1998 Dodge Intrepid Base Model review from North America
"Too many engine problems and too expensive to fix"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When I first got the car I thought it was a lemon because I had major problems with the starter. After the 3rd start within 1 year didn't have a problem for a while. Interior dome lights always flickered off & on for no reason. This car started releasing purple smoke since 2002. Window motors stopped working on front 2 windows. Not sure if the AC ever really worked correctly. Oil would evaporate like gasoline until I fixed oil pan leak. Always had electrical problems. Car finally died on 3/12/08 after water pump stopped working which caused car to over heated, radiator cracked, valves bent and timing chain popped. Overall I think I got my money worth with this car compaired to a lot of other people. Will not purchase another Dodge because the dealership sucks, customer service never helped and too expensive and difficult to work on this vhicle.
General comments?
Overall I loved the design and shape of this vehicle. Love the way the dome lights turn off and the roomy space inside vehicle. Never had a problem with my interior tearing or looking sloppy.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.7 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 4000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 199000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 13th March, 2008 |