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2005 Pontiac Grand Prix consumer reviews

$23,060 starting MSRP
side view of 2005 Grand Prix Pontiac
(48 reviews)
91% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.5
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.5
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Half Million Mile Beauty!

I bought my 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GT in 2007 with 23,000 miles on it. This car has been exceptional and I still own it. I have changed the oil every 3,000 - 4,000 miles since I have owned it. The car currently has 511,000 and the 3.8 non- super charged engine has never been opened up. The alternator just went at 450,000 miles and the AC system is all original. The transmission was overhauled at 289,000 miles. The car is in extremely good condition cosmetically and does not look like a half million mile car. It has the sun and sound package and the special order Blue-Green Crystal Metallic paint. I plan on driving this until the engine gives out!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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One of the best!

I loved this car I have had 3, all in which have made it well over 300k with the infamous 3800 v6. This last one made it to 377k and the computer went out. I sold it for 1600 still and my neighbor down the roads kid is still driving it back and fourth to college which is around 400 miles round trip and drives it daily in St. Louis. Great car i never had any other problems with it. Wish they never quit making Pontiac’s👎🏻

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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I've had to replace so many things on this engine.

I bought this car used with 33,000 mi. I have had to replace most of the engine. Plus it has electrical problems. I feel ripped off. Although it still gets me where I want to go. And it is comfortable to drive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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purchased new it has gone way beyond expectations

This car has been a pleasure to own, very low maintenance costs, rides very well. Back seats folding down a plus. Very good vision of roadway etc.. from inside

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Well Maintained & Low Mileage

I love this car. It was my father's and he passed away in December 2017. Runs great, reliable, body & interior in great shape. I hate to see it go, but I don't need two cars!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Solid car with minor flaws

It's a car you can pick up cheap that's still in nice shape. The 3.8 is very reliable and the transmission will stay strong as long as you don't beat it. Maintain the car well it will last. Minor Things will brake every 6months -a year because of the age of the cars but just small things that won't leave you stranded. My car shot a plug once but it was an easy fix and I still drove it home. Overall I would recommend it as it overs a sporty appearance somewhat sporty handling and a really nice interior if you get higher than a base trim.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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My favorite car I've ever had!!

I loved this car so much. I only had it for 6 months, then someone hit me and it was a total loss :( I got mine when it was 13 years old, and still in AMAZING condition. My boyfriend owns a 2005 as well and it currently has 260,000 miles on it!!!!! Still runs great!! The seats are soooo comfortable and the steering feels so good. I have only ever owned pontiacs, this was my 3rd one. Sucks they stopped making them. I will always miss this car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I’ve had in my life

I had this car for my entire adult life and for the most part it ran perfectly well and was always reliable for the long trips I’ve taken!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I've owned

Great car that came thru in the clutch I was catching the bus in this brutal Michigan Winter so it was needed and much appreciated.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A basic but reliable car

My third Grand Prix I've owned, they have always been reliable for me. The 3.8 are easy to work on for the most part. I would stay away from the V8 but that's just my opinion.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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