1990 Pontiac Sunbird Review
Price Estimate: $1,750 - $2,916

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What’s new
GT convertible switches to LE trim in cost-cutting move. SE and GT get new front styling. Passive restraint seatbelts are added. Turbo option dropped for SE model; is included in a sports package for LE convertible, along with GT suspension and steering.
For sale near Columbus, OH
1 listings
- 104,531 miles
- Rebuilt vehicle reported, 4 owners, personal use only
- 4cyl manual
- Cherokee Auto Group (414 mi away)
- ...American sunroof ...
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Located in Canton, GA
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
24 Combined MPG (21 City/30 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1G2JB34K5L7522179
Stock: 3603
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 08-05-2023
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1990 Pontiac Sunbird le convertible
3.38 out of 5 starsjohntheguru, 10/27/2014
1990 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2dr Convertible
Picked up this car on the cheap for driving down to the lake and back with my buddy. It had been sitting for 4 months so we knew it would take some to get it back up to speed. Typical stuff; Changed fluids, head gasket, fixed the brake lines, new stereo and cosmetic work later it has become a good car for us.
The top works great, everything electric works for being such an old car, … and we get 30 mpg in the old 2.0 4 cyl with the automatic. It's nothing special, but its gets the job done.
If you take care of this car, it will take care of you.
Best Car I Ever Owned
4.75 out of 5 starstom164, 05/02/2008
1990 Pontiac Sunbird LE 4dr Sedan
I finally retired my old Sunbird at 237,000 miles. I really appreciated how good a car it was when I tried to replace it and couldn't. There is simply nothing comparable out there. Pontiac directed me to Chevy who tried to sell me a Cobalt. Real piece of junk in comparison. It is 1000 pounds heavier, has a bigger engine (not necessary) and doesn't ride as well. Fuel economy is … advertised much less. (I got over 36 MPG on my Sunbird (5- speed) until about 3 years ago; I'm sure my compression was bad at the end.) Finally bought a Hyundai Elantra, but it doesn't ride as well, has a smaller trunk, and takes up more space in my crowded garage.
Love it - still driving it!
5 out of 5 starsStephanie, 04/03/2008
1990 Pontiac Sunbird LE 2dr Convertible
A fun car to drive. Pretty good on gas - haven't had to do many repairs in the 15 years I've been driving it. I am just now thinking of replacing the engine because of high mileage.
reliable
4 out of 5 starsSumcdn, 07/30/2002
1990 Pontiac Sunbird LE 4dr Sedan
i've had this car for several years and
it has always treated me well,
despite -30C winters and high mileage
trips.treat her well and she'll be
there!
1990 Sunbird Highlights
Coupe
SE
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 26 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $135/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 14.0 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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