1998 Pontiac Grand Am 4dr Sdn GT
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Pontiac Grand Am 4dr Sdn GT
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$16,474
Base Invoice:
$15,074
Destination:
$525
Engine/Fuel:
3.1L/191 Gas V6
Transmission:
5 Speed Manual w/OD
Door/Body Style:
4 Door Sedan GT
Drive Type:
Front Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
23/33
Specifications
| Vehicle | |
|---|---|
| EPA Classification : | Compact |
| Engine | |
| Engine Order Code : | L82 |
| Engine Type : | Gas V6 |
| Displacement : | 3.1L/191 |
| Fuel System : | SFI |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : | 155 @ 5200 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM : | 185 @ 4000 |
| Transmission | |
| Drivetrain : | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Order Code : | MX0 |
| Trans Type : | 4 |
| Trans Description Cont. : | Automatic w/OD, |
| Trans Description Cont. Again : | Electronic |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) : | 2.92 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) : | 1.57 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) : | 1.00 |
| Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : | 0.71 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) : | |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) : | |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) : | 2.13 |
| Clutch Size (in) : | |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : | 3.42 |
| 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) : | 13.2 |
| Weight Information | |
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) : | 2987 |
| Trailering | |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : | 1000 |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : | 100 |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : | 1000 |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : | 100 |
| Suspension | |
| Suspension Type - Front : | MacPherson Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear : | Trailing Arm |
| 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) : | 0.95 |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : | 0.87 |
| 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 0.8 |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : | |
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) : | Yes |
| Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) : | 7.9 x 1.8 |
| Tires | |
| Front Tire Order Code : | QLG |
| Rear Tire Order Code : | QLG |
| Spare Tire Order Code : | |
| Front Tire Size : | P205/55R16 |
| Rear Tire Size : | P205/55R16 |
| Spare Tire Size : | T115/70D14 |
| Wheels | |
| Front Wheel Size (in) : | 16 x 6 |
| Rear Wheel Size (in) : | 16 x 6 |
| Spare Wheel Size (in) : | 14 x 4 |
| Front Wheel Material : | Aluminum |
| Rear Wheel Material : | Aluminum |
| Spare Wheel Material : | - TBD - |
| Steering | |
| Steering Type : | Variable Power Rack & Pinion |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : | 14.0 |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : | 2.3 |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : | 35.3 |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : | 37.2 |
| Fuel Tank | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : | 15.2 |
| Exterior Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase (in) : | 103.4 |
| Length, Overall (in) : | 186.9 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : | 68.3 |
| Height, Overall (in) : | 53.5 |
| Tread Width, Front (in) : | 55.8 |
| Tread Width, Rear (in) : | 56.6 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) : | 5.7 |
| Liftover Height (in) : | 30.8 |
| Cargo Area Dimensions | |
| Trunk Volume (ft³) : | 13.4 |
| Interior Dimensions | |
| Passenger Capacity : | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft³) : | 88.3 |
| Front Head Room (in) : | 37.8 |
| Front Leg Room (in) : | 43.1 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) : | 52.2 |
| Front Hip Room (in) : | 50.2 |
| Second Head Room (in) : | 37.0 |
| Second Leg Room (in) : | 34.9 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) : | 52.6 |
| Second Hip Room (in) : | 50.7 |
