@@anicapandzic6194 I actually have a Dodge Neon sitting around right now but it is in pretty rough shape, a little too rough for a review unfortunately.
@@amcmoass1751 I actually think there was a concerted propaganda program to destroy USA domestic car industry from 1975 to present by media and controlled popular culture aimed as a takedown of domestic economy . I worked at a gm dealership as a kid to college better education than my schooling . Have to laugh when I see cars that sold new for $ 3500.00 selling today for $ 60000.00+ Here a good one my 1976 vette has original clutch rotors and steering components with its 19 grease nipples add a supercharger, cam , roller rockers big tube headers hand built 3 inch dual exhaust after an engine overhaul did in my home garage . Race the vette 2 seasons of track racing b street prepared and auto cross / street driven owned it now for 41 years oil the frame undercarriage .
I brought a 2008 Grand Prix in Dec 2018 with 125k on the motor for $2800 from a friend. I now have 140k and the 3800 engine is running great. I swapped out the plastic coolant elbows with metal ones when I purchased car. I also replaced the rusted power steering lines. I have rust bubble staring to form on the rear fender area, will fix that before winter. Always been a GM/Pontiac fan. My dad always told me that G.M.C. stood for Good Man's Car!!!
Oil under coat the car inner and outer panels doors hood coil towers quarters once you fix the rust . Also drill 1/2. Inch holes in the pillars and rockers get some plastic 1/2 in plugs spray in oil there too and every used car line and internal boxed in unibody frame area . Oil annually wear an approved respirator and don’t get oil on engine exhaust or catalytic converter . If you have any rust on your oil pan sand it and prime and use a good rust paint . The transmission will last if you do an annual service . My 400800 km 2004 Grand Prix gets oil change and filter every 6000 km annually transmission service ,power steering service and brake fluid service .On the transmission it’s easy to suction out 4-5 litres out the dip stick tube and replace use the gm tape approved dextron 6 double check first .By only removing 4-5 litres you won’t shock the transmission like a flush might and the filter should be changed if you have no history of that being done . The suction removal works best if the transmission is warm , I keep my old fluid (don’t keep it if it’s dark or burnt smelling )to use for other lubing needs like putting on rusted nuts and bolts and door pins , linkages . Here’s a thought for you I redid my brakes front pads and hardware were $27.99 Canadian rear $17.99 and I replaced both rear rotors 29.95 each so my brake job cost me $110 Canadian +tax ,try that on a foreign car lolololo .
I also bought a 2008 Grand Prix with 130,000 and right off the bat I was surprised at the power it has. I had a 2006 BMW 330i and it feels the same way, but I do need to remove the 110 mph top out so I can bury the speedometer someday. It has the MONSOON sound system upgrade which sounded great, but I'm putting in Hertz PRO speakers to replace it. I got aftermarket rims that make the car pop, it's very clean inside including carpet. I stay on top of making it shine every day! Whenever someone gets inside they're like "nice car man!" because I also do Ubers in it. But I do also got the rust bubble problem on the back, I painted over it but I'm glad to know it's common. I did learn something new here I had no idea the front seat goes forward like that! I thought the latch took off the back plastic cover so I never touched it. 😂 Anyhow I am very happy with my purchase, I got it for 3,500 which was a steal so you got an even better deal as the car can sell between 5 to 7 according to KBB. I'll be keeping this car for a long time.
@@johnpadilla4661 Good deal. Used car prices are through the roof right now. My Grand Prix has 183k currently. Motor has been reliable! I have a slight coolant leak that appeared I need to get fix next week . Rust on rear fenders are common. Congratulations on the Grand Prix!!
I have an '04 GTP, which I bought brand new. It now has 180,000 on it and it's been a superb ride. It still looks great and is very powerful with the factory Eaton supercharger, plus some mild mods I've added. Unfortunately, the undercarriage is seriously rusting out, (New England) so I'll have to pull it off the road soon. Sad.
You should’ve got it oil sprayed .I live in Ontario Canada oil undercoat all my cars and truck I drill 1/2 holes in rockers and pillars spray the underside . The good news you can do it now and still save the car and then do annually.
Bought one of these cars as a work vehicle to keep mileage down on my daily driver... bought it for $500 with 220K miles. I’ve replaced brakes all the way around, plugs and wires, the RF wheel hub (all either Dorman or ACDELCO parts). Changed the oil regularly and kept the fluids topped off well. Only thing left is the PS pump which leaks a little and for as little as it gives me problems, I’ll just keep an eye on it for now. I could probably “flip” it for something newer and less mileage, but I’ve grown to like the car a lot and it costs me $30 a month with gas and insurance. I can’t complain.
Hi Sid I own 2 a gxp and a 3.8 gt both had minor power steering leaks and I added Lucas power steering stop leak no leaks now on either . I have a 1976 corvette which had power steering leak it solved that also 20 years ago I added Lucas power steering stop leak the vette no leaks since
I have a 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP which has 183,000 miles on it currently! I love it so much. I’m glad to see that if I continue to maintain it...it should hit 200,000++ The only “problem” I have currently is a belt tensioner. It is “bad” so the serpentine belt squeaks below 40 MPH but I LOVE MY CAR. It was my first ever purchase of my own...which felt really good. I was initially worried about replacing the stereo but it KICKS! LOVE my Pontiac ❤️
@@MechanicallyDeclined1 Not much, honestly. Just a serpentine belt, struts (they were bad when I bought the car) and recently tires!!! All of this has been over a span of three years!! The biggest “expense” is running high octane in it...but I knew of this Caveat when I bought it!! Runs like a beast!! Runs like a dream and has almost no issues!! No rust, no major fade on any of the window trims, seats are leather and good as new. No complaints!! Just hit 205,000 miles today and there’s more to go! I love it so much.
Mine now has 266 thousand on it. Paints clear coat is gone very little rust where mentioned. Window regulators all replaced. Cloth interior was changed to leather. Engine runs like new transmission needs line and a cylinoid thing. Radio was replaced. The car had close to 175 thousand on it. Been beat hard put up dry. Parked on and off for 6 mos plus. Absolutely love this car and will eventually put it all back together and looking pretty.
