1998 Pontiac Grand Prix GT review from North America
"Not worth the price"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The first thing I noticed about my car is that I have this chirping noise in the dash whenever the heat or a/c is on.
I had to replace tires and brakes after owning the car one year at 25,000 miles.
I had to replace the serpentine belt because it was wearing thin at this time also.
The driver's side headlight capsule fell off as I was going down the road. Luckily, it was still under warranty.
As I approached 35,000 miles, my alternator went out.
The battery was replaced shortly thereafter.
The passenger side corner light capsule fell off at 51,000 miles. I replaced it at cost from a body shop for $60.
Passenger side fog light went out and cost $15 to replace bulb.
Heater hose got a hole in it at 62,000 miles so I replaced all hoses for $360. This was not done right by the dealership and had to be redone 3 times.
Since this was not done right, my water pump went out. Made dealership pay for it.
Currently at 66,600 miles, I need new tires, the brakes make an awful noise, and the temp is running 210 while idling.
My oil filter gasket is leaking.
The dealership says the head gasket needs to be replaced.
Did I mention the condensation build up in the taillights and headlights?
General comments?
The car has great get up and go and is very stylish: however, GM made it cheaply.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 19400 miles |
| Most recent distance | 66600 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac Grand Am |
| Date of Entry | 7th February, 2003 |