1997 Pontiac Grand Prix grinding noise

Tiny
JOHNANDEMILY09
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  • 1997 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 180,000 MILES
When I put it in gear and go it makes this really loud grinding noise, and when I gas on it its a little jumpy.I was thinking about buying it, it has been wrecked I don't know how bad. The guy at the car lot says it is the supercharger but I really doubt it. Do you have any idea what could be causing the noise?It almost sounds like I am dragging something behind me.
Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 AT 3:55 AM

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Tiny
MMPRINCE4000
  • MECHANIC
  • 8,549 POSTS
I would have car checked by a mechanic of your choice, if seller won't let you do that, RUN away.

The noise is most likely a CV shaft, or wheel bearing, I doubt it is supercharger, but if it is, it will have to be replaced, and blowers are not cheap.

The fact that it has been in a collision, makes it more important that you have it checked by a mechanic before you buy.
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Thursday, February 18th, 2010 AT 6:46 AM

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