Whats New for the 2005 Pontiac GTO?
Pontiac dumps 50 more horsepower and 35 additional lb.-ft. of torque into the 2005 Pontiac GTO, bringing totals to 400 and 400. This extra oomph is courtesy of GM’s LS2 V8 engine, displacing 6.0 liters and powering the Chevrolet SSR and Chevrolet Corvette. Also, quickly responding to critics of the GTO’s styling, Pontiac has made a hood with twin air scoops optional on the 2005 GTO. Other changes include red-painted brake calipers, polished exhaust outlets, and a subtly restyled rear bumper with split exhaust outlets. Inside, a driver’s footrest has been added. Blue and gray are the new colors for 2005.Advantages of the 2005 Pontiac GTO: Sophisticated, well-balanced, rear-drive chassis is a brilliant match for V8 strength25-mpg fuel economy when equipped with the manual transmissionRoom for four adultsExtensive standard features listObjections to the 2005 Pontiac GTO: Gas-guzzler tax when equipped with automatic transmissionHigh price tagHefty curb weightEditor’s Advice: Pontiac resurr
