2008 Pontiac G5 Pursuit SE review from North America
"Filled with some regret..."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Auxiliary power outlets stopped working at 25,000 kms.
Front end clunking at 27,000 kms.
Sunroof squeaking at 20,000 kms.
General comments?
If not for all these little issues, and the run around you get at the dealership for repairs, it would probably be an okay car.
Everyone told me when I bought the car, I was going to have problems with it.
It handles, and drives nice as far as commuting on the highway goes, but the clunking in the front end (which the dealership said isn't there, and nothing is wrong with the steering or suspension) is a little dis-concerting.
I've had the car for 5 months, and this is the second time it's been in for a service. The first time it was in, I was told I couldn't use both power outlets in the front at the same time (not even for a cell phone, and an iPod) because the fuse will blow... so... why are there two plugs?
Not to mention they left a tool under the hood, which I returned to the dealership, didn't receive an apology, but was assured that the tool "wasn't left in a spot where it could do damage." Good to know.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2008 |
| Year of manufacture | 2008 |
| First year of ownership | 2008 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2L Ecotec Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 255 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 31000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Dodge Shadow |
| Date of Entry | 27th November, 2008 |