1998 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 3.8 Liter from North America

Summary:

The issues I've listed have kept this car from being all that it can be

Faults:

After having my car for a few months, I realized the passenger window leaked.

At approximately 41,000 miles the transmission needed to be rebuilt. Fortunately for me, I only had to pay about $300 because of it being so close to the warranty.

I have had at least four lights replaced. Inside the light, fog and condensation would build up on the lens. After the warranty expired, one lens fell completely off.

I've also noticed that when the blower is on, either for air conditioning or heat, it makes a "tweet, tweet" sound, almost like there's a bird in the dash.

At approximately 70,000 miles, I noticed a bubble in the paint near the gas tank. It was rusting from the inside out. This was covered by warranty.

The water pump went out at 80,000 miles.

General Comments:

This car has great acceleration and pick-up.

The car handles great.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 4th February, 2003

4th Apr 2003, 15:59

I have the same chirping noises coming from the dash. Did you end up having that fixed, if so please send me an email about what was wrong and how much it cost to fix it. this would be greatly appreciated. My email address is duckman3212@hotmail.com.

8th Apr 2005, 09:28

I had the same chirping in the dash when the fan/heat/ac was on... I believe the fan was replaced which stopped it.

11th Jul 2005, 14:40

I've had the same passenger window/dash/whatever leak in both my Grand Prix (1998 GTP and 1999 GT) don't know what causes it, but I end up with almost an inch of standing water on the floorboard of the front passenger side ONLY - on both cars! Anyone have a clue what's causing it?

Also am having problems with the blower in the 1999 GT. Not to mention many, many other issues that have since been repaired! Probably wouldn't buy another one, but they do look great and run well (when they are running properly).

1998 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 3.8 Liter V6 from North America

Summary:

It's OK, but could be better

Faults:

Radio and compact disc player have been replaced twice.

Sun roof switch and motor have both been replaced.

Control panel in the driver's side door has been replaced.

Blower switch replaced at 20,000 miles.

The clips that holds the inside door panels on have also been replaced.

Light in the passenger side door fell out and needed to be replaced.

There are other things that I could list, but who has that kind of time?

General Comments:

The car handles very well around bends and has great pick up.

The cup holders leave a lot of room for improvement, your coffee ends up on the floor if you stop fast.

I'm glad I did not get all of the bells and whistles on this car with all of the parts that have been replaced so far.

On a lighter note, at least it does not have any engine problems.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 30th October, 2001

1998 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 3.8 Series from North America

Summary:

Is it really worth wasting my time to constantly repair?

Faults:

This car has been nothing but trouble! I bought this vehicle on June 5, 2004 and to date it was been in the garage 6 different times. I have had the battery changed, oxygen sensor changed, transmission (pressure valve) changed, front and rear left and right tie rods changed, alternator, starter, all the brakes and rotors, windshield washer pump, the front left lower control arm bushing.

To top it off, I had it inspected at a Pontiac dealership and it failed two safety test! After fighting with the used car dealership where we purchased the vehicle, they covered the cost of all repairs.

General Comments:

If I knew then what I know now, I would have stay as far away from this vehicle as possible. Don't get me wrong, it's the perfect fit for my family, but I'm very frustrated with all these problems.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 25th July, 2004

1998 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 3.8 V6 from North America

Summary:

Meh?

Faults:

Heater core blew costing over $900.

Radiator blew at 160,000 miles.

Oil pan gasket is currently leaking.

Intake manifold gaskets blew, causing oil and coolant to mix in the engine, $800 repair.

Steering has had a crick in it since about 80,000 and makes popping noises.

Headlights are both fogged over with condensation.

General Comments:

The car was manufactured at the Fairfax plant in Kansas City... and not very well to be honest.

The car is fun to drive, and handles well with the extremely wide track position of the wheels.

Like clockwork, every six months something severely breaks on the car. Overall, I think the quality of the car is average or below average. The only upside is that with a domestic car, I find especially on this one, parts are easier to get to than with my previous Nissan.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 26th February, 2009