Pontiac G8 GT Firehawk by SLP

By Thami Masemola
February 24, 2009 7:27 PM
Filed Under: American, Pontiac, Tuners

SLP Performance Parts is literally breathing new life into the rather dying Pontiac brand. SLP has strapped a supercharger into the Pontiac G8 GT, changed a few parts and called it a G8 GT Firehawk. The Firehawk name has a strong following with Firebird enthusiasts.

Taking the standard G8 GT V8 engine SLP added a supercharger, stainless steel exhaust system and a cold air induction system. All in all the package returns a power figure of 500hp (373kW). The wheels are 19-inch alloys which are painted in gun metal grey with P245/40R19 Potenza tyres wrapped around them. They run on a sports suspension system.

There is no mistaking this car for something other than a Firehawk modification. It comes fitted with a black SLP rear spoiler, Firehawk badges, faux leather portfolio, floor mats and Firehawk embroidered headrests.

All this is available to the keen Pontiac G8 GT supporter with an extra US$18,995 on top of the G8 price. A stronger brake kit will add US$4,995 to that price.

Source: gminsidenews.com via autoblog.com

Press Release (Click to expand)

Firehawk, arguably one of the most legendary names in the history of Pontiac Muscle Cars is again united with a vehicle worthy of that unique badge: the 2009 G8-GT based Firehawk. Produced and available at SLP Performance Parts, Inc. (SLP), and select Pontiac dealerships nationwide, Firehawk offers the all-around powertrain performance, superior handling and braking, with headturning styling and value, true to its distinctive nameplate.

Following in the footsteps of SLP's famed Firebird Firehawk is a daunting challenge. But one test drive will convince skeptics that the 2009 Supercharged Firehawk has recaptured and refined the special magic of the first generation Firehawk.

Available only on the 2009 G8 GT in any factory color, the Supercharged Firehawk's performance and curb appeal are enhanced by a positive displacement supercharger, using the same technology as the supercharger GM supplies on the new ZR-1 Corvette, and highlighted by an aggressively styled flat-black painted hood treatment, reminiscent of early Muscle Cars.

To compliment Firehawk's front-end appearance, the rear deck lid spoiler benefits from subtle but effective styling revisions, including a flat black paint finish. Helping transfer Firehawk's power-to-thepavement are Bridestone's P245/40R19 Potenza RE050A Pole Position tires* and the lightweight Firehawk 19"x8" 5-spoke alloy wheels.

Firehawk Standard Content Includes:

• SLP TVS 1900 500 HP Series Supercharger Package
• SLP PowerFlo® Stainless Steel Exhaust System
• SLP Blackwing® Cold Air Induction System
• SLP Sport Suspension Package
• Flat Black Painted Hood and Grille Surrounds
• Painted Lower Fascia Grille Inserts (Body Color)
• SLP Rear Spoiler Painted Flat Black
• Firehawk 19” 5-spoke, Gun Metal Painted Alloy Wheels w/Machined Spoke Face and Firehawk Logo Center Caps
• Firehawk Badges
• Firehawk Car Cover
• Firehawk Leather (faux) Portfolio
• Firehawk Birth Certificate
• Firehawk Numbered Dash Plaque and Key Fobs (2)
• Firehawk Floor Mats
• Firehawk Embroidered Headrests

Price: $18,995 on top of price of G8 GT

Optional Firehawk Content:
• Competition Brake Package

Price: $4,995