2002 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 3.1 from North America
Summary:
This is a nice, comfortable car, but nix the Dexcool
Faults:
The low coolant light came on, which really scared me because GM's Dexcool is notorious for causing problems.
Also, the 3.1 is notorious for intake gasket leaks.
General Comments:
I was very leary about buying this car, being that it's a GM. I had a 96 Sonoma succumb to Dexcool at 75k miles, and a Formula LT1 Firebird tear up at 80k.
However, this car is immaculate and it was only $7,000. It's great on gas (I get a little over 24 most of the time, never below 22 mpg). It's got plenty of power for an everyday driver.
It's got lots of room to stretch out. I love the space because I have a baby, which is the reason I got rid of my 2001 Mustang GT.
I'm saving quite a bit on gas and I love my car. I just hope it doesn't turn out like my previous GM's did.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 2nd June, 2008
13th Jun 2008, 16:27
Your car must be defective or something. My Grand Prix is great, and goes 0-60 mph in about 8 seconds. The gas mileage is about 21 in town and I've only had to get the brakes changed once since I bought it in 2004, and now it is 2008.
The gas deal may be different with you though; you might be the first one off the line and be a hard braker.