2000 Pontiac Sunfire Coupe review from North America
"A dull, but reliable second car, if you can find a good one"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Frayed power steering hose.
General comments?
Bought it a year ago for $3,000 as a second car.
Yes, the seats are uncomfortable, the dash has a rattle in it, the brakes squeal when they are moist in the morning, the radio sometimes does not switch from "AM" to "FM" when you push the button to do so, and the muffler rattles.
The engine has an unpleasant vibration (unlike the happy hummm you get from a Honda) and has all the mechanical charm of a tractor engine. However, having said all that, the car has started up every morning, and been a reliable commuter car, getting 21 mpg in the city.
Only repair so far was to replace a leaking power steering hose for $56. So, so far, so good. $3,000, and no monthly payment, and only $56 in repairs. A pretty good bargain so far.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 2000 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | Small tractor engine? Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 80000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 94000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Accord |
| Date of Entry | 4th February, 2008 |