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Lettie Marchand, 09/20/2003
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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when i go too fast it shakes really bad. Its the steering wheel.
its ok
joe18466, 07/17/2004
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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nice car for the money
awsome car
argentinegirl, 08/21/2004
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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this is a great car for that first timer drives great rides great the only thng it does kinda suck down the gas but not to bad
Pontiac Grand Am 2003
George Valenti, 10/30/2003
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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This car is an excellent moderatly priced vehicle. It comes with many of the most asked for features standard. The most fun is when you step on the gas.
Pontiac Grand Am SE2
cmcbmh, 08/28/2004
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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We purchased two of the Grand Am SE 2 within a week. The first experienced a module going which affected the anti lock braking mechanism. The part had to be ordered. It also had th electronic board in the dash go after 2 months. This made the tachometer freeze. Tehb 2nd car went 3 months and then had the same antilock braking module go. Be wary of this.
Sporty Fun
shilling, 09/14/2004
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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The 2004 Grand Am is a fun to drive responsive car that draws attention. For it's size it is comfortable and provides ample leg and head room.
Questionable Tranny and Bad Interior
timhda, 09/21/2004
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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We just recently purchased this vehicle and already the tranny (automatic) when going from 1st to 2nd goes cu-clunk. The interior seems to be made for about a buck fifty, but I do like the red dash lighting, but the cd player won't play CD-RW or MP3...what's the point in having it...it's like a tease. Overall though I do love the car, it's a sexy beast on the outside, great trunk space, smooth ride (outside the cu- clunk thing), great pickup, inexpensive V-6, handling is superb, nice accurate cruise control, decent stock speakers, not enough storage compartments...overhead storage for glasses or something would be nice
Pontiac Grand Am
Jayo, 11/05/2003
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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This is my second Grand Am. I like it because it is available as a 2 door, very dependable, fun to drive, good on gas, and an overall good value for the money, and it flies. I have only had to change oil and change brake pads/shoes on my previous Grand Am.
pontiac grand am 2004
father owns 2, 10/04/2004
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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rough ride - noisy cloth seats of poor quality we also own a 2001 gt1 grand am. seems to be built better and rides better
She's a great Pontiac
Guitarlust213, 10/06/2004
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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She's actually a white SE1 (SE2 was the only option in this sites menu) with the V6, 16" wheels and spoiler. Had her for several months. Got her used with 13000 on the odomoter, she's now at 22000+. Took her round trip 1400+ miles one time to Nevada from west Oregon. Lots of top speed action on the "middle of nowhere" roads. :-) Cornering is great. Stopping is great. Her only flaw would be wet weather traction. The 16's with the Goodyears need hot, dry pavement. But she's a good car. LTaken lots of coastal trips. Fun, reliable, attractive car. It easily beats most imports (i.e. wannabe racers) off the line, and gets decent mileage. Overall, good ride.
Best car that I have owned
ROBERT, 06/07/2009
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I love my Pontiac Grand Am its too bad that there not going to make any more Pontiacs. The car gets great gas mileage and it is very peppy especially when your passing someone on a two lane road. What I dont like about it it has to many cup holders and the rear cup holder that folds out you cannot place any cup in the holder without it spilling onto the floor.
Good but not great
chad, 03/02/2010
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought my grand am gt 2 months ago and love it for the most part. It really runs well and has a thrill factor to it. I would like a little more power though. The ram air is a joke and im looking into cold air intake. Car guzzles gas like a v-8. It is important not to run cheap gas in these cars as your performance will suffer. Dont get me wrong i love th e car but pontiac cant seem to get enough power out of a 6- cylinder engine. Should be faster than it is. Any model but the gt is a waste of money.
Love this car !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Kenda, 04/16/2005
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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Overall i love this car. I bought a 96 grand am in 1999 and i loved it so much when i traded it in, it was for another grand am gt.I do have to say the first GA was built better, never had any noise, but with my 04'GA there was a rattle noise...come to find out it was the rear bumper (a screw was loose). I just hope that when i get ready to trade this one in, Pontiac will still be making the Grand Am Gt Coupe.
My car
HadesWarrior, 10/26/2004
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I am a highschool student who just recently purchased a 2004 Pontiac Grand Am. What can i say, i love this car. It has nice pick-up, looks nice, and runs great. THe only thing i dont like about it is, after playing my subwoofers for a while, there is a rather annoying rattling comming from inside of the dash somewhere. But that is my fault, not the cars.
