SEMA: Pontiac Solstice SD 290 Race Concept

Pontiac is attempting to evoke memories from the past with the Solstice SD 290 concept that draws its inspiration from vintage racecars. The single-seater showcar that features a passenger cockpit tonneau cover and a driver windscreen, is equipped with GM’s 290 Hp 2.0L turbocharged Ecotec unit matted to a five-speed manual gearbox. -Continued
The Solstice SD 290 promises to offer imporved aerodynamics and reduced weight with the removal of the windshield, side glass, window regulator, convertible top, climate system and windshield wiper system. Complementing the race-theme is the available Club Sport Z0K suspension package and an all-business cockpit filled with auxiliary gauges, a roll bar and racing.
Vehicle highlights:
• Pontiac Solstice SD-290 race concept
• 2.0L Ecotec direct-injected and turbocharged generating 290 horsepower
• Five-speed manual transmission
• Weight reduction through installation of driver-side only windscreen and elimination of door glass/hardware, convertible top/hardware, HVAC system and wiper system
• Solo Performance cat-back exhaust system with center-mounted outlet
• KW Automotive coil-over suspension package
• Three-piston aluminum calipers with 13-inch rotors from Stainless Steel Brake Company
• Forged 19-inch wheels with Hoosier R6 racing tires
• New front fascia, grille inserts, hood and front fenders, leading to better aerodynamics
• Passenger-side hard tonneau cover
• Competition red exterior color
• Rear spoiler
• Tinted headlamp lenses
• Removable racing-style steering wheel
• Racing seat with four-point safety harness
• Chrome fire extinguisher
• Pegasus center console gauge package
• Driver's roll bar
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