In this day and age, it is hard to believe there is a car you would want your friends to see you in for less than $30,000. The Pontiac Solstice is a beautifully designed, road-gripping sport convertible for thousands of dollars less than the competitors.
A Solstice is described as a defining moment. From its first showing in 2002 as a concept at the Detroit Auto Show, the Solstice from Pontiac has become an exciting defining moment for the Pontiac family. A quick look at any Pontiac Solstice photos will show you a wide stance, tough looks and a get-out-of-my-way attitude.
As the year winds down, the last of the 2006 Pontiac Solstices are finding their homes and the 2007 Pontiac Solstice (carried over from the 2006 model) emerges onto the scene. It provides great handling and performance and gives the other guys a warning not to under estimate what this little package brings to the asphalt.
At just around $22,000 the 2007 Pontiac Solstice tucks a 2.4 Liter Ecotec engine under its sleek lines. A sleeper waiting quietly under the hood at lower speeds but as the accelerator sinks you dare not blink or you’re left wondering how many cars you actually just blew right by. Four valves per cylinder allow plenty of breathing room for the 177 hp power plant. The lower prices definitely don’t compromise its quality performance at all. The Ecotec is married to an Aisin® 5 Five speed manual transmission (An optional 5-Speed Automatic transmission is also offered). With effortless precision even the novice driver can maneuver like the best of them. Four wheel independent suspension and four-wheel diagonally ventilated disc brakes coupled with 18-inch aluminum wheels provide a good solid feel as the car tears through twists and turns pouncing on the road like an agile cheetah. The Solstice is completed with anti-theft PASS-Key Plus, AM/FM CD player, and Single port stainless steel exhaust. All of these are standard on the base-level Pontiac Solstice roadster.
There are also plenty of other Pontiac Solstice accessories available. A convenience package adds Cruise Control, Driver Information Center (DIC), Fog Lamps and steering wheel controls for Cruise and DIC while the Preferred Package boasts Power Windows and Doors, Keyless Entry and power-adjustable outside body-color mirrors. In addition, one can find a 6-disc Digital Audio System (with speed-sensitive volume and iPod/MP3 player port), Air Conditioning, floor mats, GM’s OnStar security, an upgraded headliner for better acoustics, a rear spoiler (to add that extra oomph!), polished/chromed aluminum wheels and even metal pedals are available to the Solstice as well.
Although the Solstice from Pontiac has great presentation, some still prefer more of a growl. In order to give their beast a bit more bite, a few Pontiac Solstice performance parts have been added to a beefier car and will be sold as the 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP. The GXP adds a 2.0 L Turbocharged direct injection I-4. With 260 HP at 5600 rpm, GM vows it to be the highest output Ecotec in their inventory. Sport-tuned suspension, StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control, limited-slip differential, dual port stainless steel exhaust, and even a tire repair kit will come standard with the GXP priced at just under $27,000.
Pontiac Solstice pictures are just small glimpses of what this beautiful car has to offer. Just take a long look at the style and power of this little firecracker. You’ll know it is better experienced and feel the draw to get behind the wheel.
Whether you want a drop-top with money leftover for a picnic lunch or a road-prowling tigress, the 2007 Solstice from Pontiac offers a car that promises an addicting grin-inducing drive on the wild side.