- "An attractive roadster made by Pontiac that comes from the same bloodline as the Corvette."
- ―In-game catch text for the car, from GT6's Dealership
The Pontiac Solstice Coupe Concept '02 is a concept car produced by Pontiac. It first appeared in Gran Turismo Concept and was featured in subsequent mainline games up to Gran Turismo 6.
In-game description[]
GM developed the "Kappa Architecture" as the basis from which it would develop its next generation FR platform, and the "Delta Platform" was this architecture optimised for the compact sports market. The handsome roadster that would make use of this platform was known as the Solstice.
The body structure of the Solstice was a semi-monocoque making it almost like a miniature Corvette, centred around reinforced frame rails and floor pan, which gave it amazing versatility.
The engine was the most powerful of GM's newest Ecotec line of DOHC 4-cylinder engines. It produced 237 BHP from its 2.2L engine and intercooled supercharger. The transmission was the same T-56 6 speed manual used in the Corvette, but was not a transaxle.
Double wisbone suspension supports all four wheels, and variable rate springs are combined with adjustable dampers. 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes provided stopping power. The tyres were a supercar-sized 19 inches in the front, and 20 inches in the rear.
The Solstice was originally only meant to be a concept car. The changes associated with commerciallising it included first changing the engine to a 168 BHP 2.4L Ecotec[1] engine with variable valve timing. Then the T-56 became a 5-speed Aisin manual, and the wheels were reduced to 18 inches at the front and rear in an effort to produce a balance between looks and cost.
Nevertheless, the overall impact is that the Solstice was nearly unchanged from the concept car.
Acquisition[]
| Game | Purchase location | Credits | Other methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Turismo Concept | --- | --- | Win a Professional Level race at Swiss Alps |
| Gran Turismo 4 | --- | --- | Complete the S-License with all Silvers or better Available from the start in Arcade Mode |
| Gran Turismo PSP | Pontiac Dealership | 500,000 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 5 | Used Car Dealership (Lv. 3+) | 34,988 | --- |
| Gran Turismo 6 | Pontiac Dealership | 35,000 | --- |
Trivia[]
- In GT Concept, it and the Cadillac CIEN Concept '02 were listed under "GM Design", General Motors' design division.
- An unused GM Design icon, as used in GT Concept, can be found in GT4's files, possibly a leftover.[2]
- In Gran Turismo 4, it cannot be sold, it can only be discarded from the garage.
- The Solstice entered production in 2006, four years after the concept was shown, until it was discontinued in 2010 when General Motors retired the Pontiac brand. While the production model is never featured in the series, it is briefly mentioned in the description text starting from GTPSP.
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Notes[]
- ↑ Miswritten as "Ecotech"
- ↑ Gran Turismo 4 on The Cutting Room Floor