Overview & Reviews
A new trim level, the Pontiac Solstice GXP, debuts for 2007. It features a 260-horsepower turbocharged engine, a sport-tuned suspension and stability control. Other minor changes this year include a standard power height adjuster for the driver seat and a few new options, such as a rear spoiler and sport metallic pedals.
- Sexy styling, nimble handling and loads of grip, strong engine performance from GXP model, powerful brakes, low base price.
- Engine revs slowly in base Solstice, tall transmission gearing, tiny trunk, poor top wind sealing, no side airbags or interior storage.
User Reviews:
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Great Roadster with power to spare - 2007 Pontiac Solstice
By Nate - August 4 - 6:53 pmI just want to drive this car all of the time. Sadly, I will store it for the long Michigan winter soon. I have owned quite a few sports cars and this one takes the cake. This is a roadster in the purist form of the word. I do not care if the top takes me 2 minutes to put up or down. I dont care that it has little storage or some of the swithes are a little hard to get to. I understand and appreciate the car for what it is. And quite frankly, I feel Pontiac and GM nailed it with the GXP. I have owned a BMW M-3 and I think the cars manual 5 speed transmissions feel the same. I wonder if the writers for car mags just dont like to admit GM did it better than anyone else. I love this car.
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4 wheel motorcycle - 2007 Pontiac Solstice
By Virgil Wallace - July 7 - 11:31 pmIm 68 and was looking for a fun, great looking car like a Cadillac xlr or Plymouth Prowler or maybe a Can-Am motorcycle. I didnt think I could fit into a Solstice but found that I could. The gxp is a hot rod and an event to drive. It rides and drives better than the xlr and the prowler at much less cost. I just cant help punching the turbo... what a blast. I could easily get myself in trouble with the law. Many people complain about the power window swithes being hard to reach... if you reach across your belly with your right hand they work well.
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Amazed - 2007 Pontiac Solstice
By Celeste1 - May 27 - 1:10 amI bought my Solstice on March 17, 2007. I traded a Vette for my Sol and dont regret it for one second. I love driving this car! She corners better than any other car Ive owned and Ive owned about 30 cars in as many years. We took a 3500 mile trip this past July and averaged 32 mpg at 70 mph. Loved the stares and the comments. This is the best car Ive ever owned.
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It turns heads.. - 2007 Pontiac Solstice
By M Stubbs - April 14 - 1:16 amHaving been in the car business for over 25 years, I cant remember a car that draws a crowd like the Solstice. Best styling in its class, good performance, great economy, and just plain fun to drive. You hate to have to park it. A few subtle mechanical improvements over the 2006 model make this car even better.
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Lemon - 2007 Pontiac Solstice
By Lemon Solstice - March 20 - 8:06 amMaybe I am the only one, but I have had MANY issues with this vehicle. Paint rubbed off under the hood, misaligned body panels, paint chips on door due to body panel alignment. A LOT of top leaks, interior squeaks, passenger seat rubbing against door, top making a lot of noise (not wind noise), gas gauge not functioning properly. Knocking sounds from motor, anti freeze leaks, and last but not least power steering leaks. some of the issues have been fixed, others are still pending, and some I am told are "normal". Other then all the problems I love the car
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great sports car - 2007 Pontiac Solstice
By r.rudiger - March 5 - 1:16 pmThis car is fun to drive!! I had a 60 vet. when I was younger.This car reminds me of those great times.Only had it about 2 weeks,so not sure of the fuel economy, but who cares. Highly recommended.
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Funinthesuncar - 2007 Pontiac Solstice
By Fox - February 17 - 7:23 pmA little hard to get in/out (5"10, 190 lbs) but for sure worth the effort...really fun and a head turner.
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7/8-Scale Corvette - 2007 Pontiac Solstice
By jdII - January 23 - 6:56 pmRidiculous good looks attract a crowd everywhere I go. Flip off the traction control and make Corvette-like tire smoke. Enduraflex panels make parking lots non-scary. The Eco-Tech Turbo motor is impressive and pulls hard at virtually all RPMs. Very neutral handling posture especially at the limits, impressive brakes. In the final analysis, think of this car as a 7/8-scale Corvette. Its sexy, overt, a little louder and ready to eat GT Mustangs at the next stoplight. Despite the bravado, it is civil enough my wife can drive it and enjoy the cars appeal. Would like to see a few more exterior visual cues to differentiate the GXP from the normally aspirated model.
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A great little car! - 2007 Pontiac Solstice
By LuvMySol - December 28 - 3:33 pmI just purchased my GXP after waiting over one year on my dealers wait list. I never thought I could ever feel this way about a car, but I am in love with my Solstice! It is everything I had been expecting it to be and more! This is the first time in my life that something that I had been anticipating with so much excitement turned out much, much better than in my wildest dreams. My wife, who never gave much thought about car, just loves this car too! The Solstices looks are awesome, and its mechanics seem equal. It is hard for me to believe that this is an American designed and built car, but it is! No trunk? Who cares!
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Sad to say, but a bit of a disappointment - 2007 Pontiac Solstice
By Cathy P - December 11 - 3:13 pmThe car is a great looking sports car. Possibly the best on the market. But looks are deceiving. It lacks in power and interior design. The radio and XM are wonderful. The two toned interior is beautiful but Id lose the cheap plastic. As far as power, its a dud. The exterior design is gorgeous but not practical when driving. There are too many blind spots which is dangerous. The soft top is cumbersome to put up and down. When the tops up visability is worse. I traded in my 2007 Solstice for an MX5 which was way more fun to drive and roomier.
