Faults:

I have never known how strange a car could be. First, I experienced problems with the speedometer. I would be driving 35 mph and the speedometer would suddenly indicate I was doing 80 mph. After a couple of months of hearing from the repair guys that they couldn't find anything wrong, the problem corrected it self only to start again 6 months later.

Second, the car would shut off in the middle of driving. The car would only start back up once it had set for about 30 minutes. to an hour. My door locks, and controls for the windows stop working.

One of the mechanics in the automotive shops in my neighborhood thought I was either crazy or was coming on to him. My car stopped on me 4 days in a row. I would either walk down to the shop or call them. When they would arrive to my car, it would start up. Since the car started up, they were unable to tell me what if anything was wrong with the car.

I have spent a lot of money on just trying to find out what is wrong with this car. I know I can't be the only person experiencing these types of problem with the 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.

General Comments:

The car would be nice if it ran correctly.

Faults:

Heating unit has been replaced 3 times before it was fixed in 2001 or 2002? Could not locate receipt of repairs at this time.

IP Cluster ASM replaced 12/12/03.

Hazard Warning Switch replaced 4/9/04.

Recall on 3054 Fuel 1/8/05.

Replaced # 3 Fuel Injector 12/12/05.

In at current time for what appears to be another Fuel Injector replacement 8/2/06.

The motor for the right rear passenger window has gone out currently being repaired 8/2/06.

General Comments:

I am not impressed with this vehicle what so ever.

Too many COSTLY repairs. Expected better quality for this vehicle.

Faults:

I had a leak in my 2000 Bonny trunk that I finally traced after much effort, including multiple trips into the trunk with a flashlight and someone with a hose on the outside. I found that there is a plastic strip on the outside of the trunk that retains rain water. The water then siphons beneath the trunk rubber seal and enters the trunk at multiple points. I made a permanent fix by pulling the rubber seal, applying silicone sealer liberally in the groove of the seal, and then re-attaching the seal. No problems since I did this.

Faults:

Nothing so far. Only routine maintenance.

General Comments:

I needed a car after my Integra broke a timing chain that caused major engine damage so I sold it instead. This car (Bonneville) was recommended by a relative who found it online. I like the 2000+ styling so I test drove it. After reviewing the cars history and agreeing on price, (I paid $7300 in 2004) I drove it home and it has never failed me since. Like I said, I only have changed the oil.

The car drives smooth and comfortable yet can take a hard corner or catch up with the pack. It is easy to spin the tires on wet pavement. My only complaint (very minor) would be the seats are a little creaky and the dash insert paint is peeling.