What makes a Pontiac Turbo Grand Prix different?
While the Turbo Grand Prix was visually differentiated by its flared fender arches, unique front and rear fascias, gold 16 x 8-inch Cross-Lace alloy wheels and functional hood louvers, it was what lay under that hood that really set the car apart.
What was the horsepower of the Pontiac Grand Prix in 1988?
This fresh Grand Prix earned Motor Trend’s 1988 Car of the Year award, although the 3.1-liter V-6-powered SE model had just 130 hp.
What was the price of a Pontiac Grand Prix in 1990?
The Turbo Grand Prix was officially option LG5, costing $4,888 in 1989 and $5,236 in 1990, and leading to 1990’s stout $25,560 MSRP, the equivalent of today’s $46,535.
How much horsepower does a Pontiac Grand Prix have?
The new Grand Prix sought to deliver performance as attention-getting as its styling, with increased installation percentages for manual transmissions and engine options up to the 390 hp (290 kW) 428 HO.
What was the wheelbase of the 1978 Pontiac Grand Prix?
1978 brought a downsizing of the Grand Prix and the other A-bodies. The 1978 GP was about 1 ft (0.3 m) shorter and 600 lb (270 kg) lighter than the 1977 model with an overall length of 200 in (5,100 mm) and a 108 in (2,700 mm) wheelbase. For the first time in Grand Prix history, a V8 engine was not standard equipment.
What kind of tire does a Pontiac Grand Prix use?
At mid-year, Pontiac released a radial tire option for the Grand Prix, which increased the wheel diameter from the standard 14 in (36 cm) to 15 in (38 cm). The radial donuts, provided by the division’s usual tire suppliers, included Firestone 500s and B.F. Goodrich Lifesaver T/As.
When was the last year for the Pontiac Grand Prix?
2008. 2008 was the Pontiac Grand Prix’s last year as the sedan. For 2008, Pontiac did not offer the GT trim, but continued to offer both a base and GXP trim. The base trim is offered with a 200 hp (150 kW) V6 engine and 16 in (41 cm) wheels. Several new colors were also added for the 2008 model year.