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12-19-2005, 06:24 PM
We heard rumors about it. We saw articles claiming it was coming. Well, AutoWeek
now says its here with a full article complete photos and test drive descriptions.
http://www.cobaltss.com/gallery/data/500/431219solstic8_back.jpg
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2006 Mallett Pontiac Solstice V8
On sale: Now
Base price: $37,995 (including $19,995 for the Solstice)
Powertrain: 6.0-liter, 400-hp, 395-lb-ft V8; rwd, five-speed manual
Curb weight: 3010 lbs
0 to 60 mph: 4.2 seconds (mfr.)
Website: mallettcars.com
The readout on the dashboard might have indicated 32 degrees F, but the wind tearing at our faces felt colder. Much colder. So when the radio guy announced a wind chill factor of just 10 degrees, we had no reason to doubt him.
Not exactly what one might consider ideal convertible weather, but the Mallett Solstice V8 isn’t your everyday convertible, and a little arctic air wasn’t going to keep us from at least getting a taste of the shiny black two-seater. Besides, snug within the confines of its cabin and with the heat cranked full tilt, it felt nearly 32. Nearly.
http://www.cobaltss.com/gallery/data/500/431219solstic4_int.jpg
The car’s last name tells the story, obviously, but only part of it. The V8 squeezed under the hood of this other-wise benign-looking Solstice is none other than the mighty LS2 sourced from the Chevrolet Corvette. And with almost 500 pounds less heft curbside than the bow-tied beast, the LS2’s 400 horses and 395 lb-ft of torque make for one monstrously fast little roadster.
http://www.cobaltss.com/gallery/data/500/431219solstic5_eng.jpg
Full Story (http://www.autoweek.com/article.cms?articleId=103737)
now says its here with a full article complete photos and test drive descriptions.
http://www.cobaltss.com/gallery/data/500/431219solstic8_back.jpg
http://www.cobaltss.com/gallery/data/500/431219solstic3_wheel.jpg
http://www.cobaltss.com/gallery/data/500/431219solstic6_movin.jpg
2006 Mallett Pontiac Solstice V8
On sale: Now
Base price: $37,995 (including $19,995 for the Solstice)
Powertrain: 6.0-liter, 400-hp, 395-lb-ft V8; rwd, five-speed manual
Curb weight: 3010 lbs
0 to 60 mph: 4.2 seconds (mfr.)
Website: mallettcars.com
The readout on the dashboard might have indicated 32 degrees F, but the wind tearing at our faces felt colder. Much colder. So when the radio guy announced a wind chill factor of just 10 degrees, we had no reason to doubt him.
Not exactly what one might consider ideal convertible weather, but the Mallett Solstice V8 isn’t your everyday convertible, and a little arctic air wasn’t going to keep us from at least getting a taste of the shiny black two-seater. Besides, snug within the confines of its cabin and with the heat cranked full tilt, it felt nearly 32. Nearly.
http://www.cobaltss.com/gallery/data/500/431219solstic4_int.jpg
The car’s last name tells the story, obviously, but only part of it. The V8 squeezed under the hood of this other-wise benign-looking Solstice is none other than the mighty LS2 sourced from the Chevrolet Corvette. And with almost 500 pounds less heft curbside than the bow-tied beast, the LS2’s 400 horses and 395 lb-ft of torque make for one monstrously fast little roadster.
http://www.cobaltss.com/gallery/data/500/431219solstic5_eng.jpg
Full Story (http://www.autoweek.com/article.cms?articleId=103737)