1995 Pontiac Grand Am GT Coupe review from North America
"Average car, GT Coupe sporty looks good drives average"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Just like everybody else, window problems. Rolls up an inch... wait... inch... wait. Faulty window motor. I was told those were like $500 to replace. Had both control arm bushings in front replaced at about 90k. (Detroit potholes aren't helping either) Heater core replaced about 140k, antifreeze leaked heavily cost $400. More recently, PCV Harness assewmbly at 160k cuz it was idling very high. Now I'm told my EGR valve is going bad which is why sometimes when I accelerate, it putters and takes about 100 feet or so to get going. I can't afford the $400.00 right now to fix it, but will do so in the near future. Service engine ligh comes off and on cuz of the EGR valve ($400 to fix) I like the body and design of the Grand Am. I've CERTAINLY got my moneys worth out of it. Main seal is also leaking very small amount. Not a very smooth ride over the bumps.
General comments?
Like the design of the 2door GT Coupe. Fell in love with the dark forest-green color at the lot. Would probably stick to a Pontiac as long as it's a newer model.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1995 |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 3.1 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 75000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 165000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Festiva |
| Date of Entry | 9th September, 2006 |