Used 2002 Pontiac Grand Am Sedan Consumer Reviews
Used Grand Am for sale
Great Car for the Money
Jack11, 12/09/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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Just bought a 2002 Grand Am GT in Sept. I currently have 3,500 miles on it. My experience has been great so far. The car has sufficient power and bold looks. The interior is roomy and sits four adults. The Monsoon stereo is great. The car ride is smooth and it appears to be well made. Very nice sporty sedan for the money! It's a passenger car with a little attitude that makes it fun to drive.
GT Grand AM
gemini40, 03/01/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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Very smooth ride, perfect first vehicle. Good on fuel economy for a 175hp V6 engine.
Great first car
kim2013, 04/29/2013
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I have a 2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE, 4 door, 4 cylinder automatic. This is/was my first car that I bought back in april 2009 I believe. This has been a reliable car for me. Mostly daily driving - school, work, etc. Mostly a town driver, then drove about 25 miles away daily for college. The only serious problem I had was a misfire and a new coil pack fixed that. Routine oil changes, brake pads and tires have been all this car has needed. I drove this car from Wisconsin to Tennesee and back at about 130,000 miles and it did wonderful. I get 24-26 mpg city and probably 30-32 highway. All in all, no big complaints. I do think the car is kind of ugly on the outside but oh well :)
love it so far
mfarrugg, 01/30/2003
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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i bought the grand am GT1 with the sports perfromance package. this car looks great and for a relatively cheap price. its still early (9,000 miles) but so far i love this car. my main complaint is the cheap bumper. living in NYC, the parking is tight and i often find a new black scratch and dent in my silver bumber when the other car just taps my car. its called a bumber for a reason....its should act like one
I love it
yes2rock, 02/24/2003
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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had this car for a year now, no sign of the problems other reviewers have had. The handling is on par with sporty Europeans, and the engine is powerful enough so you don't really need a stickshift. This is the first automatic car I have had that actually performs . The ride is surprisingly quiet, and you just have to love all the little niceties that are usually available only at 30K and up. Best car for the money.
A family car but sporty
TheKid, 08/19/2003
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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The grand am GT is a fun family car. It is very reliable and comfortable. It is fast for a sedan and can beat most car(civics, integras) off the line.
Steering Problems
alank, 09/24/2003
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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1st problem was steering rack replaced at 9000 miles. 2nd problem steering pump replaced at 15000 miles. 3rd problem sensor for variable rate steering replaced at 19000 miles. Car now has 23000 miles. At 16000 miles also replaced front brake pads and rotors. This is the most troublesome car I have ever owned. I plan to trade it in. Lemon Law also crossed my mind.
Solid car
JNiz3, 02/12/2005
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I ended up buying my '02 GT1 sedan for a fair price with very low mileage. I love how quick it takes off, whether off the line, but more so on the expressway. I have had a few sensor problems (the Body Control Module [bcm]) died within the first year I had it; luckily I had it under the bumper- to-bumper warranty. The monsoon speaker system is decent, but for an audiophile like myself, it doesn't cut it. I love the looks of this car, specially the sunroof and deep grey interior. The breaks squeak all the time when it's cold/wet; the only other thing is I wish it was slightly heavier to handle better in the winter. I do enjoy driving my car though - it's quick, and handles GREAT!
Love the car, hate the tires
icshadows, 11/18/2003
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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Pretty good get up & go and passing ability. Great for cruising down the highway; I put 3900km on mine the first 4 days I had it, including 12-hours of driving each on the first and last day. Ride was comfortable and relaxing. The ABS breaks work great and quieter than in ABS systems I've seen in older cars. Got the Monsoon stero system and quite enjoy it. It can really crank out the music. Its first winter it sat in a parking lot all day at sometimes - 28C weather and always started like a charm.
2002 Pontiac Grand AM GT
mityhid, 02/14/2004
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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The Grand AM overall is a very nice car. Other than brake rotors needing to be resurfaced at 41000 miles, and the fuel pump at 47000 miles, I have had no problems mechanically with the car. The fuel mileage is somewhat less than expected, I generally average about 20-24mpg. I have gotten 31mpg on a freeway stretch, but I have never seen mileage that high again.