GREAT CAR IF YOU GET A GREAT DEAL.
ARTIE, 11/06/2003
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I HAD THE 1999 SE GRANDAM AND WENT INTO THE 2004 GT. I REALLY LIKE PONTIAC'S GRAND AM'S. CAR HAS A REALLY GOOD REBATE. HAVN'T HAD THE CAR TO LONG BUT PAST EXP. WITH GRAND AM'S I'VE ENJOYED. OLD ONE'S ( LIKE MY 99 ) BRAKES WERE BAD. I CAN FEEL AN IMPROVEMENT WITH THIS 04. GOOD CAR FOR ALL AGES.
LOvin iT
jte7690, 11/08/2004
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I got this car from my dad. It runs great but i think it could run smoother. There is a bunch of room for an 17 year old and his friends. Gets people's attention when driving.
Looks over quality
lovehatesit, 09/18/2012
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I purchased this vehicle back in '07 it was working perfect up until about a year of having it all was well until I noticed some things going out and as murphy's law fix one thing another breaks. hazard switch was the first, then the breaks, then the bearing, electrical issues, a/c, wont turn over on hot days, heat goes on smells like gas, and now my window motor. this car is a beauty....but on the in-inside its all falling apart and i cant afford another vehicle let alone the repair costs. Dont bother to get this car if you REALLY want one, you can buy mine $12k.
My 3rd Grand Am
BCR, 11/05/2003
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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This is my 3rd Grand Am and the best one I've owned. I finally got everything I wanted with this one... leather, XM Radio, Ram Air V6, shiny chrome rims... which were not available when I purchased the last 2 cars. I get compliments every day on this car!
Grand Am
Gand AM, 12/21/2004
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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Compared to most imports I have driven the Grand Am handles better than most and has enough power to be sporty. The only problem I have is the automatic transmission and the hesitation when attempting to accelerate to pass a slow foreign car in front like a Camry or Nissan.
amazing quality
Micha, 12/21/2004
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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This is my second Pontiac Grand Am and I love it. It does not give you an iffy feeling on driving distances, it is very reliable, little maintainance needed. I would recommend this kind of car to anyone at any time.
I love it
KKKHaze, 09/04/2006
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I love my car. This is my second Grand Am and have had absolutely NO trouble with either.
HOT PERFORMER AND FAMILY CAR
MTINDYFLINT, 01/10/2004
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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THIS IS MY FOURTH GRAND AM, AND THEY ONLY GET BETTER. THIS IS THE SECOND CAR I BOUGHT THAT HAS NOT HAD TO GO BACK TO THE DEALER FOR CORRECTIVE SERVICE.THE OTHER ONE WAS, YOU GOT IT, A GRAND AM.
Not Half Bad
GM man, 11/21/2010
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I was forced to buy this car as the result of a divorce. Other than that bad taste fact the car has performed very well. Purchased new in 2004 and now has 97K on it. Have replaced battery, brakes, tires, front wheel bearing and the turn signal switch. Not to shabby if you ask me. Have had a couple of interior pieces break in the last year but its cosmetic and easy to replace. My son has inherited the car now and loves it. Do your scheduled maintenance and most cars will serve you well. I won't buy new again because I hate taking the hit when I want to change cars. Buying used you have to be careful and have a mechanic you trust check it before you buy it. Maintenance records great.
Good performer for the money
paulg, 11/13/2003
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I traded in my fully loaded Nissan Altima V6 for a V6 Grand Am when I was forced to lower my car payments. I am not disappointed with this car, I like the 3.4 V6 in my Grand Am. I work in Sales and drive approx 30,000 miles a year. I would recommend this car it has been a good reliable partner on the road.
Okay for the price it's worth
Ohio, 02/05/2005
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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My expectation for the Grand Am was "fuel for the soul", sporty and something that can satisfy your needs. However, It didn't quite do that for me after awhile, it was short-term. I became unimpress with the overall quality and performance. The center console along with everything else in the interior feels extremely cheap. The exterior is okay, the only thing that bothers me is the emptiness and gaps of the plastic moldings, it can really make the engine very dirty during the winter with salt and dirt which I notice when driving during this season. Engine performance is acceptable, a lot of low end torque but it disappears at higher revs (no top end). After awhile, the car feels old =(
It Is What It Is
suburbancollegekid, 03/09/2007
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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My 18th birthday present. Purchased for $12,500 with 13K on the odo. Only a two year old car at the time. Grand Ams are overlooked because they are last-gen and built on 90s tech, but all around they are great and sized just right. You can't beat the bang for your buck with a Grand Am. Good performance around town & on the highway. I picked my SE1 b/c it didn't have the nasty plastic side body panels. Mine is just like the one in the Edmunds' picture.
