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4.38 out of 5 stars

Governers and Rear seat 60/40 split.

BJ123, 08/09/2003
2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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Ok, I understand the reason for he the governers on the car, They govern Redlining, Top speed, slip shifting on an automatic. No problem, But why does the governer turn off the engine at 106 mph? I normally don't travel at those speeds, but when I took it to the track, It wouldn't perform past 106 mph. Someone owes me money or an explanation, I lost to a 4cyl stick Grand Am, I beat him off the line and in the 1/4 mile but when we went on the oval track I lost. He was able to reach 120mph now how is that fair? Rear Seats, ok now why can't I gain access to my trunk from within the car? The old Grand Am's were able to.

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Nightmare

Dude, 08/23/2009
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I've had this car since it was brand new and it's been nothing but a nightmare to own. I'm now seeing many of the problems I've had from other reviewers, including turn signal clicking when not in use,paint peeling, seals. Two weeks after purchase, the a/c went - needed air compressor and it's been downhill ever since. I only have 31,000 but have had the brake pedal assembly replaced due to car picking up speed, even going up hill, needed 2 batteries replaced in less than 3 mos., sunroof leaked, had ignition cylinder replaced 3 times because car wouldn't start; 3 days after most recent replacement, security light has been coming on while driving and dealership says can't disconnect. Run!

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2.38 out of 5 stars

GranDAMNED

Stupid, 09/18/2003
2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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GrandAM is a nightmare to drive on wet and uneven road surfaces. The vehicle has a tendency to push on left turns and sometimes delivers an abrupt swerve when turning to the left on dry roads. This condition almost caused an accident on the PA Turnpike. GM dealer's repsonse was the typical "couldn't duplicate condition" but refuses to remove the McPherson struts for thorough examination. What ever happened to the old reliable GM Corporation? As a diehard GM fan I am now looking to imports as replacement. Never thought I would see this day!

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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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4.63 out of 5 stars

Love my car, but it has a few quirks.

Jared1987, 06/01/2010
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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Got it used in 2007 and it has been going strong. I love the smooth sporty ride and the tight handling. I haven't had any major problems with it, however, certain things have started to go and with the Grand Am's, it's the little things that kill you. A few months after I bought it my stereo light dimmed and it's hard to see. The seal on my passenger's side door is loose so when it rains heavy my entire passenger's side floor is soaked. My air only works on 3 and above. Now my driver's side window is expendable and refuses to work sometimes. If you live in the Midwest please make sure you have another vehicle for winter. This gets hopelessly stuck in everything 3 inches and above. Bummer!

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5 out of 5 stars

I love my 2003 GrandAM GT!

Raymondray, 01/29/2003
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I got A GrandAM GT1 Sedan,fully loaded. I love the leather seats! I got a beautiful color,"Polo Green Metallic" Which gleams beautifully when the sun hits it. I got the "Moonsoon" sound system which I highly reccomend,the best stock sound system I have ever heard. The 6 cylinder isvery quick,and with the "Ram Air" I got plus I put a K&N perfomance air filter in,it has about 200 horse power,and I have timed my car zero-60 in about 7.5 seconds! Good horse power for a V-6,I can remeber years ago when V-8's had 200 horse power. Over all a great car,I give it a 10!!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Great Car

K Dub, 06/25/2009
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought my car brand spanking new with only 2 miles on it. I've had a few issues with it with a bad fuel pump the catalytic converter went out which was replaced under warranty. I've also had to have the battery replaced. Other than that i've had no other problems with my car I usually change the oil at regular intervals and recently had a coolant flush. It rides great.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great car!

jtrout, 02/03/2003
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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This is a really fun car to drive, my second GA, the last one I had required minimal maintenance and I got 170k miles out of it. Great goodies and price to beat! Would reccomend this car to anyone looking for performance and value in a mid size.

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5 out of 5 stars

THIS CAR IS BETTER THAN A MERCADES!!!!!!

COOL_JAY, 02/10/2003
2003 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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ALL EXPENSIVE CAR DRIVErs!!!!!! BUY A GRAND AM GT SEDAN!!!!!!!!!

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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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