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1997 Pontiac Sunfire 2dr Convertible SE

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Pontiac Sunfire 2dr Convertible SE
Pontiac Sunfire 2dr Convertible SE
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$18,899
Base Invoice:
$17,482
Destination:
$500
Engine/Fuel:
2.4L/146 Gas L4
Transmission:
4 Speed Automatic w/OD,
Door/Body Style:
2 Door Convertible SE
Drive Type:
Front Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
25/34

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Subcompact
Engine
Engine Order Code : LD9
Engine Type : Gas L4
Displacement : 2.4L/146
Fuel System : SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 150 @ 5600
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 155 @ 4400
Transmission
Drivetrain : Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code : MM5
Trans Type : 5
Trans Description Cont. : Manual w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again :
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 3.91
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.18
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.45
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 1.03
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) : 0.74
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 3.58
Clutch Size (in) : 8.86
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 3.91
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 22
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 32
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : 600
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 105
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 10.0
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 2870
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 1000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 100
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear : Trailing Arms
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : 32
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : 25
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : 0.74
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) :
Brakes
Brake Type : Power
Brake ABS System : 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) :
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.2 x 0.79
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) :
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) : 7.87 x 1.77
Tires
Front Tire Order Code : QPD
Rear Tire Order Code : QPD
Spare Tire Order Code :
Front Tire Size : P195/65R15
Rear Tire Size : P195/65R15
Spare Tire Size : T115/70D14
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 6
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 6
Spare Wheel Size (in) : 14 x 4
Front Wheel Material : Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material : Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material : - TBD -
Steering
Steering Type : Power Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 14.7
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 2.6
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 35.6
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : 37.2
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 15.2
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 104.1
Length, Overall (in) : 181.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 68.4
Height, Overall (in) : 53.7
Tread Width, Front (in) : 57.6
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 56.6
Min Ground Clearance (in) : 5.7
Liftover Height (in) : 27.5
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume (ft³) : 9.9
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 5
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 83.4
Front Head Room (in) : 34.1
Front Leg Room (in) : 42.1
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 54.1
Front Hip Room (in) : 48.7
Second Head Room (in) : 33.6
Second Leg Room (in) : 32.6
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 47.1
Second Hip Room (in) : 47.8
Summary
Vehicle Name : Sunfire
Body Style : 2 Door Convertible SE

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 25/hwy 34 (2.2L engine/4-speed auto trans)
City 23/hwy 33 (2.4L engine/5-speed manual trans)
City 22/hwy 32 (2.4L engine/4-speed auto trans)
EXTERIOR
Soft fascia front/rear 5-mph bumpers
Rear decklid spoiler
Body-side moldings
Rocker panel moldings
Composite halogen headlamps
Daytime running lamps
Dual sport breakaway mirrors (LH remote/RH manual)
Soft-Ray tinted glass
Glass rear window in convertible top
Controlled-cycle "wet-arm" windshield wipers w/fixed delay pulse feature
Extensive anti-corrosion protection
Extensive acoustical insulation
INTERIOR
Milliweave cloth reclining front bucket seats w/easy-entry passenger seat
3-passenger full-folding rear seat w/integrated headrests
Front console w/armrest, storage bin, cassette/CD holder
Front/rear carpeted floor mats
4-spoke sport steering wheel w/tilt column
Speed control w/resume speed
Analog instrument cluster-inc: speedometer, tachometer, odometer, coolant temp, trip odometer
Manual remote decklid release
Warning lamps-inc: "headlamps-on", oil pressure
PASSlock anti-theft system
Custom air conditioning
Rear seat HVAC ducts
Electric rear window defogger
ETR AM/FM stereo w/seek-up/down, digital clock, fixed mast antenna
Day/night rearview mirror w/dual reading lamps
Front door map pockets
Lockable glove box
Full headliner in convertible top
Dual covered visor vanity mirrors
Assist handles
Theater dimming system
Low-liftover design luggage compartment w/lamp, full carpeting, trunk net
MECHANICAL
2.2L (133) MPFI 4-cyl engine
4-speed automatic transmission w/OD
Brake/transmission shift interlock
3.63 axle ratio
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)
Front wheel drive
525-CCA Delco Freedom battery w/rundown protection
GM computer command control
Deflected-disc MacPherson strut front suspension w/anti-roll bar
Tubular rear axle w/coil-over-shock rear suspension
P195/65R15 touring SBR BSW tires (note: tire chains should not be used)
Compact spare tire
15" custom bolt-on wheel covers
Pwr rack & pinion steering
Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
15.2 gallon fuel tank
Stainless steel exhaust system
Single key system
SAFETY FEATURES
Driver & front passenger airbags
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Brake/transmission shift interlock
Daytime running lamps
Front/rear outboard manual lap/shoulder belts
Rear center lap belt
Rear shoulder belt child comfort guides
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)
Padded instrument panel
Energy-absorbing steering column
5-mph bumpers
Side-guard door beams

