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jakeybo, 12/17/2003
2000 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is junk.I would not recommend it to anyone.Problems all the time.Everything electrical going wrong.Signal light switch,emergency switch,power window motor,blower motor,bad breaks,intake gasket,and alot of check engin lights.All after warrenty ran out within 6 months.LEMON.
awesome ride
blue_eyes_rc, 12/27/2003
2000 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
this car is a real head turner. It has enough power to suck you back in your seat when you tromp on it. The seats are extremely comfortable and all the controls are within easy reach. There is very little if any road noise and she handles like a dream. If you like a nice, comfortable ride but also like to be the grandma that turns heads this is the car for you.
Nice looking, poorly built
Matt Grabau, 08/27/2005
2000 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Pontiac does not stand behind their vehicles. While the car looks great, it's a nightmare to own. I promise myself that I will never buy from GM again (new or used). This car has endless electrical problems. My next car will be Japanese! There seems to be too many known problems with this car (in general) but not recognized by Pontiac / General Motors.
Loved my Car
Kerrilynn, 01/18/2004
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car brand new & drove it 60K miles until it was totalled after being hit at 60 MPH (I was doing 35) in a semi-T-bone on the drivers side by a DUI in a Tahoe. My injuries were less than expected considering it took jaws of life & 45 minutes to extract me. Both axles were broke off. But the car protected me and my passenger!! Car ran perfectly with zero problems. Big- O brakes never lasted long - was it them or the car?
matt's review
matt, 10/30/2005
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
For being an SE, not the sportier GT, it handles quite nicely, and has a smooth ride too. The v6 makes enough power to smoke the tires if you're interested to know. Mine happens to have 130,000 miles on it and I get throttle happy with it sometimes anyway. It makes Tauruses look lethargic, and Honda Civic, hah, is that a sedated hamster under the hood of those things? In all seriousness, for being rated at a rather low 170HP, the 207c.i. v6 has more than enough torque to compensate. There's also performance parts if stock just isn't good enough. If you think American cars are crap, you're wrong. I've had no problems since I've had it. Pros- it's quick, girls like it Cons- still FWD
Too many problems
RED 52, 02/15/2004
2000 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Have owned car since it was new. Many problems including heater control switch on dashboard broken, brakes and rotors three times, sun visor falls off,etc. Just out of warranty and had to have intake manifold gasket leak - repaired for $800. Mechanic said, "poor design" and has had others with same problem. Not happy with car for what it cost new - $21,000. Ride is rough. Plan to sell soon and get something reliable, that is to say, something not GM.
Fun to drive - horrible to own
bcmtojm, 02/18/2004
2000 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car has been in for service more times than any of my previous cars combined. Twice the very expensive intake manifold gasket has been replaced as well as gaskets for the power steering fluid and transmission fluid. I've also had to have the turn signal noise indicator replaced because it won't stop clicking(which is once again broken). I've had a gas module replaced and the power mirror control fixed. This car is great when it it running properly but not worth the trouble or the money!
Still Love the Ride
Bob B., 04/21/2006
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my second car, and my second Pontiac, and I'm going to stick with them. V6 has good power, but very smooth. Only downside is the gas mileage could be better with today's prices.
Love this car
Pam, 04/24/2006
2000 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car brand new with 2 miles on it, it now has 115,000. I had a fuel pump go at 105,000 but other than that it hasn't had any problems. It is wonderful to drive and I absolutely love the way that it handles. I have been looking to get a new car, but I just can't bring myself to trade it in. There is nothing else that I like as much. I would definitely recommend.
Excellent
Lowery2000, 03/22/2004
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
this car is excellent.
Wouldn't buy another one.
Pielz, 04/02/2004
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Replaced brakes at 5,000 miles. Vinyl on passenger side back door came out and had to be fixed in the body shop at 20,000 miles. Driver side electric seat broke in the up position and need a new motor put in it at 30,000 miles. New fuel pump at 35,600 miles, 500 miles after my warranty went out. New brakes and rotors at 41,000 miles. Replaced Serpentine belt at 41,000 miles. Coolant light keeps coming on and was told that the coolant was leaking into the engine, at 41,000 miles. Just waiting for the next problem.
I still love this car!
Nancy, 07/11/2006
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car new and have been driving it for 7 years. With the rear spoiler and power sunroof it is very sporty and lots of fun to drive. Very dependable and handles well.
