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S. Brooks, 11/08/2004
1999 Pontiac Montana 4dr Ext Minivan
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From the beginning, we thought we were purchasing the best mini-van on the market in looks, reliability, and performance. Okay, we got the looks but what were they thinking with the realiability adn performance? We have been back to the dealership several times. No, we didn't purchase the extended warranty on the used vehicle but who would have thought we would need to with an American made vehicle? Where's the American pride? We've had numerous inconvenient problems such as power windows not working, electronic sliding door opening while going down the road, gas gauge not working, cup holders breaking easily, directional not working, coolant problems -- so far over $2,000 in costs plus!
Montana
foster, 01/09/2003
1999 Pontiac Montana 4dr Ext Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The electrical functions of this car were always a concern to us. Also the interior parts of the car that are made up of plastic cracked or broke and needed to be replaced.
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Cold Weather Guy, 02/19/2005
1999 Pontiac Montana 4dr Ext Minivan
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Bought this van when we started having a family...it's a perfect family vehicle. The EXT offers seating for 8 AND room for cargo. Have used it like a truck (with seats out) and of course as the family vanster on extended trips... have really been pleased with everything - except chronic problems with the intake manifold gasket. Original plastic part couldn't be torqued properly... extreme temp changes in northern climates led to expansion/contraction which caused leaks. Replaced manifold gasket at 47,000 and again at 66,000 mi (thankfully before antifreeze could gum up engine). GM has re-engineered the part (and assure this chronic problem has been fixed)... the second repair GM paid 80%.)
Pleased with my Montana
Carol Kincaid, 04/28/2002
1999 Pontiac Montana 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
No problem with my Montana. Of course, we always have had the regular maintenance performed and that is the only thing it has required.
the pontiac montana
smiley, 09/06/2002
1999 Pontiac Montana 4dr Ext Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
we were in a car accident and my two children were not hurt. The rear end that was hit at about 35 mph was damaged and was almost totalled but we all walked away from the crash with very minial injuries.
Engine blown at 30k
Dwilson, 03/09/2004
1999 Pontiac Montana 4dr Ext Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Our beloved montana which has been a great car just blew the engine at 30k. It is older than 3 years so the warranty does not cover it.
99 montana
dorijo, 07/31/2003
1999 Pontiac Montana 4dr Ext Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
we love to drive our montana, but at 32,000 had engine replaced ..had brake problems front and rear replaced rear cyclinders and now need master cyclinder..rear brake light cracked leaking water into trunk. pass.seat gear is broken .won't stay up..they want $420 to fix it..just replaced tires at 48,000 miles..resale value is poor for a $30,000 vehicle.
worth decreases too fast
kim Pettus, 03/16/2004
1999 Pontiac Montana 4dr Ext Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Overall satisfied, jsut ready for a change
Junker
michigan, 05/21/2002
1999 Pontiac Montana 4dr Ext Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Purchased new in 10/98 and traded 5/2002. It was loaded and we used it for travel. Had 65,000 primarily highway miles when traded. Had to have a new transmission at 48,000 miles and continual power door problems for 2 years. I had intended to keep but got tired of electical problems eg drivers power window and power door, shaking, bouncy ride. Glad to get rid of it. Always had it serviced at the dealership and they were good.
Wont get fooled again
mv, 10/19/2002
1999 Pontiac Montana 4dr Ext Minivan
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Bought my 1999 Montana new in 99 and since then have had to repair/replace the entertainment system , power door , and transmission and the vehicle doesnt have 45000 miles on it. Was hoping to drive it into the ground (10 years or more) but I dont believe gm builds anything of that quality any more. My previous vehicle (a new 94 gmc jimmy) had an engine which seized at 60k under warranty but the dealer couldnt fix the engine properly and I had to dump that gm headache too. Until gm starts building with a little quality in mind I wouldnt consider their products . If you want a minivan spend a few $ more and buy a Honda like I'm going to have to .