Get the Best Priced Pontiac G6 Parts

The name "G6" was applied to a mid-sized Pontiac that was produced for six years between 2004 and 2010. During that time, it was a favorite among consumers, offering options such as remote starting, a retractable convertible hardtop and a snappy V6 motor. Although the vehicle is no longer produced, General Motors is committed to the continuation of Pontiac G6 OEM parts - ensuring that components will continue to be available for those who choose a used vehicle of this type.

Intended to be a replacement for the Grand Am, the Pontiac G6 was built on the GM Epsilon platform, used for other mid-sized front-wheel drive models that include the Chevrolet Malibu and the Saab 9-3. Standard features included air conditioning, power accessories and a CD audio system. Available options consisted of amenities such as a deluxe stereo system and automatic climate control. Before the GM bankruptcy in 2009, there were three different engines available. The base model was powered by a 2.4 liter, 164 horsepower four-banger. The next higher model had a 3.5 liter, 219 horsepower V6, while the top trim (GXP) got a 3.6 liter, 252 horsepower V6. The four-cylinder base model had a six-speed automatic transmission that gave the vehicle a stellar mileage rating of 33 miles per gallon. The convertible model was equipped with a larger 3.9 liter V6, but it didn't offer much more power than the 3.6 liter engine - yet the fuel consumption was significantly greater.

Inside, the G6 offered a great deal of room for its occupants. Unfortunately, while the interior was attractive on some levels, it incorporated a great deal in the way of cheap plastic components. When it came to safety, the Pontiac G6 got generally good ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for frontal offset crashes, but scored lower in side impact tests - despite the addition of side airbags. Much of this was due to the structure of the vehicle, which wasn't quite up to the standards of its rivals.

Overall, consumers have been quite pleased with the Pontiac G6, giving it an average of four stars for reliability and performance. The price of a used Pontiac G6 ranges from $2600 to $10,000, depending on the vehicle's age, mileage and condition. The most serious complaint is about the power steering, which develops some problems on 2005 and 2006 models once the odometer reaches about 72,000. Less commonly, consumers report problems with the interior accessories and the engine. The most frequency complaint is that the engine turns over but fails to start. This can result from any number of causes. A Pontiac G6 parts catalog can give one some ideas of where to start when diagnosing the problem. Once this is determined, the best places to find discount Pontiac G6 parts for sale are online suppliers such as PartsGeek.com, which do not have much of the overhead that brick and mortar stores might.