Engine went at 107,000.
A/C went at 115,000.
Transmission went at 127,000.
Suspension was shot by 120,000.
Paint blew off before I got it.
Stereo went before I got it.
Fortunately, working on cars is a hobby of mine. The 3.0 engine uses a timing belt instead of a chain. If this isn't replaced as scheduled... well, that's what happened. Engine replaced at 107k.
In fact, everything was pretty much shot by 120k. I've got over $4k into it now in repairs, but I think it's running out of excuses why it can't run. New paint, carpet, stereo, tires, brakes, suspension (shocks, struts, ball joints, tie rods), engine, transmission, a/c, windshield. But I still have the original key. Dodge makes a good key.
It runs like new now. I'm still trying to figure out how to re-seal and re-attach the trim and moulding. After 180k on my Corolla (and still going strong), it's nice to have something to do.
I Agree with you totally!!! I have owned dodge
and toyota. toyota is far the best.
Hey, my key broke after opening the door for 120,000 miles... Can relate to all of the repairs. One transmissions that I paid for and two more on warranties when they died within a year of installations. Still driving (nursing) it along as it's my work car. When it dies, it will not be fixed again.
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