1996 Pontiac Grand Am Gt Original Owner Always Serviced Runs Excellent But on 2040-cars
Bethpage, New York, United States
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We are the original owners of this car. It was purchased brand new in 1996 from Sun Pontiac in Wantagh Long Island. My wife drove this car for 15 years. Prior to the front end accident this car was never crashed or painted. The oil was always changed every 2,000-3,000 miles and was always serviced. It never had to go back to the dealer for anything. We drove it from the lot and it never had to go back. It was a great running car and still runs great. The motor and transmission are still strong. This car is also pretty quick with the powerful 3100 V6 engine. Our son took over the car 2 years ago to get back and forth to school and work. He unfortunately had an accident with the front. Being his schedule is hectic we had no time to get the vehicle fixed as he needed a car right away so we decided to get him another car. This car needs a new bumper cover, two headlamps, hood and some other small parts. The fenders are undamaged. The radiator support is pushed back but I see no damage to any of the cooling items and no fluid is leaking. The car still runs and drives. It would make a nice father and son project or a great station car for a person on a budget. In any event it has to go. Thanks for looking.
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