So You Want A Pontiac GTO

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The Pontiac GTO has been a staple in the car industry for DECADES. Pontiac first began production in the late 60’s to early 70’s and later stopped until 2004 came around. The revamped GTOs were monsters but were not getting enough attention. Pontiac halted production and legends have it, you can still see the 15+ year old cars driving around to this day. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
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[@FitmentIndustries]

What are your thoughts on the Pontiac GTO? Let us know! Don’t forget to add your car to our gallery over at www.fitmentindustries.com/add for a chance to be featured!

[@justar6865]

Honestly its not that bad I kinda like it

[@alfonsoValle21]

Just finished watching and their's some mistakes with your video but overall I liked it

[@crteaser9726]

Seriously why every time i go find a deal on a car you guys make a vid about them and they wanna ask more

[@Dubz710]

Fitment Industries OH MY GOD YOU GUYS DID IT I FUCKJNG LOVE YOU

[@rylanprime6176]

Not my style but Alex is a comedy legend.

[@toddjudd8657]

Me: I don't want a GTO Alex: you want a GTO Me: I want a GTO

[@TylerVogel]

Tyler: You don't want the modern Holden manero gto you want a real one, a classic GTO any year of your choice besides the modern one

[@BA-AA-ADGTO]

Tyler Vogel Suck my 05 GTO exhaust!!! You have no clue how awesome these cars are. I noticed you didn’t comment how fast they are compared to old GTO’s. That’s right Grandpa...you’ll get smoked!!!

[@TylerVogel]

Sorry other modern car enthusiasts for my extremely long comment reply to bad gto but I am very passionate about classics and feel like we should continue to recognize and take care of them because they are history and are a big part in why we still have cars and continue to keep moving forward and to keep going faster. From the start of the automobile to now there has been and continues to be sooo much innovation. Now I might hate how fucking ugly modern cars are but the technology they have is sooo bad ass and has came a very long way and I completely admire and respect the work that goes into the technical part of today's cars but not there styling. I will never forget the vehicles of yesterday that transport us to now and the vehicles of today that will be yesterday's vehicles. Please never forget the classic vehicles and the passion people have for them whether you are from those same eras or are just 18 years old and not able to get your classic dream car yet.

[@e90dame]

@@TylerVogel they’re ugly

[@royliber3824]

Me: I want a GTO Alex: You want a GTO Me: I still want a GTO

[@grimey5.565]

Best bang-for-the-buck in a car with over 400hp that I ever bought. I dont see my car every 2miles like the Camaro, Charger, Mustang. Next pick G8 or SS.

[@averydahlquist5890]

same bro👍👍

[@g8toss583]

I agree, you dont see those every where. I wanted the last body style Gto but couldn't find a decent priced one. Then they came out with the G8 and i got one of those. Had it 10 years now, with 200k miles on it, it still runs like new. I ended up getting a SS later but still wished i could've gotten a GTO.

[@letsgotomarsman]

Nope 2011-2013 mustang 5.0

[@gsteel98]

@@letsgotomarsman I see that car at least 4 times a day

[@paladain55]

I mean you could say that about the Corvette too, but we all know which one we would rather own. I only say that because of the price similarity between a manual 6.0 vette and a manual 6.0 gto and the gto isn't the best looking.

[@OhMrZack]

I owned a 2004 Torrid Red GTO, pretty much bone stock other than Exhaust, headers & tune and it was a super fun vehicle, picked it up for $8500 with 96k original miles, it did have its typical Pontiac problems, the trunk latch was completely destroyed so access to the trunk was impossible, even pulling the release cable didn’t work lol. Windows rolled down super slow, and the fuel door loved making pools when it rain, but overall it was a great car, I got fantastic gas mileage out of it (believe it or not).. the GTO is a super underrated car - once I got rid of it I knew I fucked up so I used the money from my 04’ and got a 06’ GTO that I just finished working on it, bigger cam & heads, and it’s a straight monster. I will 10/10 recommend getting one if you’re looking for something to kill Mustangs & Camaros without going bankrupt.

[@anthonychavez4936]

Did you have the automatic transmission? And if you did do you think it’s good

[@jjron1085]

@@anthonychavez4936 Get auto if you're old and wanna go slow

[@mr.c5217]

@@jjron1085 I have an Automatic and going 8's

[@Godemes]

@@anthonychavez4936 Any research will show you the 4L60e and 4L65e are made of glass. I know because I went through 6 of them before m6 swapping my GTO.

[@KidLofi]

What MPG were you getting?

[@0megabnning]

Say it with me Monaro (mah_nah_row) Not Morano, that's a nissan

[@Dunwelll]

This comment needs more upvotes

[@Omen84659]

Ok I literally just stopped the video to see if anyone else noticed that he said Holden morano, I'm glad I'm not going crazy. As a proud Australian, it hurts to hear that one of the greatest vehicles ever built by this great nation is being misnamed. Rip Monaro 1968-2006

[@Nunya269]

Thank you my man 🇦🇺

[@MonkeyHarvester]

Straya mate!

