1998 Pontiac Bonneville SE review from North America
"Good car starting to show many signs of aging"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
A/C Compresser at 158,000 miles.
Front Wheel Bearing at 165,000 miles.
Idler Pulley at 166,900 miles.
Serpentine Belt at 167,000 miles.
Vibration on the highway that cannot be fixed.
Many squeaks and rattles in the interior.
Rubbing noise from rear of car.
Front Speakers have loose connection.
Front grille rusted and is now loose.
Transmission quivers at low speeds.
General comments?
Overall, it has been a decent car, but it has poor workmanship inside and out. The interior used cheap material that creak and rattle.
Wind and road noise unacceptable for this nameplate.
The red panel lights are attractive and stylish.
Buttons on the steering wheels are a nice touch.
ABS works well and quiet, not all can be said for cars of this age.
Exterior styling is one of the most attractive on the road in silver.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 159000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 167000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Cutlass |
| Date of Entry | 2nd April, 2007 |