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Awesome reliable car
donnac, 02/08/2008
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I owned this car for 2.5 years and put 45,000 miles on it with no problems (other than catalytic converter fixed under warranty). When I traded it in, it still had the original brakes with 75% pads left! I never even had to have an alignment! The only things I ever had to do to the car were oil, tires, and wiper blade changes. I did change the spark plugs at 50,000 miles, but only because I wanted to, it didn't need it. Totally amazing reliability for an American built car. Awesome looks, car ran great, I would highly recommend this car to anyone.
Lovable sports car
G WILSON, 10/29/2006
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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My Pontiac is full load.Love my leather heated seats speedometer on wind shield, onstar protection,the body is just hot, more power than i can handle
Great Car; Nice ride
Brandee Benson, 01/08/2007
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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This is an overall great vehicle to own. I have been happy with mine for the 4+ years that I have owned it. I bought it new and have taken good care with maintenance, etc. I get about 30 miles/gal. Things to look for: leak in through vent under the hood by windshield. The gasket just needs to be placed better (cost $25 to fix). It needed new computer part for the heater mechanism at about 40000 miles. Needed to replace wiper motor at about 50000 miles, needed new ABS sensors around 70000 miles. Other than that it has been regular maintenance. If you are looking for a good looking car, good gas mileage, great get-up-and-go, and some roomy interior, this car is for you!
Great Car - Reasonable Price!
Jan, 03/11/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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Just purchased my third Grand Prix GT (I trade every two years). The wide track handling is superb for a car this size, it's roomy, quiet, and comes with a great sound system. A nice looking car that handles great and seats five comfortably. All for right at 20 grand. Now you see why I've bought three!
Still love this car
chris, 07/26/2008
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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Have owned this car for 6 years now. It's still a great ride. Have had some minor issues. Fan switch for A/C & heat broke. Had to install new resistor $200. Windshield fluid motor burned out. Another $200. Brakes were garbage at 35k. Besides that, just the basics. It's a great car. Need to get an SUV for my family. I own 3 cars, but this is the last 1 I'd trade in. It has lots of power, when you need it. Plan on enjoying it for years to come.
Bad car
bigdogdriver, 08/25/2008
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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Bought car for daughter, worst mistake ever. Only 92,000 miles on it and I have replaced the air cond. Unit, alternator and right side head gasket. This car will nickel and dime you to death.
40th Anniversary GT
Shawn3778, 05/12/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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About 1800 miles and no complaints. We love this car. The 40th anniversary package really turns heads. I added a gold pinstipe and tinted the windows. It is sweet. Handles and rides great. Pleanty of room I am 6'4" and have no problem with the interior. Back seats are a little low head room wise. FUN FUN FUN FUN. Buy one if you can find it.
Great Vehicle
Guitar Mickey, 04/04/2003
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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!!!!!!!!!!!
So far So good
new car owner, 11/25/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought this car with the notion that GM products suck. But I couldn't pass the deal that I could get on this vehicle. I like the car a lot and have had no problems so far. The only concern I do have is on Fuel economy. The sticker says 19/29. So far it has been about 16.5 city and 24 hwy. Not what I was expecting.
Disappointed Lemon
Roger V, 03/10/2009
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I was very excited when I bougth this car used. I got the exted=nded warranty on it thank God. Every 6 months a mojor repair. Head gasket, transmission selenoid, intake gaskets, brakes etc. I used to love this car but each year it gets worse and worse.
AMAZING CAR!!!
Scarface, 11/27/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought this car used in August and I absolutly love it. It has great power when you need it but gets excellect milage when you are easy on the gas and best of all, it looks AWESOME!! I recommend this car to anyone who wants a decent size car that is quite quick and not as cheap feeling as the smaller compacts.
Watch your speed
Driver999, 03/08/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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This Pontiac is a real go getter, but watch your speed or the cops will say gottacha. The performance, both passing and stopping is very responsive. However, the interior could use some work. Particularly the cupholder which border on being unusable.
Worth Waiting For-40th Anniversary Editi
bowler558, 02/28/2004
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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I wanted to splurge on a new vehicle, and after doing some research, I decided to order a 40th anniversary edition. Ordered in August of 2001, following my order through production, it finally arrived in November of 2001. Always a head turner, I only know of one other in the state of Delaware. It has been a pleasure to drive (been to Texas 3X) and gas milage is exceptional considering the engine size and supercharger. It came fully loaded, but I did get the optional heated seat and sunroof. Surprisingly, these are the only items that have needed repair, and fortunately covered under warranty.
Great Car!
BrittaniMcD, 08/10/2010
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought this car when my daughter was about 4 months for the extra space, a 2dr Civic just wasn't working out anymore! So far it has been a great car, it has about 176,000 miles on it but runs like it's new! I would highly recommend this car, especially to new moms switching from a small car to a bigger one but still wanting something 'sporty'!
