The Pontiac division of General Motors produced the Pontiac Grand Am; originally, it was a mid-size car and later turned into a compact car. Production of the Pontiac Grand Am was cancelled in 1980, when the Pontiac 600 replaced it. The Grand Am was reintroduced in 1985, it replaced the Pontiac Phoenix. It became a compact car from 1995-2006. Now the Pontiac G6 has replaced it.
The 1993 Pontiac Grand Am and the 1994 Pontiac Grand Am each had a sporty look, driver-side air bag and four-wheel anti-lock brakes that were all standard features. The most interesting styling feature on the Grand Am’s exterior was tough, plastic body side cladding that was painted to match the body metal in a monochromatic paint scheme. Near the middle of the door, at the top, the cladding had a rippled kind of design effect In it, which just added to the stylishness of this vehicle. The 1994 Pontiac Grand Am GT was also available. The Pontiac Grand Am GT had a very responsive engine, the acceleration was excellent from both starting point and when passing. Shifting was provided by a four-speed automatic transmission with an overdrive top gear. The car maneuvered easily in city traffic also. The power racket and pinion steering was very responsive. The Pontiac Grand Am GT greeted you with a throaty roar from the engine upon acceleration. The 2000 Pontiac Grand Am GT could also be purchased, as well as several other years the GT was in production.
For the 1996 Pontiac Grand Am and the 1997 Pontiac Grand Am, the reviews all said it was pretty much a great car. It was fun to own and to drive. It had one of the most reliable power trains available out on the market. Its 2.4-liter V6 Twin Cam motor, paired with a dependable 4T4OE hydramatic transmission. It had a sporty, attractive styling and very cool looking headlights. The cockpit controls and instruments were positioned for quick and easy access. The instrument cluster lit up with a soothing red glow at night that gave you a futuristic feeling. Buyers of the 1996-1998 models can get Pontiac Grand Am parts aftermarket conveniently over the internet; they are becoming, steadily more available than before.
The 1999 Pontiac Grand Am was front wheel drive with a V6 engine and an automatic transmission. It still held up to the fun, sporty, feel of all the other models in previous years. This was a fun to cruise in vehicle.
Some interesting history regarding Pontiac is in 1909, General Motors purchased a half interest in Oakland Motor car Company, and this was on January 20, 1909. Edward Murphy, it’s founder passed away the following summer, his company came under the full control of General Motors. In 1932, the Oakland name is dropped from the vehicle line and Pontiac becomes the name of the division.
Other interesting historical tidbits are that in 1937, Pontiac introduced the industry’s first column-mounted gearshift. The Buick-Oldsmobile-Pontiac assembly division was organized and later became General Motors assembly division in 1965. In 1957, Pontiac’s first fuel injected engine is introduced in the Bonneville model. These are facts most people did not know until now.
If you are the proud owner of a Pontiac Grand Am and you want your Grand Am to be different and stand out from the rest, You need to add some Pontiac Grand Am performance parts to your ride. Some available options are the Pontiac wind deflectors front and rear, GT styling firebird wing, Pontiac vent visor, Pontiac turbo muffler, Pontiac tail-pipe kit, the Pontiac sports guard, GT styling Pontiac solar wing and you will also need a Pontiac Grand Am repair manual that can tell you how and when to carry out routine maintenance on your vehicle, information on restoration and servicing of your Pontiac Grand Am.
So, if you want a cost-friendly, fun, sporty, vehicle then the Pontiac Grand Am is the right car for you. To find a good used Grand Am call or search local dealerships in your area.