Just bought a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP with 124,000 miles. So far, so good. I've done the oil change, air filter, cabin filter, spark plugs and wires, power steering hose and fluid, brakes, and rotors. Just to give it a fresh start while i start my journey with it from work and home 😉
I got 07 with 113k for 2800. I bought just because of the 3800 motor, plus I actually like the looks of them. I replaced the rotors and cleaned the throttle body because it seemed like it wanted to.stall at start up. Common that those need cleaned. Has started like a charm ever since. I changed out radio for a blue tooth player.
My 2008 GP has 148,000. My goal is 300,000. Pretty sure it'll make it. I bought it five years ago and have put 50,000 on it. Only problem I've had was a bad coil pack . Fixed it my self. So easy too work on.
2005 Pontiac grand am with 208,000 miles on it 😁. Took it on an 11,000 miles USA Roadtrip last summer for 6 weeks / slept in the back with the seats down. Love this car, wish they were still around!! Hope mine lasts another 100k!
Oil under coat chassis and panels doors crossmembers pillars rockers quarters trunk hood and trunk deck coil towers . Touch up paint change fluids often keep an eye on water pump hoses belts . Easy service to suction transmission fluid warm out of trans dip stick tube annually 5-6 quarts . I use a hand operated suction pump $10.00 here in Canada and some plastic water line for ice makers you can get to bottom of transmission pan doing this it takes me 15 min to change and refill
GM W-body was a good platform. Structurally crash safe. Five years ago I looked for a GP for my son's first car in Western PA. Found it's cousin, a low mileage, loaded, Olds Intrigue GLS, with the same reliability, the 3.5 Shortstar is a beast. The parts you replaced are similar components, I've replaced, primarily due to age. Ours is rust-free; coming from NC. Don't know how your GP escaped rust in PA. Maybe it wasn't still long enough for rust to catch up. 👍🏽On your video & GP
Just bought an 07 grand prix gt, with the supercharged v6. $1100 259k miles on it. Still runs like a CHAMP but I just got it, same color, I'll keep you updated! I wanna try and hit 500k!
Thanks for the great review! I have an 06 that has 150,000 Kms (I'm from Canada). I think the color is similar to yours. It still has the original stainless steel mufflers. I've had to replace brakes, rotors, coil packs, left front hub, right front ABS wire to harness, spark plugs ( the 3 rear ones were seized), spark plug wires, transmission cooling lines, fuel hoses and a section of fuel line under left passenger door area. Front rotors and pads were replaced twice in 2 years, they squeaked a lot, rear rotor and pads were also replaced but they make a loud humming noise when I back up. Once in a while I get a shudder or hard shift from first to second gear., happens after car is driven for 30 minutes. I experience this once a year. As far a I know, the transmission oil and filter have not been changed. My mechanic advises not to as it may cause further damage. Any thoughts?
Exhaust was my issue with the hard shifting from first to second. After New cat my car flys again and no more trans issue at all runs like brand new and I beat the bitch
If you're considering one of these GM W-body cars, ALWAYS check the rockers FIRST, especially if it's a "rust belt" car. If they're rusted, walk away, no matter how well the car runs or how good it looks on the outside. I have a 2001 Grand Prix GT sedan that I bought in 2016 with 132k miles for $1700. At the time, I did not realize that these cars had that particular weak point, and the rockers were shedding slabs of swollen, crumbling metal. The plastic ground effects hide a lot of sins on these cars. The car has been very reliable and has never left me stranded, but rust has taken a major toll on it. I had those plastic coolant elbows replaced soon after purchasing it, but more recently I replaced the transmission cooling lines myself, and I'm currently replacing both rusty, rear, lower trailing arms and brackets (one arm broke from a pothole). I'll continue to fix whatever I have to--within reason because of the rust, and hopefully drive the car (buying another car is not an option right now) until it's no longer safe. My Grand Prix now has 153k miles on it, and the dark blue paint still looks very good, but I know the car's limitations. If I buy another one of these cars, it's going to be one from a dry climate, and it will get oil-coated ASAP.
Got an 08 base model my wife had since 30k on it, it's about to roll over 200k. Been drove hard over back country roads daily it's been a champ. Only regular maintenance and had catalytic converters clog on it but that's it. This is the 5th or 6th gm 3.8 I've had and every single one has lasted to 300k. Only main complaint is intake gaskets, the stupid plastic coolant elbows and gm fuel pumps going out. Make sure to keep those fuel filters changed!
My coolant elbows were changed when I bought my 03 GT. They didn't do the intake gaskets though so I did. They've been doing great. When I put it back on, the right gasket got pinched and started leaking coolant, so I had to readjust. Been good since though. I'ma look where the fuel filter is so I can change that. I don't let it get under a quart of gas. Hopefully the fuel filter isn't in the fuel pump and is easy to access
334,700 on our 2007 base model and still runs and drives great. Bought as a GM certified used, off of a lease return in 2009 with 22,000 miles. Mobil1 ext perf oil w/filter changes every 8 ish thousand miles. Over the years it's been great to us. She's had 3 trans fluid/filter changes, changed trans line pressure solenoid, water pump, fuel evap vent sol several times, replaced coolant elbows, wheel bearings, front struts, tires, brakes. She now needs a new fuel line and mufflers.
The pressure solenoid was not working as it would kick in and out of lockup. Then had it replaced so it works properly again. She just turned 338,000 this morning, still going well.
My 2005 had 199K on a still very peppy 3.8L engine when I finally had to get rid of it. I bought it in 2015 for 1400 bucks and had it for 2 years as my computer car. Engine and drive train were tip top and it had very very little rust despite being a Maine car. Needed 2000 bucks invested with new tires, ball joints, wheel bearings and a sway bar to get it stickered. I just couldn't sink the money into it so I sold it to a guy who used it for in a derby car at the local race track. Even in 2022, I'd own another one of those cars as a 3rd vehicle if I decide to have another vehicle on hand.
I have a 08 V8 GXP and I love it. Replaced both wheel bearings thus fixing my abs issues. I cant figure out how to lower the backseat for my kayak tho lol. I can only lower the driver side rear passenger seat not the two on the passenger side. Help plz...
That's a sweet car! You should have a pull strap at the top outside edge on each side of the back seat unless it got ripped off or something but the seats are all the same so it should be there. Thanks for watching!