Please don't buy one
Redeye, 08/10/2008
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I wish I'd never heard of Pontiac. My wife had a grand am - kept blowing head gaskets My son has a grand prix, same thing plus a loud knock, engine replaced Hard to keep pontiacs running. Company probably won't be running much longer.
AWESOME!
Kari Apel, 06/09/2004
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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This car is an extremely fun and sporty vehicle to drive, especially for families. This is a terrific vehicle for all purposes-taking the kids on trips, hauling things with the fold down back seat, cool looking "mom" car yet luxurious at the same time. Couldn't get a better car for the price category and I doubt you could get much better if you increased! Pontiac has a good product in its inventory.
Pontiac: two words you lose
GTtoGTO, 10/09/2010
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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when i first bought my GP it had 106K on it and now currently has 184K the performance even with the N/A 3.8 is very adequate and can only be better from the aftermarket. I've had a few issues over the last 4 years with it needed a new sway bar, steering rack, shocks, head gasket, intake gaskets. I've had many vehicles with far less miles on them and far more problems. Even after it all the car was worth fixing the amount of fun the car offers far out weights the cost(did the repairs myself cost about $1200). I live in central new york and the car has no rust Amazing! it has hooked me on Pontiacs forever hopefully the car will last that long because Pontiac no longer exists if you can buy 1
lovin the ride
ibike, 05/23/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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i took a chance on this car as opposed to the camaro. glad i did. with 200HP and 225 FPT you really can't go wrong. i have run a few times against mustang, BMW, Benz, acura.... beat em all with a stock domestic! the only thing i would have done differently would be to opt for the GTP. once you drive one you will wish you could add a supercharger!
Everything you'd want in an American car
JHD, 12/11/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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I decided to buy the loaded GTP as soon as I test drove the vehicle. Since this was my first new car, I did quite a bit of market research. Sure the Nissan looked great. Sure the Honda looked great. But I'm from Detroit and foreign cars just don't cut it in this town. This car has everything I could possibly want. Lots power, great looks, and terrific handling in rain and snow. On top of everything else, I feel proud to support America by buying American products. God Bless the USA. I'd also like to thank Edmunds.com for all the great information they supplied to make my car shopping easy. This site is great! Keep up the good work.
Falling apart
spiffy, 07/27/2004
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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Have had the transmition replaced twice, alternator, water pump, air compressor, brake callipers, starter, etc...all replaced at least once in 2 years. I could go on forever. The thing falls apart. I will never buy a ponitac again, and i won't let anyone i know get one either. warranty was good but my car was in the shop more than i drove it.
Great Car
GPGTP, 11/15/2010
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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My GTP is awesome. I love the supercharger and the mileage. I get 24 mpg combined. Would recommend to anyone.
Never own one again
Tara, 03/09/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I am a 17 yr. old female and bought my 2002 off the showroom floor. The biggest mistake I have ever made was buying that car. Yes it looks nice and will get on it but I will never buy a Pontiac again. After the first 1,000 miles it does not run the same. My horn has the tendency to go off without me pushing it. There are all kinds of sounds coming from the panels. I work at a Ford dealership and I have never seen a vehicle cheaper built than Pontiacs. I will be switching back to ford this year.
gtp for me
joe snapper, 04/24/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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overall a fine car with great exterior styling and features per dollar.
Best new car I've owned in over 50 years
mike angelo, 09/24/2009
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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I get over 30 mpg on highway 24 in city. Hot foot wife does much worse. Outside of battery, brakes tires, and oil changes, have had NO repairs in first 140,000 miles. Needed to replace oil pan gasket but delayed it until now. Oil is still cheaper than the repair. Suddenly the motor mount went bad. (Supercharged models use one less mount) which caused front axle boot to go. While it was apart replaced water pump which was still OK. Wife loves the car, I'm a van person so I feel cramped in it but it is fun to drive and the boost is great when needed. Tried using premium fuel but saw no gain in hp or mpg so have used regular since then with no problem.
Good overall, just needs less plastic
Adam Blayton, 12/11/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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Great car, had 99 Grand Am which was totaled, wanted new pontiac. Love the looks, plenty of power with 3.8l 200hp. After owning a VW, the difference in interior quality is very apparent. Pontiac interior is nice, but needs to lose the plastic feel, nothing wront with plastic, but in moderation!
Nice car
jbjq, 01/20/2008
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought my 2002 Grand Prix off eBay in 2004 after my 1999 Grand Prix was totaled. It had about 32,000 miles on it. All was well until 2007 when I spent $3500 in maintenance including $2300 for a new transmission. So maintenance is getting expensive. I have 68,000 miles on it now. But since I paid $11,000 for it I still feel like this vehicle is a good value.
