Pontiac Grand Prix Wiper Blade Sizes (1980-2008)

The Grand Prix was introduced by the Pontiac Division of General Motors in 1962 as a personal luxury car to compete in the burgeoning market segment that demanded a blend of sportiness and luxury.

Initially offered as a performance-oriented version of the full-size Pontiac Catalina coupe, the Grand Prix boasted a stylish exterior with a distinctive grille and a luxurious interior featuring a console-mounted transmission shifter and bucket seats.

Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, the Grand Prix evolved with the times, reflecting consumers’ shifting preferences. The second generation, introduced in 1969, featured a “Coke-bottle” body shape and a more powerful engine lineup, solidifying its place in the muscle car era.

By the 1970s, the Grand Prix had transitioned to a mid-size platform, with the third generation (1973-1977) becoming more luxurious and the fourth generation (1978-1987) downsizing in response to fuel economy concerns.

The sixth generation, introduced in 1988, marked a major shift as the Grand Prix transitioned to a front-wheel-drive platform, a move that aimed to improve fuel efficiency and handling. This generation featured a more aerodynamic design and was available in coupe and sedan body styles, broadening its appeal.

Launched in 1997, the seventh gen Grand Prix continued to build on the model’s reputation for combining performance with luxury. This iteration boasted a more aggressive and modern exterior design, along with the introduction of the GT and GTP trims, which offered higher performance options including supercharged engines.

The eighth and final generation of the Grand Prix was introduced in 2004 and continued until the end of production in 2008. This last iteration featured updated styling, new technology, and the introduction of the GXP trim, which included a V8 engine—a rarity in a front-wheel-drive car.

Despite the improvements and the loyal fan base, the Grand Prix, along with the Pontiac brand itself, was discontinued as General Motors restructured during the late-2000s financial crisis.

During its later years, the Grand Prix faced competition from a number of mid-size and full-size sedans that also offered sporty performance and features. Competitors included the Chevrolet Impala, Dodge Charger, and Nissan Maxima.

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