Just catching up on a few things.

The GM Employee Purchase Program or "GMS" as it is refered to renewed on October 1st. Quick look at the guidelines show no changes. Solstice would be considered an eligible vehicle subjest to dealership acceptance of the program.


One thing of interest though. GM sponsors a similar program, the GM Dealership Employee Purchase Program, for (yes you guessed it) dealership employees. Under the new year guidelines, any Solstice purchased under the program must be retained by the buyer (dealership employee) for two years.
UPDATE It has now been reported in another thread that the GM Supplier Purhcase Program is also showing a 2 year retention period for the Solstice.

There has been provision like this in the GM Employee Program before that included the GTO, Corvette, and maybe the XLR.

Anyone thinking of trying to use, or actually using the GMS program may want to check and see if this applies to the them also. Then think about how this may effect you.

Thanks Small Dealer. I'll stick this one too.

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I have called seventeen or more dealers about buying the Solstice with supplier pricing-no one in the Midwest seems willing to sell it at such a low price.

I dont think any one has gotten the gms price on the solstice if they have please post it

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marantz 76

Someone - here in Michigan did get GMS pricing. I can't remember his ID, you might be able to find it if you search.

I don't think he's been around much since getting his Solstice


can't blame him

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...sunlight on chrome, the blur of the landscape, every nerve aware...

1971 Javelin SST
2001 Silverado
2006 Solstice

My dealer is going to sell me mine at GMS.

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'06 Deep, 2-tone Leather, everything except XM, OnStar, Smokers

Hi MAKsys - I don't know if you mean me, but I indeed did get a GM Supplier Discount, which was a decision that my dealer decided to honor, and I also was able to use my entire GM Card points with no cap on the amount because I have one of the original GM Cards from way back when it first started. Subtract both of these discounts from the MSRP and life is good !! Now, if only the weather would cooperate - my Sol's been in the garage since the day I picked it up - it currently has 38 miles on it.

CS - I forgot about your supplier discount ( ).

There was someone else that got the GMS discount - just can't remember who.

I wouldn't suggest top-down driving, but as soon as mine comes in (short of freezing rain or sleet) I'm driving it.

BTW - I'm planning to take her through the Hines Drive (Wayne County Light show) with the top DOWN and the heater on FULL



.. got ya' thinkin about it, huh?

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...sunlight on chrome, the blur of the landscape, every nerve aware...

1971 Javelin SST
2001 Silverado
2006 Solstice

I don't think you get to complain about the weather.

After all you got a the discounted sale price (technically not a discount off MSRP, but a preset purchase price) for the GM Supplier Purchase program and used your Blue/Gold GM Card earnings. Two incompatible programs. So the dealership took a double hit for you.

Those that paid MSRP or MSRP+ and didn't get to use discounts, get first shot at weather related complaints.

My dealer will let me get the GM discount, if its available. I think I might qualify for it but not sure yet.

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Team Solstice 2008

Ordered 11/12/05
Black, manual trans, Premium package, power package, convenience package, floor mats, AC, XM radio, LSD, and Polished Wheels Produced 6/1! VIN:18718

Mods: Fujita CAI, Stubbie Attenna, Lil Chromies, Third Brake Overlay, 35% Tint. Solo Headers, Solo Exhaust.

I ordered mine through Golling Pontiac in Lake Orion. They said they would honor the GMS price.

I was able to use the Supplier discount to purchase my Solstice.

Smokin: good luck, I talked to you dealer two days ago, he was suppose to call back, but I haven't heard from him
Deacon: where is your dealer located and what is his name?
I am trying to find someone willing to honor the discount, but after calling about twenty dealers across five states I will tell everyone if you can find a dealer who will honor the discount, get it in writing and congrats. I think I am going to order on Saturday discount or not, I need this ordered by Xmas

I was going to get a discount .Salesman said to her knowledge . But i would not get it till spring. I just picked up a Black w/ebony Loaded for regular price (not bumped but not gms either. BUT I HAVE IT! It was from a cancellation VIN 5145

I ordered at Conkle Pontiac in Kokomo, Indiana. The way it looks right now, I will be getting my solstice next spring. I am number 13 on their list, and the last time I checked, they had over 20 on the list. So if you order from them, it will take you awhile to get it.

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'06 Deep, 2-tone Leather, everything except XM, OnStar, Smokers