1989 Pontiac Grand Prix SE review from North America
"Near the end if it's life, I'm afraid, it will be missed when it finally kicks the bucket"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Passenger-side wheel spindle had to be replaced at 155000.
Air Conditioning is non-functional, so I use the windows.
The clear-coat for the paint is peeling horribly.
Rear brakes need replacement, but they cost a lot!
Front brakes changed at 150000 miles, even though it cost a lot. (Hey, I needed some brakes...)
Cruise control inoperable, haven't looked into it.
Crankcase position sensor went out at 165000, cheap to replace, but a pain to diagnose.
Interior upholstery looks horrible.
General comments?
Bought used for a mere thousand dollars. Worth every penny, even if maintenance is a bit high.
The 11-way power-adjustable driver's seat is really cool, it still works like a charm and really makes driving a comfortable experience.
It still has some zip left in it, and it gets very nice economy (25 miles per gallon), considering how many miles it has.
The redundant radio controls located on the steering wheel are super-cool.
Although it only seats four, it seats four comfortably.
The interior noise level is a bit high.
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| 1988 - Grand Prix SE 2.8 6 cylinder Plenty of potential with many engineering flaws |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 141000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 167700 miles |
| Previous car | Hyundai Excel |
| Date of Entry | 14th January, 2002 |