2009 Pontiac Solstice GXP

Description

The 2009 Pontiac Solstice coupe is already a rarity, but then when you add in exceptionally low mileage, a great color combo, and the always-in-demand turbocharged GXP motor, you have a car that will forever be appreciated by collectors.

These cars are RARE. Pontiac produced less than 1,300 Solstice coupes total... not in this year, but in TOTAL. This means you can buy into a modern machine that has better rarity than a classic Hemi Mopar. But more than just its sustained value through exclusivity, the Solstice coupe is an attractive vehicle because it represents the pinnacle of Pontiac's reputation for thoughtful sports cars. Aiming to be a lighter and more nimble companion to the Corvette, the Solstice has all the great performance design cues we all love – the long hood, scalloped fenders, sleek profile, and short rear deck. Plus, Pontiac was really doing a great job with their styling of the twin grille that was dangerously BMW-like, and the coupe's fastback profile that arguably looks better than the C6 'Vette. All of this is straight from the factory, just like glossy Mysterious Black paint and the shining 18-inch alloy wheels that retains a showroom level of shine.

Collectors will love how the interior is just as factory-spec as the exterior. The black leather looks fantastic, and when you have the targa roof out there are going to be plenty of people marveling at the full blacked-out package. The supportive bucket seats highlight a cockpit that's built around the driver. Plus, the low mileage means little time to crease the GXP-specific seats. The three-spoke sports steering wheel has all the modern controls you could want. Beyond that is a handsome set of analog gauges that light up red when you turn the key. This is loaded with all the right features, including power windows, power locks, dual air bags, power mirrors, keyless entry, cruise control, a powerful AM/FM/CD/XM stereo with auxiliary input, and cold air conditioning.

The best part of the GXP upgrade starts under the hood. The turbocharged 2.0-liter powerplant gives this a 45% power boost over its standard sibling. And in a car this original so far, you'll be glad to know it's the original motor. More than just added power, the GXP puts it to the ground better with an enhanced sport suspension and a limited slip rear end. This turbo coupe has a great sporty feeling on the road that will remind you of the best that comes from Europe. And just like those expensive roadsters, this has also been built to be great for use any time. You have features like the five-speed automatic transmission with a highway-friendly overdrive, cruise control, power steering, and four-wheel disc brakes w/ABS.

There were less than 360 Mysterious Black Solstice coupes produced. And when you look at figures for how many are the ultra-hot GXPs, you soon realize what kind of rare modern classic this is. If you let it slip away today, you might never find one again tomorrow.