Another unique feature only found on the Grand Prix is the combination lock for the glove box, rather than a key. There was a special edition model with metallic green paint, as well as gold wheels and pinstriping. Inside, a new instrument panel hosted dual airbags, much larger and easier to use controls, and seatbelts were moved to the B-pillars rather than the doors on sedans only; coupes retained the automatic seatbelt design. Also most 1982 models had a two tone interior. Also, a new cut-pile carpeting replaced the nylon loop rugs of previous years. Interior The Grand Prix is shorter than the Bonneville in both wheelbase and length, yet still plenty roomy.
For the first time in Grand Prix history, a V8 engine was not standard equipment. Production numbers for 1971 were lower than 1970 with only 58,325 units being produced. The Grand Prix came with a. Otherwise, the Grand Prix performs energetically with its 3. The Grand Prix has an especially spacious interior, including a back seat capable of carrying three adults. The same selection of transmissions continued including the standard three-speed manual, optional four-speed manual, or three-speed Roto Hydra-matic.
However, there are no dissenting opinions for the cargo-toting versatility. Also new for 1974 was a federally mandated interlock system that required the driver and front-seat passenger to fasten their seat belts in order to start the car. The Brougham models came standard with all power options, a plush cloth interior similar to the full-sized Bonneville Brougham, and a half roof vinyl top with coach lamps. Although it had modest horsepower, benign handling and design compromises, there were only approximately 1,225 Grand Prix 2+2s built in 1986 and all found buyers. And with real-world gas mileage around 16mpg in town and well over 25 mpg on the open road, it'll keep moving for a while.
Power front disc brakes became standard equipment this year. When I returned to purchase the truck it was ready, clean and ready to go home. The base trim is offered with a 200 hp 150 kW V6 engine and 16 in 41 cm wheels. The rear seat has plenty of room for two people, and will hold a third when necessary. The bucket seats were upholstered in Morrokide vinyl, while nylon loop-blend carpeting covered the floor and lower door panels.
Or anywhere you dont need a front tag. Vehicle Overview Pontiac gives the base Grand Prix engine more horsepower and adds a racy pace-car replica as a special-edition model for 2000. Exterior Though usually considered a midsize car, cars. The 303 hp 226 kW 389 four-barrel V8 remained the standard engine. The MacPherson strut front and multilink rear suspension has been tuned to balance road-holding and ride comfort, with decent ride isolation.
It's kind of like opening up the second 4-barrel in the old days, but with much more precision. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. As of October 27, 2015, there is no remedy for this recall. The 301 also had a knocking pre-ignition problem that was later determined to be caused by the shape of the combustion chamber. It has a shortened crankshaft, and a host of other modifications to make it fit into a front-wheel-drive vehicle. The Strato bucket seats were completely new with higher seatbacks and integrated headrests in Morrokide or scivvy cloth trims, and optional recliners and adjustable lumbar support, with a notchback bench seat offered as a no-cost option. To add some excitement, Pontiac also launched a special pace car model.
Unique elements such as the Dark Cherry Metallic paint, 40th Anniversary badges, and Ruby Red and Graphite interior trim with the 40th Anniversary logo embroidered on the front seats and floormats differentiated this option package from the previous year's offering. This would be the last year for the G-body Grand Prix, which would be replaced by the all-new W-body version in 1988. I also installed larger brake disc that are drilled and slotted. It has always stayed waxed and clean and leather treated. A module with no generant would not inflate the air bag, and the occupant could receive more severe injuries. To assist wayward drivers during moments of dynamic indiscretion, a Bosch-sourced Stabilitrak Sport system provides four-wheel stability assistance.
Interior trim also received minor revisions, and a bench seat with center armrest returned as a no-cost option to the standard Strato bucket seats and console. The base Grand Prix has a 200-horsepower, 3. This package adds the -inspired rear spoiler and roof fences, hood-mounted heat extractors, and polished dual-outlet exhaust tips previously offered on the 2000 Pace Car Replica and also adds a two tone interior, 15-spoke chrome wheels, and the requisite badging. Also on models equipped with 3. Access for entering or loading the rear is enhanced by a wide 82-degree rear door swing. The first Grand Prix coupes were built in October 1987, and released on January 12, 1988 for the 1988 model year. Just these simple bolt-ons turned this thing into quite a tire smoker.
The base Grand Prix is rated at 28 mpg highway, and the V8 manages to get 16 city, 25 highway. New for 1975 was a more economical 170 hp 130 kW 400 cu in 6. Both optional 428 cu in 7. Mirrors on some models were painted in body color. Like the Grand Prix's dynamics, the interior makes a similar evolutionary advance. In back the taillights were simplified to eliminate the weighty pot metal bezels that created the horizontal stripe effect in 1976.
With such twisting force available, we expected the front-driver to torque steer on hard launch like the Altima, but such sideways motion is almost entirely stifled. Failed to get data, please try again. The full-size Catalina-based Grand Prix sold well through the 1960s. The 200 hp 150 kW 455 cu in 7. A police interceptor model was offered. The deep trunk holds 16 cubic feet of cargo. This recall covers nearly 1.