1972 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ review from North America
"It is an outstanding driver and turns heads!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The Grand Prix SJ has been in storage for 22 years, and was just removed and driven in the past six weeks.
The gas tank has a lot of scale and the fuel sending sock becomes clogged with scale when the fuel drops below the 1/2 full mark on the gauge, causing the car to hesitate and nearly stall. The tank and sending unit will need to be boiled and relined or completely replaced.
General comments?
Is anyone reading this survey aware of any new old stock (NOS) tanks? I would really like to maintain the originality of this car, since it is completely stock and I will be showing it as a survivor car at shows.
Secondly, is anyone aware of where I might find an original style (spatter paint look) trunk mat? If not, does anyone know the exact of material used? If purchased by the sheet, I can cut a pattern and apply it to the sheet.
You may contact me at pilrlr@comcast.net with any relevant information.
Thank you.
Recommended reviews
| 1976 - Grand Prix LJ Pontiac 400 6.6L The 1976 Grand Prix is a perfect blend of muscle, luxury, and fun driving |
|
| 1972 - Grand Prix Model SJ 455 Undiscovered classic with power and looks |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1972 |
| Year of manufacture | 1972 |
| First year of ownership | 1972 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 455 Cubic Inch Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 3 miles |
| Most recent distance | 32800 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac Grand Prix |
| Date of Entry | 27th September, 2004 |