Great Car After New Parts
Caboosey, 02/27/2006
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought the car for $10,000 back in Oct. 2004. It had around 69,000 miles, I gave up car at 89,000 miles. Gave up car back to father. Overall it's performance was very good. However the brakes were replaced a 2nd time within a month of 1st replacement. When it was replaced 2nd time, both front calipers, front rotar's, new brake fluid, & new brake fluid lines. (About $600 between both repairs. Brake pads were under warrentry from first repair). After all that was taken car of, It was very reliable and safe. My mechanic found the car's calipers & tie rods to be defective original parts. Hard to believe the car has great quality sound for a stock sound system.
Grand AM 2002
tartis, 03/28/2004
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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My 2002 Grand AM gets a lot of miles, but it is starting to burn oil after 75,000 miles. I am also having a major problem with the turn signal mulit- function switch which is starting to click all the time. The performance of the 3.4L v6 is great, and fun to drive.
2002 pontiac grand am se1
yaddagirl, 03/07/2003
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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This is a great vehicle, I absolutely love it. The only thing I do not like is the fact that it comes in a 4- cyclinder. This vehicle is too big to be offered in a 4-cylinder engine. It seems as if the engine is working too hard to pull the weight and it will pass everything but a gas station. It should only be offered in a 6-cylinder, like the GT. It is definately more cost effective in the longrun.
Somewhat of a Good Car
littlelisa, 07/09/2006
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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Only had for one year, and had to replace the ignition switch twice. Been dumping money into it left and right.
in the shop moe then
larryscott, 04/19/2004
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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My car has been in the shop more then I have driven it. One of tires has come apart in pieces, the window on the drivers side did not roll up after 10,000 miles, they had to replace the guide the switch and the relay, I had to have the intake gasket replaced 2 times with only 20,000 miles on the car, then the blinker stayed on and when I took it to the dealer they said there was going to be a recall on the Grand AM. Over all this car is helping me make my mind on another car because all the rental cars that I have gotten while my car was getting fixed.
My car may be totaled now
Brandan, 04/29/2004
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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This is a great car although the exterior body parts are really upsetting. My car was parked when some guy floored in reverse into the back of it hitting the right side Quarter panel and if you don't know what that is it is like the front fender, well anyway from the force of the impacked the car slid into another car smashing the left side quarter panel well now my car is in jeopardy because the quarter panels are something called a unibody which is a whole bunch of pieces welded together
Improvements Needed
cin_933, 06/25/2004
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I have had this car in the shop 12 times for repairs to the front end. It still has an annoying noise which cannot be fixed.
I Love My Car
stefan440, 07/19/2004
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I got this car when i turned 16 and have had it for almost a year now. When i got it there was about 16,000 miles on it and it has been running great ever since. I haven't experienced any problems. This is a great car, but it's no Lexus.
Quality slips QUICKLY as car ages
Dood, 07/15/2004
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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Well, brakes replaces... now intake manifold gasket is bad... at 37000 miles. This is becoming a very weak point in these cars. As the cars get older, their weak quality shows through -- typical for GM I guess.
FUN CAR
gwstack, 08/04/2004
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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THIS CAR IS ONE OF THE FINEST CARS I HAVE EVER OWNED. THE SEATS ARE EXTREMELY COMFORTABLE AND THE RIDE IS SUPERB.IT REQUIRED A MINIMUM OF SERVICE WORK AND THE DEALERSHIP IS TRUSTWORTHY AND VERY HELPFUL. WOULD NOT HESITATE TO PURCHASE ANOTHER PONTIAC IN THE FUTURE.
My Grand Am
BLGodfrey, 08/10/2004
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I like this car. It's sharp and sleek. But, I am a bone deep Honda fan. I thought I could deal with it...maybe that it was just all in my head. But, I'm currently looking another Honda. But, to someone who's never owned a Honda, it's a wonderful car.
the silver bullet
BLG, 09/06/2004
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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it has taken some getting used to b/c i'm used to driving a honda. but, it will be great until i can get out of school. very stylish car.
Great Car
me8976234, 10/20/2004
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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This car is excellent.It is reliable and good on gas.
love it
boomer1, 10/22/2004
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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Have not any significant problems with this vehicle. Some rust below back inside door. Pockets for gravel and dirt to collect in front of rear tires.
