1987 Pontiac Grand Am LE review from North America
"Best value for the money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced engine head.
Replaced rings and bearings in engine.
Replaced water pump.
General comments?
This is the seventh Grand Am I've owned, and I've loved every one of them.
I gave $40 for this car and put another $500 in it. Well worth it!
Avoid 2.2L Quad 4 engines. They have a problem with blown head gaskets.
Getting in and out of these cars can be rough because I'm 6' tall.
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| I would recommend it to anyone as a first car (it's pretty solid and safe) |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1987 |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 199000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 225000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Beretta |
| Date of Entry | 8th February, 2005 |