Should i get a 2000 pontiac grand prix with 142,000 miles from a car auction?

Question

Should i get a 2000 pontiac grand prix with 142,000 miles from a car auction?

Answer 1

auctions are the pits on cars. especially one like this. forget it.

Answer 2

Take a look at http://www.edmunds.com/pontiac/grandprix... for the Edmonds reviews.

The title of the first review there is "A lot of Mechanical Problems".

then it says: ...driver side motor window went out, I have had to replace the timing belt, ball joints, get a new radiator, replace my entire power steering, heater coil, rocking pena (however that’s spelled), not to mention typical ware and tear on the car such as brakes (which I expect to pay for). I couldn't believe it because I take really good care of that car. I had a Pontiac before this and experienced the same problems. I will never by a GM product again. It is a very nice car, but mechanically it has costs me thousands.

Suggested Improvements: These cars should have been better mechanically engineered!

Someone else wrote: The first several months, it drove like a dream. I fell in love with the design. Big mistake. Back door sides have been popping off, transmission has been going out, replaced starter, keys get stuck in ignition, only the passenger window will roll down, the vechile now shakes when under 45MPH, twice a year the windshield wipers need replaced, no trunk light, console cup holders have fallen off. This all happened within 3-4 yrs. of having the car. I have always taken care of my cars, but no matter how good I treat it, everything keeps breaking. My rear view mirror fell off after several months. If you have money to spend then this is the type of car you'll want.

Suggested Improvements: Improve on the electronic systems inside the car. Improve performance and durability. Make the car last. I've paid a lot of money, I expect to get my money's worth.

I wouldn't go for it. Especially one from an auction. Especially with 142K on it. Now, maybe for $150 I would...

Answer 3

Stay away from it. This car has so many problems I am surprised it has that many miles on it

Answer 4

I wouldn't advise it. I know somebody that had a Pontiac and the thing always had some type of problem going on with it. The engine even caught on fire while it was parked!