2001 Pontiac Bonneville SE review from North America
"Good car, but the little electrical problems and poor built quality can become a major annoyance"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I got this company car when it was 28,000. I have made over 20,000 miles with it. Just had a few common problems, some lights in the dash and a speaker were blown up, driver side mirrors vibrates at high speeds, rattles, etc.
I did not have mechanical problems, and the 3.8 is said to be very reliable.
General comments?
I like the power of the engine and the ride. It is not a sports car, but the power of the 3.8 is more than enough to have a safe and comfortable driving. Handling is fine although it is not mean to be a sports car. Design is a bit bold, but aggressive. Anyway, looks too old fashioned in these days. Fit and finish... what can I tell you? it is definitely below average, materials look fine, but plastics make are a bit loosen up specially door panels and there is little rattles everywhere.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 28000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 51000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Corolla |
| Date of Entry | 1st December, 2005 |