So I've found 2 Grand Prix's available locally. They are:
2002 Grand Prix GT coupe Loaded, including leather interior (heated seats), power sunroof. All it's missing from the GTP is the supercharger, HUD, and digitial DIC. 170,000 km1997 Grand Prix GTP sedan Loaded, same as above. But it's got the HUD and digital DIC.
125,000 km Front end paint is showing some chips, but no rust (yet). Seats are showing some age as well.The GTP is $2000 cheaper than the GT, and the GT is really pushing my budget. Actually, it's about 20% over my budget. The GTP is more comfortable, money wise.
I've seen the pre-sales checklist on the GT, and they are replacing the oil pan and gasket (???), as well as repairing the intake manifold. For the GTP, I'd have to get it inspected, and go from there.
The GT is nice, but it takes a bit of a step beyond my budget. But it's 5 years newer, and nicely equipped. It also takes regular gas, instead of premium, which is about 10% more expensive here. Most of my driving (90%) is on a freeway (80 to 100 km/hour, 35 km each way, have made it end to end without stopping once). I like enough power to be comfortable, but I don't worry about racing or blowing the doors off the car next to me.
If it wasn't for the extra km's on the GT and the budgetary constraints, I think I'd jump on that one with both feet. But I'm also concerned about the age of the GTP and the paint chips (on both the hood and the front quarter-panels). The GTP sedan also fits into my lifestyle a bit better, as I've got two kids that would occassionally muddying up the back seat. However, they're only 8 and 6, so they're still pretty nimble. :) And our other vehicle is a mini-van, so if we need more space, we've got other options. My current commuter vehicle is a 1988 Jeep Comanche, so anything is a big step up. :)
Anyway, your thoughts are appreciated. Which one you'd choose, and perhaps why, if you've got time.
Clint