1991 Dodge Grand Caravan review from North America

Back of passenger seat broke (I had the same problem in my 1986 Dodge Caravan), have to prop it up with a bucket wedged behind it.

Replaced muffler ($55) 3 times in 2 years, entire exhaust once ($200).

The paint is peeling off.

The rocker arm shaft ($20) broke, which I heard is very rare. A REAL JOY to fix, too.

Replaced the starter ($150), on which one of the bolts is nearly impossible to reach.

Replaced fuel pump ($300).

Rear differential cover on transmission leaked, had to reseal it twice (relatively cheap).

Rear wiper quit working.

Dome lights don't work unless back door is open.

Overall, this isn't a bad vehicle to drive. It doesn't handle too well in the snow, but it is roomy and allows me to haul lumber and so on.

One thing I wonder, though, is how come parts for these Caravans cost so much?I had a friend with a '91 Chevy S-10 who paid $55 for a fuel pump when his died. Mine was 3 times as much! Seems like they ream you a new one every time you have to buy a replacement part.

The 3.3 V6 is a decent engine, gives me enough guts to tick off folks I pass on the freeway.