features of the solstice, you were cocooned in the cockpit. It helped me feel more connected AND protected by the car in general.
What? Wait! You rest your arm, on the armrest? Crazy. That's crazy.
It was designed by the the designer that designed the Tesla model s. X 3 y
yes! this is true. all very good looking vehicles.
You forgot to mention the awesome hood!
Your right! That is a feature I LOVE about this car... Next video.
Ese será mi primer auto 😎
It's a very cool first car to have Miguel! I hope you find a nice one. thanks for watching!
Mine too
Buy another one GTyar.
Gil, you have no idea how badly I want to get one again! I'd honestly love to try the Saturn out, even though its exactly the same vehicle. I kind of like the exterior look of the Saturn a little better then the solstice. Anyways, a convertible of some sorts is in my near future! Thanks for the encouragement Gil!
@@gtyar4395 👍 I'm real close to buying one as well GTyar... Thanks for the solstice videos, looking forward to the Sky videos. Take care brother... 👍👍👍
Also it’s areal head turner, attention grabber…
Another STUPID DESIGN by GM such a big car and no space 4 extra people,even the pt cruiser convertible carries 5 people and a small load
Yeah not much space, but at least it looks cool 😉👍🏻
I like it for : Me and my coat and bag. That's it.
You’re too funny😂😂
Put the pipe down
You didn't introduce what year and model you are reviewing. There is also storage pockets behind the seatbacks, and the space behind the seats itself. 'These two things here' flanking the trunk sides are called buttresses. Get an owners manual or go to the Pontiac Solstice forum for proper education. This is not the smaller engine. The smaller engine, which is turbocharged, won't last as long. The headlights do not work when the fog lights are on. There are plenty of professional reviews on this car out there.
Nothing wrong with the 2.0 LNF engine that regular use doesn't help.
The 2.0 liter Turbo is awesome 👍😎
Those things look so stupid.
What about the double drink holder under the compartment above the console/ e brake.
Mine has one.
you are right, I totally spaced on that one. Thank you!
I had to replace my center console cover, found one with drink holders that I could reach while driving.