Options

NO OPTION KIND
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER $20
FRONT LICENSE PLATE BRACKET STANDARAD
MANUFACTURERS STATEMENT OF ORIGIN STANDARAD
PRELIMINARY INVOICE STANDARAD
ETR AM/FM STEREO W/PWR LOADING CASSETTE -inc: auto-reverse, seek-up/down, digital clock (REQ: 1SA Opt Pkg) $195
ETR AM STEREO/FM STEREO W/AUTO-REVERSE CASSETTE, 7-BAND GRAPHIC EQUALIZER -inc: seek- up/down, search & play feature, digital clock $230
ETR AM STEREO/FM STEREO W/COMPACT DISC, GRAPHIC EQUALIZER -inc: seek-up/down, digital clock $330
SMOKERS PKG -inc: ashtray, lighter $15
15" CAST ALUMINUM WHEELS $280
Emission System
FEDERAL EMISSIONS STANDARAD
MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK EMISSIONS $170
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS $170
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK EMISSION OVERRIDE *must be ordered for units shipped to dealers in the states of California, New York or Massachusetts w/Federal Emissions* (REQ: FE9 Emissions) STANDARAD
FEDERAL EMISSION OVERRIDE *must be ordered for units shipped to dealers in Federal areas w/California or Massachusetts/New York Emissions* (REQ: YF5 or NG1 Emissions) STANDARAD
Engine
2.2L (133) MPFI 4-CYL ENGINE (STD) STANDARAD
2.4L (146) DOHC SFI 16-VALVE 4-CYL "TWIN CAM" ENGINE $450
Transmission
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) STANDARAD
5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/OD (REQ: LD9 Engine) *Deletes std brake/trans shift interlock, Enhanced Traction System* *CREDIT* STANDARAD
Tires
P195/65R15 TOURING SBR BSW TIRES (STD) STANDARAD
Option Package
OPT PKG 1 -inc: base vehicle STANDARAD
OPT PKG 2 -inc: ETR AM stereo/FM stereo w/ compact disc, steering wheel radio controls, dual pwr sport mirrors, pwr door locks *NET* $765
OPT PKG 3 -inc: ETR AM stereo/FM stereo w/ compact disc, steering wheel radio controls, dual pwr sport mirrors, remote keyless entry, pwr door locks/windows *NET* $1,205
Seat Type
MILLIWEAVE CLOTH RECLINING FRONT BUCKET SEATS (STD) STANDARAD
PATINA/REDONDO CLOTH RECLINING FRONT BUCKET SPORT SEATS -inc: leather-wrapped steering wheel/parking brake handle/shifter, seatback pockets, seat side bolsters, driver lumbar adjuster (N/A w/1SA Opt Pkg) $180
SANTOS VINYL RECLINING FRONT BUCKET SPORT SEATS -inc: leather-wrapped steering wheel/ parking brake handle/shifter, seatback pockets, seat side bolsters, driver lumbar adjuster (N/A w/1SA Opt Pkg) $180
Paint Type
SOLID PAINT (STD) STANDARAD
Owner Follow-up
PONTIAC CUSTOMER NETWORK (PCN) STANDARAD

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
Basic:
3 Years/36,000 Miles
NO Deductible
Courtesy transportation during warranty covered repairs

Drivetrain:
8 Years/80,000 Miles

Corrosion:
3 Years/36,000 Miles
Rust-Through
6 Years/100,000 Miles