1989 Chrysler New Yorker Landau (loaded) review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have an 1989 New Yorker. When I first aquired it, it was very reliable. Through my own personal neglect, I have had to replaced the motor and transmission around 165000k miles.
At this time, the motor burnt oil so bad, I used the excuse 'it got a new quart everyday'. Don't fool yourself, this motor will run forever if you stick to routine check ups. I paid over $2000 to fix this car, but it was neglect, not wear. I only blame myself.
General comments?
The New Yorker was meant for comfort, not handling. The next time you get upset at someone driving too slow around the curves, its probably the car not the driver. I drive hard, but this car cannot handle well in turns. Sorry for being a slow poke, heh:)
However, I will take on any driver with his/her crazy looking honda, neon, or whatever Rice Rocket. I will blow your doors off, period!!
I'm not invincible: My friend Don has a 1973 Pontiac GTO with a 400cid engine. I can hold my own with him till about 65mph, and he destroys me: (
Torque is everything, which Rice Rockets lack!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Mitsubishi Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 4/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 98000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 165000 miles |
| Previous car | Chrysler New Yorker |
| Date of Entry | 17th December, 2003 |