[@johnsrandomness]

More people like this comment please cause I’m getting tired of owning a Holden Morano 💀

[@maskarade9320]

Ok pretty good bit to unpack here, I own an 04 LS1 so lemme go over some things. First the 04 came with a 5.7 LS1 (350hp) the 05-06 came with a 6.0 LS2 (400hp) First things to check on the car suspension mainly bushings, if they are still on the stock rubber ones spend some time to change them out to poly's . Next there isn't a stock offering to adjust the rear camber, you'll have to buy an adjuster for the out control arm. Unless you catch a deal, coilovers run around the same price and drop spring and shocks. This car runs extremely high offsets in the rear. making it fairly difficult to find great staggered setup with little body involved You can get away common offsets in the front range from +35-45 on an 8.5 wheel running a 235 tire. In the rear most run a +45 on a 9.5" in. wheel running 265 or 270's with mild fender trimming. There are some outliers that have managed up to a 265 squared tire setup but if you aren't doing any road racing it more trouble than it's worth. Never experienced the fuel line problem mention and I've owned my car since 07 and have put 140K miles on it since then. Also take car of your headlights, they are starting get harder and more expensive to locate and the only aftermarket option are from Spyder. If you plan run dumped or aired out if may be more beneficial to run shorty headers and midpipes vs long tubes. Most longtubes available once installed will up being the lowest point of you car , with shorties they stay tucked up where the factory exhaust was. I'll submit my GTO to the Gallery once I get it detailed.

[@jacobhill5956]

i thought it was weird he kept saying 6.1, my shit has a 6.0 badge lol

[@morimech7976]

Bought mine new in '05. About the headlights. OEM's are over $700 a piece now so I got the Spyders. They look good and the lamps that came with them burnt in little time, what else is wrong with the Spyder lights?

[@TreyHerrera]

Hit him with the truth 🙌🏾

[@JayAR_YT]

Thanks for the info. Currently at 8,000 for the gto fund.

[@deathjunior7755]

Had mine for 6 years, I've parted out more gtos than most people have owned cars. Only thing I would add is to make sure to check the carrier bearing on the driveshaft. Other than that just regular checks like you should be doing on any other car. Mines been a reliable tank of a car really.

[@CarsSimplified]

2005 GTO owner here! Tons of fun to drive once the weak suspension parts are replaced and/or upgraded. The tires are too narrow and there isn't much room to get wider ones without widening the car, too. Body/interior parts are hard to get, chassis parts are okay, and the LS is going to have tons of support so that aspect is at least easy to live with. They definitely have a weird niche carved out, but I like that about it.

[@bigboy20121000]

I feel your pain. I own an SS and body parts and suspension parts are hard to find but I can get engine and drivetrain parts all day

[@mason4683]

Some fixes: 1. The name isnt Morano its Monaro. 2. Not a 6.1L its a 6.0 LS2 for 2005 and 2006. 3. They don't sag because of weight, they sag because of the way they are strapped down in shipping. 4. The only issues with an aging GTO is the ignition will lock up, GM came up with a replacement part that is hardened steel. The oil pickup is also in front of the motor so it can oil starve when doing launches.

[@slimninja6504]

Ya tht was rough to watch

[@PeanutButterz]

What is the replacement part?

[@rahtsnake144]

thank you

[@matthostetler5422]

I still regret selling my 04 6spd. Without a hood scoop it made for a pretty good sleeper. Awesome road trip car, set cruise at 90 and that car would basically idle down the road at almost 30mpg.

[@249sAreHeavy]

No lies about that battery drain and suspension sag. just remember, 6 liters, not 6.1.

[@fpaltenhoff86]

I thought the sagging was because when they brought them here to the states, they strapped them down to the ships too hard which resulted in suspension components going bad early, such as the rear springs sagging?

[@csack7904]

I found out shortly after acquiring an 06 that if you a) have the light switch on auto b) have the car running when you open the door that the bcm will sometimes leave the lights on and never shut them off. Simple fix.... Turn the lights to off as I do 👍

[@249sAreHeavy]

@@fpaltenhoff86 most likely. I never looked into the cause of the sag, just installed some BC coilovers and was done with it.

[@249sAreHeavy]

@@csack7904 he didn't mention "teh clunk" either, though it wasn't all that common of an issue.

[@Randy1290]

Cheap strut mounts makes it sag. I have to replace mine every one to two years as they like to collapse.

[@nzwayne5887]

Great car . Had my 06 for for 10 years , never let me down, no problems, replaced 1 battery, and one set of tires, thats it . Best bang for buck . Puts a smile on my face every time I drive it which isn't much. Hasn't done 60,000 km yet .

