1979 Pontiac Parisienne 305 ci from North America

Summary:

Classic living room on wheels!

Faults:

Brake line.

Rear springs.

Cheap plastic.

Leaky trunk.

Radiator.

Exhaust.

Driver's side door lock wearing out.

Driver's side seat belt latch broken.

Headliner.

General Comments:

Although I did list some faults, it must be noted that the car was bought used in 1979 by my Father and has been in the family since.

I wasn't too taken with the looks when he first bought it, as I saw it as this square thing with lots of tubes and hoses under the hood. I now find the boxy look "classic" as it looks different, and it's easy to work on.

VERY comfortable, but I do find entrance and egress a little challenging, (I'm 6'2", 270lbs).

When Dad bought the car, I remember thinking to myself, "This fake chrome is going to look like hell when it starts peeling off". Sure enough, I was right. The UV rays have got to the plastic inside too, making it very faded and brittle.

I do like the car though, it feels like I'm driving around a living room!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 6th April, 2007