1986 Chrysler Fifth Avenue Fifth Ave review from North America

Shortly after purchasing this car the transmission started making noises like a whirling slot machine while it tried to select the right gear. It finally stranding me on the road side one morning while making my way to work. A tow to a local transmission shop cost $25, the used transmission cost $125 and $150 for installation.

During a trip to Florida the air conditioner compressor gave up the ghost. Replacement at the shop cost me $480.

Over all this has been a good car. The V8 is underpowered, but very reliable.

After all these years everything still works, the power leather seats (still in good condition), the power windows, air, cruise, not bad for North American.

I have used it to tow my boat which weighs as much as the car. Without a locking differential it has trouble getting up the boat ramp. New sticky tires work best here.

It's an easy car to work on and the parts are cheap. I'm no mechanic, but have done brakes and rotor twice, replaced the water pump, the fuel pump, the carburetor, gas lines, ignition coil, voltage regulator and all the regular maintenence. The body is another matter. In Southern Ontario salt is used on the roads in winter. This has caused a great deal of rust. This vehicle has salt cancer bad! Regardless, it will be tough to send this old friend to the grave yard. Would I buy another one... you bet.