Overview & Reviews

Second-generation airbags are newly standard, and option groups are simplified.

• Sporty style for pocket change. Decent performance with manual transmission.

• Aged chassis. Uncomfortable seats. Chintzy interior plastic.

User Reviews:

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  Love my car - 1998 Pontiac Grand AM
  By Wendy - January 28 - 1:40 pm

  I bought my car used with 32,000 miles on it. I have put on a little over 40,000 in the past four years and have had NO problems with my car. It has been perfect in the snow, perfect in wet weather, nice and cool in the summer. I have only had to replace a few things, but I have a wonderful mechanic who takes good care of the car; I havent needed any expensive work done. I love this car and were it not for an expanding family, I would never sell it. Two-doors arent very car-seat friendly!

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  better than expected - 1998 Pontiac Grand AM
  By tmister - March 29 - 10:00 am

  This car has been surprisingly reliable. Maintenance has been non existant with the exception of routine upkeep. With about 160000 miles, it is still running strong. the v-6 has plenty of power to spare. She always starts with ease. I bought the car as economy transportation, but it turned out to be much better than expected. I have passed the car on to my kids. I would recommend this car to any friend.

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  Great car just needs taken care of right - 1998 Pontiac Grand AM
  By amariscruz - September 6 - 10:00 am

  Love my car its a 98 Grand Am GT. Handles like no other fuel economy is great. This car is good it just needs taken care of. Sounds like the guy above who had to replace all those things on his car a month after buying it had a leak in his radiator but kept trying to drive it like that thats why it messed up his head gasket. You"ll love to drive this car fast and fun

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  Love My Grand Am - 1998 Pontiac Grand AM
  By ricknj56 - November 30 - 2:00 am

  Have 102,000+ on it and it still runs almost as good as the day I brought it home. Power Window and Alternator had to be replaced at my expense, but thats all the expenses I have incurred other than normal maintainence (Oil, brakes, tuneup, etc...)

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  Great car - 1998 Pontiac Grand AM
  By Raden - April 9 - 4:53 am

  I bought the car a little over a year now and owning a 93 Grand-Am before this I knew what I was getting my self in to. This car has the 3100 V6 auto. Great pick up. Fuel econ was better then expected. Again and problems were expected including Power windows (GM cant seem to build power windows) and front brakes suck. Better to upgrade with slotted/drilled rotors or face premature rotor ware and constant garage time.

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  Its just as good as Honda or Toyota - 1998 Pontiac Grand AM
  By Rob - May 19 - 2:10 pm

  This is my first car and I love it. I did do some window shopping at the Camry or Accord, but those cars are fairly bland. The Grand Am, especially in GT form, can get you anywhere you need. Read any review and you will likely see "piece of crap" and "unreliable" associated with this car. This is not the case. Treat it like gold, and it will last. Since Feb 2007 i have had only two problems. The EGR valve and an exhaust manifold leak. The car runs like a dream and the 3100 V6 is as fast as a V6 powered camry or accord, but for far less money. The car is safe, too, with dual airbags and ABS. I strongly recommend getting one fairly well equipped with the CD player, power equipment, etc.

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  Reliable, economical car - 1998 Pontiac Grand AM
  By Karen - April 6 - 3:43 pm

  Ive had this car since it was new and have never regretted the purchase. It has only required general maintenance and some tires, belts and hoses - which dont last forever. The only thing I dont like is the fact the engine runs hot when driving slow in heavy traffic - this car likes to keep moving.

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  Manual Transmissions Are Better - 1998 Pontiac Grand AM
  By garfieldfreak_69 - February 27 - 10:00 am

  I learned to drive a maunal on my car. I first had a 1997 Grand Prix. I loved it because it was big and easy to drive, but now I love my 1998 Grand Am because its just right. Its not tiny and its not too big. Its also loads of fun to shift through town. My car only breaks down because my cousin owned it first in New York and never washed the under carriage.

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  Great Car - 1998 Pontiac Grand AM
  By Jigga9JayZ - May 11 - 2:00 am

  Great car...only 64K miles and no problems so far...everything is in perfect condition...5-speed manual with the 4 cyl is fast and fun...great handling and performance