2004Pontiac Grand Prix COMP G SUPERCHARGED GTP (North of Boston in Southern NH) $7900
Not Perfect couple of dings and nic
Not Perfect couple of dings and nicks will fix if wanted
Car has 120000 miles
Newer tires about 4000 miles ago
NEW BREAKS
COMPLETE TUNE-UP AND READY FOR WINTER
Loaded Sunroof BLACK ON BLACK
Need space MUST GO BEFORE THE SNOW COMES
ASKING $7 900.00 or B.O.
Taking pole position for a Pontiac rebirth the all-new 2004 Grand Prix is cleaner meaner and more refined than Ponchos past. Gone are the tacked-on cladding overwrought interior and benign road manners all supplanted by an ambitious effort to challenge the midsize sedan segment wielding performance and packaging as weapons.
While the primary Japanese players have rolled out new models over the past two years each boasting V-6 models with well over 200 horsepower Grand Prix still lays claim to being the power player. The base Pontiac is motivated by the significantly revised Gen III 3800 V-6 with 200 hp matched with a four-speed automatic transmission for a respectable 20/30 city/hwy fuel economy rating. The Grand Prix GTP fits the OHV 3.8-liter engine with an Eaton supercharger for 260 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque besting even the quick 240-hp Honda Accord and Nissan Altima.
Beyond pure numbers it is the character that distinguishes the Grand Prix. The development team sought a decidedly American personality wrapped with an international-flavored packaging. The result is a clean streamlined exterior relatively restrained interior and patriotic bravado in the right places. For example all models feature machined quad exhaust pipes with the GTP emitting a particularly satisfying rumble.
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. Naturally the tires can still erupt in a neighborhood-terrorizing squeal with the traction control off. Very telling of the enthusiast mindset behind the GP a little wheel spin is permitted with traction control on still rewarding with a hearty chirp. Such nanny systems usually send a car into a fit of engine pacification and brake application to counter stoplight shenanigans but Pontiac saw fit to reward the driver with a satisfying audio cue that ultimately does improve acceleration times.
Factory-provided acceleration numbers put the GTP at 15 seconds flat in the quarter mile or a full second quicker than its 16 key competitors. The claimed 0-60 mph time is 6.5 seconds just a hair quicker than an automatic Altima.
Adding to the driving excitement are the TAPshift steering-wheel mounted toggle controls to offer F1-style shifting. In the "manual" mode gear selection is indicated in the driver information center. Just a light tap commands the automatic transmission to do the driver's bidding increasing the man-machine interaction. A welcomed distinguishing feature such controls were previously the province of premium autos such as the Aston Martin BMW or Ferrari.
While Americans are known for their straightline passions Pontiac regarded handling as a primary objective intent on pushing the sedan's corner-carving abilities to the segment's limits. The MacPherson strut front and multilink rear suspension has been tuned to balance road-holding and ride comfort with decent ride isolation.
The Competition Group (aka Comp G) suspension package features unique tuning larger-diameter anti-roll bars lighter-weight 17-inch aluminum wheels and more aggressive tire fitment to achieve a reported 0.83 lateral g. So fitted the Grand Prix feels solid with limited body roll and controlled manners though not firm. Tipping the scales at 3583 pounds the GTP is a hefty car that feels solid and unperturbed by aggressive driving encouraging a heavy foot.
To assist wayward drivers during moments of dynamic indiscretion a Bosch-sourced Stabilitrak Sport system provides four-wheel stability assistance. Tuned for the enthusiast the system is less intrusive than the related Stabilitrak offered on Cadillac models enabling spirited driving with gentle corrections.
Like the Grand Prix's dynamics the interior makes a similar evolutionary advance. The GP draws influence from European sedans for a cleaner more modern appearance than the car it replaces. Controls remain a touch oversized ensuring good ergonomics and displays are easily read. The steering wheel feels a tad large but its diameter enables a clear view of the instrument panel. Borrowing a concept from Saab the GP dash can be darkened leaving just the improved heads-up display illuminated at night. Panel gaps have been reduced though still more pronounced than the Audi A4 engineers benchmarked.
Front riders are treated to wide bucket seats with gentle bolsters. The back seat passengers may wish they were up front as the 60/40-split bench shape is compromised by its ability to fold flat. Some passengers will find issue with the seat back and bottom angles. However there are no dissenting opinions for the cargo-toting versatility. Like a Chrysler PT Cruiser the front passenger bucket tips horizontal. Fold down the optional bench to create a 9.5-foot space easily large enough to bring home 2x4s or a ladder from the hardware store. (This interior flexibility was first exhibited on the Rageous concept that graced Motor Trend's cover a few years ago proving there is always something to be gleaned from concept cars.) Access for entering or loading the rear is enhanced by a wide 82-degree rear door swing.
The trunk itself is cavernous with 16 cubic feet of space maximized through the use of scissor hinges and struts rather than cheaper intrusive goose-neck hinges.
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