The 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix 2+2 was a disappointment compared to the expectations surrounding it as it did not match the performance of the Aerocoupe.
While the Chevrolet Monte Carlo Aerocoupe offered 180 horsepower with dual exhausts, the Pontiac 2+2 only managed 165 horsepower with a single exhaust.
Richard Petty drove for Pontiac during this time and the Grand Prix 2+2 was Pontiac's response to compete with faster cars like the Monte Carlo SS and Ford Thunderbirds on the speedway.
The Grand Prix 2+2 was a homologation special from Detroit, with all 1,225 units sharing a silver over charcoal color scheme with red and orange stripes.