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1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am
The Pontiac Grand Am is an excellent car. It provides the driver with a comfortable ride while also delivering an exhilarating amount of pep. There are five different trims of the Grand Am which help meet the needs of all owners.
Performance
The SE and SE1 trim originally came with a 2.4 liter 4 cylinder which had 150 horsepower. Then in 2002 they switched to a 2.2 liter 4 cylinder. This sacrificed horsepower moving it down to 140 however added an extra two miles per gallon, resulting in 24 miles per gallon in the city and 32 miles per gallon on the highway. This put an economical engine in a stylish car.
However, economical is not for everyone. Some drivers simply crave power. This is where the SE2 and GT models came into play. The SE2, GT, and GT1 came with a 3.4 liter V6 engine that supplied 180 horsepower. This provides plenty of power for any driver with the need for speed, without completely sacrificing fuel economy like a V8. The 6 cylinder runs 20 miles per gallon in the city and 32 miles per gallon on the highway.
Style
The Grand Am was completely revamped from 1998 to 1999 when Pontiac revealed the new model. The old model was bleak and boxy while the new model was styled with sleek curves. The SE trims have changed from 1999 to 2005 yet the GT trims have remained the same. While the SE models look great the GT models are far superior. The GT comes standard with rear disk breaks, rear spoiler, and dual exhaust. These features are what really excite car enthusiasts.
Handling
The Grand Am has great handling. Its low design reduces its likelihood to flip. Also it can be equipped with strut bars that allow turns to be made with ease at speeds in excess of 90 miles an hour.
Maintenance
There are some minor setbacks to the Grand Am, as the miles rack up a few so do the repairs. One problem that has been apparent in many cases is a leak in the coolant. This isn’t too big of a deal though and can be fixed with a new water pump. There are only a few other mechanical problems and once they are taken care of they are very reliable. Just like any other car you just have to keep up with normal maintenance such as oil changes.