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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  Awesome Car - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By Rob - December 8 - 4:13 am

  This car is totally awesome!! The power and handle are the main points for this true muscle car. Ive tested this car at high and low speeds and have not been disappointed at either end.

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  2005 GTO Sport Appearance Package (SAP) - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By chuckdi - November 23 - 1:19 pm

  I bought an 05 GTO with 18K miles with the sport appearance package or SAP which includes quad exhausts, cool side skirts, SAP front bumper and grills. Paint is Cyclone Gray. Added a JHP color matched gage pod for volts and engine oil pressure, chrome tail lights with red LEDs, chrome aluminum wheels, GM Performance high flow oil pump, headers and 160 degree therm. Use ALT friction modifier to engine oil (6 oz.) and 1 oz. to power steering. ALT claims 48% reduction in friction. ALT is Advanced Lubrication Technology. Removed rear spoiler and painted trunk lid. At 54K miles, replaced rotors and pads and replaced auto trans fluid and differential fluid with GM friction modifier.

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  Drive a GTO forget your BMW!! - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By NoBMWforME - November 18 - 12:20 am

  I sold my BMW to get this car. I took a bath on the BMW resale, as they do not hold their value (mine had only 34K miles after 5 years!) The GTO has been a fantastic car. I find the styling appeals to me and my family and is, to us, more mature and, say, european rather than screaming "LOOK AT ME" that some others need. I get more than my share of looks from those that know what it is. I replaced the goofy rear spoiler with a more sedate spoiler. I love this car!!

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  The new and improved Pontiac GTO - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By Brien Levy - August 16 - 12:43 pm

  For some reason, the new GTO has been ignored by the reigning car magazines but theyre missing a great machine for performance comparisons. The main complaint is the exterior styling when compared to the new Mustang GT. A point missed is that Mustang sells a ton of smaller engined units that look like the GT so owners see themselves coming and going. The GTO doesnt look like a kids hot rod but it runs like one and its handling is far superior. Its ride and comfort befit a high-end sedan. So, if like me, you were a teenager when the first GTO hit the streets but youd now feel silly driving a teenagers car, consider the 05 version. Youll get all the storm and fury and feel pretty cool.

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  Great Car - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By Goatin - August 14 - 11:06 am

  Simple: Best car Ive ever owned. The performance and build quality are absolutely unmatched in this price range. I also love the uniqueness of this car. Ive currently seen only one other GTO on the road other than mine. Ive heard a lot of complaints about the styling, but Ive been getting constant compliments on how nice the car looks since the day I brought it home. Awesome car.

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  A corvette that sits four - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By Best All rounder - June 3 - 9:33 am

  This is what horsepower is all about. SMOOTH power, clutch & shifter. Wonderful sport seat with high quality gorgeous red leather. I specially like the plain Jane look housing the lion under the hood. Even though I am not too fond of the hood scoops, but who wouldnt welcome more direct fresh air flow to the engine. It gets better MPG than many V-6 out there. Fall in love with this car in one quick drive. Driving slow in this car is a life long skill to master. Dont be a cop magnet !!!

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  Great Car- - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By Gene - May 31 - 1:13 am

  Great Car, have had more people approach me to talk about car then any other car I have owned. Power is awesome. Car is very easy to drive fast in corners. Best muscle car for the money.

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  What a Blast! - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By 2005 GTO - May 29 - 7:03 pm

  I was very happy when GM decided to manufacture another modern day Muscle Car. I had a 68 Impala with a 427 when I was in High School, so when the 05 GTO came out with the 400 HP 6.0 I had to have one. This is the second car Ive owned that makes me smile the minute I turn the key. The big 6.0 V8 jumps to life and the low rumble of the dual exhaust starts your adrenaline flowing. The rest is just pure excitement, amazing acceleration, the sound of that V8 and the brakes reel it in with confidence. The car is also quite rare, you only see a few GTOs a year. I am averaging 20 MPG even with a heavy right foot. So if you have a chance to test drive one, do it, youll buy it.

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  05 GTO review - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By David Kulha - May 1 - 7:20 am

  This is the best performance car that I have ever owned for under 30k. Gut wrenching acceleration, great handling, good stereo, comfortable interior, quiet on the highway. An A+ for GM.

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  A Collectors Item - 2005 Pontiac GTO
  By Gary Hooper - April 28 - 9:00 pm

  I have one of the last Monaros (Pontiac GTO) to be sold in Australia. I am disappointed that this car will no longer be produced in this country as its build quality and muscle car character make it the equal of many cars costing considerably more. Ill save it for my grandchildren so they can appreciate what it was like to drive a car with more than 2 cylinders!