1996 Pontiac Sunfire SE Coupe review from North America
"Good looking, well handling car when it runs..."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
OK, it is on its 3rd transmission, just had a new one put in yesterday and there is something wrong with it ALREADY!
Hard starting it sometimes, but of course, the dealer can't find anything wrong.
I am ready to sell this and buy a REAL car, like an old Chevelle or something. New cars are built incredibly cheaply because all anyone cares about is money. Pontiac USED to be one of the best cars on the road, but I would still take my Sunfire over a Honda anyday.
General comments?
I have heard that the 2.4 5 speed Sunfires are really hot cars, with no automatic tranny problems..... New cars suck.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 66000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Camaro |
| Date of Entry | 9th January, 2001 |