[@shaunbrown6774]

Ok so a few things from an owner 1) the sag is from front struts mounts. You need to replace these anyways. Stock struts and shocks are actually pretty good. 2) Fuel line does touch the passenger engine cover. You trim it and that's that. Cover the fuel line with some tape and ur good. 3) the difference between the 04 and 05 to 06 is more than just an engine. It's a change from a gen 3 to gen 4 (or 3.5 depending on how u look at it.) It's a different computer setup and fly by wire as opposed to cable driven. 4) the glove box was originally on the opposite side. You are fine with the stock harness. Just don't yank on it. 5) the tires are cheaper than most. Same size as mustangs and other muscle cars.

[@bort46]

so you want something to fill the void in your life

[@Ghost-rs4up]

I second this

[@juliannunez8430]

what created it?

[@alexrosero7055]

and thats called Jesus😉

[@TheKitt12]

@@alexrosero7055 just bear in mind it will take him 3 days to respawn

[@peeepeeepoopooo7541]

Start living heavy things. I guarantee it'll fill that void

[@tjblando8251]

I was literally looking at these last night 😂😂😂

[@Bungarungagungaboo]

Same

[@alfonsoValle21]

Buy one you won't regret it

[@samueljackson856]

These nuts

[@milo6904]

Big change from an ep3 si lol

[@isabelle.c011]

Do it do it now

[@Sublime-]

No I already have one. And yeah more like a ticket after 24 hours of ownership. Love my GTO. BTW seen your boy at cruise 2.0 this last Saturday in Eau Claire. He had that blue BRZ

[@night7185]

Miss mine

[@MWAclanGaming]

BRZ more like No Power baby

[@TylerVogel]

1966 Pontiac GTO is the best GTO

[@night7185]

@@TylerVogel I disagree.

[@gsteel98]

A few days ago my dumb ass gunned it in front of a cop but I onky got up to 40 before I saw him...vop didn't car or even notice cause I'm driving a v6 camry that's not loud...if I was in a gto I definitely woulfve gotten pulled over cause 40 wouldve been like 60 and he wouldve heard me 🤣🤣

[@Alex-gn6ii]

I've had my 05 GTO for five years now. She's up to 141k miles and after buying a new driveshaft (the rubber in the carrier bearing of the original just got old and fell apart) she's running strong. I still smile every time I start her up and feel that LS shaking my shifter

[@marquisquintana5304]

What kind of driveshaft did you go with ? If you went with a 1 piece do you get vibrations? I’m in the same situation I’m looking at driveshafts as we speak lol

[@Alex-gn6ii]

@@marquisquintana5304 I had a shop make me a two piece shaft. Sorry, can't help with the one piece questions

[@socksonfeet8125]

18 years of ownership here. Here are some tid bits I've had to deal with over the years that you didn't mention. The oem alternator is too weak for the load of the electronics with the sound system cranked up I've gone through 3 alternators, the recommended fix its to use a chevy truck alternator. Will do that when the next one dies. The suspension sag in the rear will make the 2 piece drive shaft sit at an odd angle and it will wear out the center support bearing. The front bumper edges will poke out from the sides if the front bumper is ever removed, you have to drill the inside and make your own bracket to fix/prevent this. Front headlight seal wore out too fast and condensation builds up in headlight. Seats were not sewn with long term use in mind, the stitching comes apart easily. The head liner glue wears out too soon and has to be redone. The door lock tabs break easily. The plastic pieces that cover up the seats can break easily. The Speaker mesh on the doors breaks easily. The motors inside the mirrors died too soon, i never bothered to replace those. The under hood liner sags and will melt onto your strut tower bar, I painted my bar twice then figured out why it kept getting discolored lol. Power steering hose clamps are weak and leak eventually. need to replace those. Lots of tiny details but the motor has been SOLID. Would not recommend paying full price like I did, but it has lasted me almost 20 years now and has been worth it to me as far as cost to longevity. But buying one used somewhere under $15k would be perfect.

[@trashbandit2449]

If you lower a GTO, that would also cause excess wear on the driveshaft as well?

[@socksonfeet8125]

@@trashbandit2449 Lowering it might actually fix the angle a little bit. But the wear isn't on the driveshaft itself, the wear is on the center support bearing rubber and the rubber flex disc.

[@trashbandit2449]

@@socksonfeet8125 that's what I meant. That's most likely why everyone goes to a one piece? Kind of an annoying flaw to have

[@WoodjoGaming]

Everyone hates on them. I love them. Very much.

[@IamRoBohhhjkl]

Everyone loves them here in Australia

[@carguy6636]

@@IamRoBohhhjkl absolutely love mine. Best built GM car!

[@GoldenGrenadier]

I was torn between this and a firebird and I ultimately chose the firebird due to the superior weight distribution. Still love the GTO though.

[@carguy6636]

@@GoldenGrenadier I traded a 2001 WS6 in on my gto. It was an automatic. Good running car. Still miss it. But the gto was my dream car. Both fantastic bargins!

[@MyAb111]

@@GoldenGrenadier I've owned both. Had an ls1 Trans Am and I have a ls2 GTO now. Both great cars. *Trans am* -more planted feel - better cornering -more curb appeal - low slung sports car feel -more customizable exterior *GTO* -more power -comfy back seat -less attention from cops -nicer/newer interior feel -easier to work on.

