1997 Chrysler Sebring Coupe LXI review from North America
"A maintenance nightmare"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The transmission went out at 57,000 miles and was replaced for $1900.
Intake became clogged and leaking in which that repair also included a new EGR valve due to build up at 65,000 miles at a cost of $320. 90% of all this work was covered by the extended warranty, thankfully.
Front dash speakers blew and *nobody* makes a 2.5 inch full range speaker replacement. These were custom made by Infinity for Mitsubishi and are non existent except through Chrysler or Mitsubishi if you want to pay almost $100 a piece! The problem is the 2 inch speakers cone suspension breaks down due to the direct sunlight. And the 6.5 inch door speakers didn't last any longer.
General comments?
This car has no power whatsoever. 163 horsepower is not enough to make this even average for a car of this size.
Very expensive maintenance and the 50,000 mile transmission problem seems to be common.
Drivers seat does no have enough leg room for a 6' driver to extend their legs.
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| 1996 - Sebring Coupe LXI 2.5 liter If you like spending money buy this car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | standard 6 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 45000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 85500 miles |
| Previous car | Pontiac Firebird |
| Date of Entry | 13th June, 2003 |