Overview & Reviews
The 2005 Pontiac GTO receives a new engine -- the 6.0-liter LS2 V8. The new V8 produces 400 horsepower, up from 350, and 395 lb-ft of torque, up from 365. More rumble comes from a new split dual-exhaust system, and new exterior options include two new colors and an available hood scoop.
- Powerful V8, rear-wheel drive, tight build quality, loaded with standard features.
- Forgettable styling, handling should be a bit sharper, no sunroof or navigation system available.
User Reviews:
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Biggest Bang for Your Buck - 2005 Pontiac GTO
By scott hall - May 12 - 3:20 amThis is one of the fastest cars i have ever drove. It rides and handles like a dream. The is only for drivers that have been driving for a while not for a teenager. It has plenty of room front and back and the back seat is very comfy...so give the GTO a drive..and you will buy it...and make sure you drive the 6-speed :o)
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Performance bargain - 2005 Pontiac GTO
By Firstinlastout - May 11 - 8:50 amIve had my GTO for 10 months now. Super reliable, not a problem at all. I do a lot of driving with it and have taken it all the way up to the mountains of North Carolina from Miami and back. Not one issue except for a burned out brake light. The power is amazing. The suspension is taught and sporty but not as razor like as I would like. The trade-off though is a super comfortable ride. If GM could have put some bigger anti-sway bars and stiffened up the springs/shocks/struts just a tad bit...I would be in heaven. Overall, I am very impressed with the GTO inside and out. Sound system is a little weak and there are no dedicated doorlock buttons, but overall I love this car !
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Life with a Goat... - 2005 Pontiac GTO
By Steve - May 6 - 8:03 pmGot my GTO (6-spd) in June 2005 and enjoy it. Its a comfortable hiway car with a decent ride and maybe the best bucket seats Ive found in an American car. Hiway gas mileage is pretty good (25 mpg for me) for a big coupe with a 6.0L V8. In town, its a hog (12-14 mpg for me), and the ride is more brittle on rough pavement or in City driving. Acceleration is phenomenal, and braking is good for such a heavy car. Handling is acceptable given that this is a 3,800 pd coupe, not a tossabout roadster. Mechanically, the "weakest link" is an awful shifter for the 6- spd, gated way too wide and with a rubbery feel. Conclusion: Go fast in comfort, dont worry too much about gas mileage, & have fun!
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Goat - 2005 Pontiac GTO
By Patrick Devenny - April 3 - 9:13 pmThe new GTO is a big improvement from the 04 model, the 05 has a 6.0 liter v8 at 400 horses, this car really flys. its one of the best on the road and theres not many cars that will keep up with it
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Now you see me, Now you Dont!! - 2005 Pontiac GTO
By Clyde Harris - March 25 - 5:33 amI did some research before buying this car. I wanted something fast but inexpensive, normally that is an oxymoron when it comes to cars. My prayers were answered when I saw the GTO, I cannot say anything negative about this car at this time. I am truly happy with my purchase. the torque/horsepower is definitely "head pinned to the back of the seat" Fast!!! I am 6ft 2 in and weigh 220 lbs and this car is still roomy, not the comfort of my Expedition, but I have traveled over 300 miles and the ride was nice. I cant wait to add mods.
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The GTO returns - 2005 Pontiac GTO
By tahvette - February 7 - 4:10 pmBeing of the age, that experienced the original muscle cars, I had to look into the GTO. In the market for a new car, but not willing to shell out for the mega-buck C6 Corvette, I test drove the 05 GTO. Not quite refined as the vette, it is still a blast to drive. Handles well, very comfortable and is very fast. Very fast. It is a real kick to blow away the boy-racers, but still take my wife to dinner in a very civilized car. Love it!
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Buy it!!!!!! - 2005 Pontiac GTO
By daniel - January 22 - 1:43 amI get lots of complements on the road."Nice goat" shouted one kid. Another time, a Mustang GT pulled up and the driver asked me what kind of exhaust I had. When I told him it was stock he said "dont change it, it sounds awsome". Im always getting thumbs up and people checking it out with a big grin on their face.
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This Goat cant be beat - 2005 Pontiac GTO
By Rodney - January 14 - 11:43 pmAnyone who has ever sat/driven a GTO always comes out praising the cars amazing acceleration, handling, and particularly its interior design. Youd be hard pressed to find a more luxurious inviting interior in a car within this price range. Its smooth enough for daily commutes and long trips, and can hit you with the violence of all 400 Hp at any moment. For half the price you get a Corvette with seating for four (real rear seats by the way, not the child seats other cars like the RX-8 and 350Z have), whats not to love about this car.
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A Sleeper - 2005 Pontiac GTO
By mdavis - November 18 - 3:43 pmI love it! Where else can you get a quality fit and finish, 0-60 times in the mid 4 second range, 400HP, 25 mpg, independent suspension, quality leather seats and pay less than 33K? This car rivals the best of the imports minus perhaps some of the trendy gadgets that have little to do with driving, and will run away from any of them priced under 50K.
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Super charged 05 GTO. - 2005 Pontiac GTO
By jrssr - November 12 - 1:30 amI really enjoy driving this car. It is a blast on the track and on the road. It handles very well especially with the right rubber under it. I have super charged the LS2 and it is a beast. The torque and power band is unbelivable. It is a true sleeper as the body style is under stated and there are not many on the road or track. I actually had a guy in a C-5 Corvette that got upset when I passed him and kept pulling ahead of him with 3 people in my car. He could not catch me let alone keep up. This car is the best deal on the market for the package that you get for the price. I have had no problems with it although I only have a little over 13,000 miles on it now. What a car it is!