[@TheMstaquiroz]

Got the 04 GTO back in 2010 as my first car with only 33k miles on it. Other than blowing tires and dead batteries it has run like a champ the entire time. I am still driving it to work as my daily and it now has 131K miles on it. It's still great to feel all the power since day one.

[@Longshlongjon22]

Is it a fun car to drive ? I drive a Mazda s6 2004 and I’m looking at this beauty 400hp for less then 13k? A steal

[@JoshJamesification]

Normal people drive double that mileage in a decade at least

[@KieranPBoyle]

Can you do one on the Pontiac G8 or Chevy SS

[@chevenjones940]

Coming from a G8 owner I would love to see this. 🤷🏻‍♂️🥇

[@Finduh]

@@chevenjones940 agreed

[@Hondacbr600rrish]

Thats a huge no! Lol 😆

[@MrQreed]

As a Chevy ss owner I would love to see that

[@milo6904]

Aka the same car in different shapes

[@kdillo9942]

I bought a 2004 GTO in November and I am in love with it. Highly recommend picking one up if you want a quick, fun, bald eagle-powered car. They really aren’t as troublesome as everyone makes them out to be and other owners can confirm this. The 04 has an “LS1” but it’s an LS6 block and intake with an LS1 cam and heads. And the 05-06 has a 6.0 LS2, not whatever 6.1 this guy is talking about. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@sethmoyer130]

Next video "so you want a razor scooter"

[@myster__e]

These are the Need for Speed Carbon/Most Wanted - Heat level 3 specials

[@spideybuildscars]

I uses to be so confused when Carbon would call the GTO the Holden Monaro lol

[@brysonkuhn3290]

I know this is a pontiac but R.I.P. Holden

[@alfonz0010]

?? Same thing

[@brysonkuhn3290]

@@alfonz0010 exactly. But with different badging

[@soulassassin0g]

R.I.P Pontiac too, they died first.

[@JimCyanide]

Why is GM allergic to keeping cool shit around

[@One21P]

Also Holden factory died too.

[@gio2clean333]

The gto is such a clean car

[@nickesquibel6178]

I always notice a GTO. This guy at the local college branch had a nice orange one

[@AscenderPrime]

I've had two of these cars. 04 & 06, what an era!

[@ahmadmorrow2749]

OMFG ITS HAPPENING annnnnnnnddddd you can barely find one of these for a decent price 😭😭😭

[@sbeast1216]

I've definitely been looking for one

[@ahmadmorrow2749]

sbeast1216 Same man, ion care that much about the trans cause imma daily it. I wanna drive it sooooo bad

[@sbeast1216]

@@ahmadmorrow2749 I'm considering just swapping an auto to a manual because I can only find autos

[@ahmadmorrow2749]

sbeast1216 Why not get the auto tuned? Could be cheaper?

[@sbeast1216]

@@ahmadmorrow2749 the stock auto is only a 4speed I believe. That's ancient in terms of transmissions

[@eightfold189]

As a guy that was like 17 when the GTO first came back and as a 32yr old thats owned a 6.0 GTO for the past 8 years i can say, this car was always one of my top 5 dream cars. I own it, I love it. It is by no eans the "perfect" vehicle. It isnt the most powerful, its not the BEST handling car, its heavy, BUT it is still amazing. I love this car, from factory youre still getting an amazing car, its got the power, its got the "proper" handling, its got space for a family car while remaining a coupe. It being LS based means easy power mods, all in all its a great car period.

[@z-trip5457]

Day 15 of asking FI for a "So you want a Geo Metro" video.

[@jonathanvieira4295]

Day 1 of asking FI for "so you want a prius.

[@eastern_european1968]

why does it look like suzuki swift 1 ? im european, never heard about GEO

[@spideybuildscars]

My auto teacher always used to joke that his geo metro was so fast it wasnt street legal, would then shit talk my honda😂😂

[@Finallybianca]

IAsqitI its based on the swift. Geo was GM’s rebadge job to meet emission laws. I had a 1992 metro with the cultus awd and built a 2.0!turbo stoker from a 1.8 suzuki block

[@z-trip5457]

@BIRTHDAYFACE046 That's why I'm determined, glad you like my idea :)

[@bassamalghamdi7638]

On Saudi Arabia it’s called a Chevy Lumina SS and it’s one of the most popular cars on Saudi Arabia for drag races and even drifting

[@KungPowHau]

Used to have an 04 GTO with the license plate GOATSE, it was a prized possession of mine.

