DETROIT - With one of the youngest buyer bases in the industry, Pontiac Sunfire continues to build on its youth-oriented image with the introduction of the 1999 GT convertible.

Distinctive Front Fascia
Sunfire's GT convertible features the distinctive GT front fascia with round directional signal lenses, GT-specific rear fascia, dual exhaust outlets and clecklist spoiler.

Model Lineup
Sunfire's 1999 lineup includes the SE Coupe, SE Sedan, SE Convertible and GT Coupe, each equipped with features and options normally reserved for bigger, more expensive cars.   Dual Next Generation air bags, antilock brakes and rear seat HVAC ducts and the PassLock theft-deterrent system are standard on all Sunfire models.

Powertrains
Powertrain selections for the 1999 SE Coupe and SE Sedan include the standard 2.2-liter engine with a five-speed manual transmission. This combination yields an EPA fuel economy rating of 24 city/34 highway. The 115-horsepower 2.2-liter engine is also available with a three-speed automatic or a four-speed automatic transmission.

The 2.4-liter Twin Cam engine with a five-speed manual transmission is the standard powertrain for the 1999 Sunfire GT coupe. This 150-horsepower engine generates 155 lb-ft of torque for great acceleration and freeway merging. This combination is also available on the SE coupe and SE convertible.

The 4T4O-E four-speed transmission includes Pontiac's Enhanced Traction System, a form of traction control that promotes traction by reducing engine power when one of the front wheels begins to spin. The standard four-speed automatic transmission can be mated to the standard 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine or the available 150-horsepower 2.4-liter 16-valve Twin Cam engine.

Convenience
Value and convenience features of the 1999 Sunfire include:

• Standard rear seat heating and ventilation ducts
  
• Zoned rear window defogger
  
• Easy-entry passenger seat on coupe models
  
• Full trunk trim
  
• Stainless steel exhaust system and muffler
  
• Theater dimming of interior lights
  
• Trunk and glove box lamps
  
• Full gauge cluster with tachometer
  

The 1999 Sunfire has a number of maintenance-free or limited-maintenance items including:
- 100,000-mile spark plugs
-  Lubed-for-life suspension
-  Five-year/ 150,000-mile engine coolant
-  Filled-for-life transmission fluid (under normal use conditions)
- 100,000-mile serpentine accessory belt

All 1999 Sunfire models are covered under the PONTIAC CARES customer assistance umbrella which includes a three-year/36,000-mile limited warranty and toll-free 24-hour emergency Roadside Assistance and courtesy transportation.