2004 Grand Am
Dan, 10/10/2005
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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This is a great car! Drives and handles like a charm. Not my first pontiac. Many more to come!
Need to fix that security light issue!
thatsudduthgirl, 08/13/2008
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I love my car, but lately, if I turn off the car to run into the store (example), I have to leave the key turned on for 10 MINUTES to get that stupid light to go out so I won't be late for work!! This is ridiculous! I have already planned to start leaving earlier for work, as I have kids to drop off and errands to run. Too costly to have it fixed and the gas mileage SUX!!!
Fun car
mike in virginia, 11/08/2005
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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This is the first I have owned and so far its been a great car. I like the g6 it just lacks in body style. My own opinion GM should have just revamped the grand AM a few more ponys under the hood wouldnt hurt. the 3400 is dependable but a super charged offer would be nice.
Fun to drive but some issues
prettybuez28, 12/28/2008
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I purchased this car in July of 07'. Loved it when I laid eyes on it. I have had some issues as far as repairs go. An ignition control sensor went out 1 month after I bought it. That was about $500. About 2 months later had the wheel berring and traction control sensor go in the left front, that was about $300. And the last thing was kind of expected with 65,000 miles about 1 year later. Had a fuel pump go out. That cost about $500. All those things were just basic maintaince but still expensive. Other then those things my car has been a great car and expensive on gas with the higher prices.
Driving Excitement
Judith, 01/22/2008
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I had purchased this vehicle in October 2006. I traded in my 1996 Pontiac Grand Am gt for it. I walked into the showroom and I fell in love with this car when I laid my eyes on it. It looks and drives awesomely. It hauls. People have underestimated this car until I have proved it.
Horrible GrandAm
Lexie837, 11/25/2003
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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This is the worst car we have ever bought. We will not only not ever buy another pontiac but we will tell all of our friends how bad this car really is.
last but not least
scott, 03/05/2005
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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Pontiac seems to be on the right track.This car is affordable, fun,and sporty. As a coupe model in black this car looks right.
Best purchase I made.
Doe, 09/22/2009
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I happened to walk onto a car lot just browsing and laid eyes on this car and had to have it immediately. It was used with 80k miles for 7000 dollars at the time. I grabbed the car up, since then I added a K&N air filter and new 17' rims and low profile tires and omg yes 2 12' subs in the trunk. Awesome Car. I love the way the car handles and feels while driving it. Working on dual exhaust and a new paint job because white isn't my style, but over all that car is hot. No mechanical problems and I keep maintenance up on the car.
Best Car Ever Owned
Mark, 02/04/2006
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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We looked all over for a good reliable car. I made the whole deal over the phone, got it for 3600 less than asking price. This is the first Grand Am we ever owned. Only had it for a month and so far its been great. Does have rattle in front-end, replaced the front bushings (recall campain on it.) Not sure what the other noise is, in shop having looked at. Over all performance is great. We have the SE1 with 3.4 V-6. Love this car. I would buy another. So far no major problems, just a little rattle in the front end. Gas mileage could be increased by a few tricks, but thats still coming!
RaRa's GrandAmSE1Sdn
Mark R, 04/07/2005
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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We have found the Grand AM SE1 Sedan to be a thrill to drive. We would definitely recommend the V-6, as we are partial to the torgue of the larger engine. The car is very reliable, has a the basic power options, and handles well for a mid-size sedan. Comes with all-season touring tires that are also speed rated, which adds to the handling of cornering. It's a great little performer. It's not the G6 though, it's 25 ponies short, although I prefer the Grand Am design over that of the G6.
Best Thing to Come From Detroit in Years
jonesm, 12/04/2003
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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Well, this is my second Grand Am of the same body style. The first was lost in an unfortunate accident. 50MPH into a stationary object and all parties walked away. I don't know what standards the IIHS uses, but clearly this is a safe vehicle. With 170 horsepower, the V6 puts on a good show. Plenty of power, but not too much. Off the line, it's quick and the automatic is smooth. Interior leaves a little to be desired, but it's an American car, let's face it. The controls are VERY easy to read. The road manners on this car rival even the best Europe has to offer. As a BMW 325I owner, I can tell you it's very close.
