1997 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi review from North America
"I miss my Bonni!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The only problem I had during the seven year I owned it was an alternator that went out.
General comments?
This was the best car I have ever owned. I am 56 years and really am impressed with a good piece of machinery. This model and engine/transmission combination was a big hit for my family. It was the most comfortable car to take on a long trip. The nine position car seats made an unlimited combination of adjustments for comfort on a long haul.
Pontiac did a major mistake by removing this model from the stable. I have left the Pontiac line since it was changed to the New GXP or is it the G6P.
I would have bought another Bonneville if it was still produced. Figures an American company would do away with a winner.
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| Plenty of power with flaws |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 liter Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 46000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 147000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Blazer |
| Date of Entry | 29th March, 2006 |