1989 Dodge Aries LE review from North America
"Good commuter, nice vintage car, but a bit slow"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Headlights are often dimmer than usual
Head gasket blew 2 months after I got the car.
Dash lights sometimes don't work.
Radio display flickers.
Slower engine and transmission.
Engine is noisy.
A/C does not work.
General comments?
It's a slow, sluggish car, but it gets me to school and back in one piece. I like the boxy styling of it. Replaced my 1986 Dodge 600, which was totaled in a bad crash last winter. This was a former government automobile, got it for $720.00 in great shape, low miles, very clean, no rust. Interior is roomy (front at least) and clean. Runs good, but not great. Otherwise it's a true American classic, a true golden K car from a golden era.
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| HOTT.. Runs Great! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 4 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 75000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 98000 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge 600 |
| Date of Entry | 9th April, 2003 |