[@barfo281]

This GTO was only planned as a 3-year run, since the Holden Monaro (not "Morano" as this "expert" repeatedly calls it) was ending production in Australia at the same time as the end of the import agreement. It also wasn't really that dated in looks in 2004-2006, considering it was pretty similar in appearance to the current-at-the-time Mercedes Benz CLK55 AMG and not terribly different from the BMW M3 that were available at the time the GTO came back to the US. Even the 2007 Audi A5 had a similar "jellybean" shape. Even the BMW M6 from 2005-2011 had the same basic shape as this GTO. But I guess it's not to be criticized if BMW does it. If this car had logo from Mercedes, BMW, Honda, Acura, Toyota, Audi, etc. instead of a Pontiac arrowhead, it wouldn't have been complained about as much. The saggy suspension issue was caused from the cars being strapped down too tightly on ships during transport from Australia, which crushed the suspension bushings and strut mounts on most of them. Also, it was a 6.0 liter from 2005-2006, never advertised or claimed to be 6.1.

[@MidnightSmoke]

I love my 04 GTO. One down side is everyone who knows what it is wants to race you and when you decline they do the ricer fly by. One upside is that the insurance is cheaper than a V6 Mustang or V6 Camero.

[@MidnightClubStillCancelledSoz]

R.I.P. Pontiac

[@trashbandit2449]

5:58 "Made it a 6.1L" Didn't they make it an LS2 (6.0L) in 2005 and 2006?

[@FitmentIndustries]

Yup! Our mistake!

[@trashbandit2449]

@@FitmentIndustries OK was just checking in. Great video as always :)

[@tmo2798]

@@FitmentIndustries Get it str8!

[@crw3673]

I'm the only one that thought him referring to the 6.0 as a 6.1 annoying? The GTO was born from Pontiac putting a 389ci engine in the midsize tempest. GM had a ban on engine 400ci and larger going into anything smaller than a full size car or truck. Pontiac initially wanted GTO judge to directly compete against the Plymouth roadrunner, which was a bare bones bargain muscle car. But by the higher ups getting involved, the car was optioned out with luxury items. Making it the most expensive GTO! The only real information I got from this video was grand tempest option and even that I'm questioning.

[@crw3673]

I felt exactly the same way. 6.1 was dodge and grand tempest option I'm not sure of?

[@TheBeardedWonder45]

I have an 04 5.7 swapped to 6.0 with 6 speed trans. Mild mods. Etc. I LOVE my car and yes the battery thing is a thing as he stated. Wheel fitment sucks. Extremely limited on options because it's such tight quarters both front and rear. I have yet to see wider than 275 on the rear and 255 on the front. Gas tank is in the trunk so you cant tub it. And the front its tight fitment as well with minimal room to go wider than 8.5 and maybe a 255 tire as it will rub the strut. That's my BIGGEST complaint. There is maybe 20 wheel options for this car. You have to roll or cut the rear fenders for bigger than stock with a decent size tire. If you plan to lower it. As well as, you have to roll the fronts for the same reason.

[@alex_thecarguy]

I decided I wanted a V8 sports car and after driving a few C5s I was hooked, but I wanted to drive something with a T56 since the others were all auto, just to make sure if I really wanted to spend the extra cash on a manual Corvette. The only thing in my area with a T56 was an 05 GTO. I drove it, and slowly realized it was even better than a C5 for my needs. Found one with 88k, paid 12,500 and drove it 9 hours home and it's been my daily since. Yes they have issues and can be annoying to work on since so much stuff is just crammed in there but once you get on the highway and sit between 70 and 85mph the car becomes a solid 10/10, and the power band of the 6.0 LS2 is glorious. Love my GTO

[@ron.carguy2756]

How’s the 90° weather in Wisconsin for you

[@FitmentIndustries]

Glorious

[@anthonyfanella6523]

I took a shot and bought my 06 PBM A4 used at 34K miles for 15K a year and a half ago. Since then it has been an absolute money pit (rear dif rebuilt, new radiator, suspension replaced among other things) but it is honestly one of the most fun cars to drive. They're pretty rare amongst all the camaros, vettes, stangs and mopars on the road and it really turns heads when your out driving. Its no slouch stock either.

[@JEJLACH]

The LS2 is a 6.0 not a 6.1

[@FPSacramento]

Be nice..

[@kinggoatphotography7195]

I was hesitantly watching and then that comment was made. He lost me completely lol

[@comedianfiftysix3775]

I got an 04. It had 11K on it. It's now past 207K. Standard shift. I call it The Silver Bullet. I love my car.

[@night7185]

I had a black 04 with 700hp

[@professorjack2099]

It is one of the most beautiful cars I've ever set my eyes one besides the Supra and 3000GT. Owning a 2006 GTO is definitely something I NEED to do before I die in this life.

[@bryce1728]

Holden made it Pontiac stole the entire car but slapped there badge in it

[@ExtinctLS1GTO]

I have a 2004 GTO.. I've LS2 swapped it with a good sized cam, 3200 stall, built transmission, brand new rear end..and just did polyurethane bushings all over the suspension and getting it tuned this week..it's been a damn good car and I absolutely love it!

[@mytimemachine9029]

I’ve had two still have the 2nd one, and I love the way it looks! There I said it I Love the way they look!!!

