1997 Pontiac Trans Sport review from North America
"A luxury people carrier"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Headlights developed condensation around 70,000 miles and needed replacement at 80,000 miles due to failed inspection.
Driver side front power window switch needed to be replaced at 70,000.
Both rear quarter panel motors failed around 72,000 miles.
Water entering into front passenger area from overhead console reading lights.
Intermittent trouble with power sliding door since 65,000 miles.
Digital display on stereo/cassette player acting up since 63,000 miles.
Worn out left outer tie rod end at 62,000 miles.
Power sliding door electric actuator and associated parts replaced under warranty at 55,000 miles.
General comments?
This mini-van is very roomy and has comfortable seating for 7.
The interior finish is cheap and flimsy:
knobs, vents and seat belt attachments detach easily.
The engine and transmission are reliable and strong. Our van easily pulls a pop-up camper in addition to a canoe on the roofrack and 7 passengers
inside.
The reliability of power sliding door is a nightmare. The overall reliablity of all power options is not impressive.
Overall fuel consumption about 19 mpg with a 50-50 mix of city and highway driving.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 58000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 81178 miles |
| Previous car | Plymouth Colt |
| Date of Entry | 16th July, 2004 |