Used 2002 Pontiac Montana Consumer Reviews
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Designed to fail catastrophically
Saaphiel, 09/02/2010
2002 Pontiac Montana Fwd 4dr Ext Minivan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
16 of 19 people found this review helpful
For the longest time, the van seemed to be doing all right. Certainly it was comfy to drive, mileage was great, but then things started breaking. A/C, door seals, ABS light, headlights full of water after rain causing me to buy new halogen bulbs every month, various electrical gremlins. The final nail in the coffin was the gaskets failing. Plenty of oil and plenty of coolant, suddenly mixed together then cooling and coagulating in the engine to a peanut butter like consistency. It's being hauled to the auto wreckers this week. Rather than throw the equivalent of a down payment on a new car at this miserable van to fix it, I bought a Toyota 4 Runner instead.
Excellent Value - Great Used Car!
Jim, 12/01/2008
2002 Pontiac Montana Fwd 4dr Ext Minivan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I purchased my loaded Montana that was gently used by a retired couple. The car was showroom clean with about 27,000 miles. It currently just broke 80,000 miles (an average of 12k/year). The van has done everything I've asked it to do. It had industry/segment leading cargo capacity and volume at the time. Its driving dynamics are excellent for a van. It was much better than the previous generation Toyota Sienna we compared it to. I think it will bring me many years of reliable service. I plan to keep it until about 220,000 miles. Buy one of these severly depreciated vehicles at a fire sale price and you wont be disappointed. I've had minor problems not worth mentioning.
It just wont die
L Kampf, 02/08/2010
2002 Pontiac Montana MontanaVision Fwd 4dr Ext Minivan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
My Montana has 430'000 K on it and and its still driving with out any problems, and its not like we took very good care of it. The mechanic bet us that if we diden't take it for an oil change every 10'000k it would die before 100'000k, suffice to say he owes use 4 dinners now. All the interior instrumints are broken/ falling appart. The screne for the radio/ clock won't work. knobs on the rear fan speed fell off at 120'000k but in the end people who buy vans really are not looking for anything that can get them and their cargo/ passengers from point A to point B, and this van is fantastic on it.
A pleasure to drive.....
helsey, 09/16/2010
2002 Pontiac Montana Fwd 4dr Ext Minivan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
20 of 30 people found this review helpful
I got this vehicle with the intention of driving across Canada and using the van to sleep in to save on accommodation costs. I love this van. I have driven 24,000 km in 5 months and have found this van very reliable and very economical. If doing highway driving and on cruise control have managed to get 1000 km to a full tank. I found it very spacious and have a double mattress in her. I have enjoyed driving her and found the captain's chairs very comfortable even when driving 800 km in a day. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending these vans.
I HATE IT!
Austin, 09/19/2009
2002 Pontiac Montana Fwd 4dr Ext Minivan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 10 people found this review helpful
I co signed on it for a family member, they fell on hard times and I now make the payments. The van is a LEMON! I have had nothing but problems with the wipers freezing in mid air, intake gaskets, sounds like a freight train, Traction Control sounds like a dying animal, power doors don't work, it sways, and it's sluggish. It is a Beautiful looking van, but it can't be trusted. I have a special edition fully loaded but most of the features don't work. I have a 2005 Rendezvous which I really love. I will never take over payments for a family member again.
One of the worst cars I've owned
HalS, 06/11/2008
2002 Pontiac Montana Fwd 4dr Ext Minivan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
Where do I start. It leaks: windshield, side windows, headlights are full of water. Tail-lights keep blowing, I'm told its the electrical system. Windshield wipers stop in the up position. Air-conditioning stopped working. exterior trim has fallen off. Auto-side mirrors don't work. I'm the only owner of this car and my kids say I drive like an old lady and I do a mix of highway and suburban driving - so I don't think it's me. I've kept up with regular maintenance but the cost of fixing this stuff again and again is becoming quite a burden
GM did just fine with the Montana
BCC, 12/16/2002
2002 Pontiac Montana Fwd 4dr Ext Minivan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I tested alot of Minivans and I cant say that this was my first choice but I am happy that I bought it. This is the only van that still felt like driving a car. I also like the rugged look. The Honda was #1 but the mark up just wasnt worth it to me. The 0% financing on the Montana didnt hurt. The van has run great and after all the reviews I read about the lack of engine power....I'm content and believe that its more than adequate. Get the extended warranty for peace of mind!
Fun ride for kids=Relaxing drive for us!
KGeysbeek, 10/25/2002
2002 Pontiac Montana MontanaVision Fwd 4dr Ext Minivan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We got the Thunder package along with all the bells an whistles. I didn't intend to spend quite as much as we did but 0% interest allowed us to get everything we wanted. The seats are comfortable except the arm rest could be wider. The kids love the DVD player and they no longer feel "stuck" in their car seats for the trip to grandmas'. The ride is very smooth but we were driving a Blazer so the change is more noticable. Almost bought a MPV but the seats were not as comfortable and we thought the extra space in the Montana could come in handy in certain situations. I think we will keep this van for a long time.
Excellent Van With A Lot Of Space
Foster Dad, 09/14/2002
2002 Pontiac Montana Fwd 4dr Ext Minivan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have six foster children and the 8 passenger seating arrangement is wonderful. The seats are very easy to fold and flip up and even easier to remove and re-install. I have the extended wheelbase model and the room behind the folding rear seat is excellent. This van is well laid out and thoughfully designed for a busy family on the road. I would recommend it to anyone who needs a lot of room and 8 passenger seating.
Montana Taxi
lg3fan, 12/21/2008
2002 Pontiac Montana AWD 4dr Ext Minivan (3.4L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought the Pontiac Montana Ext. AWD used back in Feb of 07 with 52,345 mi and using it as a taxi. I've had great luck with the Montana and never had any major problems with it except normal ware and tear. It runs constantly for 24 hous a day. It now has 159,789 mi on it and runs like brand new. It has plenty of room and is very very comfortable for seating of 6. The AWD system is exceptional.It goes through anything. If anyone needs to by a mini van, this is the one to buy! I would buy another one in a heartbeat with no question.
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