Pontiac Grand Prix Midsize | Compact
Pontiac Grand Prix Midsize | Compact
[Jun 20, 2001]
Jonathan Black
Model Reviewed:
Pontiac Grand Prix
Strength:
None, it has no redeeming qualities whatsoever.
Weakness:
Everything, from the way the unibelt works down to the dogbones that hold the motor in place Man this car is piece if you know what I mean, and you probably do. I have had no good experiences with this car. I can't begin to list the problems that have occured, but here are a few. Similar Products Used: I haven't used anything similar other than a 1991 nissan maxima but putting a grand prix in the same category as a maxima is like putting a pinto in the same category as a bmw. |
[Jun 20, 2001]
Ben Murray
Model Reviewed:
SE Coupe
Strength:
Looks great. The paint quality is excellent and there is so much plastic on the body I don't think it will ever show rust.
Weakness:
The brakes are awful, but you get used to it after a while. Great car! Similar Products Used: None |
[Jun 19, 2001]
Jordan
Model Reviewed:
/GTP
Strength:
Fast, 2 doors(most have 4), supercharged, etremely quick for a V6, its a Pontiac,
Weakness:
Rattle rattle rattle, not crazy about white rims, but it was the only 2 door there coulda upgraded to chrome plated but it was more expensive, tires are to small needs to be wider for less spinng plus quality of rubber on tire is to hard for it thats why its so easy to spin out, stereo is garbage and any1 that does think it is good must have low quality standards, W-Body yeah right, its not that for one and secondly if wider is better for handling why is it that I can barley corner off of the freeway. I have seen alot of these cars come in for repairs at the dealership(I work at) and I am considering trading it in for a truck they both are the same in weight anyways Quick car for what it is Similar Products Used: 1998 Corvette, vette is faster |
[Jun 24, 2001]
Jim
Model Reviewed:
Grand Prix GT
Strength:
Looks, looks, looks, performance, reliability.
Weakness:
cheap paint. very cheap paint. I have overall been nothing but happy with the car. The paint seems to be a bit cheap, had to repaint the hood because of excessive rock chips. I didnt want to get a bra though, to me it takes away the sleekness of the car. Even the naturally aspirated 3.8 GT is fast. I love embarassing euroed out Jap cars that think theyre fast. Recently had an encounter with a Acura Integra on a strip of highway. He couldnt keep up with me top end. Also test drove a Taurus SHO, but it wasn't as cool or fast as the GT. Similar Products Used: 95 hyundai sonata.....i even feel embarassed mentioning this car. |
[Jun 26, 2001]
Jason Sankovitch
Model Reviewed:
GT
Strength:
Great power
Weakness:
Reliable, but when things go bad... $$$ My father bought this car new as a company car and I bought it from him. It has 95,000 miles on it but runs like it's brand new. All warranty work has been done on it and it runs like a dream. It is one sharp car! Everyone and their brother has a 'stang or Camaro, the Grand Prix combines power, style, and individuality all into one sleek body. I highly recommend this to anyone looking to stand out and have fun making V6 Mustangs cry. Similar Products Used: '91 Lumina Euro - HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA like they compare... |
[Jun 25, 2001]
Andrew Maas
Model Reviewed:
Grand Prix SE
Strength:
Great factory stereo
Weakness:
Everything broke when i got the car so I had to put a little $$$$ into it.. I drive this car everywhere. Its a pretty solid car, with lots of care it has remained in almost perfect condition. Other than a few accidents that have needed to be repaired, and you cant even tell if you get it done at the right place, the car looks almost brand new yet. There is no more than a spot of rust on it. If you keep up on all the engine tuneups and oil changes the car wil run like a dream. Mine has 143,000 niles on it and still runs great. It really is a great buy. Similar Products Used: None |
[Jun 28, 2001]
Jared Irby
Model Reviewed:
Grand Prix GTP
Strength:
The speed is awesome, The looks ar better than the new grand prix, and is a real head turner plus the room of the car is fantastic.
Weakness:
Replacements: Tranny, alternator, timing belt, brake pads, O2 sensor, vaccum line, oh yea strange rattle from some where still haven't found it! The Speed limiter has got to go on this car. I got beat a turbocharged eclipse that was modded becuase of that limiter. I was in front by a ways when I noticed the car could not go any faster than 115 and he caught up and went by! I love the car, especially the power the 3.4 liter has! Don't understand why someone would buy a new one though when the 1995 is faster. I have yet to be beaten by a new GTP. The brakes are great since replaced and the transmission is good to since replaced. I love this car and would tell anyone to get one becuase they are really fast and corner great for a front wheel drive. Just could of used the rear wheel drive! Similar Products Used: 1989 Tracer: very reliable and fun for teen |
[Jun 29, 2001]
Rob
Model Reviewed:
LE sedan
Strength:
reliable engine(180k), no smoke or leaks, a.c. still works,paint good. Car has a good ride and is pretty roomy and quiet.
Weakness:
As other people have stated, the rear disc brake design sucks, what were they thinking? The interior is odd looking, almost like an afterthought. No cupholders, smoking steering column, squeaky driver side window. I think the car had a lot of features for the price I paid. I owned two BMWs' before buying this car and will say that the Pontiac is much more reliable. It's still an american car and will probably never handle or drive as well as Jap/Euro cars but I don't have to pay a zillion dollars to fix it. The engine is fairly powerful and extremely reliable,have no complaints in the drivetrain section at all. Paint is good considering all the G.M. paint problems people experienced in the late 80s'-early 90s'. I'm not in love with the car because frankly,it has no sex appeal whatsoever. But, it has alot going for it in the bang for your buck department. Similar Products Used: 1969 Chevelle SS396, it doesn't compare. |
[Jul 02, 2001]
Jeremy Dominick
Model Reviewed:
GTP
Strength:
pretty quick off the line for an auto. love the looks and heads turn
Weakness:
been in the shop most of the 2 weeks I have owned it So far for the 200 or so miles that I have gotten to put on it I think I luv it.Even though its in the shop getting a new head due to a stripped plug hole ( dealer is paying for it) I have enjoyed the litle time with it. Similar Products Used: currently drive a 93 Probe GT with many mods(roughly 230 hp) (j-spec eng,and many, many expensive mods)this was intended for my wife but she now gets the probe and I have a new toy to build.............. |
[Jul 16, 2001]
Donavan
Model Reviewed:
GTP
Strength:
Fancy car looks awsome makes a fat guy like me look slick all the wemen want me I can have em all I am slick now, if you are fat or were ever a loser in school get this bad boys and friends will come out of no where
Weakness:
everyone else is weak, look at me now, I have all the friends!! nice machine Similar Products Used: none |