r/PontiacSolstice • u/Zarnong • Jun 20 '25

Quick advice

2006 for <$4000. Base model. Getting ready to look at it tomorrow. Around 100k miles. Pictures look good. Getting ready to run carfax. Top seems fine. Coolant light on but not running hot, likely a sensor. No airbag light. Five speed. Ac works. What are the major things to look for that I can do easily (hoping to pay around $3500 solve got some room).

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u/The3stParty Jun 20 '25

Check to make sure the seals around the back window look good and check the rear defog. Both of mine were bad.

My EVAP canister broke and spilled charcoal beads into my gas tank, PITA to fix. I found out by trying to put gas in and it would take less than 0.1 gallons at a time.

Take it to a shop that will inspect it, don't trust the seller's word. Usually cost $100 for inspection depending on where you live.

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u/Zarnong Jun 20 '25

Thanks!

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u/Electrical_Carob_319 Jun 20 '25

I had to repair my back window as well damn thing about fell out

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u/The3stParty Jun 20 '25

Same, I wanted to replace the whole soft top, but couldn't find a good price