1997 Pontiac Grand Am

$795
from
1
listings
$795–$795
price range
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Low$795
High$795
From$795
Avg Mileage175,000 mi
Fresh

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1997 Pontiac Grand Am Trims

All Trims Combined
From$795
$795–$795
1 listings175,000 avg miles
GT
From$1,995
6 listings|$2K–$6K
SE
From$795
19 listings|$795–$9K

1997 Pontiac Grand Am Pricing

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Pontiac Grand Am Safety & Reliability

High Concern

With 0 recalls and 428 complaints, the 1997 Pontiac Grand Am rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
428
Complaints
32
Crashes
13
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1997 Pontiac Grand Am's biggest weak point? ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. It leads 428 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Electrical System73
02Engine And Engine Cooling50
03Service Brakes, Hydraulic48
04Air Bags33
05Vehicle Speed Control23
428 total across 1 model years (1997–1997)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Pontiac Grand Am Fuel Economy

21–23mpg combined
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18-20city
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27-30hwy
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$1,900-$2,100/yr

Fuel economy for the 1997 Pontiac Grand Am ranges from 21 to 23 MPG combined across 3 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Grand Am - Automatic 4-spd
23mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city29 hwy~$1,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Grand Am - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city30 hwy~$1,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Grand Am - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
3.1L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city27 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1997 Pontiac Grand Am

12States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Washington (13%), but the remaining listings are spread across 11 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1997.

1997 Pontiac Grand Am Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 1997 Pontiac Grand Am a good car to buy?

The 1997 Pontiac Grand Am has 0 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue area is electrical system, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

What's the gas mileage of the 1997 Pontiac Grand Am?

Depending on configuration, the 1997 Pontiac Grand Am delivers 21–23 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 1997 Pontiac Grand Am?

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the number-one complaint area for the 1997 Pontiac Grand Am, based on 428 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 1997 compare to other Pontiac Grand Am years?

The 1997 sits at a specific point in the Pontiac Grand Am lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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