2004 Pontiac GTO Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.70/5 Average
241 Total Reviews
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The 2004 GTO is an all-new rear-wheel-drive performance car from Pontiac. Although it is new to the U.S. market, it is based on a car sold by GM's Australian subsidiary, Holden, under the Monaro nameplate.

Pros:
  • Powerful V8, rear-wheel drive, predictable handling from fully independent suspension, loaded with standard features.
Cons:
  • Forgettable styling, numerous standard features make it an expensive proposition.

User Reviews:

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  • Wolf in Sheeps Clothing - 2004 Pontiac GTO
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    This may be the car that renews my belief in American auto manufacturers. A true "spiritual cousin" to an M3 (could use a little better handling), if youre "sitting on the fence", do yourself a favor and save $20K over an M3. Quality build, fit, and finish plus that lovely American V8 rumble. What a pure pleasure!! The first car Ive bought since my M3 that has brought just a huge smile to my face every time I drive it.

  • Driving is fun again - 2004 Pontiac GTO
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    As an owner of many of the late 60s early 70s muscle cars, I was one of the many that were a bit leary of the release of the new gto. Most of us said the same thing..."Well, it sure dont look like a GTO." But after many months of shopping for a new car, I found myself repetedly returning to the Pontiac dealer. After several test drives, I just couldnt get enough! It may not have the reto look, but after driving one for 5 months, the gto has earned my respect. It has the muscle and grit I remember of the gtos of the old days, with the agility and grace of modern technology. For me, this GTO has renewed my faith in GM, and, made driving fun again!

  • 04 GTO - 2004 Pontiac GTO
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    Excellent fit and finish. Fun performance from an understated package. Great low end torque with smooth, quick trips to 6000 rpms. Simple air, heat & audio controls. Super stereo.

  • Great fun...for a weekend car.. - 2004 Pontiac GTO
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    If you have anywhere from 12 to 20k to spend on a very fun car to drive on weekends and have a blast. But as a daily driver, it drinks gas and SHOULD burn premium if you want the performance when you need it. 350 LS1 can easily achieve over 400 horses with minor mods. Nice low naturally rumble. You will need all new suspension by 15k miles - maybe earlier. Read up on it. Handles well for a legendary straight liner but its heavy. Tires at come with are 245s with bland 17" wheels. This car has a dorky design that you get used to. Some people justify it as "stealth" or euro. Live with it. They dont make em anymore although I hear they will be reincarnated as a 2011 Caprice.

  • Cheap Piece of Junk - 2004 Pontiac GTO
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    The nose of this car is cheap plastic. It pulls off whenever the rear of the nose comes in contact with anything on the ground. The interior is also a very cheap plastic along with the siding under the car. Overall poor build quality. This car is not as fast as it should be with this kind of engine in it and the poor gas mileage it gets. It is heavier than most SUVs so power to weight ratio is terrible!

  • 04 GTO - 2004 Pontiac GTO
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    Fun to drive at any speed. I have a good feeling that this "down under" car will keep its value. A very impressive car.

  • Whoa!!! - 2004 Pontiac GTO
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    I just got my goat and shes a keeper. This vehicle is awesome. The performance is outstanding. Interior and exterior finishing on the car is awesome. The comfort level is very high. This car is most definately a winner on all levels. Sure, it doesnt look like the "old school" goats, but does it need to? I think not. Awesome. Simply awesome!!!

  • Glad I bought it! - 2004 Pontiac GTO
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    I got the manual 6-speed. Good Choice. Fun to drive. At any time I can push in the clutch and give it a rev and the sound of the downshift is incredible. I was anticipating that it would not get any looks because of its non-vintage look, but the opposite is true; people stare at the GTO/5.7 Litre logo as I pull beside them. You cant beat the power, speed and performance $33K.

  • Bought used with 7,000 miles - 2004 Pontiac GTO
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    I bought the car used in August of 2012 with 7,000 miles. It was the best bang (horsepower) for the buck I found while car shopping. I use the car as my daily driver. Plenty of power for everyday driving. Passing people is a breeze. No mechanical problems to date.

  • 2004 GTO - 2004 Pontiac GTO
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    I love it! Already have over 1000 miles on it. This sucker goes...in a straight line as well as the twisties. It is a pain in the but to wait for the rear seat to go forward or backward. Once again, handling and acceleration is unparalelled with any other car I have driven...which is a few.

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