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Used 2003 Pontiac Grand Am Consumer Reviews

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Been a great car for 7 years now

ted, 09/20/2010
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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We were shopping for a Honda Accord when we stopped by the GM dealer, we drove away in a brand new Gt Grand Am with all the bells and whistles for $7000 less than a half loaded 4 cyl Accord. I thought i would pay in the end in repairs but this car has been very reliable, we have just over 170k on it now and have never had any major problems, and the car is stupidly cheap to maintain (no timing belt service to worry about)We have had the most trouble with the power windows, maybe it's the cold Canadian winters that's hard on the window clips (we replaced ours twice now). The car performs well, gets great fuel economy, and we still get complements on the looks! Overall a good solid car for the price.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Good "Fun" Car

D'mon, 02/19/2003
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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Overall a very fun car to drive, I have a few problems with the suspension "popping" when turning or going over bumps. Uppon taking it to the dealership I was informed that it was just body "creaks", and nothing could be done to repair problem. It was sad to be told that I spent $22,000 on a car that creaks. Engine continually revs when cold, even for 20 min or more untill it reaches 200 degrees, seariously cuts mpg.

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5 out of 5 stars

Fun to drive

karpj25, 07/23/2003
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I couldn't be happier it is my firt new car purchase and it is the best thing I could have bought I'm so happy with it if your looking for a fun family car this is it!!!!!!!!!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Domestic Car

Mike Reed, 02/25/2003
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I've been driving a Grand Am GT sedan for six months now and I am very impressed. It's a great car, perfect for everyday needs with some fun on the side. The 3400 SFI is a great engine and very reliable. The pricing of Grand Ams seems to be creeping upwards, but then, it is worth it in my opinion rather than to be driving an Accord with 100 million other people.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

Some problems

Thirtysomething, 09/24/2008
2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I had to replace two or three parts of the ignition switch assembly, the battery, the rotors, the mirror adjustment joy stick, rear main seal, engine cradle (at less than 70,000 miles!), fuel pump, struts & strut mounts, all before 100,000 miles! Even with all of these repairs I plan on keeping it for my teenage son to drive..that way if he wrecks it..it won't be a big loss..

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4.75 out of 5 stars

What a car

m, 08/06/2002
2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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This is the second pontiac Grand Am I have owned and they are great. The first Grand Am-a 94-made it to 199K miles with minimal repairs. I will only buy Grand Ams from now on.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

8

jackpot, 09/01/2002
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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No rust interior cloth no rips air condition power seats power windows power locks

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4.25 out of 5 stars

2003 grand am se

midnite, 08/02/2003
2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I love this car. not too big not too small. I traded in a 2003 Corolla for this grand am. The best part is the smooth pickup with enough power to move out quick if necessary. It is a little too noisy . seems I have to turn the radio up there is so much background noise in the car. and the radio dosn't seem to have good acoustics. Gas milage is 25-28. am happy with this car. I owned a cavelier for 10 years, but enjoy the Pontiac much more . it is a 4cyl twin cam.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Dave's Review

davidw169, 07/29/2003
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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This is the most fun vehicle I've driven in years! It has incredible pick up. I can go from 0 to 60 in about 5 seconds. The handling is far superior to any other car I test drove. Just a wonderful experience.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Long-term review

Jim, 12/03/2008
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I've had the GAGT over 6 yrs/70K miles. Seen many of the typical problems-replace front brakes every 15k, passlock issues, random clicking, leaking intake manifold gasket, etc. When I complained about the front brake servicing to Pontiac corporate, they were minimally helpful. Researching a bit, I found numerous consumer complaints, and several Tech Service Bulletins issues by Pontiac regarding the brakes. One additional item:(might vary by state) in MA, the GAGT is very expensive to insure-same as a BMW, due to repair cost. Many of the negative aspects of the car seem to be related to a corporate philosophy from GM, which with the recent bailout requests seem to run deeper than just the GAGT

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