2001 Pontiac Sunfire Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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by Charles m
May 14, 2014
the overall dependability of this vehicle has been very good i would how ever recomend if you buy one to look into any factory issues it may have or had to see if they have been repaired or not as it may result in a costly repair later in dateMay 14, 2014
by Anonymous
Apr 09, 2012
Over all its a good cheep car, living up to Pontiac's nick name of the poor man's Cadillac, It has many of the stock issues seen in any Pontiac of its era, with Faulty door locks that give over time and where, as well as problems with its AC breaking, However, most of its issues are relatively cheep fixes, making it for a great first car. Over all I would recommend it to any one looking to feel like there riding high in something that costs low.Apr 09, 2012
by John P
Nov 13, 2011
this was the best commuting car I've ever had. great in all weather(as long as snow wasn't higher than car) I was getting 375 miles per tank(28 mpg) looks sexy, had great pickup. the front had plenty of room. i was commuting 23 miles each way, five days a week for about $40 in fuelNov 13, 2011
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by Charles m
May 14, 2014
the overall dependability of this vehicle has been very good i would how ever recomend if you buy one to look into any factory issues it may have or had to see if they have been repaired or not as it may result in a costly repair later in dateMay 14, 2014
by Anonymous
Apr 09, 2012
Over all its a good cheep car, living up to Pontiac's nick name of the poor man's Cadillac, It has many of the stock issues seen in any Pontiac of its era, with Faulty door locks that give over time and where, as well as problems with its AC breaking, However, most of its issues are relatively cheep fixes, making it for a great first car. Over all I would recommend it to any one looking to feel like there riding high in something that costs low.Apr 09, 2012
by John P
Nov 13, 2011
this was the best commuting car I've ever had. great in all weather(as long as snow wasn't higher than car) I was getting 375 miles per tank(28 mpg) looks sexy, had great pickup. the front had plenty of room. i was commuting 23 miles each way, five days a week for about $40 in fuelNov 13, 2011
by Anonymous
Sep 28, 2011
I liked the look of it. and the feel of the clutch was nice. Hoping to get a 2 stage racing clutch and maybe a turbo kit. Altogether its a fun car to drive and is really not slow at all like people say.Sep 28, 2011
by Anonymous
Mar 11, 2011
I bought this car Oct. 20th 2009 after taking my previous car off the road. It got me through my 2nd year of college without hassle. Haven't had to put much money into it. It has the small 4cyl engine and it doesn't have much power to it, but it handles good. It has a nice llok to it (the front lights make it easily recognizable) Interior and basic functions are simple and not confusing. Good on gas, fun to drive, reliable and allways has got me where I wanted to go. I'd have to say tho, the over build of it is satisfactory. Like most cars into the 2000's they are mostly made of plastic. My front and back bumper, basically the whole front. I like older cars because back then they were made to last. Newer cars today are made to drive, trade, and move on. I enjoy my Sunfire and all but it seems weak. People knock Sunfires alot for being cheap cars; I think really it all depends on how you take care of it.Mar 11, 2011
by Anonymous
Dec 14, 2010
love my car. first car and im working to make it my best car. i need help from you experts out there i want to drop a honda engine in it or basiclly make it fast as hell.. got a cold air intake loud as crap exhaust throttle body spacer and some 18' r-tech rimsDec 14, 2010
by Christian M
Jul 15, 2010
Good car small 2.2L engine got great gas miles about 350 a tank costing about 25 to fill that tank, still sporty in being a 2 door, best part was putting a loud exhaust on it it was louder than a truck lol, wasnt to much get up and go but perfect for a economical sports car.Jul 15, 2010
by Daniel H
Feb 04, 2010
Acceleration? A little. Does it brake and turn? Yes. Does it squeak or rattle? A bit, but I've taken care of some things. Did have to replace the radiator after I jumped certain railroad tracks one too many times. I like the way it looks, with or without my special speed dent. Gas mileage? 24, regardless of whether I drive it hard or not. Oil change? Whenever I feel guilty. So, if you wanna know if it's fun to drive, I'll tell you it is the way I drive it!Feb 04, 2010
by Kelvin M
Oct 20, 2009
acceleration is okay compared to vehicals in its class above standard..its about as tough as a pop can fenders crumple easy, very nice looking car , sporty in a 2 door, very affordable , next to nothing to repair , and i love driving this car..Oct 20, 2009
by Zack M
Oct 06, 2009
the fun-fire was my first car. i learned how to drive standard
in it. it smoked hondas and ate fords. got good gas mileage.
looks like a girls firebird, so no one expects you to beat them
in a race.
Oct 06, 2009
by Taha U
Sep 18, 2009
Sports headers
1000 watt rms system
Motegi Mr7
Clarion in dash dvd
Led Underbody
6000k Hid
Dual Exhaust
Cold Air iNTAKE
Going to drop it soon with tien springs
get hid fog lights and borla exhaust
Hoping to find lip kitSep 18, 2009
by Francesco T
Jun 15, 2009
ok for towing very fun and reliable car but very uncomfortable and is not good for long trips. all acceleration and braking work great especially when towing the boat jetskis and 4 wheeler. there are many cars out there but for the moneyJun 15, 2009
by Kevin R
Feb 11, 2009
like that its standard, and 4 Door, like fold door back seat for more truck space. Have to repair the stereo/radio system.. back speakers do not work currently. Gas mileage is very good in summer because the air system take a lot more then the driving does, so winder is a gas sucker.Feb 11, 2009
by Chris T
Feb 04, 2009
Bought this car after my Aura disappeared from the driveway. The Quad-4 engine was excellent and suspension pretty good for a top end factory Cavalier. The modem I had was the 4-door GTX with the limited slip trac control and Monsoon stereo.
