1973 Pontiac LeMans review from North America
"70's muscle car!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The transmission was rebuilt in 1988 and a shift conversion kit was added at this time.
I replaced the front bench seat with bucket seats out of a 1970 Pontiac Parisian in 1982.
The rear bumper was badly rusted and re-chromed in 1981.
General comments?
My dad purchased this car in 1977 and two years later I bought it from him. It was my day-to-day car until 1989.
I continued to drive the car (summers only) until about 6 years ago. It is now parked in my garage, but I plan to put it back on the road next year, for its 30th birthday.
Modifications include custom dual exhaust, headers, four barrel carb, shift converter, B&M floor shifter and bucket seats.
This car reminds me of my reckless teenage years. Now that I'm somewhat older I look forward to reliving a milder version of those years with my family.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1973 |
| First year of ownership | 1979 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 350 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 0 miles |
| Date of Entry | 28th August, 2002 |