I loved her til the end
Athena, 04/05/2005
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I recently turned in my '02 Grand Prix GT Sedan. It was my 3rd Grand Prix in a row since I lease every 3 years. It was a wonderful car - great pickup, good in the snow, roomy inside, big trunk, good sound system & overall fun to drive! I had to have a few items replaced near the end of my lease (water pump, door hinge, entire new sunroof) - but nothing was earth shattering & all was covered under the warranty. I would have purchased it when my lease was over but the price GM wanted me to pay was $3,000 over blue book value!!! Wake up GM!!!
nothing but comfort
sonnyphysh, 01/05/2003
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought a 2002 Grand Prix SE. I do alot of long distance road trips, and this seemed to be the ideal car for the bucks.Very comfortable on the long runs, with plenty of cargo room. This SE model has the 3.1 engine, which is pretty sluggish with 3 average persons in the car. Engine noises a month after my puchase( needs pistons ). Thats a bad start, for a car loan. I should have bought the GT with the 3.8L, or just stayed away from Pontiac all together.Stay away from the SE models.
GOOD JOB GM
GOOD GM PRODUCT, 01/21/2010
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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I have owned this car for 2 1/2 years now and has been trouble free other than the intake gaskets. Great looks for an old car and the acceleration for a 6 cylinder is great. Fun to drive. For a inexpensive GM product I give it a very good overall rating.
Beats the Mustang GT
TheRookGRIMM, 01/09/2003
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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My wife owned a Grand Prix GTP and she traded it in on a Mustang GT convertable. She misses her Grand Prix so she drives my 40th Anniversary GTP regularly. If they made a Grand Prix convertable she would never have bought the Mustang. By the way when we both opened them up on the freeway my 4 DR Full size sedan 240 HP Supercharged GTP engine stayed right with her compact 2 DR convertable V-8 260 HP GT. I am sure if added a couple of the available kits I would be blowing away most the hot cars. I have to laugh at the Honda's with their big exhaust pipes thinking they can keep up.
Good for me!
Very Happy!!, 01/22/2010
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I have owned my car now for 5 years and I bought it with 60,000 miles on it. This is a very good running car and is great for the family. My car now has 196,000 miles on it and runs better than the day I bought it! For those who care the gas mileage is great as well as comfort and performance! I use castrol GTX high mileage and have since purchase. I think this may help with how well it still runs.But other than that the only thing that i have had a problem with is my back speakers, they only work when the car sits in the sun at about 80 degrees outside!!
Best full size sedan for the money
TheRook, 01/09/2003
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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It is time foreign car buyers take a look at the Pontiac Grand Prix. I have owned three and they have been as reliable as any German or Japanese car I owned. I think that the Japanese cars are overrated and overpriced. A GP is under $30,000 and yet it has many features you will not find on higher priced cars. The 240 HP supercharged engine six gives plenty of power but it also gives great gas mileage. The GTP has leather seats, heads-up display, chromatic mirror, computer to indicate warnings, gas mileage, oil life, and more. The ride is very comfortable and quiet. The wide track makes you feel secure even on wet or slick surfaces.
Best Looking Car on the Road
Gary C, 08/21/2005
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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I think the 2002 Grand Prix competes with the big boys in looks. Actually, I like the design better than the later model design. It also added the 2002 Nascar championship to its resume. What really amazed me about my car with the 3.1 was that I got 33 mpg in pure interstate driving coming home from the dealer. In five mileage checks, I averaged 26 in town. I could not be more pleased with performance. The comfort level is very good especially with the four way driver seat control. I was not used to having automatic controls on everything and that is really nice. The security system is also a nice plus.
Twisted Thoughts
Sonny, 01/19/2003
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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I was always a 2 door sports car kind of guy, but this 4 door Grand Prix SE is very sharp looking to the human eye.Chicks dig the car, and it has alot of room in it.Very comfortable for the long drives.However, I now hear engine noise at 25000 miles, The dealer said the pistons need to be replaced, and this is common in this model of car.Who needs to buy a new car and have this kind of problem right off the bat??? I always have second thought about this car.Talk to the service dept. in Pontiac before buying this car.I never beat on my vehicles, so tthink about it.Thank god for warranty.
Cool hoop
Chris, 05/13/2006
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I have had this car for about 2 years. It has about 40,000 miles on it and has been very reliable. My only complaint is that the body moldings on the two rear doors are separating from the door. Also, the front air cowl is too low and hits the parking curbs. All in all, this has been a very good car for me.
Underestimated
Ghengis, 09/30/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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Under valued for its performance and raw appeal. The GTP has everything a yupie could want and your teenage son.
Excellent
Coqui, 03/21/2003
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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The car is a great car. It has a very smooth ride like that of a Cadillac. It has good fuel economy as well.
First Grand Prix, but not the last
Captain, 06/04/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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We have owned practically every Pontiac made from the Sunbird to Bonneville. We purchased a '02 GP 4dr and absolutely LOVE IT! The gas mileage can be outstanding, but with even minimal "heavy foot syndrome" it cuts into the old average. I have had mpg as high as 37, but other times we experienced 22 (winter months town driving). The engine is rock solid, but there seems to be some excessive noise coming from the alternator. I have heard this on other Pontiacs and it isn't going to be a problem, just is a little noisy and then goes away. Should have heated mirrors and passenger seat. Cup holders too small.
Easy-To-Smoke 'em!!
BigDipper, 06/05/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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Purchased my 2002 GTP Sedan in March and did not get a real "feel" until I took a road trip..... AWESOME! I've owned a couple of dozen cars, including performance cars, and this one takes the cake! I don't care what speed you're traveling, stomp the pedal and this monster JUMPS! I luv playing with Mustang GT's!
excellent
Billy, 04/03/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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EXCELLENT CAR!!
excellent
billy, 04/03/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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EXCELLENT CAR!!
2 Years of love so far
Scott, 08/19/2009
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl S/C 4A)
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This car was bought in 2007 with 60k on it and never a problem other than a waterpump. The engine is strong as a horse for only 6 cylinders thanks to the supercharger. Highly recommend this vehicle to others.
Grand Prix SE1
Justin26, 05/04/2003
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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Great car... love it, though I'd rather have a GT.
Looks Better Than It Runs
The Fastest lemon, 01/03/2009
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I've had my 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT Sedan for three and a half years. My Dad handed it down to me after he lost use of his right leg to cancer and I hit a deer with my '93 S-10. For the first three years I've had it, it gave me no problems and I like the way it looks, especially in black, sleek and sinister, the fog lamps, spoilers, and dual exhausts don't hurt either. It was pretty fast and fuel efficient, but it turned into a piece of crap once it had 115,000 miles on it. The windshield wipers stick up when they're turned off, the tail-break lights don't work, you could time it's acceleration to highway speed with a calendar, the windows don't work, and it guzzles gas like a V8.
97 GT Sedan
Ronaldo, 03/01/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I've got over 80k miles on my '97 GT Sedan. Rack and pinion assembly had to be replaced at about 50k. Some occasional minor rattling in the dash and an annoyingly short range for the keyless remotes that several dealers were unable to fix since the car was new. Other than that the car is great and I may buy another one when they redesign it possibly next model year. 3800 V6 drivetrain is fantastic, plenty of reliable power, easy to work on too.
Best thing since sliced bread
blaze5222, 08/01/2011
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I just bought my wife a 02 grand prix gt.... and it rocks.... sure since it is used and has about 65000 miles on it.... there are a few minor issues... but for a used car, I never would have thought I would feel safe sending my wife the 150 miles to the beach without me..
We've had ours for 8 years now..
oldies4me, 04/14/2011
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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Still low miles, but we can really Haul in it- we should have a SUV!- I mean 25 gal water, a cooler, tools, clothes, bedding, two dog kennels (in back seat of course!) and other stuff for going to our lakelot half the summer.. We had experience with the 3.1 v6 in a Corsica which went well over 100000 miles,; this one has about 80000 so far (retired; don't drive a lot anymore).. The nice surprise was fuel economy- 37 on a trip going 65-75 mph most of the way. Solid, great handling, loves to cruise at 70+.. Trouble? None- just did brakes first time. If I could find a cherry GTP coupe I'd keep it as a collectible!
Reliable Car
samryan, 06/21/2002
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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We have had this vehicle for a few years now and have been very happy with it. Only problem we had was the brakes and rotors needed to be replaced (covered under warranty) however, for a car with low mileage and only a two years old, this should not have happened.
600 miles to a full tank of gas
dcharger, 03/24/2011
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix SE 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 4A)
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love the car, got 209,000 miles on it now,,car was great on gas, but now have trans problem, and some motor problem, but after running it and dumping money in it, i still like it,, but like everything, it dont last forever, smooth ride, never cared for GMs, but this was the only good car i think they made, well thats that
WORST CAR!!!
unhappy, 04/25/2010
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 4dr Sedan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought the car in 2009. It only had 63000 miles on it. I thought it would be good for a 2002 model vehicle. The interior has cheap plastic. I only got to put 8000 miles on it when there were too many problems to list in order to fix this chunk of metal GM called a car. It did run fairly well. But I was unsure how reliable it would have been on longer trips other than around town. I will NEVER buy another pontiac vehicle.