1979 Chrysler Newport review from North America
"This car is the Perfect car for cruise nights"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Power window switch, (took me 6 months to find one)
Battery
Alternator is a little weak.
Other than that it's a fine automobile.
General comments?
This is Definitely the Best car I've ever owned. It's a trouble free car and this car may not do a burnout, but it takes off like a bat out of hell. the 904 Transmission shifts well and the engine runs great with the 2 barrel on it. The body is very good on it for a 1979 and the car turns heads. I affectionately call this all original car the pimp mobile.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1979 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.2 (318)V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 90000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 92300 kilometres |
| Previous car | Chrysler New Yorker |
| Date of Entry | 8th February, 2006 |