Buy the extended warranty
IndianaDC305, 02/20/2005
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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This car was purchased used (1 year old, 20500 miles). It was mostly trouble free until 60000 miles. (Except for front brakes only last about 25000 before needing replacement). At approx. 60000 miles the ignition module needed replaced ($200) then about 50 miles later it required a front hub assembly and an O2 sensor ($550). Approx. 100 miles later the timing chain failed (while idling at a stop light) which caused valve damage ($1900). About 75 miles after that problem the SES light is once again on and I'm sure that will result in once again many $$$ being spent on this car. It is not abused and it is maintained properly. Service is done by Pontiac dealership. Unreliable Lemon!
Good 1st car
Brad, 03/03/2005
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought the car new in 02 and have put 54000 miles on it with few problems. Windshield leaked, which warranty covered. Since then I have had to replace 2 wheel bearings and the brakes squeak since they've been changed. My mechanic says there is nothing they can do to fix that but they've had that problem with most of the Grand Ams they fixed. Overall it has been a very good car for my 1st car out of college. It runs good and looks good for the money.
Zero Quality
cdubcols, 05/06/2005
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had my Grand Am for 2 years now and the drivers seat has broken, the timing chain broke and I had to have the engine rebuilt, the struts rattle, the wheel covers rattle, there have been several electrical problems... serious lack of quality. No foreign car would be on its second engine at 63k.
I love the car
Barb, 05/10/2005
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought this car used and have only had to replace the ignition switch. This has been the only reason it left me walking one time. This car had high mileage but was still in good shape and I have not had any major expenses. I bought a gold one that if the car is dirty you cannot tell!!! I like having enough power to get out of the way of crazy drivers or big trucks.
One underrated car
digitalquirk, 05/25/2005
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I was looking for something bigger than my compact car, and a black Grand Am GT Sedan caught my eye, so I thought, why not try it out? I was impressed. It handled very well and had more than enough power. I turned off the traction control and could easily spin the meaty P225/50R16's. Most importantly, it has awesome stopping power. I thought I wanted a stick shift like my last car, but after driving this car it's clear that the automatic is a perfect match, so I lost the desire to row my own gears. The cockpit layout is very logical. I was quite impressed with the stereo system. Don't be fooled by the horsepower rating; this car has more than enough power. A great car for real drivers.
Poor quality
Brad, 10/17/2005
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had my car for about 4 years and it is now falling apart. The ABS and Traction control are a constant battle. I have had to take the car to the shop 6 times to have them worked on. Now I am having electrical problems. I have a 95 Neon with 130,000 that has considerably less issues then my 02 GA with 62,000. I would not buy another Pontiac.
Don't do it
rodeo3829, 11/01/2006
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I am writing this in order to save at least one person from my experiences with this car. It has been in and out of the shop since purchasing. The car only has 60,000 miles and just this year alone I have put in 2000.00 in repairs, not maintenance but repairs. The car has always been maintained to OEM specifications. The engine light is back on again, that will probably be another 1000.00 Oh and the cruise control light comes on even when the cruise is not on. It goes through brakes every 30,000 all around. Run as far and as fast as you can from this car.
Finally Rid of It!!!!
Former Owner, 12/01/2006
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I just traded my Grand AM in this week. I had to replace the brakes within a month of the warranty expiring. The driver's power window conked out at 20,000 miles, luckily was covered by the warranty. At 40,000 miles the AC quit. This would have been a $1,400 repair bill, so I just suffered the heat in the summer. ( I live in the Northeast where it's cold most of the year, so I was able to live with that). More recently, the radiator needed a $500 repair and 2 weeks ago the catalytic converter went out. Other minor things like leaks of fluid started. Including the AC, I had about $3,000 worth of repairs to make. with only 65,000 miles on it. Never again General Motors!!!
Sad to say bye
Robert Nolan, 12/28/2006
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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this silver 4d gt ram air, all leather,monsoon sound, sun roof, power everywhere, really made a statement,especially after I installed Altezza tail lamps and added some pinstriping. Now this is my wifes car, she is a middle aged teenager,and loved the power,and auto daylight headlights, purchased it at 23,000 miles certified, (just traded it off on a 2005 Chrysler pacifica touring) at 57,000 miles,absolutely a problem free car!!!! added brakes in front and protenza tires, that's it! great gas mileage, I'd have kept it a lot longer, but my wife has been diagnosed with MS and it is a strain to get in and out now, as a sports car are low to the ground. Fun car..but had to go #&^%*@!
