I am buying a 1998 Pontiac Sunfire-2 door SE coupe
Does anyone have anything good or bad to say about it before I put the deposit down on it?
I dont know much about cars at all…but this has 37,000 on it and is in my price range.
thanks:bu:
Well besides it being a throw-awar car, the miles and the prce range are good.
I personally cant stand four cylinder cars.
although I have never heard anything bad about the sunfire itself.
I would put the VIN through a search at http://www.carfax.com to make sure the title is clean. My co-worker has a sunfire with 90,000 miles on it and it is still doing ok for her. With any car purchase I would take it to an independant mechanic and let them look it over for any glaring problems before you buy it. Give it a good drive, feel and listen for hesatation, knocking, grinding, or otherwise abnormal sounds. =) Ask when the brakes and tires were last replaced (if ever, be careful)
Cheers!
-Niann
[edit] Fester, there are some quick 4 bangers out there… The STi is only a H4. 
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RECALL HISTORY
1995: Automatic-transmission indicator may not reflect correct gear position. 1995: Welds were omitted from lower control arms; excessive loads can result in separation. 1995-96: Front or rear hazard warning lamps (four-way flashers), or both, do not flash when switch is activated. 1996: If the key is held in the “start” position for an extended period, high current flowing through the ignition switch can melt internal switch parts. 1996: Interior lamps might come on unexpectedly while vehicle is being driven. 1996: Kinked accelerator cable in a few cars can result in unwanted acceleration. 1996-97: Airbag could deploy inadvertently in a low-speed crash, or when an object strikes the floor pan. 1996-97: Rear-suspension trailing-arm bolts can fatigue and break. 1997: Spare tire on a few cars may have incorrect rim. 1998: Wheel lug nuts on a few cars were not tightened securely, resulting in fracture of studs. 1999: Instrument-panel backlighting may not function after driver adjusts interior-light intensity.
ROAD TEST EVALUATION :98 SUNFURE
The base engine is somewhat coarse under hard throttle, but acceleration is adequate with either manual or automatic shift. The Quad 4 and later Twin Cam engines are better–smoother, quieter, and more powerful. Acceleration off the line is lively, and they work well with the 4-speed automatic. You can expect about 25 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway with either engine.
Through twisting roads, a GT corners with minimal body lean and tight grip. Under comparable conditions, an SE exhibited greater body lean, less grip, and slower reaction in its steering. Both Sunfires absorb bumpy surfaces handily, but can toss occupants around a bit on rough surfaces.
Interior space is adequate for four adults. A low rear-seat cushion forces an uncomfortable knees-up position, and head room is only marginal. Front head and leg room are a lot better. Gauges are unobstructed and controls operate smoothly. Forward visibility is fine, past a low dashboard. Backing up is difficult because of the Sunfire’s high rear parcel shelf. The glovebox in Sunfire can hold a 12-pack of soda cans and front doors have map pockets. Trunk space is ample, too, but the 2-door’s trunk opening is too small to easily load bulky cargo
The glovebox in Sunfire can hold a 12-pack of soda cans
Holy Crap that awesome. You can store some brews for those extra long trips.