Had a 2001 GTP, and I agree, the 3800 V6 is a rock solid engine! About to get a 2004 GTP COMP G next weekend with 93,000 miles on it in Georgia. Looking forward to having another GTP
I purchased the '08 model new with the 3800. Changed the oil every 3500k miles. Flushed the trans every 50k miles. It's 15 years old with 230k miles. Engine and trans still run strong. However, I've replaced almost 75% of the car. Friends with Accords and Camrys with similar or more miles and less attention to maintenance haven't had to replace a 1/3 of what I've replaced. I will shop quality, not price next time.
I'm lucky enough to own this exact model since new. Easily the best car I have ever owned. My car is much cleaner. I took note of how it runs so perfectly. Never a problem with it. Take pride it your ffs. Clean it! OMG the back seat. How can you stand it? OMG
I found an 08 base model garage queen last year with almost no rust and only 48,0000 miles. So far it's been a terrific car, and what's even better is that since the W body had such a long run, there will still be cheap parts for these cars for another 10 years at least. I work at a GM dealership and we routinely see these in the shop with 250,000+ miles still running great. The mileage might not be spectacular, but cast iron engines have almost no problems and they'll probably never make them again.
I got a 2008 Pontiac grand prix and I love it. It has 143000 miles but 2 year ago the transmission decided to blow up on me. And just now after 2 years I got a new transmission slapp in it and it runs like new It's a great well built car and I love my Pontiac
I had a 04 GT2 that was my first vehicle. Got it when it had 198K miles on it, all highway miles from previous owners and in excellent shape. Excellent vehicle all around though I now drive a G8 to which I passed the Grand Prix off to my mom to replace her Buick that was severely rusting out.
The normal aspirated 3.8 V6 are good, but if you are going for a GTP or GXP then you have a right to worry. The trans were not made for high performance.
After 140k miles I had to change the transmission lines. Mostly due to the car sitting out for 2 years and the lines rusted up and weren't performing anymore. Either way it works well now. The engine is still fine even after almost every part besides the engine rusted up lol
I have a 2007 model with 165,000 miles on it and it is in really good shape considering I let my son drive it for a year..lol I need to replace the struts and tires, other than that it runs and drives great.
Definitely an GT2 variant of the GT. My GT1 had cloth seats, non-heated. It didn't have dual-zone climate control either. The HUD also didn't come with my SE1.
My 2004 black Grand Prix GTP, Supercharged, comp G was totaled in a hit & run last Monday. Only 115,000 miles, no rust. Other than faded side mirrors and worn leather on the driver’s seat, she dang near looked new 😭 I was the only owner. I don’t want insurance money, I want my 20 yr old car back.
I had a 2006 grand prix 6 cylinder 3.8l. The motor was like a T1000 terminator. Even if you had a check engine light, she was fine. Whole car and shocks were done but the body and motor was hard to kill. The butt of the car could fall off and I would still be cruising! 😅 Gosh I miss that car soooo much... compare to the newer models I owned Luxury isn't everything. Not one time owning the 2006. Did it ever cross my mind to have a newer model with specs and year. I didn't even have air conditioning the whole thing was kaput. Took a month of ppl saying "You do know you have air conditioning right? USE IT!!!!!😊
I had a 3.8 in a 93 SSEi Bonneville that had 277K on it before I blew it up. (Supercharger was rattling so I got another one from a salvage yard. Slightly newer and slightly different housing apparently because the linkage caught on the body of the supercharger. Got stuck at recline. I couldn't kill the ignition since I was on the interstate and had to get it over. ) I like these, even lesser trims. If my current car croaks I would look for one of these. Especially a GXP)
Rip out the fabric insulation in the door jamb just behind the front wheels. They get soaked with water and salt and rot out the fenders. Also spray fluid film on the underside to prevent rust.
If you in rust belt I highly recommend you oil under coat the car missing nothing annually .If oil undercoating is done correctly it will make the car last a very long time and any future mechanical issues will be worth while as to pouring money into a rusted chassis unibody
Not particularly powerful?!? I see Grand Prix gtp's regularly competing with Mustang GT's, Corvettes, Subaru wrx's, and even Nissan gt-r's so yes they are also particularly powerful, or they can be, my husband's makes well over 370 hp with bolt on mods!!!
Well the cars with the base engine, he's probably saying (Like that one appears to have) ... Also your man's mods are going to break that transmission .. Fyi
Have a 05 GTP. 252K runs great or did, currently stalls randomly during Sumer months but no codes to what is causing the stall, but not in winter, bought in 09 with 39K. This car rocks
Those 3800 are bullet proof like gm v8s. I had an 02 Monte ss 3800 with 385k before I sold it.. I currently have a 08 impala ss with 250k never had a problem ever. Chevys are True die hards.
Didn't have it that long. Made the mistake of changing the Trans fluid and replacing or cleaning the filer whatever the mechanic did) and the trans started to slip, sold it. @@TopLineRacer
Yoooo anyone know why his doesn’t have a supercharger? I have the 07 and it’s supercharged I bought it from the junkyard but might it have been swapped or do they just come with or without it from the factory?
GM was stupid to quit making pontiac and keep old, buick. Probably because pontiac was big competition seeing how gm only offers a corvette and v8 camaro at ridiculous prices where pontiac had more sporty cars.
GM killed Pontiac instead of Buick because Buick is the #1 selling import car in CHINA. GM sells 70% of their vehicles in CHINA, Yes, 70%!! Pontiac outsold Buick in the USA, but the sales were tiny compared to Billions of Chinese potential buyers! The Chinese Emperor in the 1930's used to ride around Beijing in a BUICK, (one of the few Chinese that even owned a car back then) so Buick is looked at as a prestigious vehicle brand in China!
I agree. .. Also the model year. If it was an '08, or 07, that might be one thing . .. I'd try and get him down to a grand - Then I'd say what has it had done do it? Any transmission work? Has it had new ignition coils?
I'm offering $2500 to an 03 with 127,000 miles. Says it's in great mechanical shape. If h accepts offer, will go look. He had it listed for $3000. Is it worth it if he takes the offer? I'm hearing the 3.8 engines ar great and reliable. How about the transmissions? Need a reliable car for at least the next year or two.
