1978 Pontiac Grand Am review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Only minor problems that I am just recently getting fixed. The blinker has broken 3 times, I need a full AC restoration, the headliner has been replaced twice, the rear-view mirror has fallen off the glass, and it takes about 5 minutes to warm up and turn on.
General comments?
When I first got it, I inherited it from my great aunt. She hadn't gotten a paint job since she had bought it, but only drove it to church, the store and back.
I will admit, when I got it, it was an ugly car. But I saw potential. I got the whole car painted jet black, except for the chrome, and didn't get the gloss. It is beautiful now. Everybody I talk to asks for a ride.
It also rides very smoothly.
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| I'm surprised at how reliable it was |
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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 | 1978 |
| Year of manufacture | 1978 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.50 Chevy Don't Know |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Date of Entry | 9th July, 2006 |