| Summary | |
| Vehicle Name : | Grand Am |
| Body Style : | 4 Door Sedan GT |
Standard Features
| EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS | |
|---|---|
| City 23/hwy 33 (2.4L engine/5-speed manual trans) | |
| City 22/hwy 32 (2.4L engine/4-speed auto trans) | |
| City 20/hwy 29 (3.1L engine/4-speed auto trans) | |
| EXTERIOR | |
| Soft fascia bumpers w/integral rub strips | |
| Rear decklid spoiler | |
| Wide lower body-color aero extensions | |
| Body-color wide body-side moldings | |
| Composite halogen headlamps w/reflector optics | |
| Daytime running lamps w/auto light control | |
| Fog lamps | |
| Dual sport mirrors (LH remote/RH manual) | |
| Soft-Ray tinted glass | |
| Controlled-cycle wet-arm windshield wipers | |
| Extensive anti-corrosion protection | |
| Extensive acoustic insulation | |
| INTERIOR | |
| Cordae cloth reclining front bucket seats | |
| 3-passenger rear seat w/integrated headrests | |
| Front floor console w/storage, armrest, coinholder | |
| Cupholders w/"Aladdin" retention feature | |
| Front/rear carpeted floor mats | |
| 4-spoke sport steering wheel | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel/shift knob/parking brake handle | |
| Tilt steering wheel | |
| Analog instrumentation-inc: speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, fuel/temp gauges | |
| Headlamp-on warning light | |
| Automatic pwr door locks-inc: unlock/relock feature | |
| Remote fuel-filler door release | |
| Remote decklid release | |
| PASS-Lock theft deterrent system | |
| Custom air conditioning | |
| ETR AM/FM stereo w/seek-up/down, digital clock | |
| Fixed-mast antenna | |
| Glove compartment | |
| Front door map pockets | |
| Day/night rearview mirror | |
| RH visor vanity mirror | |
| Overhead storage compartment | |
| Interior lamp group-inc: trunk lighting, illum entry w/theater dimming | |
| Utility/litter bag hook | |
| Low liftover design trunk w/trim protector | |
| Carpeted luggage compartment | |
| MECHANICAL | |
| 2.4L (146) DOHC SFI 16-valve 4-cyl "Twin Cam" engine | |
| 5-speed manual transmission w/OD | |
| 3.94 final drive ratio | |
| Front wheel drive | |
| 600-CCA Delco Freedom battery w/rundown protection | |
| 105-amp alternator | |
| GM computer command control | |
| Deflected-disc MacPherson strut front suspension | |
| Trailing arm rear suspension w/torsion beam | |
| Uplevel front/rear stabilizer bars | |
| P205/55R16 performance SBR BSW tires | |
| Compact spare tire | |
| 16" GT-specific 3-spoke cast aluminum wheels | |
| Pwr rack & pinion steering | |
| Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes | |
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |
| Stainless steel exhaust system | |
| Dual cast aluminum exhaust outlets | |
| 15.2 gallon fuel tank | |
| Single key system | |
| No Category | |
| **ASTERISK (*) INDICATES EQUIPMENT WHICH IS IN ADDITION TO OR REPLACES BASE MODELS STANDARD EQUIPMENT** | |
| SAFETY | |
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |
| Driver & front passenger airbags | |
| Front/rear outboard lap/shoulder safety belts, rear center lap belt | |
| Adjustable front shoulder safety belt guides | |
| Rear shoulder belt child comfort guides | |
| Child-resistant rear door locks | |
| Energy-absorbing steering column | |
| Side-guard door beams | |
| Daytime running lamps | |
Options
| NO OPTION KIND | |
|---|---|
| ENGINE BLOCK HEATER | $20 |
| ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER | $180 |
| FRONT LICENSE PLATE BRACKET | STANDARAD |
| MANUFACTURERS STATEMENT OF ORIGIN | STANDARAD |
| PWR WINDOWS -inc: driver-side express-down (N/A w/1SA Opt Pkg) | $355 |
| PRELIMINARY INVOICE | STANDARAD |
| ETR AM STEREO/FM STEREO W/AUTO-REVERSE CASSETTE, 7-BAND GRAPHIC EQUALIZER -inc: 6-speaker sound system (REQ: 1SB Opt Pkg) | $110 |
| ETR AM STEREO/FM STEREO W/COMPACT DISC, GRAPHIC EQUALIZER -inc: 6-speaker sound system (N/A w/1SA Opt Pkg) | $210 |
| DELCO ETR AM STEREO/FM STEREO W/COMPACT DISC, CASSETTE, 7-BAND GRAPHIC EQUALIZER -inc: 6-speaker sound system (N/A w/1SA Opt Pkg) | $405 |
| 6-WAY PWR DRIVER SEAT (REQ: 1SD Opt Pkg) | $340 |
| SMOKERS PKG -inc: lighter, ashtray | $15 |
