Looking for a replacement on the Grand Prix

**elhomero** · 07-12-2014

Howdy folks,

My sister just got her license and my parents want me to give my GTP to her. It's not too big of a deal in the meantime since I also have a GTO but I do need a DD. I've been happy with my 01 GTP and was looking for a nice successor to the car.

I'm not sure if I could buy another Pontiac though this would be the 4th Pontiac I've ever bought (Grand Am, Grand Prix, and GTO). If I decide to take out an auto loan it has to be a car 05 or Newer and I'm not sure if the credit union would look too highly on a defunct brand.

I'm looking for basically a 4 door sedan (I think grand prix's are midsized) with similar power and acceleration but doesn't require premium gas. After driving both the GTP and GTO, I can't stand using my dad's Saturn.

What cars do Grand Prix owners typically move to later on?

**Scottydoggs** · 07-12-2014

something rwd lol

**Russosaur** · 07-12-2014

Anything thats not fail wheel drive.

But really I would avoid a car note if at all possible.

Why not get another GTP or even a GT? Can be had cheap, plus you know how to work on them already. I think Bio gota CTS-V, another few have Volvos, Saabs, G8, Impreza, Prius (LOL).

**sLpGPGT** · 07-12-2014

how about a G8 base?

**REDCRAPGP** · 07-12-2014

They want you to give her your car? And then you have to finance for another DD..hmm.

But I wouldn't finance just to get a DD in this maybe find another GT or GTP.. Or better yet have them buy it for your sister to drive.

**Russosaur** · 07-12-2014

Originally Posted by REDCOMPG

They want you to give her your car? And then you have to finance for another DD..hmm.

This unless they gave you the car/actually own it.

**idrivejunk** · 07-12-2014

Originally Posted by elhomero

What cars do Grand Prix owners typically move to later on?

Most Pontiac die-hards prefer Chevy second. See if they will go for a new SS. If not, low mileage Impala LTZs are everywhere. Go drive one.

The 800 pound elephant standing in this room is this sentence:

Originally Posted by elhomero

My sister just got her license and my parents want me to give my GTP to her.

This is highly unusual, in my opinion. I have my GTP because it was bought for a young woman to begin her driving life in. As soon as a parent tried out the gas pedal it was sold. I'm sure that scenario has played through many times. GTPs are easy to make mistakes in and not of very rugged construction. My advice is to suggest starting off with more GT-like performance. Its too easy to cram that pedal and break traction unexpectedly in a GTP. Traction control isn't always instant enough.

**Scottydoggs** · 07-12-2014

its not that much power lol hell i had a 70 formula 400 at 18 years old car did burn outs for days, donuts, figure 8's. had it up to 150 a few times, ( had lots of pedal left too) 220 speedo. loved that car.

**idrivejunk** · 07-12-2014

Oh yeah, it depends a lot on the individual. But your Firebird probably had bigger tires. I had fun sliding off corners back in the 14" bias-ply days too, when nobody was around. GTPs are SERIOUSLY under-tired and traffic today is like tossing a kid into a pit of lions.

**Scottydoggs** · 07-12-2014

mine had the 14's on it. tossed my brothers vette rally wheels on for a while. those fit real nice. till he demanded i take them off. i just took them one day lol.

**stocker** · 07-12-2014

I don't know that a lender would care if you bought a pontiac.

**Russosaur** · 07-12-2014

A lot of places now the vehicle has to be newer than say 05, at least chase is like that.

Sent from the Milky Way

**theaceofspades** · 07-13-2014

Can't be 10 years old for finance through a dealer you would have to get a loan through the bank

**Madness** · 07-13-2014

Do your grandparents have a Buick LeSabre they could sell you cheap?

I would call a local bank and get some loan information.

**txslow6** · 07-13-2014

Corvette.... Seriously.

Another option might be anything Mazda Speed related. Both the 3 and 6 are great cars.

**codyAK** · 07-13-2014

Originally Posted by txslow6

Corvette.... Seriously.

Another option might be anything Mazda Speed related. Both the 3 and 6 are great cars.

The guy says he wants a four door sedan, and you recommend a car that doesn't even have a backseat?

**txslow6** · 07-13-2014

Originally Posted by codyAK

The guy says he wants a four door sedan, and you recommend a car that doesn't even have a backseat?

A Mazda Speed has no back seat? That must be the new rare limited model.

**codyAK** · 07-13-2014

Originally Posted by txslow6

A Mazda Speed has no back seat? That must be the new rare limited model.

I said you recommend a car, not that every car you mentioned has no back seat.

**Chadgervais** · 07-16-2014

The Impala is a logical next step from the GP, From 2010-Current stock is 302hp, 6spd. I personally jumped ship from GM last winter and bought a 2012 Dodge Avenger. The 4cyl puts out 173 hp, the v6 puts out 283. I personally chose the 4 cylinder because it had a 4 speed transmission, I drive for a rental car service and I despise the Chrysler 6 speed, it can never make up its mind in the hills.