Faults:

Engine went down, timing chain jumped 180 degrees out of time.

General Comments:

We bought this 2000 Chrysler Intrepid in 2001. It seemed to be a very good car. It was fast, drove good, rode good, handled very good.

Until the engine went down in it.

We searched all over the place for a motor, and found one in Texas. A place there sells them, and all types of re-manufactured engines. We spent about $7000.00 on the engine and the labor, plus other new parts to get it back on the road. We are still buying parts to keep it on the road, and only have approx. 2000 miles on the new engine.

Faults:

AC leaks freon causing a vacuum leak type sound in the dash heater control area.

Door seals are beginning to shrink and separate causing wind noise.

OEM brake rotors are too thin and need replacing after first lining change, NAPA has great replacements in the $30 some dollar range for each.

Headlight have to be polished after 3yrs to keep them clear, polishing compound works great.

General Comments:

Best car I've ever owned mechanically as well as general performance, over 30 miles to the gal using all synthetic lubricants. Very reliable, it still has the original battery after six years. I still get compliments on how smooth it rides and for a 5 passenger car it handles good as well. Can't figure Dodge out in stopping this model, I think it looks better than the charger.

Faults:

The car had an early water pump problem (around 60,000 miles).

The weather stripping around the door was not fit properly from the outset, but I never had it repaired. This causes some issues in trying to maintain cabin comfort.

The headlamps fogged inside even they are supposedly sealed. This has degraded the visibility somewhat.

General Comments:

This car is outstanding for its price range (purchased new for around $19,000).

I have put over 185,000 miles on it with no major repairs. During that time I have monitored gas mileage and it has remained at or near 29 MPG (highway) for the life of the vehicle.

I started using a bit of oil at around 120,000, but nothing serious.

The interior has held up well, but was never very glamorous to begin with.

The power is substandard, but it cruises well at higher speeds.

If you are seeking a good value and you are the type of person who thinks of a car as an appliance, not an investment or status symbol, then this vehicle fits the bill very well.

Faults:

Timing chain and guides were replaced before I bought the car. Service manager said the engine should last another 100,000 miles.

Problem with broken bracket on driver's side front window. Repaired by dealer for less than $80.

Left bank catalytic converter is burned out along with the oxygen sensors adjacent to it. I have chosen not to replace because of the cost and the car runs fine as is. Fuel mileage is 1-2 mpg less at times.

General Comments:

This car replaced our '95 Intrepid that was in an accident with a deer and was totaled. It has been a very reliable daily driver and we have had none of the infamous transmission or air conditioning problems often associated with this brand. It rides comfortably and everything works, except as noted above.

It gets regular maintenance, which has helped to preserve its dependability.

It has a comfortable ride, and is fairly economical to operate, for a large car.

Faults:

The cigarette lighter does not work now.

General Comments:

This car still gets 30mpg on the highway and 25 mpg in town. My daughter is in college and doesn't maintain it as it should be--the oil changes are about every 5-7000 miles and we have done maintenance on it every summer, but that is all. This has been a wonderful vehicle for us.