Window problems
John, 01/28/2007
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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The electronic window device is of poor quality. The window on the drivers side was repaired twice, and is in need of repair again. The passenger side window has been repaired once.
Frequent Shop Visits
Griff, 01/31/2007
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I have had my GR AM GT since 53 miles on it. I have had to replace brakes 5 times as they are too light for the vehicle. I have blown a head gasket every 60k miles, had the catalytic converter plug. all in all i have put about 8-10 k in repairs in 4 years into this car. trading off this weekend. car has 113k on it now.
BEWARE!
Joro, 03/26/2003
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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Car seemed to be a good deal for the money and the reviews were positive. Actually later found out that is sucks on the Crash test peformed by experts. Also at 20,000 miles needed a new oxygen sensor, and Now I am having front end problems. Feels and sounds like the front end of my car is going to fall off and that the whole front suspension is giving out! All this at the turn of 20,000 miles. What a YUGO deal!
Buyer beware!
Moondaisy, 04/14/2007
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car three years ago with 34,000 miles on it and until last fall thought it was the best car ever. Boy, was I mistaken! The catalytic converter clogged, the O2 senser went, the brakes still have some problem that causes the pads to have to be replaced every 2,000 miles. The timing chain broke, resulting in $1500.00 new engine, the front end needs work, and there is a mysterious electrical problem that is causing power surges and results in the car stall when I idle in drive. I am in the process of trading it in for a Honda! Not interested in another GM right now, for sure!
Great Car
solitaryberry, 05/09/2007
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I love my Grand Am. I am a young mom of two so I didn't really want to be relegated to driving a minivan. This is a great alternative for me. I get great gas mileage, which is important these days. I only spend about $40 a month in gas. It's a really comfortable car to drive and has quite a bit of get up and go. The only problem I have found is that it bottoms out fairly easily if I am not careful.
It only has 4 cylinders?
Adam, 03/08/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought a 94 Grand Am SE sedan as my first car and i LOVE IT! I was a bit upset i could only afford a 4 cylinder but this car can hold its own against most v-6 engines, the car has been forgiving despite my driving habits. The 4 speed auto tranny with a quick pump of the gas will pin you to the seat. The interior is nice, but i wish the front belts werent on the door. I can't really complain, only think about how many tickets a v-6 would've gotten me
Avoid long trips
Ernesto Rodriguez, 03/10/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I drove the car 300 miles, and that trip was not very pleasant as far as driver sit concern, after a couple hours, my butt was telling me get out of the sit, (there is not enough padding, cushion in the sit)and I'm a normal weight guy 170 pnds, and the same comment i heared from other people who has driven that car, for the other hand the car is just fine.
More car than what you expect!
tacmedsolutions, 06/24/2003
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I really like this car. This is the first Pontiac I have ever owned - and it has been fantastic! I have owned a wide range of cars, trucks and suv's and I must say this is just as fun, just as comfortable and in my opinion just as well built as my Mercedes. I have put just over 11000 miles on it - and have pushed the little v6 and the cars abilities as far as I would dare - and found that performance and handling was great. Only problem I've had has been a little section of the trunk weather strip which wants to fall off.
Team Pontiac
jbaker511, 03/13/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I purchased the 4-dr GT1 75th Anniversary Edition about 8 months ago. It has been the best decision I have made. The car absolutly rocks. Everyone that has driven it has been amazed about the great pick up and how smooth it rides. I can not say enough great things about this car.
2.2-L4 ENGINE and MANUAL TRANNY!!
bill 731, 03/17/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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Great car so far,only 600 miles on it so I can give no opinion on reliability.This Ecotec 2.2-L4 engine is so smooth you would think it was a six Cly.And the 5 speed manual Trans.is a perfect mate,we got 35 MPG on only the 2nd fill up.
love my Grand Am
JLG, 05/16/2022
2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I love my little red rand Am 236K miles on it and still going strong.
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