Used 2000 Pontiac Sunfire Coupe Consumer Reviews
Bad and expensive
This car has left us stranded on the road twice (60,000 - 70,000). First, instrument cluster failure ($650 repair). Second, ignition switch failure ($216). In between the transmission wouldn't shift from 1st gear. Cost $2450 to fix! It is a POJ!
Will it start??
I have a 2000 Sunfire SE, and w/in the first year it had to have a new battery, and a new starter. In 2002 it had to have the computer reprogrammed due to engine lights coming on, and it had to have the whole steering assembly replaced, this all happened 2 weeks before the warranty was up. I do not trust this car and will never buy one again.
Solid For the Money
Bought it new. Below average gas milage in the city, even with 5-speed. The severe body roll of the GT, mentioned in the review of SE, is minimal for the SE. I noticed MUCH more body roll in other car makers comparable models eg. Neon, Nissian, Cavalier (it is similar but definately does NOT drive the same,). The Cavalier's steering is not nearly as tight or responsive, and most of the standard features on the Sunfire are NOT standard on the Cavalier. This car had a better turning radius than the others above.
Very nice but can use 100 HP more
Very awsome with the storm package...
Fullfilled My Expectations
Bought almost new, In total, i have put 110K on it. I have had almost no issues at all in the 6 years I've had it. I still get 28 mpg avg. It has been a good investment; paid off 2 years ago and kept on going. For a 4 cyl. it goes pretty well, no trouble passing, and travels well at 60+. Had recent starter trouble, replaced it, no problem since. Also gas gauge seems to be off sometimes, but i've never had it looked at. I live in upstate NY, not great in snow, but not horrible, however RUSTED a LOT! I'm not in love with this car, but I wasn't when I bought it. I wanted a little cheap car for lots of driving, got good mileage etc, and it filled my needs and was very reliable and fun.