2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 3.8 from North America
Summary:
Best bang for the buck hands down!!
Faults:
Had to replace the alternator and battery due to the car sitting for six months.
Replaced tail lights because the lens separated from the housing and looked terrible.
Replaced the stereo because it wouldn't illuminate anymore.
General Comments:
I absolutely love this car!! With regular maintenance and a little TLC, this car is worth every penny!
I'm almost over 200,000Km, and the engine and transmission are purring like new still. I've put synthetic oil and trans fluid in since day one, and stay on top of all fluids as they are the lifelines of the car's dependability!!
I don't have the supercharger, but I feel that the 3.8L is a great stand alone engine, very dependable and decent power.
The ride quality is still great; I'm still riding the stock suspension?!
Every make and model will have it's lemons, you can't see them coming, but I know that the Grand Prix GT I've been driving has made me a Pontiac fan, and I'd drive another one if mine was ever written off!!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 14th February, 2008
29th Dec 2007, 18:17
I also feel that the Pontiac Grand Prix for 2001 was one of the most beautiful cars ever built. I'd love to find a good 2001 or 2002 GP when I'm ready for another second car.
My family has driven Pontiacs for years, and we actually still have (and drive) a 53-year-old Pontiac that my father passed on to my nephew before he died. The engine was rebuilt in the 60's at 150,000 miles, but the old 4-speed hydramatic transmission has never been touched. The car is now used only for parades or special occasions, but is rust free and in great shape.
I also own a 2001 Grand Am with 70,000 miles that has never had a single repair or even brake pads. My experience with ALL GM cars (from the 50's on) has been great. I've NEVER had an engine or transmission replaced in any of mine.