Cool Car
funloving, 05/02/2004
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
All i can say is I have had this car for about a year and bought it with about 89000 miles on it. It runs great and over all is a fun car. I have had to fix a few things but nothing that would not be expected to be fixed at this kind of miliage. I drive the car over 150 miles a day to work and not yet once have had a problem with brake downs ect.. I would suggest this car to anyone.
2000 Pontiac 4Dr Grand Am
Punisher, 05/06/2004
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car has been very good to me and I no plans of getting rid of it. 16000+ miles a year. Regular maintenance.
Fabulous Car!
cuaak5, 05/12/2004
2000 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love driving my Pontiac, I will always buy Pontiac
Oops I did it again
VROOM, 10/29/2004
2000 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Can you believe I traded an Accord for this!?! Loved the looks, paid for them in quality. Once I put CERAMIC pads on all 4, aftermarket rotors and calipers on, brakes lasted a little longer. Wheel bearings junk. Drive train great, everything else is ensuring AC Delco workers their retirement pay and keeping the Dealerships repair dept busy. Almost got rid of it, but was upside down and paying on repairs. 110,000 miles and no problems (except brakes) in last 50K.
A sastified customer
KZR, 11/11/2004
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought new in 2000. Still driving to work daily after 67K miles. Excellent engine -- plenty of get up and go for a 4-cylinder, excellent gas mileage. Very pleased with this car overall. Fed crash ratings overall are good.
Grand Am SE2
ppotte, 03/13/2003
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am really happy with this car. It has the 6 cylinder engine, and with a fairly light car, it has plenty of pickup and power. It is nice to drive. I like the traction control, it makes me feel quite safe in the rain. Overall, I like the car. I have had a couple of cooling systems problems, which I am told are expected due to the very high temperatures in Phoenix. Otherwise, everything else works just fine.
Like the car
sara, 12/03/2005
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I never owned a poniac before. Im a jeff gordan fan hehe but.. This car runs very good 100,000 miles and no repairs yet. even drive 9 hour trips home and back. I feel safe in this car. I love the look, and think its a great car.
great car
tim, 02/18/2006
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i bought this car with 6000 miles on it in 2000 and i have never hade any problems with this grand am i drive about an hour somedays to work and its very comfortable for me very easy to us all function in the car. i also have a 2004 ford explorer and rather drive the grand instead of that.
Grand AM
Kriss, 11/28/2006
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had my Grand AM for 2 years now and it's been a horrible experience. They are made very poorly, and nothing is easy to get to when trying to fix it. It has broken down 4 times already and nothing has been cheap to fix. It still runs and I am still driving it but I hate it. It is a very unreliable car and I'm hoping to sell it or trade it off as soon as possible because I have a baby on the way and I don't want to be driving a unreliable car when I have a newborn.
My pontia saved my life.
ferrellb, 01/08/2015
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Yesterday I had a sever wreck. I totaled my pontiac going into a ditch. The car is the only thing that took a hit. I was able to get out of my pontiac with just a seat belt burn and a broken nail. I had no hospital bill as I am completely fine. I spun around in the ditch and came back on the road. This car is very safe and reliable car. My pontiac is destroyed and looks like those horrible accidents you see on the news where people were killed. My pontiac took all the beating for me and saved my life. If you are thinking about getting a first car for anyone, I recommend the pontiac it's very safe and reliable.
No wonder Pontiac is struggling
kannuc, 03/30/2003
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
In the last year we've had 3 brake failures, plus many other mechanical problems
Not my top choice
keith, 08/04/2007
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I liked this car when I bought it in 2005 with 70000 miles, that's where the fun stopped. Now has 92000. My biggest peeve is the bad gas mileage. You can hear your money thrown away in the guzzle sound the motor makes. The window motors are crap. They make weird noises and seem like they will break, already replaced one. The interior is just plain ugly. Sound system is great though. Single CD with equalizer. Amazing bass as stock. And I can't go anywhere without the front end bottoming out. Steep driveways, curbs, you name it. But the car gets me where I need to go. Just not very high quality of a car. I like the new g6 coupe, but my car makes me think twice about another Pontiac.
