Segment: Coupe
Production years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
The 1999 Pontiac Grand Am Coupe screamed for attention, and it deserved it if not for its styling than for its performances as a sporty, two-door vehicle.
It was the last generation of the Grand Am. A name that appeared and disappeared in Pontiac's lineup a few times. The 1999 model was the last car produced at Lansing's old Fisher Body plant. It also marked a significant evolution in nameplate history, featuring independent suspension in all corners and punchy engines.
The Grand Am sported a front fascia with tear-shaped headlights and the ram-air hood grille at the front, with the Pontiac badge installed on a vertical slat. The carmaker added a wide cooling grille flanked by two round fog lights in the lower side of the plastic, wrapped-around bumper. It looked more aggressive in the two-door shape thanks to its wider doors and triangular rear side windows. A short trunk with curved edges created the impression of a compact vehicle. It was shorter than its predecessor, but not by much. The wheelbase, on the other hand, was longer by a few inches.
Inside, depending on the trim level, Pontiac installed velour upholstered seats. At the front, the bucket seats looked carried over from a regular car, not suitable for a sporty coupe. In the back, there was hardly room for two passengers. In front of the driver, the carmaker installed a double-curved instrument cluster with two large dials for the speedometer and tachometer and two smaller gauges.
Under the hood, the 1999 Grand Am started its journey with a choice of two gasoline engines: a 2.4-liter four-banger and a 3.4-liter V-6.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.2L 5MT FWD (141 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2189 cm3 |
Power: | 104 KW @ 5600 RPM 141 HP @ 5600 RPM 139 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 150 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 203 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 215/60R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 186.3 in (4732 mm) |
Width: | 70.4 in (1788 mm) |
Height: | 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59/59.1 in (1,499/1,501 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 107.2 in (2723 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.7 in (145 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.2 cuFT (374 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3066 lbs (1391 kg) |
ENGINE SPECS - 3.4L V6 4AT FWD (173 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3350 cm3 |
Power: | 127 KW @ 5200 RPM 173 HP @ 5200 RPM 170 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 195 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 264 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/50R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 186.3 in (4732 mm) |
Width: | 70.4 in (1788 mm) |
Height: | 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 59/59.1 in (1,499/1,501 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 107.2 in (2723 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.7 in (145 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 13.2 cuFT (374 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3099 lbs (1406 kg) |