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Pontiac Grand Prix - 2000-2005
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Thanks for taking time to reply!
Rhino17
Thanks!
chris
They said the they would have to test the car for the grinding noise, cause they still are not sure what's causing it. I will do a final post once they find any other problems and when they have been completely fixed satisfactorily.
Suggest removing your airbox, and cleaning the MAF. Make sure, if there's a screen in front of the MAF, that you reinstall it the right way.
You wouldn't happen to have an aftermarket (i.e. K&N) air filter, would you? These need to be oiled after being washed and they have a tendency to get oil on the MAF. GM even has a TSB out for this... won't cover this under any kind of warranty, obviously (probably not an issue in your case)...
--Robert
- Pontiac GP: it's an OK car, but still too much $$$ for an OHV, except for the V8, which commands even more $$$.
- Mazda 6: I haven't driven one yet, but the V6 is quite expensive; I hear that it's not very well sound proofed.
- Buick La Crosse: it's got the right price and the right engine (3.6 V6), the interior is very well finished, but the rear seat room is a joke.
- Pontiac G6: it's an OK car, but too much $$$ for an OHV.
- Ford 500: it's an OK car, lots of room, but the 3.0 V6 lacks; I hated the CVT.
- Chrysler 300 / Dodge Charger: makes the right sounds and the right moves, but its styling is horrendous and the interior is cheap.
- VW Passat: too small for so much $$$.
- Honda Accord: can't get over the ugly styling inside and out, but that 3.0 V6 is a bargain.
- Nissan Altima: cheap interior and exterior with sub-par handling.
- Nissan Maxima: can't get over the front-end styling, but 260HP are very attractive.
- Toyota Camry: the 3.3 V6 is a bargain.
- Any Korean: can't get over the styling and the quality, or lack thereof. But I may have to bite my tongue in the future, for they try harder than either of the domestic makers.
The new Impala ranges from 21k (base LS) to 32k (loaded SS) and seems like a big improvement over the outgoing model.
The Buick Lucerne is coming out, though I'll bet that you'll find the Northstar-powered version too expensive, and the 3800-powered version too much for an OHV engine.
The Grand Prix replacement is coming around model year 2008... look for upcoming coverage of the Sydney Auto Show, where Holden will introduce the next-gen Commodore. Unless plans change, this, with Pontiac styling, will replace the Grand Prix (and GTO) in the MY2008-2009 timeframe...
--Robert
I've driven an Impala for a week in vacation and it's laughable. C'mon, a car made in the 21st century with visible screws on the door panel??? It sure has a good chassis mated to a comfortable suspension and is well insulated, with plenty of room. Yet, the interior materials were sub-par.
The Lucerne is promising, especially if it gets the 3.6 V6, but I'm wondering about here and now...
Thanks for the tip on the Commodore.
Dark Cherry exterior color replaces Fusion Orange
New interior colors: Ebony and Cashmere/Ebony
Mini-perforation leather available on steering wheel, shifter handle and seat inserts
Chrome rings on HVAC vents and door release handle rings
Revised metal finish on door pull and release handle, shifter PRNDL and steering wheel
Revised center console
Ebony TAPshift paddles
Seventeen-inch wheels available on base Grand Prix
If you're talking about the 2000-2005, I agree, it makes a good rental, and that's about it.
You do know the Impala is brand new for '06, don't you?
http://www.chevrolet.com/impala06/
Seems like a significant improvement over the old model.
Back to talking about the Grand Prix (dead after '07),
--Robert
Having driven her and read this forum top to bottom, here are my thoughts for what they're worth:
1. Love love love the handling. I can take 90 degree turns at 50 mph without a bit of tire squeal. (I did put Fuzion H-rated tires on--they won't make their rated treadlife, but they do perform.)
2. The engine is beautiful, except I have the oil-in-the coolant issue. I got the intake manifold gasket replaced, but it doesn't seem to have fixed it. Any ideas?
3. Good tranny, decent brakes. Fantastic stereo. The only rattles are from the broken door panel clips.
4. The headlights do, in fact, suck. The condensation doesn't bother me, as I do live in Florida. The dimness is an issue.
5. I adore the exterior as much as it's possible to adore a sedan. Looks lowered with the valances and NON-cladding, swoopy and curvaceous.
