1997 Dodge Intrepid review from North America
"Fast car runs great"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Black paint is very dull and peeling off.
Replaced thermostat several times due to being stuck and causing overheating.
When changing spark plugs the long rubber boots pulled apart and had to dig out the pieces and then replace wires.
Cigar lighter came apart and I can no longer charge my cell phone.
Seats are not comfortable.
Paint on hood and roof got so thin I had to get re painted.
Plastic headlight covers got so dull that couldn't see properly at night so had them replaced.. Why not make them of glass?
Heat has caused passenger air bag cover to come loose and sticking up.
The speakers only work in front and are very rattlly. rear speaker on right comes on at times then off.
Left rear electric door lock will not work. Have to lock it manually.
Plastic cup holder is broke and no longer useful as it falls all the way down on seat.
Left turn signal pig tail where bulb plus in is shot..
Paint on hubcaps has peeled off..
Rubber molding on right rear door has come loose and hanging. no longer seals.
Head/fog light switch came off in my hand.
General comments?
This is a powerful and fun to drive car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.5 6 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 43000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 162000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford F150 |
| Date of Entry | 3rd July, 2005 |