1997 Pontiac Firebird Coupe review from North America
"Will never buy another"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have to replace the number 6 plug wire every 6 months or so.
I've had to replace both headlight motors.
I've had to replace each headlight.
I've had to have the timing belt replaced.
The driver side door fell and cracked the left front quarter-panel.
The driver side door-lock button has been replaced.
T-tops leak.
Center console has recently cracked.
Radiator had to be flushed of gunk from the dealer.
General comments?
The car handles excellently, but is very undependable. In the two years I've owned it, I've put over $8K in repairs into it to keep it looking like new. I only paid $9K for it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 6 cylinder. Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 4/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 78000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 110000 miles |
| Previous car | Subaru XT |
| Date of Entry | 8th April, 2003 |