6. I can't argue the relative cheapness of the 97-03 interior materials. However, the new interior is butt-[non-permissible content removed] ugly, unless it's monochrome.
This is definitely the best car I've owned, and probably the best I've ever driven.
TIA
Thanks.
http://www.danielsternlighting.com/tech/bulbs/bulbs.html
Not being a shill for anyone, just passing the info along,
--Robert
However, those pages fail to mention higher wattage bulbs. I understand that they may overload the electrical system, for it wasn't designed to handle them. Yet, I'd appreciate if someone has tried them and if there've been any problems.
TIA
Under $30,000 for a 303 hp sedan with displacement on demand tech..
Being a Chevy, I'd have to wait and see. Rather, I'm looking forward to the new Grand Prix which, some say, could be RWD.
Typically reliable sources indicate:
Not anytime soon . .
- Ray
Happy w/FWD - and MUCH happier than expected . .
Yep, 2008 or (more likely) 2009 model year. GMX284 is the internal project code for this vehicle.
I had 2 company 1997-2003 Grand Prixs and I know the hi-beams are basically useless. It is because they use the SAME bulb for low and highbeam. . The regular beams are so-so. early models of that generation could have condensation problems. The PIAA or Silverstar bulbs do make a slight to ok difference, but get pricey. They are 4500K instead of stock 3200K.
I use the 4500K regular super/blue white bulbs and they are slightly brighter then stock in my own night time driving. They make 65 watts out of 55 watts, so ok for the electrical system and headlight assembly. They give me a nice white look "semi hid" instead of the yellowish/whitish look of Halogen.
However, would anyone know how to get the original ones off? Are they soldered on? They don't appear to by welded. Has anyone else even attempted this?
Thanks.
I'm just trying to get a feel if others think this is a good buy or not. Since the warranty is no longer valid, I'm more worried about mainatenance costs.
It will only be used for a car to drive to and from work (maybe 500 miles a month).
Thank you.
Shawn
The car is being looked at by a mechaninc next week to give it a once over. It also just had new brakes and a complete safety check about a month ago and all passed. I'm still having it re-checked again.
I think based on all that I read, reviews, comments, etc. its a good buy. I think any used car is a gamble espeically without any warranty, but I think all things point to a good buy.
Shawn
I have a 2002 GP and need to replace rear deck speakers also.
were u able to get good instructions?
if so, can you share?
thanks!
I did not get the extended warranty for the Pontiac but am now regretting that decision.
In the last six weeks, I've had to replace 3 of the 4 window regulators at nearly $465.00 each. In all three instances, the window was up then came half way down and within a minute or two, fell all the way. Luckily, the glass did not break.
The dealer could not get the first one fixed timely so I took it to a local repair chain where I've since taken it for the other two replacement regulators. The dealer was going to charge nearly $100.00 more for each and the warranty was the same as the local repair chain.
How common is this problem? The service rep at the dealer was very non-committal saying he's had many cars like mine that have never had any window regulators replaced but did admit that he has also replaced all 4 in a few cars. He gave no reason why some were and others were not problematic.
He said there was not a GM recall going on for this problem but he was most willing to service my car when needed including the next repair of the last regulator should that be necessary.
Is any one aware of a recall or related campaign focused on window regulator failures?
Have many/any of you experienced this kind of multiple window regulator failure over a short period of time?
Have you been able to get any satisfaction from your dealership (management or service department) on costs of repair, reimbursement of costs for past repairs, anything like that for problems with a used car purchase?
Have you been able to get any satisfaction from the Zone Rep or some other GM higher-up as to the same questions asked above?
I know I am at somewhat of a disadvantage because I did not have the repairs made at the dealership, but it is more that the problem exists than where I took it for repair that should be the focal point of the resolution.
Any comments, suggestions, input, information or advice on what you may have go through related to this problem and your remedies will be appreciated.
Thanks!
thanks
Mary
Just need a sanity check saying this is a good or bad buy.
Also, I'm buying the care remotely so all I have is pictures, etc. I did a Carfax and all is well. Is there a way I can find what all the features are included. For example, since I have the VIN number can I plug that in somewhere and it will tell me if it has leather, CD Changer, etc.
Thxs
Shawn
Your help would be very appreciated.