1998 Pontiac Grand Prix 3.8 from North America
Summary:
Looks good, but doesn't stand the test of time
Faults:
Oil is leaking into the coolant (but there's no coolant in the oil at this point) ---110,000 miles (maybe earlier).
My heat/defrost don't work continuously (105,000 miles).
My battery/alternator went out (while driving down the highway) @ 95,000 miles.
The car burns oil (since before I owned it).
New transmission added to car (before I purchased it).
Automatic starter died (est. 100,000 miles).
General Comments:
This car is aesthetically pleasing.
I enjoy the Cd player and steering wheel radio/volume controls.
Handles well in the rain and snow compared to a smaller vehicle, especially thanks to its wider track.
At the end of the day, I would not recommend this vehicle.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 18th November, 2005
15th Dec 2004, 09:54
Wow, are we sharing the same car? I have the "same" problems, but now my supercharger is going.
In addition, the headlight covers fell off at 40,000 miles for no apparent reason.
The stereo has been replaced twice, possibly due to what you stated, "faulty wiring". you'd think the dealer would have known that! guess it's easier for them to pop in a new stereo; problems still exist.
Transmission, stereo, engine valves and window motor went after 45,000; in addition to paint bubbling.
Since, speakers have gone, the poor quality battery has been replaced 2x after leaking; caused some damage.
All in all a very discouraging purchase; my husband never lets me live it down. this is my second grand prix. first one, (1990 LE model) had 171,000 miles, looked beautiful and ran strong when I traded it in for the 1998 model. unfortunately, I'll never buy another grand prix.