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Pontiac Sunfire 1981-2010Change

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2000 Pontiac Sunfire

by CJAD09 on 12-05-2017
It is a tolerable work beater
Let's face it, it's a common daily. The one I am driving is beat up, no options, half a muffler and leaves much to be desired cosmetically. $40 to a tank and good heat, it's all I really need for the highway to and from work.
It does not have much in terms of power, takes a while to get to the 100km/h threshold but that could be attributed to neglect from the previous owner.

Overall, it is not pretty but it does the job.
Overall
3.5
Comfort
3/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
2/5
Exterior Styling
3/5
Reliability
4/5
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2004 Pontiac Sunfire

Trim: SL
by Dunnnno on 11-20-2017
Good little car
I have owned my Sunfire for a year now, aside from the problems with the struts that all Sunfires seem to have, she's a good little car. I have never broken down or had any engine issues. I would highly recommend a Sunfire as a first car or just a cheap easy to fix car. Will always buy GM from my experience with my car.
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
3/5
Reliability
5/5
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2002 Pontiac Sunfire

by Sandra1615 on 10-12-2017
It was an amazing car
Loved the car so much that when the first one was damaged beyond use, I bought a second more newer model. Was very disappointed when GM stopped making them. The car was comfortable, reliable and good on gas.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
4/5
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2010 Pontiac Sunfire

by Serenity0695 on 09-19-2017
Great car for the price
Is a good little car that is reliable and quite a good value for the cost. The cost is great for what you get. I would recommend it to a friend.
Overall
3.5
Comfort
3/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
3/5
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2002 Pontiac Sunfire

by Jerner on 09-14-2017
Miss this, bring back the Pontiac
Pontiac was the best brand ever. Very reliable- it always came through for me. Started on the coldest days and never left me stranded. It would push it's way through almost anything, and always got me from A to B safely. GM needs to bring it back.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2004 Pontiac Sunfire

Trim: Blie
by Rush6367 on 09-01-2017
It's a reliable and smooth ride.
Very reliable in all weather and temperature. A smooth ride with lots of personality and style.Great city driving and compact size enables easy parking in tight spots.

Overall
3.5
Comfort
3/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
3/5
Reliability
4/5
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2001 Pontiac Sunfire

by Nateknock on 07-30-2017
Sunfire review
The pontiac sunsire is a great smooth ride. Drove across canada in one and the price to fill the tank was cheap and gets great mileage. The sound system is exceptionally well for the technology offered in 2001. And seats comfortable in front or back. More than enough trunk space .
Overall
4.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
3/5
Reliability
3/5
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2004 Pontiac Sunfire

by pattypike on 07-16-2017
Reliable great looking car!
My first Sunfire was a 1999 and because I enjoyed this Sunfire, I purchased a second Sunfire. My second Sunfire is identical in colour except the interior. This one is a 2004.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2002 Pontiac Sunfire

by Kate8612 on 06-16-2017
It's okay
I've had it for 15 years and apart from blowing a gasket and needing basically a new engine a couple of years ago, it has run fine and only needed the occasional maintenance done. The bodywork rusts a lot, though.
Overall
3.0
Comfort
3/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
3/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
2/5
Reliability
3/5
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2001 Pontiac Sunfire

by Sunfire69 on 06-11-2017
Sunfire, The Dream
An absolutely amazing vehicle. You cant kill it, incredibly comfortable, affordable and easy to maintain. This card got me to back and forth to work without delay, any minor problem could be easy solved with simple labor and a plethora of spare parts. The joy of simply owning a sunfire is remarkable, it is simply the best possible car to own in the world.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Pontiac Sunfire

by Koloko on 06-09-2017
Reliable
Very good car that does not need a lot of repairs. Fairly fast and good on gas. It is comfortable and has good performance.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
4/5
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2000 Pontiac Sunfire

by Joe8228 on 06-05-2017
Nice little car
My first car! It was rented but I liked it. It was a good car and pretty much performant for the engine it had.
Overall
3.0
Comfort
3/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
3/5
Interior Design
2/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
3/5
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2002 Pontiac Sunfire

by BigA1973 on 05-24-2017
good car for a first time driver
It always started for me no mater what. I had the 2.4L with manual transmission. If you drive it right the clutch and tranny never needed changing. Handled great in and out of the city. Good on gas if your engine is running ok. Proper maintenance will keep your gas bill low.
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Pontiac Sunfire

by thomas on 01-21-2016
Dirt cheap to fix and very reliable
Buy a older sunfire or cavalier and enjoy the $2000 down 0 dollars a month club. For the cost of freight, you get a car. For the cost of the taxes, you get a car. For the cost of winter tires, you get a car. For the cost of A/C, you get a car. For the cost of interest, you get a car. If you got money than go buy a new car. But if your making 15$ a hour get a sunfire.
Overall
2.5
Comfort
2/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
3/5
Interior Design
2/5
Exterior Styling
1/5
Reliability
4/5
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1999 Pontiac Sunfire