14yrs
Joseph Cole, 03/02/2015
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had my Grand Am since oct of 2000... she had 13k miles on her. she now has close to 150k on her. just recently had problems with the engine. My timing guide snapped and now I replaced it bout to start her up and hope for the best. 14 yrs and she still has the same alternator and starter from factory. only had to replace the upper rad inlet n the bcm in the 14yrs I have had her. very good car. plan on keeping her till she all rusted out n can no longer drive.
Very good car for the money
Just me, 02/06/2003
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car used with 28,000 miles on it. In the 2+ years since I have had it, I only had to change the oil and put on brakes around 60,000 miles. it has very good pickup for a 4 cylinder and I've gotten better mileage than advertised (30-34 mpg).
Love the car but too many problems
aczorn, 05/20/2003
2000 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Replaced brakes(rotors and pads)at 19000 miles (warranty), power steering rack replaced at 30700 miles (warranty), replaced front struts and strut mounts ($1157.60) at 40308 miles, coolant light began flashing off and on because of a leaking intake manifold gasket. Had to replace it (918.00 - dealer absorbed the cost). Turn signal switch replaced - 139.15. Driver side window motor had to be replaced - 360.00. Brakes have been replaced (rotors and pads) twice in 2002. Instrument panel fuse blew. I am still paying the car note. What's next?
Good First Car
JAB2588, 06/05/2003
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My experience with this car is very good. I have had no serious problems nad the still runs great after 50000 miles.
Don't buy the 2.4 liter
TRLL, 06/17/2003
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Overall not a bad car. However the 2.4 liter engine is the worst that GM makes.It has not been imoroved on since 1989 when it came out. All the parts are very expensive and they all will fail. My local Pontiac dealership told me " I don't know why we still make that engine, it's garbage"
good car
Bobo13, 06/27/2003
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
ive had the car for 2.5 years and have a couple of problems. I had to kick it in a nowhere back of the woods place in wisconsin cause a module blew on me. but after that ive had no problems cept that ive had to replace my brake pads every year.... but thats prob cause of my exsesive speeds and hard braking. IM prob gonna buy a mazda 6 for next car though....
Few problems overall...
Jason, 04/02/2008
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had this car almost 3 years now, bought it with 60,000 miles. I did replace the Intake manifold gaskets due to coolant leaking into the oil, but this is a known problem with this car that will only get worse if not fixed. It wasn't cheap but I knew this going in, and got a good deal because of this. Other than that I have had no serious problems. Just a little problem with the hazard switch that ended up being recalled by GM and fixed for free anyways. Someone busted my passenger side mirror, but it was surprisingly cheap and easy to fix myself. I have been happy with this car.
Questionable Reliability
hshepteach, 04/10/2008
2000 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned this car for 3 years and have had several problems with it. I drive 80 miles a day and it gets me from here to there, but I am constantly having to have my rotors turned. The car also shakes a lot and I have had it looked at several times and they can't find anything wrong. The computer is always saying something is wrong. The throttle also sticks and it will speed up on its own. Now don't get me wrong I love how the car looks but when it comes down to it I would want something more reliable.
Love this Car
Rob, 05/23/2008
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this car new in 2000 and has had few problems, minor work here and there, now has 190,000 miles on it and doesn't burn any oil. This car handles real well and is fun to drive. Every once and a while the windows stop working, but a well placed hit can get them working, mind this cars mileage, and it gets 25 miles per gallon, so okay. The electronics are starting to go, but it is 8 years old, so not a problem. I would recommend this car to anyone and would probably buy another. The stereo system is amazing as well.
Getting The Looks.....
Carriebear22, 05/02/2002
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love my 200 pontiac grand am. The greatest part is when the sporty styling grabs the attention of the good looking guys next to me at the stop light! The only things better than that is blowing that guy in the other car away with the amazing takeoff! Eat My Dust Baby!
Fun
rickity, 06/25/2002
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Fun car to drive
Looks nice, no Quality!
CRitter, 05/28/2006
2000 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
From the day I bought my 200 Grand AM, I have had to put thousands..yes thousands, into this car. The first problem was in the very first month, the power steering went ... it was covered under warranty .. .thank god, but the very day I picked it up the emergency brake was now not working. The car has just under 105,000 KMs on it and I have had to replace the brakes 3x, not only that the front AND rear struts/springs have had to be replaced 2x!! The next thing blew my mind! As I was driving all of a sudden the cassette panel started to smoke??!! Then it went away then there was this "clicky click" noise comming from the inside...That was another $300 to fix...and the coolant is constantly leaking!