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Originally Posted by goatnut
Not entirely true. Most of the car is standard GM. Less the suspension and steering that would be the only areas where you may have to wait a few days for parts. The aftermarket has a very good selection of replacement and performance parts availlible.
If you buy a new GTO you will find it's one of if not the best GM car out there. You will not have to worrry about it breaking. I take mine to the track every change I get and run the snot out of it and haven't hurt a thing. You may want to check out LS2GTO.COM lots of new GTO info at that site. Rob.
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That's contrary to what many have reported over the years. Suspension parts at times are difficult to obtain. One example that happened this past spring. My dealer had an 05 GTO in the shop for failed struts or something to that affect. The struts were to be replaced under warranty. The parts could not be obtained, an at least 30 day wait was in order. GM authorized Peddars be installed, GM authorized aftermarket parts be installed on these cars where parts are difficult to obtain. Personally for me, I have NOT had to wait for parts. Others have. You are correct many parts are obtainable, depends on what parts are needed. I am having rear springs installed because of rear end sag, my service writer was surprised he was able to get the springs, and it only took a few days. Some have reported having to wait for them. If the parts are not in the distribution centers it can hold up the repairs. Especially parts that have to come from Oz.
The new GTO's DO have some issues people should be made aware of ESPECIALLY buying used. I recommend everyone get a GMVIS before purchasing one, particularly on cars that were modded out or tuned. Some people who have purchased used GTO's found their car was tuned and it was locked cannot be unlocked because its pass worded.
Here are a few repeated issues many have reported;
Door Actuators
BCM's
Rear Spring weakening that causes excessive inside wear on tires
Suspension issues
Rear End whine (Dana part where the entire rear is changed out)
Rear end growling, or grinding
Stitching on rear seats breaking apart
Excessive oil consumption