@@TopLineRacer Aye man, coming back after a year of driving. It's been doing great after some DIY work I put into it. It began having hard shifts a couple months in, but I changed trans fluid, filter, and put the TransGo Shift Kit in. Did add some Lucas. Been 7000 miles ago, shifts smooth, no problems. I drive but not a ton. Changed intake & valve gaskets and coolant. Sitting at about 134k. Should've negotiated lower than $2500 tho. Quiet and smooth engine, almost too smooth makes me worry! I drove a 12 hour round trip for Christmas and an 8 hour round trip week before Thanksgiving. Gotta say, on the road it's a comfy ride. Cruise control works like a charm. Rides better than the 2017 Chevy Cruze my sister had. So far so good and looking to make a move to another city with it.
And ppl say only Toyota's Honda's and vw are reliable car's! such a crock of sh*t! I have a Pontiac G6 which has been very reliable matter fact the most reliable car iv ever owned! and iv only driven GM! it's not the car sometimes but the owner who fails to take care of it! sure some cars might have manufacturing failures but if you take good care of what you drive and keep up the engine work and not be hard on it everyday and dog it out it will NOT leave you walking! awesome to see this! 🥰❤️
WHAT HIGH MILEAGE VEHICLE SHOULD WE REVIEW NEXT? PUT YOUR ANSWERS BELOW!
Ford aero star van
Dodge intrepid
Chrysler Neon !
@@anicapandzic6194 I actually have a Dodge Neon sitting around right now but it is in pretty rough shape, a little too rough for a review unfortunately.
chrysler 300m
My 2006 Grand Prix base model has 452,000 miles on it. Tons of issues but runs great and drives fine.
That's crazy impressive!!!
@@amcmoass1751 I actually think there was a concerted propaganda program to destroy USA domestic car industry from 1975 to present by media and controlled popular culture aimed as a takedown of domestic economy . I worked at a gm dealership as a kid to college better education than my schooling . Have to laugh when I see cars that sold new for $ 3500.00 selling today for $ 60000.00+ Here a good one my 1976 vette has original clutch rotors and steering components with its 19 grease nipples add a supercharger, cam , roller rockers big tube headers hand built 3 inch dual exhaust after an engine overhaul did in my home garage . Race the vette 2 seasons of track racing b street prepared and auto cross / street driven owned it now for 41 years oil the frame undercarriage .
My 2002 Park Ave has 588000 mile your engine is a spring chicken.
@@darkside2521 had to scrap it at 460k because the body was too rusty to fix all the suspension issues.
@@Melancholy43952 rust is the 1 killer of there cars in the mid west
I brought a 2008 Grand Prix in Dec 2018 with 125k on the motor for $2800 from a friend. I now have 140k and the 3800 engine is running great. I swapped out the plastic coolant elbows with metal ones when I purchased car. I also replaced the rusted power steering lines. I have rust bubble staring to form on the rear fender area, will fix that before winter. Always been a GM/Pontiac fan. My dad always told me that G.M.C. stood for Good Man's Car!!!
That's awesome! The 3.8 is probably the best V6 engine GM ever built, it's pretty much bulletproof. Keep it maintained and it'll last a long time!
Oil under coat the car inner and outer panels doors hood coil towers quarters once you fix the rust . Also drill 1/2. Inch holes in the pillars and rockers get some plastic 1/2 in plugs spray in oil there too and every used car line and internal boxed in unibody frame area . Oil annually wear an approved respirator and don’t get oil on engine exhaust or catalytic converter . If you have any rust on your oil pan sand it and prime and use a good rust paint . The transmission will last if you do an annual service . My 400800 km 2004 Grand Prix gets oil change and filter every 6000 km annually transmission service ,power steering service and brake fluid service .On the transmission it’s easy to suction out 4-5 litres out the dip stick tube and replace use the gm tape approved dextron 6 double check first .By only removing 4-5 litres you won’t shock the transmission like a flush might and the filter should be changed if you have no history of that being done . The suction removal works best if the transmission is warm , I keep my old fluid (don’t keep it if it’s dark or burnt smelling )to use for other lubing needs like putting on rusted nuts and bolts and door pins , linkages . Here’s a thought for you I redid my brakes front pads and hardware were $27.99 Canadian rear $17.99 and I replaced both rear rotors 29.95 each so my brake job cost me $110 Canadian +tax ,try that on a foreign car lolololo .
I also bought a 2008 Grand Prix with 130,000 and right off the bat I was surprised at the power it has. I had a 2006 BMW 330i and it feels the same way, but I do need to remove the 110 mph top out so I can bury the speedometer someday. It has the MONSOON sound system upgrade which sounded great, but I'm putting in Hertz PRO speakers to replace it. I got aftermarket rims that make the car pop, it's very clean inside including carpet. I stay on top of making it shine every day! Whenever someone gets inside they're like "nice car man!" because I also do Ubers in it. But I do also got the rust bubble problem on the back, I painted over it but I'm glad to know it's common. I did learn something new here I had no idea the front seat goes forward like that! I thought the latch took off the back plastic cover so I never touched it. 😂
Anyhow I am very happy with my purchase, I got it for 3,500 which was a steal so you got an even better deal as the car can sell between 5 to 7 according to KBB. I'll be keeping this car for a long time.
@@nickking1510 WoW 400k miles huh? That's nice! I hope I can get mine that high, and break the 500k mark!
@@johnpadilla4661
Good deal. Used car prices are through the roof right now. My Grand Prix has 183k currently. Motor has been reliable! I have a slight coolant leak that appeared I need to get fix next week . Rust on rear fenders are common. Congratulations on the Grand Prix!!
I have an '04 GTP, which I bought brand new. It now has 180,000 on it and it's been a superb ride. It still looks great and is very powerful with the factory Eaton supercharger, plus some mild mods I've added. Unfortunately, the undercarriage is seriously rusting out, (New England) so I'll have to pull it off the road soon. Sad.
Sorry to hear about the rust! I'm in Pa so we have rust issues but nothing like the New England states. Thanks for watching!
You should’ve got it oil sprayed .I live in Ontario Canada oil undercoat all my cars and truck I drill 1/2 holes in rockers and pillars spray the underside . The good news you can do it now and still save the car and then do annually.
