1989 Pontiac Bonneville LE review from North America
"One of the greatest united states domestic vehicles ever manufactured"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Mass Air-Flow Sensor Failed at 128k.
Radiator Clogged at 126k.
Starter Died at 132k.
Color is Wearing off Steering Wheel (known to be extremely common)
Paint on Hood, Trunk and Roof is in AWFUL condition, Paint on sides is in excellent condition. Go Figure.
General comments?
This is an EXCELLENT vehicle. I would like to see someone show me a better 17 year old vehicle perform, and be as reliable as this one.
It is very quick for a large sedan with a V6. even with the 2.84 final gear ratio.
Handles very well for its size and weight. And it is only the base model with the FE1 suspension!
Does VERY well on gas for a large car. I get about an average of 24 mpg per tank. That's with about 30 mpg on the highway.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 117250 miles |
| Most recent distance | 144300 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Ciera |
| Date of Entry | 21st October, 2006 |