[@49breal]

I bought mine new in 04 and still have it. Love the car so much! Gonna be making it into road track car hopefully in the next year or so. SLP loudmouth exhaust with long tubes sound ridiculous btw. One piece driveshaft is a must too. People at traffic lights always ask what the hell is that thing. Keeping it forever

[@johnsrandomness]

I have a 5.7l as my first car it’s a blessing and a great daily driver, I plan to throw wheels, suspension, and the 05-06 Exhaust on it then go from there to an LSA Supercharger or maybe Procharger

[@johnbaumgarten7246]

Just acquired an 06 GTO with 51k miles on it. Put Magna flow mufflers on and K&N air filter. The exhaust note is music to my ears. Lots of torque, just what I needed in my old age to bring a smile to my face. Far cheaper then a WOMAN to play with, no games just consistent performance.

[@FitmentIndustries]

As long as you’re having fun. 🤘🏾 those things are rowdy when done up right! -Edgar

[@Farrell488]

One of my neighbors had one, slapped a SLP loudmouth exhaust on it, beautiful. He got told a lot that it sounded like a Ferrari lol

[@TaterBeardDude]

Funny that I had a Callaway supercharged Corvette C6 first, but I’ve got a 2005 that I am sadly going to be selling to work on a new build, and it’s a terrifying blast to drive. It’s rocking the LSX 408 Stroker build with a Procharger D1SC, putting down a conservative 670 RWHP AND 710 RWTQ. It’s built from head to toe to handle all of the power and then some, only downside is how much it costs to get to that point. Including the cost of the car, it’s at nearly $100,000 invested!

[@hybred757]

Love these cars! I own an 04’...the LS1 really isn’t bad. It did what it was supposed to do. But for me it wasn’t enough. So...the great thing about these cars is that they have many interchangeable parts with other GM vehicles. Took a 6.0 LQ4 block (Vortec motor from Chevy 2500 truck), bored it out 4.040”, dropped a 4” crank in it, and built up the top end, I was able to make a 410ci stroker motor...FUN😬 I was still able to use certain pieces from the LS1 to bolt into the new motor. Plus I didn’t have to change my wiring harness. The 04’s have an EV1 harness for the fuel injectors and the knock sensors still remain in the Vally (top of motor). The 05-06 have the knock sensors on the side of motor and the fuel injectors are EV6 plugs. This vehicle has tons of potential for many different set ups. 🏁 Burnout competition, drag racing, auto cross, drifting...or if you just want it for your daily or weekend driver. All are great options to have! Can’t go wrong with any of the above...and then there is me...🤫the one thing I’m working on...rally racing / off road 🤭 😬 so many possibilities to what ever you can imagine...

[@trillrifaxegrindor4411]

look into adding a trailblazer diff and go awd,it would be a bitch to do but would be cool as fuck

[@Mcali1984]

So many comments about people owning, and then regretting selling their GTO. Then planning or got another and usually an 06. Lol. Am I right!😂😂

[@hondafan20111]

Just a heads up it's a 6.0 not a 6.1

[@Killertomato84]

True story: I worked at a pontiac/buick/gmc dealership when the 6.0 came out. I was a shop helper, and one of the techs asked me to take a GTO out and "knock the rust off the brakes" for him. I did this as directed, and finished with a quick rip onto and off of the interstate. When i got back to the shop, the shop foreman walked up to me and said "Chris (the dealership owner) says you're not allowed to drive the GTO's anymore." Apparently a friend of the owner saw me ripping 120 on the interstate with dealership stickers still on the car and called me in. RIP (i still want one of these)

[@mr.c5217]

The Interior is AMAZING 😍

[@richochett404]

These are the cars you keep forever. GM made a big mistake when it shut pontiac down. I will keep my 65 , if I can get one of these I will keep it too.

[@jordanc6483]

funny yall posted this, ive seen 4 of these in my small town the last few days

[@alexanderdavis9822]

As someone that owned (and sold) every modern “muscle car” (2012 Camaro SS, 2015 mustang GT, 2018 charger scatpack) I still miss my 06 GTO Manuel more then anything I’ve owned for some reason.

[@TheSoulreper10]

SO YOU WANT A COBALT SS ASAP, A underrated 4cyl

[@felixeur1276]

MW starter car

[@1k_vonte]

No it's a 4.1 cylinder

[@jonathanvillalba3214]

Found one for $4k but it was too ricey for me (the way the owner modified it)

[@davidshekhter5284]

I owned one in 2007 right off the showroom floor. Red ls2 motor which eventually got a corsa exhaust, black deep-dish honeycomb rims, lowering springs, sct tune, intake, and cut behind the wheel well to fit wider tires on the rear. An old acquaintance wrecked it and I've missed the car ever since. It's really fun to drive, Everyone tries to race you, and the looks really make it a sleeper car. Some say it looks like a stretched Cavalier. I wouldn't mind owning one again but for now, with two little kids, I need a 4 door but I give credit to anyone that buys one today. If you Take care of the car and drive it properly, it will put a smile on your face everytime you floor the throttle.

