1991 Dodge Spirit ES review from North America
"Great basic 4-door sedan transportation"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
1. Automatic transmission leaked when new.
2. Thermostat failed at 60,000 miles.
3. Foot operated parking brake mechanism would not stay engaged at 60,000 miles.
4. Radiator replaced at 100,000 miles.
6. Rebuilt transmission at 111,000 miles.
7. Replaced engine at 160,000 due to low oil pressure.
8. Repainted roof at 160,000 due to peeling paint.
General comments?
1. Great disk brakes! Original front pads lasted 85,000 miles and rears lasted 110,000 miles.
2. Relatively high reliability. Minimal repair bills.
3. Car doors sound like a vault door closing.
4. Good gas mileage on original engine. Averaged 24.5 mpg.
5. Great factory premium sound system.
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| A zippy grocery getter |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1991 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0L V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 11 miles |
| Most recent distance | 161000 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Charger |
| Date of Entry | 18th October, 2003 |