Faults:
The alternator was replaced by the dealership two days after I purchased it.
Both of the timing belts were replaced.
The brake pads have been replaced numerous times.
The brake switch has been replaced twice.
The entire anti-lock braking system had to be rebuilt.
The front upper engine strut has been replaced.
The lower intake manifold, and the intake gaskets have been replaced.
The thermostat, and gasket has been replaced twice.
I have had electrical problems with the power windows, the horn, and the moon roof.
I have had some problems with the interior, such as the door paneling falling off, the emergency brake release breaking off, and the casing on the seat belt breaking.
General Comments:
When the car is running, the engine performance is great.
It has a lot of power.
It is a very comfortable car to travel in.
The brake system has been very unreliable. I have had major problems with it in the time that I have owned it. I go through brake pads like crazy, have had the brake switch replaced twice at four hundred dollars each time, and in the end had to have the entire ABS completely rebuilt. That job cost me three thousand, two hundred dollars from the dealership.
I have also had problems with the cooling system. I have had the lower intake manifold and gaskets replaced, along with the thermostat and gasket, twice. This job cost me one thousand, four hundred dollars.
I have electrical problems with the windows, they work inconsistently. The horn blows whenever it feels like it, and the moon roof also works sporadically.
The door panel on the passenger side has fallen off numerous times, and the driver side seatbelt has broken.
21st Feb 2004, 15:30
Excellent car, plenty of power roomy and comfortable interior and most of all very very very reliable typical GM product.