Trim: SE
by MIRO on 12-15-2015
Very reliable
This car has always been extremely reliable for me as a second car. No issues. Regular maintenance was performed due to the age of the vehicle. No major repairs or problems.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2004 Pontiac Sunfire

by Egbert on 06-07-2015
Disappointing
Less than 50k Kilometers -
Brakes only lasted 15K, cheap drums & rotos warped
BF Goodrich radials cracked and unsafe after only 30k!
Cheap, crummy stereo, front speakers died after a couple of years.
Clearcoat turned milky in blotches all over car.
Belts, brake lines poor longevity.
Will not buy another GM product.
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
4/5
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2002 Pontiac Sunfire

by jlev on 11-29-2014
Good strong var
Love it, never fails and is a perfect first car. Iv had mine for a few months and i cant get over how easily it starts in winter. The styling is a little odd but they are very strong and reliable. Comfy inside.
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
3/5
Interior Design
2/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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1999 Pontiac Sunfire

Trim: GT
by Larrys_Car on 10-18-2014
An excellent car for the money
I have enjoyed driving this car very much but now have a bigger car for my wife. I have had it for about 8 years and it has not given me any problems.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
4/5
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1999 Pontiac Sunfire

Trim: SE
by Les8654 on 09-23-2014
99 Sunfires Cheap to Insure and repair but still comfortable
Not the most stylish out there, but definitely great mileage and super reliable
Best part is there are always tons of spare parts available at the wreckers
Even though they are old they come with airbags and abs as a standard feature which makes them more family friendly
Plus the insurance is ridiculously cheap,
a good budget friendly used car
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
3/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Pontiac Sunfire

by Jay3691 on 06-17-2014
It has been about an average vehicle
Bought this car 10 years ago. It has quick pick up, steady on the highway, its design is good in and out. It resembles a sport car so it feels a bit low when you sit. Reliability has been average at best. Rear brakes have been the worst problem - they start squeaking and need to machine/replace the drums per year or so. Maintenance is less expensive compared to SUVs etc. Fuel economy is ... not the best, but I guess it is tolerable. Check out fueleconomy.gov and then compare-side-by-side to see details on this model. Check out carbeef.com for tech. issues with this model.
Overall
3.5
Comfort
3/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
3/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
2/5
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2002 Pontiac Sunfire

Trim: gold
by students on 05-05-2014
awsome little car
start up great, economical, 50.00 to fill uses regular..brakes, muffler. fuel lines done one year ago,,good stereo sound..suitable for young person as is low to get in and out of that is why i am selling it..rust is obvious around gas tank and lower doors...
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
4/5
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2004 Pontiac Sunfire

by 2004-2014 on 04-16-2014
Great Deal
Excellent for the basic needs of a reliable and affordable vehicle. Excellent highway driving. Handles well. Sleek design is very appealing. Easy on the pocket book for maintenance. Great fuel economy.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2001 Pontiac Sunfire

Trim: GT
by michelleopal on 04-02-2014
Great ride
Smooth ride, fast car, great on fuel. Let the sun in with the sunroof listen to great tunes on the Monsoon CD / radio system. Interior very clean and well maintained.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
4/5
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2000 Pontiac Sunfire

Trim: GTX
by Radar43 on 03-22-2014
2000 Pontiac Sunfire

This car has treated me very good, its like a little tank will get you through anything. Very reliable, has never left me stranded, great vehicle!
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
3/5
Reliability
5/5
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2002 Pontiac Sunfire

Trim: Base
by Pontiac4life on 03-21-2014
The most Reliable Car i've had to date!!!
I had this car for a year, and in my ownership as a high school student at the time, this car has been in the ditch countless times, overheated, and even saved my life in a accident in which I dukes-of-hazard the approach in between the highway at 110km/h and still lived to drive me home. I Give this car 11/10 because of what it can withstand and how reliable it was. If they still made this car i would buy another.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
5/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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