[slowTA]

I found a black on black, 6 speed, 18K mile, 2005 GTO locally and I'm very interested in it. I've read online that there are some suspension issues with the car, some parts are pretty odd and have to come from down under, they're almost the red headed step children of the service centers. I guess I'm asking if the problems are wide spread, only on the '04 models, or are exaggerated by 'internet information'.

While at the dealer I drove an '08 Malibu. The salesman (fellow gearhead) said it is such a better car than the previous versions that it shouldn't be called a Malibu. I agree. It has a great ride and more power than you would expect. It was raining so I didn't get a full appreciation for all the power. The transmission seemed to shift nicely (6 speed paddle shifted automatic) and wasn't clunky on the downshift, just kinda slow.

Also, when you search for GTO on this board it comes up empty. I found the post by 2000Z-71 because I remembered his GTO was hit by a suburban.

[CrashTestDummy]

Heh, you should. Honduh minivans do pretty well.

[Dan Man]

Heh, you should. Honduh minivans do pretty well.

Funny you mention that! I've ran our '04 Odyssey at a CSCC AX last year and whipped up on several competitors, all while having three passengers and "Finding Nemo" on the rear DVD! If it had a LSD and race tires... Runs mid 10's in the 1/8 mile, too (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)
Sadly, Clemson University has installed huge speed bumps and curbing in their commuter lots, leaving the CSCC no where to hold events.