New Member! Looking to get a GTP!

[SyntheticShield]

Welcome to the community. Glad to have you here.

My very first car was a 1984 Firebird. I agree with you on the reliability of the 3800 platform. I have given serious consideration in the past to just buying a spare engine to keep around and toy with 'cause I have no plans of getting rid of the GTP at any time.

You have come to a great place to learn about the 3800 as well. Ask all the questions you want, we'll do all we can to help you out.

[GreenNirvana101]

Thanks for the warm welcome so far! I guess I'll take advantage and ask some questions you guys might help me on.

Alright, so GT or GTP?
-maintenance differences
-reliability/repairs
-common problems/issues
-which years are better than others
-what to look for in the different models/years
-any other info you can think of

I definitley want a GT or GTP with the 3.8L V6, but I would like to know the differences and also what to look for when buying the car. Basically I'd like a heads up before I make the big decision of buying one. ANY advice would be MUCH appreciated!

Thanks again!

[nemesis]

[David99GTP]

Thanks for the warm welcome so far! I guess I'll take advantage and ask some questions you guys might help me on.

Alright, so GT or GTP?
-maintenance differences
-reliability/repairs
-common problems/issues
-which years are better than others
-what to look for in the different models/years
-any other info you can think of

I definitley want a GT or GTP with the 3.8L V6, but I would like to know the differences and also what to look for when buying the car. Basically I'd like a heads up before I make the big decision of buying one. ANY advice would be MUCH appreciated!

Thanks again!

GTP will give you the supercharger and some nice options like the HUD. As said mine has been reliable, 110k and no major issues. I went with a 4 door because I have kids. I own a 99 so I am bias to a 99 LOL

[GreenNirvana101]

How do you guys feel about a 1999 GT black sedan, black leather, HUD, sunroof, new plugs/wires, new tires, new coolant system, new fuel filter and w/ 135000 miles? I found one very close to my residence, and the pics look like its in a great, clean condition. The asking price is $4100 OBO.

I intend to take a look at this in person sometime this week... any advice on what to look for. Is a car with 135k on it going to be prone to a lot of problems?

Thanks.

[Curtis]

How do you guys feel about a 1999 GT black sedan, black leather, HUD, sunroof, new plugs/wires, new tires, new coolant system, new fuel filter and w/ 135000 miles? I found one very close to my residence, and the pics look like its in a great, clean condition. The asking price is $4100 OBO
Is a car with 135k on it going to be prone to a lot of problems?

Thanks.

Welcome!
Answering the bold...
if the previous owners took care of it, the answer is NO
The price looks good depending on appearance, my brother just bought a 2000 GT near perfect paint, garage kept all it's life, complete maintenance records for $4500 with 130K miles.

[MikeGTP88]

Welcome!
Answering the bold...
if the previous owners took care of it, the answer is NO
The price looks good depending on appearance, my brother just bought a 2000 GT near perfect paint, garage kept all it's life, complete maintenance records for $4500 with 130K miles.

i got my 00 gtp coupe with 94,000 for $4,500 a little over a year ago and have had no major issues. has all bells and whistles bose leather hud etc now 111,000

[David99GTP]

I bought my GTP almost 2 years ago and I cant complain. If you check my cardomain website you'll see my progression. I almost sold it for a WS6 recently, but I decided to keep it and get a 2nd car later. It has been very reliable and you cant beat the gas mileage for the performance you get. This is a great board and there are a lot of members with tons of knowledge.
WELCOME!