Hello everyone, my name is Scott and I'm a new member here in the Grand prix forums. I am a 20 year old student at UW-Whitewater who is majoring in business management and marketing. I'm also from Wisconsin.

I've always been a big fan of cars, and have had my fair share of different cars. In the past I've had a 1997 Cavalier Z24 2.4L, 1983 Firebird 2.8L V6, 1996 Camaro 3.8L V6, 1995 Camaro Z28 5.7L V8, and just recently sold my 1995 Eclipse GST 2.0L 6bolt turbo. Ive gone from sport compact, to muscle, to turbo, and now I'm looking to get into the Supercharged world.

I really enjoyed all of my cars, but I would have to say my 3.8L camaro was by far the most dependable and reliable while I had it. Therefore, I joined this forum to learn more about the 3.8L engine and am planning on buying a 98+ GT or GTP in the very near future (as soon as I find one I like).

With the dependability of a 3.8L V6 and the fun of Boost, I think the Grand Prix is the way to go. Only downfall is I'm going to miss stick shift...

Anyways - Hello everyone! I'm still looking for a car, so any input on what to look for on these cars would be really really helpful. Also - are there any known issues that are pretty consistent that I should look for? I'm a complete newb to these cars, so any input/advice would be great! Thanks!

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Former Camaro muscle and DSM turbo owner - now moving into the GTP Supercharged world!

1997 GTP - STOCK.... for now

welcome and theres not a whole lot you have to watch for but im sure some of the other guys will have better info.

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Justin Young
Kansas
1999 silver GTP DHP pcm,3" Cattless hogan DP,Front PEM,3.4 pulley,

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A.K.A. Trannyman's wife
www.tripleedgeperformance.com
www.tripleedgeperformance.com/4T65E_Parts.php

Welcome.....its good to see other from the great state of Wisconsin!!!

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3.4", 3" cated DP, SLP Air box, TB spacer, 180* Thermo, "Bilemke Tuning".

Welcome to the community. Glad to have you here.

My very first car was a 1984 Firebird. I agree with you on the reliability of the 3800 platform. I have given serious consideration in the past to just buying a spare engine to keep around and toy with 'cause I have no plans of getting rid of the GTP at any time.

You have come to a great place to learn about the 3800 as well. Ask all the questions you want, we'll do all we can to help you out.

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Scotty Hall
Bartlesville, OK
2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP
It whines a lot, but I like it.

The only limitation you will ever face in life is yourself!

Thanks for the warm welcome so far! I guess I'll take advantage and ask some questions you guys might help me on.

Alright, so GT or GTP?
-maintenance differences
-reliability/repairs
-common problems/issues
-which years are better than others
-what to look for in the different models/years
-any other info you can think of

I definitley want a GT or GTP with the 3.8L V6, but I would like to know the differences and also what to look for when buying the car. Basically I'd like a heads up before I make the big decision of buying one. ANY advice would be MUCH appreciated!

Thanks again!

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Former Camaro muscle and DSM turbo owner - now moving into the GTP Supercharged world!

1997 GTP - STOCK.... for now

I bought my GTP almost 2 years ago and I cant complain. If you check my cardomain website you'll see my progression. I almost sold it for a WS6 recently, but I decided to keep it and get a 2nd car later. It has been very reliable and you cant beat the gas mileage for the performance you get. This is a great board and there are a lot of members with tons of knowledge.
WELCOME!

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http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2619487
2008 Spring Autofair "Best Of Show"
2007 Fall Autofair " Best Of Show"
2007 Spring Autofair "Cleanest Engine Bay"

welcome aboard...

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IndyGPC Prez
http://www.indygpc.com/index.php

GTP will give you the supercharger and some nice options like the HUD. As said mine has been reliable, 110k and no major issues. I went with a 4 door because I have kids. I own a 99 so I am bias to a 99 LOL

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http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2619487
2008 Spring Autofair "Best Of Show"
2007 Fall Autofair " Best Of Show"
2007 Spring Autofair "Cleanest Engine Bay"