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Used 2003 Pontiac Grand Am Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Happy Owner

LuciaA, 10/30/2003
2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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No quality problems whatsoever. I am enjoying this car. It feels safe and sturdy. I really like the cleaned up body style of the SE...not to mention the power of the 6 cyl.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

A decent car for the money

mfish, 04/13/2008
2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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Bought this car 6/2005, and have 52,000 miles currently. Have the rarer 5-speed, 4 cylinder. Very good on gas; get 31 mpg on highway. Seats are comfortable for long trips too. Engine is peppy and spirited with the 5-speed, which is more in keeping with Pontiac's history. The engine, however, is a little growly (quieter on my Escape). Car is very reliable and have no leaks or major issues. My car has had two issues other owners have complained about: Turn signal stalk needed replacing because it would click after turn, and seams on bottom of all doors needed to be sealed and painted because of rust. Interior build quality not as good as newer GM vehicles. Overall, a good car for less money.

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5 out of 5 stars

My opinion

smiths7482, 12/06/2003
2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

There is a noise that comes from the motor. I took it to the dealership and I was told That is to be expexted that. the factory was not going to fix the problem. They put a new belt on it to see it that helped but the noise is still there.

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4 out of 5 stars

Solid car with great pick up speed.

Jwall, 03/03/2023
2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

This is a nice car that's built right. My only issue is only getting 23 mpg out of av4 cylinder.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Good Car

Good Car, 05/21/2008
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Bought this car with 96,000 Km. Car is reliable and handles great, looks great also. The only main problem I've had with this car is the front end but with our roads its to be expected. They only have to develop a better wheel bearing. Replaced 6 times in 1 and a half years and the wheel bearings are not cheap.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Fuel Pump, Electrical

ERIKKK, 10/17/2008
2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought this car used, with 62,000 miles on it, after i hit the 63,000 mile mark i started having this goofy electrical problem where i would start the car and the radio, Dash...etc...wouldn't turn on. I am able to cope with it, usually it all kicks on about 1 minute after starting. 2,000 miles later the fuel pump went out. I love the car, but the problems are starting to irritate me. The car handle's very nicely, accelerates very quickly and is a comfortable, sharp looking ride.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Been a great car for me

wilkermom, 04/10/2009
2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I have had a great experience with this car. I was especially happy when I moved from to a state where it snows and my car handled incredibly well in the snow. I lived on a very steep hill and my neighbors could not get up the hill in the snow but my Pontiac went right up the hill. This car looks nice,I like how it looks sporty. Handles well,gets good gas mileage. I always thought it was pretty roomy until a car seat would not really fit well in the back seat. Stroller also takes up the entire trunk. I have only had to repair the fuel pump and that was at 125,000 miles. All other work on the car has been just routine maintenance. My only complaint would be that it's little noisy inside

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Mine is Great!

Alml, 01/19/2010
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I purchased my 03 Grand Am new as a left over in Feb. 04. I paid about $7000 less than sticker and it s the best car bargain I ever got. Since I've had I put 53000 NYC miles on it and it's only needed minor normal wear repairs that one would expect for a 03 model. Water pump was the most serious. I do go thru brakes more than I think i should but other than that this car has been good to me and I love it!

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4.63 out of 5 stars

2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT

KWAH, 12/07/2003
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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This is my first GM vehicle. The car drives and runs pretty good. Wind noise is pronounced when driving on a windy day. Gas mileage could be better. The V6 is quick and has lot's of torque. I am pretty satisfied with my purchase.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

hello kitty

seanfine, 07/20/2002
2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful

An excellent package for the price of the car. The quality of the finishes and materials are very high. Car is also very fun to drive and has a nice powerful engine despite being a 4 cylinder.

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