1993 Pontiac Grand Am SE modded to W41 review from North America
"Bargain bargain and amazing seats!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Well the only thing I can say that has gone really wrong with the car is that the driver's side window crank teeth was chewed up, so drivers window can't go down.
Alternator replaced when it blew (approx 10+ years on original alternator so not bad!)
General comments?
The stock OHC 8 valve engine is a bit underpowered (120hp) but VERY reliable. HAS NEVER blown anything. Always revved it up to redline and never blew.
Abused the crap out of it and never burned oil or cracked a cylinder head.
KILLED crappy hondas with my SOHC Quad 4 8-valve little baby hahahahahahaah.
My car is 4 door... lol imagine that passing your civic with the massive wing!
Decided on a new engine for it because I wanted MORE power. New engine is still a Quad 4 but a W41 model High output.
**UPDATE*** New engine keeps up with mustangs & corvettes. 4 doors baby!
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| A great entry level sports car |
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| Please read if you're interested in purchasing a Grand Am |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 Quad 4 H.O W41- 185 BHP @ Wheels Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 65000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 250000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 5th June, 2004 |