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Used 2001 Pontiac Grand Am Sedan Consumer Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars
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3.75 out of 5 stars

Why did I buy this car??

lrudd, 10/15/2002
2001 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Bought this car before I checked safety rating and I would never buy another because of it - what was GM thinking?? The car is generally ok - but I hate having to sink money into a car that is less than 2 years old - had to replace fuel sender already and $75 for emission updates?? What is that all about? One good thing it gets great gas mileage.

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2 out of 5 stars

Total Poor Quality - Beware!

JennyinOhio, 09/12/2009
2001 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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This car has given us nothing but trouble. It is poorly made in every regard. Parts have fallen off the car such as the interior door panel reflector and the wing type material above the window. The front hub bearing had an issue, the fuel pump went out, the electrical is very messed up and lights fill the dash at any given time whether or not there is an issue. The repairs it would take to make this car drivable far exceed its worth. Mechanics will tell you how many issues GM's motors are having. Just DON'T DO IT.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Best I've owned

Sam, 02/10/2008
2001 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I have not had any repairs outside of normal wear and nothing prematurely. It holds the road well and it never lacks power. With good tires well balanced, it's smooth far beyond the legal limit. I've only undercoated once, and the body is still solid. I purchased this car, off lease, just over a year old. I typically only keep a car 2 - 4 years, but I've had this one 5 years and don't have any plans to trade yet.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

I love this car

Bobby, 02/17/2009
2001 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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This car was previously my mother's car, but when I turned 16 I took over the ownership of the car. At first I did not like the look and feel of the car but it grows on you. I have made several modifications to the car (grille inserts, cold air intake, decals). I plan to convert the car to rear wheel drive, put the LS9 engine in, and put in a 6 speed manual transmission. I also want to customize the interior as well. I get great gas mileage (average 28 in the summer). I had to replace the water pump and intake manifold gasket each once but I've had no problems now for about 20000 miles. Everything breaks eventually, just spend a little extra money and time to take care of the car. I wash mine 1 per week.

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2.88 out of 5 stars

lame

mpt222, 04/05/2002
2001 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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this car is SSSLLLOOOWWWW and handles worse than my old 94 Ford Escort!! For all the flash, it really handles poorly, leaning through corners like a truck and very non-responsive steering. I am sure this car will wear like a typical GM...rust out and be worthless in 5 years.

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