1998 Pontiac Grand Am SE review from North America
"Fast car - 0-60 in 5.7 with NOS and performance tires"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brake pads went at 32,000.
Rotors seem to be a little warped, but do not seem to affect braking in a negative way, just a slight pulsation.
Mist came out of air vents when the A/C was on. Adding more antifreeze solves this problem.
General comments?
Pontiac 6 cylindar cars have a 60 degree engine design which has WEAK pistons. If you add a nitrous oxide system, I recommend that you first upgrade your pistons.
MikeArk@aol.com
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4 Litre - 170hp SFI Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 32000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 40000 miles |
| Previous car | Plymouth Colt |
| Date of Entry | 8th October, 2000 |