1994 Pontiac Grand Am SE review from North America
"Does the good outweigh the bad?"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Fog lights needed to be replaced.
Both rear lower control arms have collapsed bushings.
Front struts have decompressed.
Right front wheel bearing loosens on bumpy roads.
Factory stabilizers allow too much roll and encourage excessive tire wear.
Exhaust leaks. Resonator goes bad within 6 months.
General comments?
I've put about $900 CDN into the engine of my Grand Am and I can take Grand AM GT's and V6 Mustangs.
There is a factory recall on the head gasket (for those wondering) which the dealer will replace free of charge if notified by GM Canada (you need to call Gm Canada and give them location of dealer).
I hate domestic vehicles.. but this one seems okay.
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| Not much of a deal |
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| A really great driving machine, wouldn't trade it for the world despite being temperamental. |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1994 |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4 Quad OHC Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 98000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 123000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 19th April, 2005 |