In surveys that J.D. Power and Associates has conducted with verified owners of the Pontiac Solstice, the people that actually own and drive one told us:

“When I first saw [the Solstice] I knew I had to get it for my next car.”

“The styling is exceptional, best looking [car] on the road.”

“Beautifully styled car. Looks way more expensive than it is.”

“The vehicle has very poor visibility with the top up.”

“The convertible top is cumbersome and is difficult to lower and raise.”

“Interior needs a bit of refinement.”

“Great performance, handling [and]…power.”

“Incredible engine/transmission translates into power with good economy.”

“The performance from the turbocharged engine is exhilarating.”

“Exhaust sounds wimpy, should sound like a muscle car.”

“Tight steering and shifting, good roadholding.”

“Driver seat is difficult to adjust.”

“Driver seat uncomfortable on longer trips.”

“Some form of lumbar support would be good.”

“Passenger seat cannot adjust up [and] down.”

“Definitely needs heated seats, outside temperature [display], multiple CD changer.”

“More room than I thought inside trunk.”

“The trunk space is almost a joke.”

“Trunk is hard to close. Have to make several attempts to close properly.”

“Very little storage [space], even for a convertible.”

“Inadequate storage, everywhere.”

“Cargo space, trunk, and interior storage much too small.”

“The upgraded sound system is very good for a two-seat convertible.”

“Digital readouts useless in daylight.”

“Stereo is awesome even with [the] top down.”

“Love the car, [but] haven’t found a coffee cup to fit the cupholder yet.”

“Cupholders…couldn’t they figure something else out?”

“I’ve waited 35 years for a U.S. car company to build this car.”