1986 Pontiac 6000 STE review from North America
"A good choice if you want a cheap alternative to a BMW"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The engine spun a connecting rod bearing at 92,000. I had it completely rebuilt. Ignition module, various sensors, fuel pressure regulator, A/C controls, fog light, all have been replaced in the 10,000 miles I've had this car.
General comments?
It's a good solid car, I will admit to being too hard on it when I got it (hence the failed engine). It still looks like a new car, and almost smells like a new car, and it does what I want it to do. Handles like a sports car and has reasonable power.
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| Good solid value |
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| For $20 you can't lose |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8l W Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 92000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 103000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Chevelle |
| Date of Entry | 8th March, 2000 |