@@nickking1510 Well Nick, this car is long gone. It was a great run though!
I currently own a 2004 Grand Prix with 326857 miles... And still going strong!
They are awesome little cars! Thanks for watching!
How many times have you change the timing chain
Not once!
And now just passing 331,000!
Did you ever have to replace the trans?
Bought one of these cars as a work vehicle to keep mileage down on my daily driver... bought it for $500 with 220K miles. I’ve replaced brakes all the way around, plugs and wires, the RF wheel hub (all either Dorman or ACDELCO parts). Changed the oil regularly and kept the fluids topped off well. Only thing left is the PS pump which leaks a little and for as little as it gives me problems, I’ll just keep an eye on it for now.
I could probably “flip” it for something newer and less mileage, but I’ve grown to like the car a lot and it costs me $30 a month with gas and insurance. I can’t complain.
Hi Sid I own 2 a gxp and a 3.8 gt both had minor power steering leaks and I added Lucas power steering stop leak no leaks now on either . I have a 1976 corvette which had power steering leak it solved that also 20 years ago I added Lucas power steering stop leak the vette no leaks since
@@nickking1510 im having issues rn with PS. Its leaking on my 04. Im gonna try that stop leak.
@@kobakobakoba if it’s a hose replace it .
You just can't beat a 3800 engine
For sure! They pretty much will run forever if you keep them maintained.
I'm tellin ya
Dude seriously mine is almost at 235k miles
She's still going ;)
Mine is at 290,000 2003 Grand Prix Pontiac
I have a 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP which has 183,000 miles on it currently! I love it so much.
I’m glad to see that if I continue to maintain it...it should hit 200,000++
The only “problem” I have currently is a belt tensioner. It is “bad” so the serpentine belt squeaks below 40 MPH but I LOVE MY CAR.
It was my first ever purchase of my own...which felt really good. I was initially worried about replacing the stereo but it KICKS!
LOVE my Pontiac ❤️
Can't complain about that at all! Great stuff! Thanks for watching!
I just bought a gxp what all has yours needed parts wise?
@@MechanicallyDeclined1
Not much, honestly. Just a serpentine belt, struts (they were bad when I bought the car) and recently tires!!! All of this has been over a span of three years!!
The biggest “expense” is running high octane in it...but I knew of this Caveat when I bought it!!
Runs like a beast!!
Runs like a dream and has almost no issues!!
No rust, no major fade on any of the window trims, seats are leather and good as new. No complaints!!
Just hit 205,000 miles today and there’s more to go!
I love it so much.
Don't be shocked if u don't get as much life out of that 5.3 V8 as u would the 3.8 3800 V6.
@@455Transam
Still going strong at 227,000 🎉
Mine now has 266 thousand on it. Paints clear coat is gone very little rust where mentioned. Window regulators all replaced. Cloth interior was changed to leather. Engine runs like new transmission needs line and a cylinoid thing. Radio was replaced. The car had close to 175 thousand on it. Been beat hard put up dry. Parked on and off for 6 mos plus. Absolutely love this car and will eventually put it all back together and looking pretty.
Just bought a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP with 124,000 miles. So far, so good. I've done the oil change, air filter, cabin filter, spark plugs and wires, power steering hose and fluid, brakes, and rotors. Just to give it a fresh start while i start my journey with it from work and home 😉
I'm still driving mine everyday with 351,000 plus !
Make that 361000 and still going strong ! 💪
What year
@@reginalfairfield31 370 now!...2004
I got 07 with 113k for 2800. I bought just because of the 3800 motor, plus I actually like the looks of them. I replaced the rotors and cleaned the throttle body because it seemed like it wanted to.stall at start up. Common that those need cleaned. Has started like a charm ever since. I changed out radio for a blue tooth player.
That's awesome! Thanks for watching!
I have a 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix base model love this car I’ll be at 200,000 miles tomorrow
Buying one today w 315
My 2008 GP has 148,000. My goal is 300,000. Pretty sure it'll make it. I bought it five years ago and have put 50,000 on it. Only problem I've had was a bad coil pack . Fixed it my self. So easy too work on.
Sweet! Take care of it and you should hit 300k!
Did she make it
Just picked up an 04 gt2 188k runs strong and looks great I absolutely love these cars.
2005 Pontiac grand am with 208,000 miles on it 😁. Took it on an 11,000 miles USA Roadtrip last summer for 6 weeks / slept in the back with the seats down. Love this car, wish they were still around!! Hope mine lasts another 100k!
Sold ours. Take care of them n they last
Oil under coat chassis and panels doors crossmembers pillars rockers quarters trunk hood and trunk deck coil towers . Touch up paint change fluids often keep an eye on water pump hoses belts . Easy service to suction transmission fluid warm out of trans dip stick tube annually 5-6 quarts . I use a hand operated suction pump $10.00 here in Canada and some plastic water line for ice makers you can get to bottom of transmission pan doing this it takes me 15 min to change and refill
GM W-body was a good platform. Structurally crash safe. Five years ago I looked for a GP for my son's first car in Western PA. Found it's cousin, a low mileage, loaded, Olds Intrigue GLS, with the same reliability, the 3.5 Shortstar is a beast. The parts you replaced are similar components, I've replaced, primarily due to age. Ours is rust-free; coming from NC. Don't know how your GP escaped rust in PA. Maybe it wasn't still long enough for rust to catch up. 👍🏽On your video & GP
I got one for $750 and it runs like a champ
That's awesome! Thanks for watching!
Just bought an 07 grand prix gt, with the supercharged v6. $1100 259k miles on it. Still runs like a CHAMP but I just got it, same color, I'll keep you updated! I wanna try and hit 500k!
Thanks for the great review! I have an 06 that has 150,000 Kms (I'm from Canada). I think the color is similar to yours. It still has the original stainless steel mufflers. I've had to replace brakes, rotors, coil packs, left front hub, right front ABS wire to harness, spark plugs ( the 3 rear ones were seized), spark plug wires, transmission cooling lines, fuel hoses and a section of fuel line under left passenger door area. Front rotors and pads were replaced twice in 2 years, they squeaked a lot, rear rotor and pads were also replaced but they make a loud humming noise when I back up. Once in a while I get a shudder or hard shift from first to second gear., happens after car is driven for 30 minutes. I experience this once a year. As far a I know, the transmission oil and filter have not been changed. My mechanic advises not to as it may cause further damage. Any thoughts?
