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#98 of 1454 wadhwam by wadhwam Aug 03, 1998 (7:46 pm)
gator, I have a deal worked out with my local dealer for a Transport Montana which stickers at $28,165. Purchase price: $25, 679 ($1 over invoice) Residual: 61% (will make purchasing at the end a losing proposition) Security deposit waived ($0) Interest rate: 9% (this really stinks) 36 months, 15K miles: $354 with tax Money to start: $4000 I live in California so we don't get the rebates that the rest of the country does, so you may be able to do better. Just watch how they vary the residual. I would prefer a lower residual and a lower interest rat to maintain the same payment, just in case I really like the car and want to keep it at the end. For $372(which includes the refundable security deposit) I'm getting a loaded GLS Silhouette (MSRP $28,990) which I may go for instead(has 4% interest rate, lower residual, leather, power pass. seat). Hope this helps, let me know what you get.
#99 of 1454 gator by gator Aug 05, 1998 (2:11 pm)
wadhwam, thanks. Residual in DC area is 42%. I like the looks of the Montana, but I'm also looking at Grand Caravans new and used. Or, I may bottom feed and get a 95 or 96 loaded Town and Country. Decisions, Decisions. Of course, what I'd really like to do is get a SUV with a third seat -- Expedition, Durango, Montero -- to sastisfy my wife's seating mandate, but I'm priced out of those choices at this point. I'll be making some kind of decision over the next 2-3 months. Might get a good deal on a new 98 Montana/Grand Caravan LE as the 99s start to roll in. We'll see.
#100 of 1454 Happy by scottbusey Aug 05, 1998 (4:28 pm)
TO:nannymann I tried to email you at AOL.COM, but they kicked back the email. Write me at scottbuseyhotmail.com if you'd like to discuss Montana.
#101 of 1454 Pontiac Trans Sport GT ? by roy3 Aug 07, 1998 (3:36 pm)
I am interested in buying a '92 Pontiac Trans Sport GT. Anyone know of any problems with this modle? Are owners happen and recommend it to others?
#102 of 1454 duster by duster Aug 07, 1998 (7:01 pm)
I have had problems with my brake peddle going all the way to the floor. My brakes feel mushy. My 1998 Trans Sport has 3,400 mi. on it. I have been to the dealer 3 times, had a new master cylinder put in as well as real cylinders. The dealer has been nice, but they can't figure it out. I think they will have to build be a whole new van to get it right. Has any else had brake problems? I like the van, but I think I got a lemon.
#103 of 1454 2345 by 2345 Aug 10, 1998 (9:02 am)
duster: sounds to me like you have air in your brake system. When that happens the brake pedal will go all the way to the floor. Have the dealership inspect the system for leaks, bleed and refill the system. Since the van is so new I suspect the system was filled improperly on the assembly line allowing air to be introduced into the system. Good luck.
#104 of 1454 gator by gator Aug 11, 1998 (1:39 pm)
Found an outfit called AutoEase which is sponsored by AAA. They will order a vehicle from the factory for you and deliver it to a local dealer. I am considering leasing a 99 Transport (extended) with two-tone paint, 8 passenger seating, roof rack, front and rear AC, overhead console, alloy wheels, Option Package C, CD player, and power sliding door. $500 deposit, $175 for title and registration, $10 documentation fee, free gap insurance. $373.09 for 48 months (6.9% money factor). 15K a year. Taxes are rolled into the monthly payment. Went to the dealer to test drive and get some brochures then left. I think that I am avoiding all the hassle associated with car buying and getting a better deal than I could negotiate at a dealer all day. One potential drawback is that the wait is 8-12 weeks. And I have the feeling that with the strike it might be a little longer. I don't need the van until October so it works in my case. Thought I'd pass the info on.
#105 of 1454 minuet by minuet Aug 12, 1998 (4:18 am)
I really like the 98 Transport and am thinking of buying one. Has there been any special offers or improved rebates offered on them since the strike ended.
#106 of 1454 2345 by 2345 Aug 12, 1998 (4:43 am)
minuet: Currently the Trans Sport has $1,500 cash back or 1.9% APR for 36 months. If you live in California or the northwest you can get .9% APR
#107 of 1454 gator by gator Aug 12, 1998 (1:42 pm)
Some more info on 99's. Pontiac is calling all the 99 transports "Montana's." The raised white-letter tires are now standard on all models along with rear defroster and heated side view mirrors. There are some new colors but they don't have paint chips available to see if the colors are truly new or just renamed. If you want the traction control and roof rack and suspension improvements like those on the current Montana you have to buy a special sport and handling package to add to the 99. They are making the anti-theft PASSkey system standard and somekind of next generation power slider will be available on extended Montana's (hopefully fixing the bugs in some of the present automatics). Although its probably priced ridiculously a new LCD video screen pops down from the roof so the kids can watch video games or movies, its an option of course. Horsepower and torque are improved as well as some new low/no maintenance items which Pontiac wouldn't specify. Pontiac has to keep building 98's until mid-September to sastisfy CAFEstandards so as far as I can tell 99s are a ways off which is too bad because customers may opt for other 99 minivans which will be around in early October. Thats what I have found out to date. I'm still weighing waiting and ordering a 99 to take advantage of any improvements and new paint colors although it may be October or November for delivery.

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