1996 Pontiac Sunfire Coupe review from North America
"If I could get another with less miles I would"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Cooling system sprung a leak. Replaced the A/C hoses. Replaced the A/C Compressor.
Re-did the brakes & turned the drums a couple times.
Replaced the muffler.
Replaced the belt.
Had some minor recalls fixed.
Heater switch has been replaced.
Kids & normal wear & tear on the inside.
General comments?
This car has been very good to me.
I run it at high speeds all over. It has been in lots of surrounding states and Canada.
I vacation yearly for a week or so with 2 kids comfortably. Everything fits somehow. The trunk opening could be bigger. The back seat leg room could be better.
I have put a lot of miles on it. I will miss it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 40000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 170000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 27th December, 2002 |