Overview & Reviews

Changes for 1997 are few. Supercharged Bonnevilles get a new transmission, a new Delco/Bose premium sound system is optional on the SSE, and the EYE CUE heads-up display has a new motorized adjustment feature. Two new exterior colors, a new interior color and a new interior fabric visually liven up the aging Bonneville.

• Full-size comfort, good value, excellent powertrains, can equip SE like go-faster SSEi for less

• Dated overdone styling

User Reviews:

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  Thanks Pontiac - 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
  By Loubigfish - February 25 - 2:00 am

  Hi, I purchased this vehicle some years ago and I am very satisfied with the car. Nice styling and lines, reliable and turns heads.... I like the steering wheel controls and the traction suspension. normal wear and tear... only major problem was a belt in the transmission.

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  Reliable 97 Bonnie - 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
  By Keith - September 26 - 2:20 am

  This is the best car Ive ever owned! It drives and handles great, and the interior is roomy and comfortable. The high mileage 3.8 L. still delivers punch and starts flawlessly every time. All dashboard controls are conveniently located, especially the audio controls located on the steering wheel. Gas mileage is also decent.

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  86k miles and still feels brand new! - 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
  By kandoll - August 31 - 10:00 am

  We purchased our Bonnie used with approx. 60k miles. Im impressed with the interior integrity (GMs biggest weakness). We dont have any rattles, squeaks or leaks, and everything still works great. It has plenty of power, even though its not supercharged. I drive fast and am pleased that it rides nice on curvy, hilly, bumpy backroads. It does okay with regular fuel except sometimes the check engine light comes on, mid-grade fuel is the cure.

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  Amazing car - 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
  By BONNE FAN - August 26 - 12:30 am

  Absolutely amazing car especially the SLE with all the creature comforts. Steering Wheel radio controls and leather make this car extremely comfortable on the inside while the 205 HP V6 under the hood is more than enough to throw you back in your seat or squeal the tires. Overall it is a very good mixture between sport and luxury and in a 4 door package to make a sport luxury sedan. I have owned 4 of these cars over the last 12 years and I still have all of them if that isnt reliability IDK what is. These engine are bullet proof and currently I have 275,000 miles and still going on my car and it still runs like brand new no ticks or knocks or squeals or anything Best engine EVER!

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  the beast - 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
  By Bobbie Alexander - June 8 - 1:53 pm

  exterior still in fair condition

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  Comfort but not mechanics - 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
  By LibrnPA - May 14 - 2:00 am

  Id say that my 97 Bonneville was my favorite of all time except for all the mechanical repairs Ive had over this past year (bought it last summer). I usually get 170,000mi+ on my cars but this Bonny has 90,000 and everything leaks! Had intake manifold repaired, antifreeze leaked, tranny seals leaked and it has always leaked a little oil. Now the rear main seal is leaking and i cant spend more big bucks and im heartbroken. This car is so well engineered for comfort and handling - my 8 to 10 hr interstate trips are easier in the Bonny than my 89 DeVille. Anyone else have leaks??

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  97 Bonne - 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
  By KMS - April 25 - 10:00 am

  Problem areas: Transmission fixed under warranty at 8000 miles to correct abrupt 1-2 shift. Tranny has been fine since. Audio speaker intermittent failure. I elected to replace with after-market speakers to improve audio quality rather that fix as a warranty item. Water pump replaced at 52,000 miles ($300 - paid by Warranty Gold).

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  RonKr Bonneville Review - 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
  By Ron K. - February 1 - 2:00 am

  Very tight suspension, great handling, very comfortable. A great road car, no fatigue after 12 hours behind the wheel, seats are first class-power adjustable leather buckets. Instrumentation first class. The compass and HUD features are excellent. brake rotors warped at 90,000 miles, replaced with new rotors which had to be machined again at 103,500 miles. New plugs at 99,000 miles after car was felt to be missing. Car spent much (about 1/2) of its life at 80-90 mph on interstates, with other half in the NYC area. Used synthetic oil after break-in, so no obvious wear.

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  After 12 years - 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
  By David in PA - November 17 - 2:10 am

  Nice looking car, paint still looks great after 12 years. Previously owned a 1988 SSE. Replaced original two position sport struts with Monroe Reflex after 75,ooo miles. Reflexes are great! Avg 16 mpg city and 26 mpg highway. Traction control is nice in snow. Intake manifold gaskets leaked at 55,ooo then again at 102,000 miles. Luckily engine wasnt damaged. Transmission replaced at 75,000 miles because trans yoke body went bad. Car would surge at highway speed when going up a slight incline. Theres a tech bulletin on this but no recall. Overall I really like the car.

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  MY BEST BUY - 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
  By PELIKEN - August 31 - 2:00 am

  This is the best car I have ever owned. It has been a dream to dive, has cost me next to nothing in the way of repairs beyond normal maintenace. Love the well configurated snazy red light dash.