One thing I'm a bit flustered about is the fact that Pontiac had to put the Series III engine in the 2004 car. I've had no problems with the Series II that I've had in my other cars... now I can't use the same aftermarket parts that fit on my L67 engine with the new car, which I believe is the L32 or something like that. Does anybody know if I can modify this engine the same way I have in the past?

I'm also looking for ANYBODY that may have any connection with GM on getting the front facsia that is on the GXP model of the Grand Prix not in production yet. I'll do anything for it or anything similar to it. It looks so much better!

Overall this car is kickin' but it needs to be:
1. Lighter
2. Lower
3. Have the 4T80-E and not the 4T60-E Transmission

I think that's all I've noticed for now... post any replies, I'd love to read your feedback!

Yes, the car is heavier than the previous generation, but only by 15 pounds (IIRC).

The car could be lower, but that is what the aftermarket is for. For the average consumer (not the 1% of enthusiasts) the car is better with a higher ride height. Between the springs available for the '97-'03 (G8) GP and GMPD parts that will be released, I think the lowering "problem" will be taken care of.

I agree that a beefier tranny would be nice, but the 4T80E is too big to put under the hood without some major changes.

As for the GXP fascia....the closest thing available are the nickel-plated grills and rear spoiler available from the dealer.

As for mods, depends on what you "normally" do. The G8 pulleys will not fit on the new GP, but there are new ones in development. The new TB is already MUCH larger than the G8 TB. The intake can be modified. I'm not sure if the G8 headers will fit. The exhaust systems currently available will fit on the new GP. What else?

When you are refering to "G8" are you refering to the Grand Prix GTP '97-'03, or are you refering to the G8 concept car with the LT1 in it? I'm a little confused...

Where can I find the nickel painted grills and spoiler that will fit my '04 gtp? I've looked everywhere.

The exhaust is the same? I can buy the SLP "loudmouth" exhaust for the '97-'03 and it will fit my '04? That would be awesome! Thanks a lot man!

I believe when he says G8 he means the 8th generation of the car. I believe the current pulleys will work also. Some one just swapped to a 3.4 on the ClubGP forums.

Damn John, you and your connections. I just noticed you're and GPN fanatic with only 22 posts. Not fair dammit. I've been around also hear since 98-99.

The Pontiac parts department should be able to order the grills, spoiler and dual stainless tips in a few weeks. I'll get mine ( sans spoiler ) as part of the original deal, but they don't have the part numbers for them yet - once they are available they'll be on my '04.

Well that's aweome! I'm excited and as soon as they're available, they will be on mine, too!!! I can't wait to see what kind of ram air hoods that will be introduced!

Once you have 20 posts you are upgraded to "fanatic". Look in the FAQ

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Hi, All

New guy here. Just got my 04 GTP/WS6 this past saturday. I found some info Lorenzo was wanting to know about the GM parts from my dealer yesterday. The are as follows:

Grille Inserts GM part# 12498884 $240 (available now)
Exhaust tips GM part# 12498009 $291 (available now)
Spoiler (Sport Red) GM part# 12498909 price NA. (late may early june)

Fred

holy cow! Good thing my brother is a dealer and he can get it at dealer price, which is probably CHEAP... jeez, 240 for grills... that sucks!

That is a pretty high tarrif for the grills - if they are plastic. For quality metal ones - nickel plated - that price would be closer to sanity. The tips' cost are about in line with retail for quality tips like Borla, etc. Of course you can find similar tips cheaper, but not with a factory warranty.

Anyone got pictures of these add ons?

I checked at the dealer today, and the two parts are not yet available for shippment. When will they be? Unknown, but it could be days, it could be weeks. :rolleyes:

Here are the pics of a few of 'em:



I'm still looking for the spoiler (a good pic of one)