1999 Pontiac Montana Long Wheel Base Runs And Drives Great on 2040-cars
Wooster, Ohio, United States
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:3.4L 207Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Transmission:Automatic
Make: Pontiac
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Model: Montana
Trim: Base Mini Passenger Van 4-Door
Options: Leather Seats, CD Player
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Drive Type: FWD
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats, Power side door, Rear heat/air, Rear head phones
Mileage: 212,720
Exterior Color: Blue
Interior Color: Tan
Disability Equipped: No
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Doors: 5
This van was a blessing to my family. We were tight on money and our van had blown up. We needed something now and bought this van. It was our main family vehicle for about 2 years. We were finally able to buy something newer and thought we would keep this one for a spare. I haven't driven it since last October I got in it about 2 weeks ago and it started right up(it hadn't been started since it was parked in October). We live in north-central Ohio and this van went to PA and WV many times with no problems. I am listing what I know is wrong with it first. We charged the A/C when we first bought it. It worked for about 2 days and quit. it must have a slow leak. Check engine light and tcs and sometimes the abs light have been on since we bought it. The electric fans have a manual switch to turn them on this is not a problem just a hassle if you drive in traffic on a hot day. It originally had an onboard air compressor which doesnot work. I'm sure the A/C and air compressor could be fixed they just were not that important to me. Now the good stuff: We figured we were keeping this van so we put a chunk of money in it about a year ago. Front rotors, calipers, pads, 2 outer tie rod ends, control arm bushings, front bearings, alignment, 4 tires, fuel pump, and battery are all new. We put about 3,000 miles on it since then. The abs system was replaced with a rebuilt system. The power side door works fine. It has keyless entry and you can open the side door with the remote. Has a security system that works fine. Rear windshield wiper works fine. The body is very solid just a couple very minor rust spots here and there. The engine was replaced not by me. It has about 100,000 miles on it. It has 5 full sized steel rims. The other side door is manual. I really hate giving this van up but we don't use it and I think it has lots of life left in it. I welcome any questions you may have. It's actually easier to email me with questions, if you want to talk personally send your phone number. It's much easier for me to call you as we have no set schedule and are in and out alot. Thanks I hope I've covered everything. God's blessings.
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