Exhaust was my issue with the hard shifting from first to second. After New cat my car flys again and no more trans issue at all runs like brand new and I beat the bitch
If you're considering one of these GM W-body cars, ALWAYS check the rockers FIRST, especially if it's a "rust belt" car. If they're rusted, walk away, no matter how well the car runs or how good it looks on the outside.
I have a 2001 Grand Prix GT sedan that I bought in 2016 with 132k miles for $1700. At the time, I did not realize that these cars had that particular weak point, and the rockers were shedding slabs of swollen, crumbling metal. The plastic ground effects hide a lot of sins on these cars.
The car has been very reliable and has never left me stranded, but rust has taken a major toll on it. I had those plastic coolant elbows replaced soon after purchasing it, but more recently I replaced the transmission cooling lines myself, and I'm currently replacing both rusty, rear, lower trailing arms and brackets (one arm broke from a pothole). I'll continue to fix whatever I have to--within reason because of the rust, and hopefully drive the car (buying another car is not an option right now) until it's no longer safe.
My Grand Prix now has 153k miles on it, and the dark blue paint still looks very good, but I know the car's limitations. If I buy another one of these cars, it's going to be one from a dry climate, and it will get oil-coated ASAP.
Got an 08 base model my wife had since 30k on it, it's about to roll over 200k. Been drove hard over back country roads daily it's been a champ. Only regular maintenance and had catalytic converters clog on it but that's it. This is the 5th or 6th gm 3.8 I've had and every single one has lasted to 300k. Only main complaint is intake gaskets, the stupid plastic coolant elbows and gm fuel pumps going out. Make sure to keep those fuel filters changed!
My coolant elbows were changed when I bought my 03 GT. They didn't do the intake gaskets though so I did. They've been doing great. When I put it back on, the right gasket got pinched and started leaking coolant, so I had to readjust. Been good since though.
I'ma look where the fuel filter is so I can change that. I don't let it get under a quart of gas. Hopefully the fuel filter isn't in the fuel pump and is easy to access
334,700 on our 2007 base model and still runs and drives great. Bought as a GM certified used, off of a lease return in 2009 with 22,000 miles. Mobil1 ext perf oil w/filter changes every 8 ish thousand miles. Over the years it's been great to us. She's had 3 trans fluid/filter changes, changed trans line pressure solenoid, water pump, fuel evap vent sol several times, replaced coolant elbows, wheel bearings, front struts, tires, brakes. She now needs a new fuel line and mufflers.
Did the trans line go out or you had them replaced before going out ?
The pressure solenoid was not working as it would kick in and out of lockup. Then had it replaced so it works properly again. She just turned 338,000 this morning, still going well.
not bad! My GP has 394k miles on it, for being a northern car it doesn't have alot of rust.
so basically, i bought another one with 160k miles
My 2005 had 199K on a still very peppy 3.8L engine when I finally had to get rid of it. I bought it in 2015 for 1400 bucks and had it for 2 years as my computer car. Engine and drive train were tip top and it had very very little rust despite being a Maine car. Needed 2000 bucks invested with new tires, ball joints, wheel bearings and a sway bar to get it stickered. I just couldn't sink the money into it so I sold it to a guy who used it for in a derby car at the local race track. Even in 2022, I'd own another one of those cars as a 3rd vehicle if I decide to have another vehicle on hand.
I have a 08 V8 GXP and I love it. Replaced both wheel bearings thus fixing my abs issues. I cant figure out how to lower the backseat for my kayak tho lol. I can only lower the driver side rear passenger seat not the two on the passenger side. Help plz...
That's a sweet car! You should have a pull strap at the top outside edge on each side of the back seat unless it got ripped off or something but the seats are all the same so it should be there. Thanks for watching!
just pull on the little handle on the top side of the seat . I have the same car LUV IT
I own a 2006 model with 289k miles on it very good vehicle!
Had a 2001 GTP, and I agree, the 3800 V6 is a rock solid engine!
About to get a 2004 GTP COMP G next weekend with 93,000 miles on it in Georgia. Looking forward to having another GTP
I have a 2004 GTP Comp G with 288,000 miles. Great mover. Step on the gas and enjoy.
I got a 1999 gtp , no mods rlly just exhaust and air intake . 167k , had since 152k and still runs for 👌🏽
Mines still a baby 😂 2007 with 160,000 miles and love it to death
That's awesome. They are great cars!
Same... 2008 with 135,000 miles
I purchased the '08 model new with the 3800. Changed the oil every 3500k miles. Flushed the trans every 50k miles. It's 15 years old with 230k miles. Engine and trans still run strong. However, I've replaced almost 75% of the car. Friends with Accords and Camrys with similar or more miles and less attention to maintenance haven't had to replace a 1/3 of what I've replaced. I will shop quality, not price next time.
I'm lucky enough to own this exact model since new. Easily the best car I have ever owned. My car is much cleaner. I took note of how it runs so perfectly. Never a problem with it. Take pride it your ffs. Clean it! OMG the back seat. How can you stand it? OMG
Thanks for the feedback. I'll clean it up.
97 Grand Prix 3.8 Has 220,000 runs like a champ 🏆
I found an 08 base model garage queen last year with almost no rust and only 48,0000 miles. So far it's been a terrific car, and what's even better is that since the W body had such a long run, there will still be cheap parts for these cars for another 10 years at least. I work at a GM dealership and we routinely see these in the shop with 250,000+ miles still running great. The mileage might not be spectacular, but cast iron engines have almost no problems and they'll probably never make them again.
I'd take the old 3.8 over the newer 3.6 any day. Love these cars! Sounds like you got a really great one! Thanks for watching!
I thought this was aluminum block. Huh
@@dmo848 GM didn't go to aluminum till the Buick engines were discontinued and replaced with the High Value 3.6.
I got a 2008 Pontiac grand prix and I love it.
It has 143000 miles but 2 year ago the transmission decided to blow up on me.
