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Pontiac 6000 Model Overview
Pontiac 6000 Cars
Questions
Whats Wrong With My Lights? Is It Eletrical?
i own a 1988 4cyl Pontiac 6000. when i have my headlamps on and i break two strange things happen. 1. the reverse light comes on. 2.the passenger side brake light comes on for 3 seconds then goes ou...
I'm Looking For A Pontiac 6000 Se Or Ste Model In The Years Of 89-91
i'm looking to purchase to this vehicle asap. this is a vehicle that i've always wanted and is a hard to find vehicle.
I Own Two Ste's, But Would Like To Know About The Se Variant.
As I stated above, I would like to know what an SE is like compared to driving an STE?
Nostalgia
I remember when these came off the lot in 1984..they were really nice, room and had a kick to it..plus the dashboard was way cool for the day. It was the first digital output dashboard I saw back then...
No Power To The Fulepump
About the Pontiac 6000
A good illustration of "don't judge a book by its cover" might be the Pontiac 6000. First appearing in 1982 to take over from the Grand Am in the mid-size sedan market, the 6000 was not flashy by any stretch of the imagination. Squared off and bland, it looked like a respectable family car or the car your grandmother only drove once a week to the grocery store.
Once inside the 6000, however, reluctant owners were pleasantly surprised and grew into loyal fans. The 6000 made Car and Driver's Ten Best list for three years and always rated highly among customers. Starting out as a sedan and coupe, it added a wagon later, and all models were known for their roomy interiors and large trunks. The engine performance was sturdy and reliable, rarely letting drivers down, and with the V6, the 6000 had incredible pickup and enjoyable cruising speed on the highway.
Realizing its potential, Pontiac released a sportier model, the STE, which had a high-output version of the regular engine and sports-tuned suspension and performance attributes. This, along with the car's affordability, low repair record, good fuel economy, and inexpensive aftermarket parts, made it a great package for first time buyers wanting both practicality, economy, and performance. Though most drivers bemoaned its ugly exterior, they gave high praises to the driving experience.
A brief all-wheel drive version was offered towards the end of the 6000's life, as was a 3.1 V6 which supposedly was the first of these in a production vehicle. The Pontiac 6000 lived for 11 years, being replaced in 1992 by the Grand Prix, but most original owners say their cars are still going strong.