Overview & Reviews

A new trim level has been added -- SE2 -- that offers buyers more standard equipment and additional options, while the SE coupe is no longer available. All SE sedans now feature cleaner styling thanks to less body cladding and smoother front and rear fascias. XM Satellite Radio is an available option on all models, while the OnStar communications system is now standard on all models except the base SE.

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

• Price creep has followed sales growth, five-speed not available with V6, cheap interior pieces, iffy crash test scores.

User Reviews:

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  A decent car for the money - 2003 Pontiac Grand AM
  By mfish - February 24 - 8:56 am

  Bought this car 6/2005, and have 52,000 miles currently. Have the rarer 5-speed, 4 cylinder. Very good on gas; get 31 mpg on highway. Seats are comfortable for long trips too. Engine is peppy and spirited with the 5-speed, which is more in keeping with Pontiacs history. The engine, however, is a little growly (quieter on my Escape). Car is very reliable and have no leaks or major issues. My car has had two issues other owners have complained about: Turn signal stalk needed replacing because it would click after turn, and seams on bottom of all doors needed to be sealed and painted because of rust. Interior build quality not as good as newer GM vehicles. Overall, a good car for less money.

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  Governers and Rear seat 60/40 split. - 2003 Pontiac Grand AM
  By BJ123 - February 17 - 10:00 am

  Ok, I understand the reason for he the governers on the car, They govern Redlining, Top speed, slip shifting on an automatic. No problem, But why does the governer turn off the engine at 106 mph? I normally dont travel at those speeds, but when I took it to the track, It wouldnt perform past 106 mph. Someone owes me money or an explanation, I lost to a 4cyl stick Grand Am, I beat him off the line and in the 1/4 mile but when we went on the oval track I lost. He was able to reach 120mph now how is that fair? Rear Seats, ok now why cant I gain access to my trunk from within the car? The old Grand Ams were able to.

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  boo-urns these cars stink!!!!!! - 2003 Pontiac Grand AM
  By manderz - November 29 - 5:30 am

  I bought my 2003 grand am gt1 2 years ago. it had one previous owner. I have put so much money into this car. I take excellent care of my car, but everytime i turn around something else is wrong with it. Ive had to replace the electrical box in the car. fuel pump and filters, batteries, thermostat, and now something else is wrong with it.. ABS, no trac, service vehicle soon lights are all on. For some reason Im thinking it has something to do with the famous engine block. ive spent close to 4 grand on it in less than 2 years. yikes.

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  Fun little car - 2003 Pontiac Grand AM
  By Mark - October 8 - 7:56 pm

  I have had it going on 4 years now. Only thing replaced has been the battery. No problems except with some clunk noise in the front suspension. Either has gone away or dont notice it anymore.

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  Great Car - 2003 Pontiac Grand AM
  By K Dub - August 31 - 10:23 pm

  I bought my car brand spanking new with only 2 miles on it. Ive had a few issues with it with a bad fuel pump the catalytic converter went out which was replaced under warranty. Ive also had to have the battery replaced. Other than that ive had no other problems with my car I usually change the oil at regular intervals and recently had a coolant flush. It rides great.

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  Not too bad - 2003 Pontiac Grand AM
  By n wiebe - August 28 - 2:00 am

  The car captured me right away. The car handles like the pros. I can corner with absolute confidence regardless of my speed. Acceleration is not bad, but you will suck the gas back if you enjoy using the gas pedal. Sound system is quite good. I found the bass to be somewhat lacking, but a small subwoofer solved that. The doors are awfully wide when trying to park. Would love to have vertical door kit installed for that. Front wheel bearing have gone, blinker relay went crazy, had a bit too much shavings in the tranny when I changed filter and oil, doors dont seal well in cross winds, factory rims peeling(so much for chrome). Other than that, has been fine.

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  Okay - 2003 Pontiac Grand AM
  By Traci - April 22 - 4:30 am

  I bought the 2003 Grand Am GT new with the SC/T package (my fav). For some reason I just had to have this car why I dont know. I actually have had a lot of little stupid problems I just dont have time to go to the dealership with. As for holding up I think it has done good I have about 55,000 miles on it. My windows are off track and pontiac said they fixed when they didnt they have done this about 4 times and I just dont feel like going car less for a day again. My gas gauge is off, and alot of other stupid things. I cant believe the depriciation on it. I have lost a lot of money with this car and I will not get another american car again. Other then that if I could get rid of it I would.

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  So far, SO GOOD! - 2003 Pontiac Grand AM
  By Tin Indian Pride - April 11 - 2:00 am

  Overall, an excellent car. Pretty good power in the V6. Very fun to drive without giving up the needed driver and passenger space. Tons of standard features. Even for a sedan, it looks great!

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  Mine is Great! - 2003 Pontiac Grand AM
  By Alml - February 5 - 7:30 pm

  I purchased my 03 Grand Am new as a left over in Feb. 04. I paid about $7000 less than sticker and it s the best car bargain I ever got. Since Ive had I put 53000 NYC miles on it and its only needed minor normal wear repairs that one would expect for a 03 model. Water pump was the most serious. I do go thru brakes more than I think i should but other than that this car has been good to me and I love it!

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  Not a bad car considering, but not great. - 2003 Pontiac Grand AM
  By rumrunner83 - January 30 - 6:12 am

  I bought my Grand AM SE 2.2L brand new in November of 2002. I still have the car just over ten years now. Its a sporty car with a particularly powerful four cylinder engine. That being said, it is a four cylinder, and while the car is absolutely fantastic for highway driving, the car is simply too heavy for hills and cold weather. Even when the car was new it did not like climbing hills, and in the cold the engine loses significant horsepower. However, the car is amazing on gas if properly maintained and I have driven from southern Massachusetts to Bangor, Maine (Approximately 300 miles) before refueling.