[@JB54379]

I don't think the 2004-2006 GTO's look dated even today. I think they look amazing. A killer sports coupe with killer power! The issues you talk about are pretty much few and far between also. They have issues but not nearly as bad as you talk. The only thing is they were not mass produced so you do not see them everywhere. Most that do see one, notices it, pretty much immediately. They stand out in a crowd of current cars very easily and they still turn heads.

[@XSilverREAPeRX]

I love my 04 GTO. Trimmed the plastic on the engine cover that was rubbing the fuel line had a small gash but didn’t go all the way through and wrapped it with electric tape to reduce rubbing. 👍🏼 I have not done the wiring harness behind the glove box haven’t had much issues. Battery drain is real caused by the security system on the car but if you drive it like your supposed to it’s not a problem. Gas mileage isn’t the best but I can get 300 miles on a full tank if I don’t lead foot it often 😉😂. There is a glitch in the coolant temp gauge which only happened to me 2 times since owning it which tells you high coolant temp like it’s overheating and then goes back to normal but I always check just to be sure. Paint does sun fade easily. Front suspension known to fail so I replaced the whole front suspension. Haven’t done the rear just yet but I have the parts, BC Coilovers FTW! There is no lock/unlock button but I’m pretty sure the 05-06 got one installed. Steering controls only illuminated on the 06 model. Also the 05-06 models had the 6.0L engine not the 6.1 that Alex sounds like he is saying lol. Other than that everything on this car is cake to work on.....also replacing the rear deck speakers is quite a chore, you have to take out the back seat, and both side panels with the pillars. Currently has 86,560 miles.

[@yoisthatahonda8410]

Ah yes here I am yet again watching vids of cars I can't afford 😂

[@Sublime-]

You can find decent 04s for around 5k

[@parkerschmidt8554]

Got my 06 for $7,500

[@josephvincent7912]

Got my 2005 six speed with 90,000 miles and a Magnuson supercharger with headers for $10,000. They are very affordable fun cars!

[@nateynate1235]

GTO is for hoons. Corvette is for the middle-class dude with a midlife crisis. Source: owned a 2004 GTO and am currently building a 2017 procharged Chevy SS.

[@mrzoov3661]

You should do “so you want a kit car”

[@ruskibruski]

The only problem with that suggestion is that nobody wants a kit car because people don’t want to be sad phonys

[@DavidThomas005]

I was given the opportunity to purchase my uncle’s Pontiac GTO with a brand new engine in it. I’ve been working as much as possible making money and getting my current grocery getter to selling condition. Genuinely the most excited I’ve been for any purchase I’ve saved for in my whole young 19 years of life.

[@DatMaddahFaka]

I'd still roll with a goat, I like the GTOs from the early 60's mostly but I'd take a 2k version without too much question. And if you're jumping into my comment "Aloha" 🤙

[@davemarzluf8456]

I love the 66 GTO

[@reygunner1644]

My '06 still runs great. Put a Pedder's suspension on it (Pedder's is out of business now.) Suspension upgrade is a must. That engine loves MODS. You can do anything to it. CAMS, headers, Intake, blower....anything!

[@tomsiller7771]

how about a so you want a pontiac g8?

[@binzaeem]

It would be awesome 😍😍

[@RYNUS-vc9cw]

Ve Commodore lets go

[@kevinkev1530]

Love g8

[@blackbloodwolf]

Natural progression

[@tmo2798]

It's the same car with 2 more doors.

[@kscoupes3893]

Got mine in 8/19 love it! Can't wait to mod! My dad is proud. 2006 cyclone 🐐 My friends parents "know it's Kayla if it's muscle" lol.

[@noobierice7274]

Gtos are also known as "goats" also 😉

[@sirfrancisbacon4344]

Also they are also?

[@dirtyj90]

Also known as also goats are also goats

[@Jcastro9444]

I had a 2006 auto 4 speed 6.0 gto. The car has a clean almost bmw like timeless look,full leather interior and you could fit adults in the back seats much like a challenger just lighter and much better aerodynamics. The 6.0 sounded amazing, loved that car only thing that keeps me away from buying another is that cosmetic and interior parts cost an arm to buy but gotta be able to find the part first. Australia knows how to make a car.

[@idiotindustries3334]

So you want a Cadillac Cts/ats v (p.s. I love how your doing more domestic cars)

[@chiefpontiac1800]

I have owned a 67, 68, 69, and I also now own an 06 M6 that I bought new. It is not stock and currently has 41K on it. It is built for triple digit speeds and is a blast to drive. As always, more speed parts are in the future.

[@cairotimothy3215]

Sooo basically an alternative title for this is (my aus/nz peeps know) so you want to own a Holden Monaro Love your vid dude ❤️

[@themoviehobbit355]

As an Australian. I own myself 1 of 1600 limited edition Monaros These are beautiful cars! Will never get over her

[@JB54379]

It really does not look dated even today IMO. Everywhere I stop I get people walking up asking what it is and how great it looks!!

[@michaelmoline7058]

Especially with wheels/coilovers/no spoiler, sadly I haven't driven mine in like 4 years 😭

[@richiegibby78]

I have a 06 GTO and a 08 C6. Both cam and full exhaust. Best of both worlds...

