Overview & Reviews

Base model SEs get a new 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine, while GTs get newly styled 16-inch wheels. All models receive a console upgrade and two new exterior colors.

• Lots of standard features, available five-speed manual transmission, crisp handling.

• Price creep has followed sales growth, true sport sedans need a five-speed with a V6, cheap interior pieces.

User Reviews:

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  Grand AM 2002 - 2002 Pontiac Grand AM
  By tartis - June 10 - 2:00 am

  My 2002 Grand AM gets a lot of miles, but it is starting to burn oil after 75,000 miles. I am also having a major problem with the turn signal mulit- function switch which is starting to click all the time. The performance of the 3.4L v6 is great, and fun to drive.

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  Dependable, Quality Vehicle - 2002 Pontiac Grand AM
  By Abby - May 9 - 1:33 pm

  This vehicle is dependable, with lots of bang for the buck. It is styled better than other cars in its class. High Quality parts and Sporty Chrome Wheel package a big plus.

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  Fast Good looking Fun but - 2002 Pontiac Grand AM
  By George - April 3 - 7:50 pm

  I bought it new in sept 2001. It now has 65K miles on it. Power window motor repaired replaced 4 times. Turn signal stalk replaced. Blown intake manifold gasket replaced at 60K. Power seat broken 3 times and gave up having it fixed. Cost of repairs over 7 1/2 years is about 1500 which I guess isnt bad. Regular oil changes and 1 set of tires and brakes at 55K. I love the car but the darn 3.4s have a history of bad manifold gaskets. My 95 Grand Prix had same problem but no untillo 165K

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  2002 Pontiac Grand Am SE - 2002 Pontiac Grand AM
  By Joe - February 28 - 8:36 pm

  Just rolled over 100,000 miles and have only had to replace a window motor and fan switch. The front in rattles when going over rough pavement, but cant really complain about the car.

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  My Grand Am - 2002 Pontiac Grand AM
  By BLGodfrey - December 10 - 10:00 am

  I like this car. Its sharp and sleek. But, I am a bone deep Honda fan. I thought I could deal with it...maybe that it was just all in my head. But, Im currently looking another Honda. But, to someone whos never owned a Honda, its a wonderful car.

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  Love/Hate Relationship - 2002 Pontiac Grand AM
  By capnvonbaron - September 9 - 2:16 pm

  I fell in love with it the moment I saw it at the dealer. Finally, a car that didnt look like a dumb Toyota! For a long time it was great. Then a series of maddening little problems cropped up. Brakes are too small, easily overheat & warp. Turn signal clacker frantically clacks all by itself at random. Rear speakers rattle at 80K miles. CD player sometimes has a mind of its own. Theft deterrent system will occasionally shut off the ignition system for no reason (easy fix, but takes 20 minutes). Dexcool coolant system is stupid. Original battery blew a cell, shocks started squeaking at 65K. Overall, I love how it looks and drives, but the little problems keep it from being truly great.

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  Avoid long trips - 2002 Pontiac Grand AM
  By Ernesto Rodriguez - August 14 - 3:33 pm

  I drove the car 300 miles, and that trip was not very pleasant as far as driver sit concern, after a couple hours, my butt was telling me get out of the sit, (there is not enough padding, cushion in the sit)and Im a normal weight guy 170 pnds, and the same comment i heared from other people who has driven that car, for the other hand the car is just fine.

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  Solid car - 2002 Pontiac Grand AM
  By JNiz3 - May 4 - 10:30 am

  I ended up buying my 02 GT1 sedan for a fair price with very low mileage. I love how quick it takes off, whether off the line, but more so on the expressway. I have had a few sensor problems (the Body Control Module [bcm]) died within the first year I had it; luckily I had it under the bumper- to-bumper warranty. The monsoon speaker system is decent, but for an audiophile like myself, it doesnt cut it. I love the looks of this car, specially the sunroof and deep grey interior. The breaks squeak all the time when its cold/wet; the only other thing is I wish it was slightly heavier to handle better in the winter. I do enjoy driving my car though - its quick, and handles GREAT!

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  Timing Chain eats engine - 2002 Pontiac Grand AM
  By Cracky - October 8 - 6:00 am

  So much for regular maintenance and synthetic oil. The 2002 2.2L ecotec has a childs bicycle chain to drive the cams and it, like thousands of others , have failed. GM knew this. They made improvements in 2003. They sent dealer bulletins but not a word to the owners. I think this is a very poor way to do business. I visited the dealership and got a world class cock and bull story with an offer to take my car in trade for $125 dollars. Im done with GM... forever.

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  ALL GOOD - 2002 Pontiac Grand AM
  By JamesMIV - July 13 - 10:00 am

  I love the my Grand Am, just wished that I could have affored the Grand Prix. The only major maintance that it need was a replacement of the lower intake manifolds. After it was replaced I got better performance from it. All in all the GrandAm is a good starter car, but if you have the extra money I would recommened the Grand Prix GT just because of the larger size and increased performance.