Unfortunately GM's are not designed to last over 250k, especially their econo boxes. The valves on the block fried in 2007 eventually sending the camshaft to its demise. I ended up getting a rebuilt block put in and my sister in law still drives the car today.Feb 04, 2009
by Steve G
Jan 28, 2009
The performance could be a little bit better but that will be better once i put more money into the engine. The bulid quality is pretty good i haven't had to do that much so far i only have had to replace the spark plugs but thats not that hard to do in the first place. the appearance is near perfect being that it is silver. Its great on gas mileage i drive around 200 miles a week and thats only 3/4 of a tank basically. the fun factor all depends on the driver like for me its fun cause of winters. I would recommend one of my friends to buy this car if the wanted something fun to drive in and still get good gas milieageJan 28, 2009
by Jeremy E
Jan 05, 2009
I bought it after a kid ran in to a truck with it. and he sold it to me for the price of the tires he had on it. so i got it damn cheap and am not going to complain. hell i got it to run and thats all i need it to do.Jan 05, 2009
by Karen P
Dec 26, 2008
i do not like how it handles in the snow.but it is a nice riding car and is cute to look at. economical to run as well. cheap on gas. suits my life style. a burgundy red color would be awesome.
Dec 26, 2008
by Nicholas K
Dec 18, 2008
i dislike gm but it gets me from point a to point b as long as i dont have to stick more money into it for repairs. i much would rather have a ford but that will come this springDec 18, 2008
by Carla B
Oct 08, 2008
Most dependable fun car I have owned! Its a 5 speed, handles corners well, great exceleration, wonderful gas mileage, fllies on the highway, even plows snow really well in the north! Its the funnest car I have ever driven. I call it my black beauty. I've never had any issues with this carOct 08, 2008
by Christopher L
Aug 18, 2008
This car is amazing for acceleration, it provides power and control and you can out preform most cars off the line that you see on the streets now a days.
Cost for the Car is realitvely cheap, however mechanical work can be expesive as the Sunfire brand is a more complicated car. Yet in the long run she is a blast to drive and even more fun when beating those mustangs down city streets.
As for the Interior and Exterior the car is built sounds and strong. It's low frame and slik design make it a very sporty looking car while at the same time providing confort and safty to whom ever is in the car.
All in all the car's frame is easy to do add-ons and body kit instalations as the smooth lines and look allow give it the apperance of a nice custom import if you really want them too.Aug 18, 2008
by Jason W
Aug 10, 2008
it was not to bad of a car other then the transmission its no good for the winter but other then that it had pritty good gas milage and i would recimend it to anyone that is looking a car that has pritty good power over all good car to driveAug 10, 2008
by Allison P
Jul 28, 2008
bought it in 06, performance is fine, breaking can squeak. new tires. Black paint with white pinstripes down the sides.
appearance needs some body work and some interior work could be done just to spruce it up a bit
i say about 15-20 mpg so it could be better. low maintenance except for oil and tires as usual.
the car is pretty fun to drive, tops out at 120mph or so thats how far i could take it anyway.
i would recommend this car to a friend cuz it drives well, its not a gas guzzler, and it looks pretty good on the in and outside. no major dislikes at allJul 28, 2008
by Gregory L
Jun 07, 2008
the car is good the 2.4 has a couple add-ons to make it a little faster but all in all it is a fast car for what i paid for itJun 07, 2008
by Ravi M
Apr 03, 2008
Nice Car for the wifey ! Gets from point A to B in a little bit of styleApr 03, 2008
by Darren S
Mar 19, 2008
overall not a bad car at allMar 19, 2008
by Nathaniel B
Jan 12, 2008
Not to bad for how much I paid for it.Jan 12, 2008
by Anonymous
Jan 03, 2008
It was an all around decent car i had no complaints other than i wish it was faster. Jan 03, 2008
by Allyssa S
Jan 02, 2008
miss my mustangJan 02, 2008
by Bobby J
Dec 19, 2007
It's like it was built with k'nex or something. And not even the good kind of k'nex, the generic brand called something like q'nix. Door panels did not stay attached to door, other pieces around the car that were plastic did not seem to fit and left holes and spaces between. The only reason i kept this car so long was because i couldnt destroy it and buy something else yet, and it was FWD, which is handy in winter. Not that it mattered much because the car is so low that if you have a snowfall of more than 8 inches the night before, you become a plow and lose all FWD advantages. Buy a neon instead of a sunfire. . . and i hate neons.Dec 19, 2007
by Chad B
Dec 18, 2007
i have been driven it alot,, until i get money for my car,, but its alright thoe,, fun to mess around in,, and it allows me to go see my beautiful!!!!!!!Dec 18, 2007
by Adam B
Nov 22, 2007
I love my SunfireNov 22, 2007
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2001 Pontiac Sunfire Pricing
Original MSRP
$14,790 to $17,065Price range
N/AAverage price on CG
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N/ATrims & specs
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Monsoon · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Monsoon · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-only
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Monsoon · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent