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Was a good ride
Randall Kakara, 11/12/2015
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My wife, average height always complained about blind spots. We bought the car new in 2005 and got 10 good years out of it, but I can never say it was a comfortable ride, esp as WE got older. It became painful on my back to sit in on long trips, and we both had some difficulty climbing out of it as compared to an SUV
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favorite car in 26 years of driving
Scott, 12/06/2009
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Ok, i have had a lot of cars! 3 brand new ones and 25 used. This is my first Pontiac but I have had many GM's. The first time i drove it i new i was going to buy it. Sounded good, seats and interior are like a cockpit of a jet plane. The only negative is its really hard to accelerate without the front tires breaking loose. This is my favorite vehicle of all time. I would highly recommend this car to anyone that likes a sporty sedan with a great motor, great looks, great comfort, and a great exhaust sound.
Lots of looks
Larry Carson, 02/13/2006
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my GXP in Octber of 2005. I love this car. I get a lot of looks and finger pointing. My wife said it makes me look and act younger. Very fun car to drive.
Really good starter car
Colby Barbour, 08/27/2020
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car with 194,000 miles and now it has 218,450 miles. The radio and back right window motor was replaced around 100,000 miles. Car runs smooth and it starts pretty good in cold conditions. One problem I have had while owning it is the dash rattling. Whenever this car goes up my driveway which is dirt here in virginia, everything starts to rattle. this car is in almost perfect condition.
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Nice looks and powerful engine but...
Josh, 11/03/2008
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The looks of this car is what sold me. Beautifal car. I was looking at an 2002 Trans Am, but couldn't find one in good enough shape for the price. Bad things - at 40,000 intermediate steering shaft needed replaced, I guess this is standard as I have seen it many times in other reviews. Leaks from either the windsheild seal or from the antena are common. Water comes through the front dome light, luckily right into the cup holder. Brakes have become horrible, pads are at half wear and squeel noticeably loud, probably due to the drilled rotors. Significant rattle coming from the undercarriage, maybe exhaust? Only happens when in 'Drive', shift to neutral and the noise disappears.
Dark Cherry GXP
Brian, 06/11/2006
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Lots of power with torque-steer, I always say hold on when you put the pedal down. Over-all it's a fun to drive but it does drink fuel even it you drive it normal. Road ruts created by the large trucks seem to whip the car from side to side. My 03 chev had no problem with the ruts, this car does. I'm totally shocked that I need to repair my front brakes at only 25,000 miles considering 90% of the miles are HWY driving and that I really am gentle on my brakes.GM not willing to do anything about the brakes even so it's still under warranty.
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commander, 04/13/2006
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I hav owned this car almost a year and have loved it since day one. This is not one of those cars that you will regret owning several months later.
numerous problems
Paul, 06/15/2009
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
bought this car new, now has 76K. Have replaced front hub, needing 2nd rear wheel speed sensor, and heads-up display is out. This car has left me stranded on the road 3 times with electrical or fuel problems that they cannot find, always in hot weather, stop and go, driving. Acts like something going thermal. Left me sitting in Nashville for a weekend the first time. Now the front end is falling apart. It will probably be gone soon! This is my 3rd. new GM and by far the highest cost to maintain. Have a '90 Baretta with 240K that has needed less!
Huge Fun to Drive
Naples, FL, 07/23/2005
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
0-60 in under 6 sec, pretty impressive for a 4 door grocery getter. The engine makes beautiful music, unmistakable V8 growl from the tailpipes. Very responsive handling while not completely sacrificing a comfortable ride-the engineers found a good balance. Pontiac is marketing more stuff to the enthusiast lately, they can be proud of this one.
Cool Car
Kevin, 12/23/2005
2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP 4dr Sedan (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
All and all, this is an awesome car. Many are complaining about the fuel economy or the bumpy ride, but guess what, this is a sports car, not a geo! I gave this car a low rating on fuel economy, but I knew that going in. That is not why I bought the car. The fuel economy is not that important to me, but the size of the tank is. Even with the DOD, this car goes through alot of fuel, so why the puny 16 gal tank? Other than that, I love this car, very fun to drive, very comfortable (unless you are over 6 ft, I'm 5'10'' so I'm good), and tons of cargo area. I put six golf bags in the trunk without folding the seats.