1991 Pontiac Sunbird GT review from North America
"Typical reliable inexpensive sports coupe"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Ignition coil
crank sensor
top plates (strut bearings)
fuel line leak
starter
the dash is rising (cheap assembly)
so far no head gasket problems :)
General comments?
Apart from these problems the car is #1 I never had a critical issue with this car The 3.1 engine are a mass produced block,so expect the same problems you might have with your sunbird or someone elses
chevy cavalier or beretta or any GM model car that had the 3.1 from '89 to 96 (multi port or SFI) On the brighter side its AMAZINGLY QUICK because the engine suits the bodies weight. the 3speed is the only option available apart from the rare 5 speed ONE rule of advice do not overheat these cars change and flush your coolant religiously keep that powerplant cool.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1991 |
| Year of manufacture | 1991 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 150000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 188000 kilometres |
| Previous car | pontiac sunbird gt coupe |
| Date of Entry | 17th July, 2005 |