1995 Pontiac Sunfire 2.2 from North America
Summary:
Beware!
Faults:
-Thermostat.
-Head Gasket failure.
-Power window (driver's side)
-Fan control unit.
-A/C compressor.
-Fuel Pump.
-Coolant housing pipe cracked.
General Comments:
A cheaply made commuter vehicle that will drain your wallet rather than save you money.
I had the car for approx. 1 year, and I had all of the above problems occur. The car ended up dying on the side of the road while on a camping trip. The car was towed to the junkyard for $25.
When it runs, it runs OK. Fuel consumption is decent, but not great. I usually got around 10L/100KM.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 22nd June, 2007
3rd Oct 2005, 18:18
Don't know if you still check on your review, but about the starting problem - check the engine relays. These are usually located on the driver's side fender under the hood (maybe not, I'm used to Dodge vehicles).
I had the same thing happen in my Dodge Spirit. I picked up a dozen relays (to make certain I got the right one and one that worked) at a junkyard for $5. Plugged one in and the car started right up.
Pick up a Hayne's or Chilton's manual - they might give you other ideas or expand on this one.