And just now after 2 years I got a new transmission slapp in it and it runs like new
It's a great well built car and I love my Pontiac
Where did you buy your replacement transmission from?
Got a 2004 Pontiac grand prix gtp getting ready to hit 268000 miles they are really great cars love mine
I had a 04 GT2 that was my first vehicle. Got it when it had 198K miles on it, all highway miles from previous owners and in excellent shape. Excellent vehicle all around though I now drive a G8 to which I passed the Grand Prix off to my mom to replace her Buick that was severely rusting out.
I’m scared to get one on these cars even though I like them.. the transmissions are what worry me
The normal aspirated 3.8 V6 are good, but if you are going for a GTP or GXP then you have a right to worry. The trans were not made for high performance.
They're really just not made for a V8.
Just get an upgraded one.
After 140k miles I had to change the transmission lines. Mostly due to the car sitting out for 2 years and the lines rusted up and weren't performing anymore. Either way it works well now. The engine is still fine even after almost every part besides the engine rusted up lol
They aren't reliable at all
I got my 2006 Grand Prix gt supercharged from a towing auction for 500 bucks, 2 years later and still running strong.
That's awesome!
Score
I now own a 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix, 345k miles on it on the native reserve it drive okay but on the highway smooth!!!
Love the shout out about the elbows .. good review
I have a 2007 model with 165,000 miles on it and it is in really good shape considering I let my son drive it for a year..lol I need to replace the struts and tires, other than that it runs and drives great.
235k on my 06 supercharged and running strong . Burns some oil and leaks power steering but all in all 3800 is indestructible
Definitely an GT2 variant of the GT. My GT1 had cloth seats, non-heated. It didn't have dual-zone climate control either. The HUD also didn't come with my SE1.
My 2004 black Grand Prix GTP, Supercharged, comp G was totaled in a hit & run last Monday. Only 115,000 miles, no rust. Other than faded side mirrors and worn leather on the driver’s seat, she dang near looked new 😭 I was the only owner. I don’t want insurance money, I want my 20 yr old car back.
probably going to buy one of these tomorrow. thanks for the video! makes my decision easier!
i got a 04 monte carlo 3800 non supercharged with 250k miles replaced the intake gaskets and runs like a champ
I had a 2006 grand prix 6 cylinder 3.8l. The motor was like a T1000 terminator. Even if you had a check engine light, she was fine. Whole car and shocks were done but the body and motor was hard to kill. The butt of the car could fall off and I would still be cruising! 😅 Gosh I miss that car soooo much... compare to the newer models I owned Luxury isn't everything. Not one time owning the 2006. Did it ever cross my mind to have a newer model with specs and year. I didn't even have air conditioning the whole thing was kaput. Took a month of ppl saying "You do know you have air conditioning right? USE IT!!!!!😊
I had a 3.8 in a 93 SSEi Bonneville that had 277K on it before I blew it up. (Supercharger was rattling so I got another one from a salvage yard. Slightly newer and slightly different housing apparently because the linkage caught on the body of the supercharger. Got stuck at recline. I couldn't kill the ignition since I was on the interstate and had to get it over. )
I like these, even lesser trims. If my current car croaks I would look for one of these. Especially a GXP)
I own a 04 GT one with 143k on it and still going strong...Very rreliable and stylish cars and that 3.8 GM engine is the best GM engine ever built...
Series 3 was the L32 3800 which was supercharged only. Why put a series 3 engine cover on a naturally aspirated series 2 engine?
Those cars were good. Sad they don't manufacture them no more
Oldsmobile Alero! In the V6 great car for cornering ect nice for a mid sized coupe or sedan! Great job keep up the great work 👍✌🇨🇦
They are awesome cars! They'd also be my first recommendation to anyone on a tighter budget!
Absolutely bud👍✌
put guards behind finders keep snow out and mud. spray with polyurethane clear coat in a can
in a can
Rip out the fabric insulation in the door jamb just behind the front wheels. They get soaked with water and salt and rot out the fenders. Also spray fluid film on the underside to prevent rust.
Mines at 380000 and still running good
Picking up an 07 that's a one owner from the 82 yr ole lady that bought it new has 90k and always garage kept for 4k. Great video with good detail
If you in rust belt I highly recommend you oil under coat the car missing nothing annually .If oil undercoating is done correctly it will make the car last a very long time and any future mechanical issues will be worth while as to pouring money into a rusted chassis unibody
The front bumper and hood on this were definitely replaced. I wonder how bad the accident or accidents were
Thinking about buying a 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix supercharged for 1450 with 200k miles. Should I ? Looks like it’s in good condition
Take it for a test drive & ask for a list of maintenance done .
@@supdookayyy8108 U can also go to a GM dealer with the VIN and see if they have any records for service in their system.
i got a 06 pontiac pre and have the same reaction controls and abs like on how would i go about fixing those
I've got a 2004 I've been driving been in the family since 2006. Has 344k on it.
Did you have any trans work at all?
Not particularly powerful?!? I see Grand Prix gtp's regularly competing with Mustang GT's, Corvettes, Subaru wrx's, and even Nissan gt-r's so yes they are also particularly powerful, or they can be, my husband's makes well over 370 hp with bolt on mods!!!
Well the cars with the base engine, he's probably saying (Like that one appears to have) ...
Also your man's mods are going to break that transmission .. Fyi
Got an 08 with 250k miles on it and still running strong.
Did you ever have to replace the transmission? I had a 2000 grand prix, and my transmission went out with 150k miles on it
333334 MILEPontiac Grand Prix! 2005 runs good
Theres a 05 grand prix on sale but it has a cracked head gasket, what do u think is the cost to fix?
Have a 05 GTP. 252K runs great or did, currently stalls randomly during Sumer months but no codes to what is causing the stall, but not in winter, bought in 09 with 39K. This car rocks
Mine has an oil leak and i don't know where it's coming from or how to fix it :(
Its my first car and I love it, but I don't know what to do.
My 06 has 264,124 and still running strong!
Those 3800 are bullet proof like gm v8s. I had an 02 Monte ss 3800 with 385k before I sold it.. I currently have a 08 impala ss with 250k never had a problem ever. Chevys are True die hards.
