2000 Pontiac Sunfire coupe 2 door 2.2 from North America
Summary:
I think it is worth the money, but dump it before 5 years!
Faults:
Needed new front brakes at 9,000 miles
New front brakes and rotors at 22,000 miles
New front brakes and rotors at 32,000 miles
New front brakes and rotors at 44,000 miles
New front brakes and rotors at 56,000 miles
Back brakes 1 time at 56,000 miles
Driver's side front wheel spindle - 40,000 miles
Drivers side front wheel wheel bearing 58,000 miles
Serpentine belt 52,000 miles
Bad wires and plugs causing stalling at 4,000 miles
Radio light burnt out
Interior light turns on and off while driving
Recall for ignition
Springs bad in drivers seat and came through fabric
Driver's seat belt broke
Front seat belts don't retract.
General Comments:
I bought this car new out of the showroom with 4 miles and now have it 5 years later with 58, 580 miles.
In general the car runs well.
Car gets great gas mileage.
Major brake problems, but overall a good car thus far.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 15th March, 2006
8th Mar 2006, 20:04
The listed problems don’t seem to support the title “American built not much quality.” Maybe some more details would help.