1999 Chrysler Concorde LXi 3.2

Summary:

Chrysler Canadian American partnership innovation

Faults:

Within the first 2 weeks had to replace the water pump - $600, I know, wrong mechanic! Within six months, replaced the heads for $2,000, six months later had to replace the computer module for $1,600, and within 5 months after that, had a rebuilt transmission costing $2800.

Throughout the 24 months of ownership, the car has had hard crank issues, such as when running normally after stopping and attempting to start, it would always start hesitating, missing or sounding like it's flooded. Have to let it cool off for 30 minutes before it normally starts. Replacing the crankshaft and cam sensor did not do the trick until I replaced the vacuum hose connected to the cruise control module; so far that did the trick.

So far it has been a financial and stressful nightmare, leaving me lacking confidence with a little paranoid state of mind every time I turn it on! I purchased / financed it off a Honda dealership for $3,500 and invested around $8700 in repairs. I owe $1,200 left before ownership pay off. I should have listened to my intuition and philosophy of never buying American when it comes to automobiles!

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 4th April, 2016

5th Apr 2016, 14:27

One of my friends owned a '00 Concorde. He was the second owner (after his parent) and the car was always falling apart. To the Concorde's credit, I'm not sure how it was treated prior to him taking ownership, but I know he didn't take care of it. In the time I knew he had it, he had the water pump, transmission, and some type of seal all expire on him when the car was around 12 years of age. I rode in his car several times (I never drove it, at least not that I can remember), but it was relatively comfortable, smooth, easy to see out of, and the stereo was okay.

5th Apr 2016, 14:43

I bought mine new, not as a 15 year old buy as in this review. We had it for 3 years with no issues and then bought another new car. 15 years is a long time. Even if you don't drive them much, parts even vacuum lines etc deteriorate, and you have emission lights etc. Tires dry rot, belts need replaced etc.

1999 Chrysler Concorde LXI 3.2

Summary:

This is the best car I have ever owned

Faults:

Items replaced under warranty:

* All four power window motors.

* Driver's side seat belt bolt (recall).

* Hood gas struts.

* Both headlight assemblies and gaskets.

* Both skirts that tie rods pass through in the engine comp.

* Repaired transaxle leak and added vent tube.

* Rear panel door trim creak (recall).

* Floor shifter ignition/park interlock (recall).

Items I have replaced at my cost:

* Trunk gas struts.

* RR door power lock motor assembly.

* Front brake pads & rotors.

* One new set of tires.

* Accessory and power steering drive belts.

* Battery.

General Comments:

Great looking car after 14 years. Still attracts attention for its beautiful styling.

Best car I have ever owned for value and low cost operation. Averages 26 MPG in all types of driving.

Spacious interior and trunk (18.7 cu. ft.).

Cab forward design pushes the wheel well back into the area where your left foot needs to rest while driving, and it's uncomfortable.

Very respectable power and torque for a 4 speed transmission and 3.2L V-6 engine.

Handling is nimble and sporty for a car of this size.

Good fit and finish on all body panels, and no exterior rust after 14 years in Michigan winters.

Air conditioner lost some freon charge annually, and I added cans as required to keep it charged to the correct pressures. Freon charge with sealant finally did the trick, and it no longer leaks.

For a $25,000 car, I have been very pleased, and would purchase another Chrysler vehicle.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 17th January, 2013