I just purchased a 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix so far runs great. But are all of the engines loud/sound funny or is just me ?
Im buying a 2005 base model this weekend with 88,000 original miles for $3,500....Very clean one older lady owned!
Should be a great car! Replace those plastic coolant elbows!
Didn't have it that long. Made the mistake of changing the Trans fluid and replacing or cleaning the filer whatever the mechanic did) and the trans started to slip, sold it.
@@TopLineRacer
Where can I get a head hud display? I look everywhere and I can’t find
Wish I got a Grand Prix, instead i got a Sunfire lol.
Cool car ... I like your channel 👍
I regret getn rid of mine only had 70,000 miles when i got rid of it in 2017. Had 2004 gtp great car
U crazy. Hope u got good money for her. That's my car the comp g version
i got now an 08 Grand Prix just base model it seems.. 54k miles and it is doing good.. breaks are starting to whistle a little
I have a 2006 190 on it no problems ever replacing transmission real cool
See if any cable are touching the muffler for the
Traction control
Getting a 2006 gt soon. I missed my 05 too much
I’m looking at a 2007 with 65k miles it was a one owner Government vehicle . All services on times. They want $8k for it. Should I bite ??
All the defects you mentioned mine has 100% free of any mechanic work...
Yoooo anyone know why his doesn’t have a supercharger? I have the 07 and it’s supercharged I bought it from the junkyard but might it have been swapped or do they just come with or without it from the factory?
It was a factory option in the GTP trim level. This is just a GT which is non supercharged.
Mines at 247,000 miles still drives out of town
Just blew my plastic elbow. Luckily I made it home and replaced them. Overall, not a bad vehicle.
Ha jus fixed mine she was down for a month till I found a video on UA-cam. Lol
About how many miles when the elbows blew? Where did u buy the replacements?
Can you tell me how to replace?
Very informative it’s possible I will be getting this kind of car soon
That's awesome! Check for rust and stuff but they are some seriously reliable cars if taken care of! Thanks for watching!
I own a 95 Grand Prix and I can say the 3800 is way better than the 3100. Intake manifold gaskets
GM was stupid to quit making pontiac and keep old, buick. Probably because pontiac was big competition seeing how gm only offers a corvette and v8 camaro at ridiculous prices where pontiac had more sporty cars.
GM killed Pontiac instead of Buick because Buick is the #1 selling import car in CHINA.
GM sells 70% of their vehicles in CHINA, Yes, 70%!!
Pontiac outsold Buick in the USA, but the sales were tiny compared to Billions of Chinese potential buyers!
The Chinese Emperor in the 1930's used to ride around Beijing in a BUICK, (one of the few Chinese that even owned a car back then) so Buick is looked at as a prestigious vehicle brand in China!
@@455Transam 🤣 Buick 😭
@@455Transam That just tells you how submissive the Chinese are.Good little Buick drivers.🤭
put slick fifty with oil change with 7 thousand mile oil. could help.
Don't waste your money with ANY oil additive, if u chnage your oil regularly they don't do a thing for u except make your wallet lighter!
Im going to get a 2004 grand prix gtp tomorrow it has 200k km/124 miles on it... Going to make it into a drag car
Sweet!
Ya I have a 04 impala ss I've had some smaller problems. But can't complain. And it has only 125000 on it.
i bought one for 1500 dollars runs great.
trans slipes after lots of miles
@@winkyledford1669 just get it replaced . Its worth it , these cars last for a long time
Put some AT-205 RE-SEAL in your transmission and it'll probably shift like new.
I can valge for them elbows on the car I had to replace mine take out resivor sn such an I have the odd shifts also for sure
Is getting an 2004 Pontiac grand pix GT sedan with 230,000 miles on it that cost $1800 a great deal ?
That's too much money for that many miles.
TopLineRacer appreciate it life saver
I agree. .. Also the model year. If it was an '08, or 07, that might be one thing .
.. I'd try and get him down to a grand - Then I'd say what has it had done do it? Any transmission work?
Has it had new ignition coils?
@@TopLineRacer Bull, worth every penny
@@TopLineRacer I have a 2005 130,000 new wheels, tune up .I bet I could get 5-10 grand . Pontiac is discontinued.
I'm offering $2500 to an 03 with 127,000 miles. Says it's in great mechanical shape. If h accepts offer, will go look. He had it listed for $3000.
Is it worth it if he takes the offer? I'm hearing the 3.8 engines ar great and reliable. How about the transmissions? Need a reliable car for at least the next year or two.
Definitely on the pricier side but the miles are right and if it is in good shape as they said it was then I'd go for it.
@@TopLineRacer Aye man, coming back after a year of driving. It's been doing great after some DIY work I put into it. It began having hard shifts a couple months in, but I changed trans fluid, filter, and put the TransGo Shift Kit in. Did add some Lucas. Been 7000 miles ago, shifts smooth, no problems. I drive but not a ton. Changed intake & valve gaskets and coolant. Sitting at about 134k. Should've negotiated lower than $2500 tho. Quiet and smooth engine, almost too smooth makes me worry!
I drove a 12 hour round trip for Christmas and an 8 hour round trip week before Thanksgiving. Gotta say, on the road it's a comfy ride. Cruise control works like a charm. Rides better than the 2017 Chevy Cruze my sister had. So far so good and looking to make a move to another city with it.
Have you changed trans fluid lately?
Will my 02 with 237 thousand hit 300 thousand ??
Keep it maintained and it might. I've seen lots of them over 300k
And ppl say only Toyota's Honda's and vw are reliable car's! such a crock of sh*t! I have a Pontiac G6 which has been very reliable matter fact the most reliable car iv ever owned! and iv only driven GM! it's not the car sometimes but the owner who fails to take care of it! sure some cars might have manufacturing failures but if you take good care of what you drive and keep up the engine work and not be hard on it everyday and dog it out it will NOT leave you walking! awesome to see this! 🥰❤️
Is the transmission also reliable on these?
Yes they are fairly reliable, the engines last so long that the transmission usually goes first but that's usually between 2-300k miles.
Does it take 89 gas or premium?
Great job!
Thank you! Lots more to come!
@@TopLineRacer sweet man
@@R0am1ngD3ad So cool!!👍