1996 Chrysler Town and Country LXi review from North America
"Comfortable and sufficiently powerful, but not well built and not reliable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission rebuilt at 95,000 miles.
Replaced power window regulators SIX times.
Various other electrical problems on a regular basis - drains battery, door locks inoperative, etc.
General comments?
This car is extremely comfortable - that is why I have had four of them. However, I also went through 4 transmissions. I do mostly highway driving and use the Chryslers as a second vehicle for long trips or for light hauling as they are comfortable. But, my relationship with this manufacturer is over. The reliability is just not there and I am getting too old to deal with breakdowns.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 2 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 89000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 139000 miles |
| Previous car | Chrysler Town and Country |
| Date of Entry | 30th August, 2009 |