1999 Pontiac Montana review from North America
"What we've come to expect from GM these days"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bearing went out in transmission at 150000 kms. $2600 to repair and replace damaged parts. Not under warranty.
Rear passenger power lock failed at 155000 kms.
Rear passenger door started to rattle at 100000 kms.
Front cup holders broke at 100000 kms. We put a cheap plastic console on the floor to replace it.
Passenger power window fails intermittently at 95000 kms. Dealer said there is nothing wrong with it.
General comments?
Has generally been a reliable vehicle that performs and handles well under all driving conditions.
We expected more longevity from the transmission. We do not pull heavy loads or drive on hilly roads.
We were thinking of buying another one, but after the premature failure of a bearing in the transmission, we are having second thoughts.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 50000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 155000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Dodge Caravan |
| Date of Entry | 31st March, 2004 |