[@myfishisnice19]

I've literally be saying that I want one of these, but I didn't know they lit themselves on fire...

[@jaredtami6738]

Don't fret, fuel line takes literally 5 minutes to swap or you could just keep the covers off the car

[@Sublime-]

@@jaredtami6738 yeah looks better without the covers anyway big beautiful LS.

[@Gtonogoslow]

I love my 05’ gto, it’s been the most reliable car in the family and is super fun to drive, also sounds really good! I haven’t had too much issues with sagging or any with wiring stuff. Windows are not the same speed and the locking mechanism is set to do the security lock so it’s super loud. Battery drain is a somewhat issue however, as long as I can jump it on those days it’s not a problem. All in all a beautiful reliable fun car!

[@markb1935]

It's pronounced "Mon Naa Row" bud... Love For Australia

[@jamestoby2552]

I own a 2004 Monaro, so basically a 2004 GTO and have since new. It's been a fantastic car and basically faultless. I haven't experienced any of the issues in this video. I read many "common" GTO problems on US forums that didn't happen over here with the same cars that went down the production line together. I will never understand the dislike of the appearance of the Monaro cars from US punters, the Monaro is a fantastic looking car in my book. It's a smooth looking, more euro style, GT car that has aged very well. Probably too understated for US tastes and clearly the GTO didn't have enough stuff on it for it's market but the Monaro was sold as is in other countries and considered a lovely looking car. I think the problem in the US was that they expect any car like this to look a certain way, rather than judging the car on merit.

[@drm9979]

exactly, the clean sleek lines of the GTO are beautiful. it is classically euro-styled so ironically it now still looks like it is a new car. I get that from people who do not know cars but are admiring it.

[@styckthescribe]

Who actually gave him the facts for this video, I’ve never cringed so hard 😂

[@sunrah4469]

I drove onr off the lot brand new in 2005. I loved that car. LS2 BLACK w/ red leather interior. I drove it for 9 years. It saved my life one rainy morning when i got T boned by a school bus on the drivers side. R.I.P MISS NINA 🙏.

[@PARSA-POWER]

Riders on the Storm

[@jakeh7552]

Ive had my 05 for 3 years. Built N/A 6.0 6-spd and I daily it. It is insanely comfortable, stupid fun to drive, and oddly reliable. Just be ready to struggle for aftermarket support. Other than that it's been everything I expected and more.

[@jesserodriguez7526]

I’ve only seen divorced dads drive modern gtos

[@zachnorman3540]

My best friend (21) has had two an 06 and a 04

[@jnieto490]

You haven't been to a sideshow in the bay then 😁

[@jesserodriguez7526]

Zach Norman thought you where going to say 2 divorces

[@QkSilver04GTO]

That's funny... did you ask every guy owner if they were a divorced dad?

[@Zero-zh4uj]

Thank you for the videos. They are always educational and fun to watch. You guys keep them entertaining! I really needed this video today with seeing all the negativity lately on social media. Thanks for this positivity!

[@ebrake.5889]

So you want a q60/q50

[@shawnglassee7187]

FINALLY!!!! THANK YOU!!!! I have a 06 GTO m6 Quicksilver Metallic I bought from a friend in 2015. I've learned alot from other owners about these cars, let's just say he not getting in back!

[@michelangelo3286]

Dude I saw you in your gray Ferrari in Kaukana last Sunday! I yelled out. Yo that's Alex from fitment industries!

[@nit0134]

Oh wow I just started binging your videos since I was looking to buy a Focus ST today and you upload this. A GTO is one of my favorite cars I hope to own someday lol

[@dylanrobichaud5095]

One day I gotta get me one these to go along with my G8.

[@quirxzyy4317]

NO WAY IM WATCHING THIS VIDEO AFTER IT WAS POSTED EXACTLY 2 YEARS AGO

[@maxxu2701]

So You Want A Honda Accord is gonna be next, bet.

[@immilk7948]

My pops has a 70 GTO and its been in the shop for 4 years now getting complety restored. I'm convinced he doesn't even have one anymore.

[@milo6904]

Just get a c5 corvette

[@TheZero1er]

Had an '05 GTO. 1st car I payed off, always brought a smile when I drove it, and liked the random compliments I got while driving it. Sold it this year to a loving home and now drive a Pontiac G8

[@janjanoca]

Now after 1 year + of owning the G8, which one is better, the GTO or G8?

[@TheZero1er]

@@janjanoca The G8, Though the GTO wasn't bad either. Switched due to needing a bigger trunk and more passenger room.

[@janjanoca]

@@TheZero1er How about the speed and fun to drive? How's the reliability?

[@TheZero1er]

@@janjanoca I drive the GT model and it hauls, around 360hp. Handling is quite good for being a big sedan. Reliability is decent for an old car. The L76 motor does have it's quirks due to the Active fuel management which may or may not cause major issues depending on who you talk to.