1996 Dodge Intrepid Base review from North America
"A cheap unreliable large sedan"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Headlights - broke when replacing bulbs.
Brakes - front rotors, calipers.
Water pump - at 150,000 km.
A/C - condenser and drier.
Electrical problems and broken light switch
Interior and engine plastic components.
Black paint around doors chipping.
Battery.
Transmission cooler lines leaked.
Starter - at 160,000 km.
Power steering oil leak.
Emission control problems.
Steering noise when cold.
General comments?
This car is large, powerful and handles very well.
Seats are uncomfotable and cabin is noisy.
Reliability is very poor; quality of manufacturing is very poor.
Overall - was cheap to buy, enjoyable to drive, required lots of reapirs.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.3 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 142000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 230000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Toyota Cressida |
| Date of Entry | 25th June, 2003 |