| PWR GLASS SUNROOF (N/A w/1SA Opt Pkg) *Deletes std overhead storage compartment* | $595 |
| WHITE WHEELS *Affects Color Availability* | STANDARAD |
| Emission System | |
| FEDERAL EMISSIONS | STANDARAD |
| NEW YORK/MASSACHUSETTS/CONNECTICUT EMISSIONS | $170 |
| CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS | $170 |
| CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT EMISSION OVERRIDE *must be ordered for units shipped to dealers in the states of New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut or California w/Federal Emissions* (REQ: FE9 Emissions) | STANDARAD |
| FEDERAL EMISSION OVERRIDE *must be ordered for units shipped to dealers in Federal areas w/California, New York, Massachusetts or Connecticut Emissions* (REQ: YF5 or NG1 Emissions) | STANDARAD |
| Engine | |
| 2.4L (146) DOHC SFI 16-VALVE 4-CYL "TWIN CAM" ENGINE (STD) (N/A w/1SD Opt Pkg) | STANDARAD |
| 3.1L (191) SFI V6 3100 ENGINE (REQ:MX0 Trans) (REQ: 1SC or 1SD Opt Pkg) | $450 |
| Transmission | |
| 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) (REQ: LD9 Engine) (N/A w/1SD Opt Pkg) | STANDARAD |
| 4-SPEED ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD -inc: enhanced traction system, brake/trans shift interlock (N/A w/1SA Opt Pkg) | $810 |
| Tires | |
| P205/55R16 PERFORMANCE SBR BSW TIRES (STD) | STANDARAD |
| Option Package | |
| OPT PKG -inc: base vehicle | STANDARAD |
| OPT PKG -inc: elect rear window defogger, ETR AM/FM stereo w/pwr-loading cassette *NET* | $375 |
| OPT PKG -inc: cruise control w/resume speed, elect rear window defogger, ETR AM/FM stereo w/compact disc, pwr windows w/driver-side express down, pwr mirrors, remote keyless entry, variable-effort pwr steering *NET* | $1,480 |
| OPT PKG -inc: cruise control w/resume speed, elect rear window defogger, ETR AM/FM stereo w/compact disc, pwr windows w/driver-side express down, pwr mirrors, remote keyless entry, variable-effort pwr steering, steering wheel radio controls,split-folding rear seat, pwr sunroof, sport seats *NET* | $2,535 |
| Seat Type | |
| CORDAE CLOTH FRONT BUCKET SEATS (STD) (N/A w/1SD Opt Pkg) | STANDARAD |
| IMPULSE CLOTH FRONT BUCKET SEATS (N/A w/1SD Opt Pkg) | STANDARAD |
| CORDAE CLOTH FRONT BUCKET SPORT SEATS -inc: passenger assist grips, reading & courtesy lamps, up-level seat design, manual driver lumbar adjustment, seatback pockets, visor extensions (REQ: 1SC or 1SD Opt Pkg) | $170 |
| IMPULSE CLOTH FRONT BUCKET SPORT SEATS -inc: passenger assist grips, reading & courtesy lamps, up-level seat design, manual driver lumbar adjustment, seatback pockets, visor extensions (REQ: 1SC or 1SD Opt Pkg) | $170 |
| PRADO LEATHER FRONT BUCKET SPORT SEATS -inc: passenger assist grips, reading & courtesy lamps, up-level seat design, manual driver lumbar adjustment, seatback pockets, visor extensions (REQ: 1SC or 1SD Opt Pkg) | $810 |
| Paint Type | |
| SOLID PAINT (STD) | STANDARAD |
Warranty and Incentives
| Warranty | |
|---|---|
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Basic: 3 Years/36,000 Miles Roadside Assistance: 3 Years/36,000 Miles |
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| Recall | |
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NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 98V320 Potential Number Of Units Affected: 217 Summary: The steering wheel can come loose from the steering shaft because the steering wheel retaining nut may have been improperly tightened. This condition can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering wheel retaining nut for correct tightness and tighten if necessary. Owner notification began during December 1998. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537 or Pontiac at 1-800-762-2737. Dates of Manufacture: November 1998 Manufacturer Recall Number: 98075 |
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| News - Crash Test Results | |
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS: Frontal crash ratings: Driver: * * * * Passenger: * * * * Side crash ratings: Driver: * * * Rear Passenger: * * * Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags. |
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