Rear brake line failure, rusted and blew.
Power steering pump leaks.
Driver's window off track, does not stay up and no power action.
Premium stereo tape player/radio ceased to function.
Buttons on the computer do not respond to any amount of pressure (push).
Car was difficult to pass e-check.
Remember those commercials from the 80's? Ricardo Montalban was holding the crystal key to a New Yorker while aboard a starship. That's my car!
The 2.2turbo runs very well despite the huge number of miles on the car. The interior is a masterpiece even by todays standards and is in mostly excellent condition.
A few sneaky tricks were required to pass emissions, and that was a little frustrating. The rear brake lines have rusted through, and presently the car is not driven. The power steering pump has had a slow leak since I obtained this Chrysler, so constant fluid replenishment is required.
Over the years, the car has lost all performance ability. It is extremely slow. But, it never left me stranded anywhere or failed to start, not once.
The best thing about my New Yorker...
I have never taken a ride in a car with seats more comfortable than the fine Corinthian leather seats in my '85.
As far as the computer buttons not responding... I have found that pressing them for slightly more than a second makes them respond. If that doesn't work, a Chrysler dealer can provide you with some electrical contact cleaner spray, that with the instructions that they provide to you, can correct the situation as well. Good luck!! I would like to hear back as to if these recommendations help your situation. I also have an '85 and an '87, and think they are wonderful, especially when you consider how easy they tend to be to maintain. Again, good luck!!
I have a 1985 N.Y. turbo. Being the second owner, I've had the car for some 7 years and luv it to pieces. It only has 160,000km and was originally ordered with every conceivable option including dual power seats. I would certainly appreciate hearing back as to what you had to do for this car to pass the e-test. I seem to be having some problems in that area. Should the car eventually meet it's demize, I'm taking the seats right out of it :) Nothing matches them. Feel free to email me at peter3x@excite.com and thanks.
Whoa now its 2007 going on 8! Well... you Chrysler K car enthusiasts are going to love this one! I have an '86 New Yorker 2.2 Turbo, with 80,000k miles on it... and this is 2008! And the reviews you all are giving on this car makes me cherish mine even more! Its Total Mint condition for its age! And I am also a second owner and also love those lazy boy seats in that thing! I would also like to point out that mine has the exact same problems as you all have noted above: computer buttons fried, deteriorated back brake lines and e-brake, digital thermostat buttons fried and stuck on 75 degrees... yet she runs amazing still! Ja, I want that things seats in my living room also, when it kicks the bucket that is... MOPAR OR NO CAR!!!
I am looking for a mint condition 1985 turbo New Yorker. That is the day good power and great styling. Better than 90% of the crap sold today. MOPAR OR NO CAR.
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