Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Good Van - 2002 Pontiac Montana
  By ISU FAN - February 8 - 10:00 am

  So far it has been a good, solid van. Love the sporty design and gas mileage. Much better van than a Caravan at a similar price. Windshield wipers are poor, but otherwise everything else is good. Also like the parking aid and stereo.

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  GM did just fine with the Montana - 2002 Pontiac Montana
  By BCC - February 6 - 2:00 am

  I tested alot of Minivans and I cant say that this was my first choice but I am happy that I bought it. This is the only van that still felt like driving a car. I also like the rugged look. The Honda was #1 but the mark up just wasnt worth it to me. The 0% financing on the Montana didnt hurt. The van has run great and after all the reviews I read about the lack of engine power....Im content and believe that its more than adequate. Get the extended warranty for peace of mind!

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  Hoping they will make it right...... - 2002 Pontiac Montana
  By Not happy in NC - January 31 - 2:00 am

  Van has been in shop 3 times in two weeks. My ABS light came on and the AWD disengaged was told not to drive it. Hauled in on a flat bed. Dealer tried turning off lights I drove it less than a mile and the lights came back on. I and drove it back in, they cleaned the sensor head, I drove it 40 miles the brakes locked up and lights came back on. Hauled it in again. They tell me now it is ready and they were told by GM to replace the hub on the left front wheel and something else was replaced but Im not sure what. Told it was fixed. Well see.

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  Excellent Value - Great Used Car! - 2002 Pontiac Montana
  By Jim - December 14 - 10:53 pm

  I purchased my loaded Montana that was gently used by a retired couple. The car was showroom clean with about 27,000 miles. It currently just broke 80,000 miles (an average of 12k/year). The van has done everything Ive asked it to do. It had industry/segment leading cargo capacity and volume at the time. Its driving dynamics are excellent for a van. It was much better than the previous generation Toyota Sienna we compared it to. I think it will bring me many years of reliable service. I plan to keep it until about 220,000 miles. Buy one of these severly depreciated vehicles at a fire sale price and you wont be disappointed. Ive had minor problems not worth mentioning.

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  First van - 2002 Pontiac Montana
  By lucyp - August 17 - 10:00 am

  This is the first time Ive owned a van and I love it. The handling and performance is much better than the other brands I tested. The Chrysler version worked too hard to shift and was not comfortable even though it had more features. It is so much easier to get in and out of than a low car. Visibility is improved because of the higher profile, especially for night time driving. I am concerned about the handling in winter driving as this one is not equipped with the traction control.

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  I HATE IT! - 2002 Pontiac Montana
  By Austin - August 14 - 5:40 pm

  I co signed on it for a family member, they fell on hard times and I now make the payments. The van is a LEMON! I have had nothing but problems with the wipers freezing in mid air, intake gaskets, sounds like a freight train, Traction Control sounds like a dying animal, power doors dont work, it sways, and its sluggish. It is a Beautiful looking van, but it cant be trusted. I have a special edition fully loaded but most of the features dont work. I have a 2005 Rendezvous which I really love. I will never take over payments for a family member again.

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  Motor gasket leaks---twice! - 2002 Pontiac Montana
  By sunflowermom - May 22 - 9:00 am

  We had the head gasket replaced in summer of 2005 because it was leaking water. Dealership mechanic said that GM used inferior gaskets. Why? Well, it is leaking again (summer 2006). We have four sons and cannot afford to have it "fixed" again! I wish I had a way to return it to the dealership for them to deal with! Also, rear hatch squeaks, and the rubber weather stripping under both sliding doors came off!

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  Love the lemon????? - 2002 Pontiac Montana
  By jalluv - May 14 - 2:00 am

  Since we got this vehicle, we have had numerous problems: The A/C was repaired 3 times, the passenger seat heater and rails needed replacing, the coil packs have been replaced 3 times, lug nut cover fell off, our tires are allegedly cupping and making a loud noise and now our AWD and ABS are disengaged for some reason and we have an appointment on Monday to find out once again what is wrong! We like what this van has to offer but hate all the mechanical problems!

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  Minivan for the Entire Family - 2002 Pontiac Montana
  By Shuttle Bus - March 13 - 10:00 am

  This minivan handles as well on the road as most cars. Ive had the Montana less than a month, but I have nothing but praise for it so far. As a mother who once swore shed never drive a minivan, I have been pleasantly suprised by the comfort and handling of this vehicle. The MontanaVision DVD system is an absolute must... totally worth the money. I have never had such such peace in the car!

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  A Minivan Im not embarrased by - 2002 Pontiac Montana
  By JohnB - February 25 - 12:33 am

  My wife and I always vowed we would never buy a minivan, however when our SUV was starting to die we couldnt deny the mileage advantages of a minivan. The Montana has been great, 2 tone black with leather, lots of options and fun to drive. Plus it has been rock solid reliable.