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worth the price
harpe00, 04/08/2008
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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I was looking for an affordable transitional car and found this to be the perfect match. As an upcoming college graduate and moving into the workforce this summer I needed something reliable, dependable and affordable to make the transition.
Great Car
otty, 02/01/2012
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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Great car, still own it and I am at 227,000 km, runs like a charm still. Only regular maintenance required and a yearly oil spray for the Canadian winter to prevent corrosion. Only problem I've had is that my seat has broken
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Great Design But Cheap Parts
Bob M., 05/12/2008
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I could not recommend the 2001 Grand Prix. I bought this 2001 Grand Prix Prix GT Special edition after Owning a 1998 Bonneville. I wanted to upgrade to a sportier car, but still needed four doors. I really liked the design and options--it is pretty much loaded but soon experienced many problems. At 35,000 when I bought the car the steering rack had to be replaced. At about 45,000 wheel bearings started to go. Three so far. Along with both front coil springs breaking--one of them twice(GM parts),tie rods, etc. I don`t mind replacing brakes (even those wear out too fast) and normal wear parts, but these other parts should not wear out so fast. The car always starts and the handling is fine.
piece of junk
jztoronto, 02/09/2012
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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typical pontiac-looks great but the build quality is a joke. there should have been a recall on the rear window reg so we can raise and lower the window like a normal car. if you leave the problem eventually the window will fall out of the bracket and as you drive the window will roll down on its own not fun when its raining and you are on the highway. wipers are a joke never had a car with so many wiper issues. be prepared to replace bearings every two years and the abs light on ever car in america is on in this car. leaks oil, and the tranny is not a good design. radio light burned out, fuel reg is $500
Been good since 140K
cwitty, 12/21/2012
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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Great car. I've owned for a couple years and haven't had too many issues. Currently at 181K miles and I may need some new belts, but other than that, the engine is a haus. Feels like I couldn't do anything other than crash it to stop this thing from running. Best car for the money if you don't mind riding in a pontiac. Took it on a 3k roadtrip in the 170K range, and it made it there and back with only a wheel bearing that needed replaced. Regular problems/maintenance with this car, bearings, brakes (better than most cars), rear windows, some sensor problems, and from my experience and noting others, usually tranny needs to get rebuilt at some point during the life of the car.
Love this car!
PontiacObsessed, 04/17/2017
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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I own a 2001 SE with the 3100. Great car and very reliable! The DEXcool eats the gaskets though so i would suggest getting normal coolant. The interior has some cheap plastics but overall feels very nice. Seats are supportive, Cushy. My radio backlight has gone out after the years. I bought the car for $300 as the past owner wanted it gone. I was looking for a GT but i have to say, This SE is still a great car and is definitely better than the Grand AM which is what i would have gotten if i didnt get my Grand Prix. This car is very large to. Holds plenty in the trunk and the pass through behind the back seat center console is a great feature as well! It has the aggressive look of the GT in the front unlike the 97-00 SE. I plan on putting a GT Bumper on the rear to make it look a bit more aggressive. Overall VERY much worth the price I paid and would suggest this car to anybody! Did I forget to mention that the MPG is good with the 3100 to?
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241,898 Miles and still on the road
Black Label Royalty, 08/22/2022
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I am the third owner of what i affectionately call The Beast and it has been pretty reliable, it got stolen and left for dead and i was forced to drive it and it actually drove great. It sat for a year and started right up, i drove it down to Midas to have some work done and even with a messed-up rear end it got the job done. I'm planning on trading it in soon, will either be on a Cadillac CTS 3.6 AWD or and probably Lincoln MKZ Reserve II with 3.7 and AWD. I have too admit though that it has exceeded my expectations.
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She'll out live me
BeigePoni560, 07/18/2023
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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My car has over 220,000 miles on it. She has only needed a new battery once and new CV axles. (I broke it so my bad). This care is hearty, its been in my family since it came off the lot and has gone thru 7 different owners. Theres little issues like the key get stuck in the ignition but you can blame the teenager with anger issues jamming it haha. Its a joke in my family this car will out live us all and she'll probably do it. I love pontiacs and this car is the best "A to B" and roadtrip vehicle I have driven
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Not Crazy About The SE Model
jackdaniels7070, 07/01/2008
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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Only owned for 9 or 10 months and the problems are starting to mount. Its only at 200,000 Km. The first week of ownership, the transmission started to kick in between 1st & 2nd gear while accelerating, ($2500 repair) it still continues to be a problem but cannon afford to fix transmission, rather deal with discomfort till I buy something better. Head gasket is on the edge of blowing, just driving a short distance and I can smell the dexcool leaking ($1500 repair) on to the hot engine. Power feels weak in the city, very stiff pedal, must apply a lot of force to accelerate. Bushings in the front are flattened, going around turns makes the car feel like its on ice year round ($1000 repair)
Hey It's A Pontiac! What Can I Say?
evnsptc, 10/28/2013
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I ordered this car brand new to my specifications (Special Edition GTP, Navy Blue, Graphite Two-Tone Heated Leather, HUD, Moonroof, I also got an extra set of 3 Spoke Polished Aluminum Rims to go with it) I love this car and will keep it forever!! It has 17K miles (I barely drive it, it's my pride and joy!) It's been a great car to me! Very comfortable, enjoyable/head turning, reliable and it looks great doing so!
2001 grand prix gt
ct, 10/26/2002
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had a lot of trips to the dealer with this car. Trouble with power locks, defroster switch, fan switch, window rattles,and rear spoiler filled up with water. The car also has a rattle in the dash.
car sucks
wolfie47, 11/23/2002
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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bought the car brand new, after 100 miles, body moldings were falling off, after 3500 miles, tranny was leaking, idiot dealer "mechanic" didn't fill it with fluid and let my wife drive around that way. after 4000 miles, fuel pump went out, after 5000 miles, rack and pinion steering needed replacement. now after 13,500 the battery exploded and ate through my paint, then idiot "mechanic" sprayed acid all over my fender and bumper. (don't use dealer service if you can help it) Now i am just waiting for something else to go wrong.
Not a happy customer
Chris, 12/15/2004
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought this car used and I think it had around 45,000 on it. One month later I had to have the transmission replaced. Needless to say, I wasn't too happy, but I did end up getting a GM warranty when I purchased it. Now, about 11 months later, it sounds like it's acting up once again. Get an extended warranty, unless you don't plan on keeping it for very long. And like with all warranty work, the dealers like to take their sweet time getting your car repaired...
i wouldn't buy another older gm model
will, 12/09/2015
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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Well let me first say when I first got this car from a private party and it was a nightmare ,had about 230,000 it was sitting for months it had pine straw and dirt inside of it but that could be. Cleaned but the bad news was the drivability was bad because both bearings were bad and needed replacing,had like 5 engine service lights codes and the transmission keep shifting erratically,oil leaks and intake gasket is cheap the car from the previous owner pretty much left IT for dead but the car had plenty of recalls even had to replace the water pump twice
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