1993 Pontiac Grand Am SE review from North America
"It was nice while it lasted"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Recently had the tie rods etc. replaced (probably not bad for 55,000 miles or so?).
Just blew the head gasket at approximately 57,000 miles. Have religiously had the oil changed and other maintenance work done to maintain what I knew to be a hot-running engine, to ensure a long life (ha!).
Overall, I really liked the car prior to this...
Now I am told that the engine is damaged so badly that head gasket replacement is not recommended - only engine replacement. Also, the only engine recommended is a GM rebuilt (no used ones to be trusted) for $4,700.00. What causes this in an engine taken care of so well?!!!
Will probably have to junk it and move on.
General comments?
Not sure whether I'd ever buy another Pontiac...
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| Please read if you're interested in purchasing a Grand Am |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | Quad 4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 10000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 57000 miles |
| Previous car | Buick LeSabre |
| Date of Entry | 30th May, 2001 |