Chat about all things Bonneville (and related cars). Off-topic stuff should be in the lounge, and all mechanical problems should be posted in the proper forum.
Thanks for the welcome via my post in the Introductions section. Will take my own photos soon, but for now here is the link to the photos the dealer used to reel me in... Not sure how long the link will be live, as it has been SOLD. To me!
Taking it in to my 10+ year trusted mechanic for a once over on Monday. All looks good to me, but I haz no skillz in the mechanical department. Drives very nicely, no weird noises, everything apart from the sunroof works. I'm the 2nd owner, was traded in for a new Caddy at a main dealer. No open recalls, really think it has been very well cared for. I even got both original remote/key sets including the valet key! Not bad for a 17 year old car.
Hoping for a good few years of comfortable yet fun motoring around the Midwest. See you on the road!
Hmmm, here's a list of cars I've owned: Fiat Panda; Fiat Strada Cabriolet (on the list of the ten worst Italian cars ever); Subaru Legacy (biggest money pit ever placed on to wheels); Hyundai Accent; Hyundai Elantra; Hyundai Sonata; 2xKia Sportage; Honda Element; Nissan Sentra; Buick Rendezvous (blew engine, had it replaced, got t-boned a month later); Kia Rondo (blew engine, replaced under warranty, still going 'strong'); Eagle Talon TSi AWD 5spd (most fun I've ever had behind the wheel); Toyota Solara (RIP, another engine toasted) and now Pontiac Bonneville! I think that is it.
Daily Drivers: 2019 Chrysler Pacifica Limited: Mommy's new RGC 2015 Chrysler Town & Country Limited Platinum: Kids new RGC 2011 Camaro SS 2009 Pontiac G8 GT: L76, Sport Red Metallic 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD: Victory Red - 8.1L Big Block and Allison 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 2500: Doeskin Tan - 8.1L Big Block... RIP 1999 Chevrolet Suburban: Sunset Gold Metallic - RIP
Thanks for the friendly welcome and very helpful comments. Much appreciated!
Hmmm, here's a list of cars I've owned: Fiat Panda; Fiat Strada Cabriolet (on the list of the ten worst Italian cars ever); Subaru Legacy (biggest money pit ever placed on to wheels); Hyundai Accent; Hyundai Elantra; Hyundai Sonata; 2xKia Sportage; Honda Element; Nissan Sentra; Buick Rendezvous (blew engine, had it replaced, got t-boned a month later); Kia Rondo (blew engine, replaced under warranty, still going 'strong'); Eagle Talon TSi AWD 5spd (most fun I've ever had behind the wheel); Toyota Solara (RIP, another engine toasted) and now Pontiac Bonneville! I think that is it.
nos4blood70 wrote:Welcome from a fellow Chicago guy!
Thanks! I'm out in Warrenville (Wheaton/Aurora/Naperville area). Stock '01 SLE, Silver/Gray leather, Zxxxxx, I know Chicagoland's a small area so you'll probably see me rolling around soon
If you do, come say hi!
Loving the car so far.
Hmmm, here's a list of cars I've owned: Fiat Panda; Fiat Strada Cabriolet (on the list of the ten worst Italian cars ever); Subaru Legacy (biggest money pit ever placed on to wheels); Hyundai Accent; Hyundai Elantra; Hyundai Sonata; 2xKia Sportage; Honda Element; Nissan Sentra; Buick Rendezvous (blew engine, had it replaced, got t-boned a month later); Kia Rondo (blew engine, replaced under warranty, still going 'strong'); Eagle Talon TSi AWD 5spd (most fun I've ever had behind the wheel); Toyota Solara (RIP, another engine toasted) and now Pontiac Bonneville! I think that is it.
Daily Drivers: 2019 Chrysler Pacifica Limited: Mommy's new RGC 2015 Chrysler Town & Country Limited Platinum: Kids new RGC 2011 Camaro SS 2009 Pontiac G8 GT: L76, Sport Red Metallic 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD: Victory Red - 8.1L Big Block and Allison 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 2500: Doeskin Tan - 8.1L Big Block... RIP 1999 Chevrolet Suburban: Sunset Gold Metallic - RIP
So everything looks great - my mechanic said I've got a good one (no pun intended, but it's there I suppose)
A/C lines are corroded, so when I'm wealthy (in about 50 years) I'll have those replaced.
Rear air shocks probably deflated and are rusty, he's not bothered about those unless I am - which I'm not as 99% of the time this car will be driver only. Naturally will have them done when I'm wealthy.
Dirty engine air filter.
Front brake pads at 4mm, and driver's side rotor could use replacing.
Pretty neat report on Autoserve with photos and everything. 55 point inspection. I'm happy with the results.
I'll take some crappy photos soon and post them in the appropriate place for more abuse....
Hmmm, here's a list of cars I've owned: Fiat Panda; Fiat Strada Cabriolet (on the list of the ten worst Italian cars ever); Subaru Legacy (biggest money pit ever placed on to wheels); Hyundai Accent; Hyundai Elantra; Hyundai Sonata; 2xKia Sportage; Honda Element; Nissan Sentra; Buick Rendezvous (blew engine, had it replaced, got t-boned a month later); Kia Rondo (blew engine, replaced under warranty, still going 'strong'); Eagle Talon TSi AWD 5spd (most fun I've ever had behind the wheel); Toyota Solara (RIP, another engine toasted) and now Pontiac Bonneville! I think that is it.
Daily Drivers: 2019 Chrysler Pacifica Limited: Mommy's new RGC 2015 Chrysler Town & Country Limited Platinum: Kids new RGC 2011 Camaro SS 2009 Pontiac G8 GT: L76, Sport Red Metallic 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD: Victory Red - 8.1L Big Block and Allison 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 2500: Doeskin Tan - 8.1L Big Block... RIP 1999 Chevrolet Suburban: Sunset Gold Metallic - RIP
