The Grand Prix has a terrible brake system... Rear calipers lock up all the time... I would say I have spent over $3000 dollars on just the brakes, and I've only had the car for three years!
The 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix LE is a great car... All except for the brakes.
I had to replace the alternator once.
The power steering pump blew up once... When I would turn on the heater; all I could smell was power steering fluid for a while.
I've owned my Grand Prix since new. The price at the time of purchase was reasonable. However the maintenance cost of replacing rear disc brakes (there never repaired as they seize up in a relatively short period) has made this car expensive to own. I still own the car despite this as the engine runs great and the body is relatively free from rust. I've installed two or three alternators. The last one was my fault for connecting a faulty battery charger. The power steering pump was rebuilt as it leaked fluid. Getting back to the brakes. Can the disc brakes be replaced with drums or is there another fix? Please post if there is one.
Thank you.
Terry
The problem with the rear brakes is your emergency break, it was a fault when they made the car and didn't fix it til 93, if you don't use your emergency brake, and just leave it in park, you won't have to worry about the brakes locking up.
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