Great Car Would buy Another!!!!!!!!!!!
bobby, 10/14/2005
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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Got This car 7mo ago it is a 2004 pontiac grand am v 6 3.4. the car rides smooth and is a great car never had to put anything into this car just gas, and just change the oil thats it. this car is a very reliable vehicle.fun to drive. Would recommend to anyone.
Excellent car
coolness4me, 02/18/2004
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought this car last month. So far, It has been the best car that I have ever owned. I got a great deal on it. If I ever buy another Pontiac again, which is highly likely, I will again give Pontiac Master of Augusta the first chance to sell it to me. It does not get good gas mileage at all, but it is a V6 so I didn't really think it would. I love the interior design! My baby's car seat fits perfectly in the back seat while leaving plenty of leg room up front. I also love the exterior design of the car...kind of reminds me of the newer Ford Mustangs only with 4 doors and more get up and go.
Grand Am Fan
Grand am fan, 11/26/2005
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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Good Car, reliable, peppy v6, I would buy another for my wife if she needed one
A Great Car
FireyRedHead, 02/23/2004
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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After having test driven a Nissan Sentra and Altima, also the Pontiac Grand Prix, I found this car to be the best handling and the most fun to drive. The pick-up speed for getting on the freeway is exceptional, as living in the Bay Area CA, that type of speed is needed at times. Also the ride is extremely smooth even on the roughest road...Excellent buy
Security system light probs
sjclark, 07/13/2010
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I have loved my car for the last 5 years i have had it, but then slowly I am starting to have probs. The security light flashes and I do the "10 minutes, keep your key in the ON position" and it goes back to normal. I did have to finally replace the pass lock cylinder which GM swears they are the only ones that can fix this. $500 later it's fixed, but its been 3 years and I am starting to have those probs again! Very frustrating. Other than this issue, I love my car.
Great Car
miami, 12/11/2003
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE2 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I think that this car is a real joy to drive and I like all the standard features I think the red dash lights are different. Good power for a six. The price with 3,000 rebate was right in my price range
upgrade with $2000 or buy another car.
fabian gutierrez, 02/11/2006
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I had my car for a year and a half. 2 crashes,(one major and one minor damage) overall still look and handle like new. I have upgade it with boral Exhaust ($750 installed)cold air intake ( $200 installed) better wires, spark plugs, pulleys,ect, and tweak the engine.($700 installed) The rest was spent on non performce parts. any ways my car now rates 235 HP and 245 lb-ft trq.I never had any problem but I take care of it really well. I live in Cali, so in the hot days the temp go's over 215 F in engie. good gas and low noise. good space back and trunk. small for people ove 6'3''. my dad can't fix. any way the point is with that extra 2000 you could buy a better car. I still beat civics, accords, cavs
Still running strong
The Grandy, 03/20/2019
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT1 4dr Sedan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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I now have 216,XXX miles on the red beast. She’s still trucking along, slow and steady. I drive it like a grandpa, proudly, and it keeps ticking for me. I hope it’ll keep going to 300k!
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It's a shame they stopped making them.
Brandon, 02/24/2019
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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I've owned this car for 6 and a half years, it got me through high school and college, and almost a year afterwards. A really excellent purchase. Besides the security issue with this car, as many other people here have pointed out, I've had one wheel bearing go out at 105,000 miles. To put this in perspective, I got the car with 98,000 miles on it, and it made it to 205,000 miles through 6 and 1/2 years until I slid and totaled it in the snow just recently (damage wasn't terrible, just no value left to it). And I consistently got roughly 30 MPG with it on mostly highway/backroad driving. The handling was always sharp too, but with the 4 cylinder there really wasn't much power behind it. I just wish they still made these, I would buy again.
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awesome
chris davis, 01/01/2004
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
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my experience with the grand am has been great
good first car
RanLeBlanc, 04/17/2006
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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Have the car for 2 years and no problems. Not as good on gas as I expected.
Love this car!
mike_65_, 07/08/2008
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE1 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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Bought this car a month ago and really am pleased with it. It handles much better then the 1997 Chev Lumina I had. It is fun to drive and is very good on gas and has great pep for a 2.2L. I get lots of compliments on the styling of the car. The graystone metallic is just my color.
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4 cyl (Automatic)
teh_banditto, 04/30/2013
2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr Sedan (2.2L 4cyl 5M)
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Frankly, I do not believe the negative commenters, I have had mine for 14 months, and it has been a very reliable vehicle, granted I have ran into some rarely occuring transaxle problems, otherwise it's a strong, car with a peppy motor