1986 Pontiac Firebird S/E review from North America
"A very High performance beast"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing has gone wrong with my car since I have owned it.
When I bought it though, the hood was stuck shut, a little Grease Fixed that. Also, my father slammed the trunk, which was not (!!) good for the motor that closes the trunk for you, it wouldn't open for about a week after that.
The drivers side seat is ripped, but that's not the manufactures fault.
The engine is perfect. has always started and given me the power when I needed it. It costs me about 20.00 to fill the tank.
General comments?
This car is more reliable then the new cars in my driveway.
I have left my lights on, for hours, and it started like nothing was wrong.
This car will definitely outlast many of the cars from the same year.
A very cheap, good investment.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 200000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 220000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Pontiac Grand Prix |
| Date of Entry | 1st December, 2002 |