Your thoughts...Chrysler 300M

Joshua312 · 08-25-07, 09:59

Hi guys,

I was wondering if anyone had any input on 1999-2001 Chrysler 300M's? Basically in terms of reliability and maintainence costs. Looking to downgrade in terms of price from my current car to save up some money so I need something that isn't going to leave me stranded or lots of issues...

Thanks in advance

MotorCity · 08-26-07, 06:07

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Originally Posted by Joshua312

Hi guys,

I was wondering if anyone had any input on 1999-2001 Chrysler 300M's? Basically in terms of reliability and maintainence costs. Looking to downgrade in terms of price from my current car to save up some money so I need something that isn't going to leave me stranded or lots of issues...

Thanks in advance

Chrysler is one of my customers and I would not buy a Chrysler product.. I see too many issues come back on Chrysler product.

If you do decide to go with a Chrysler shoot me the VIN number and I can run it through Chryslers warranty system to see if it's had repeat warranty issues.

Care to discuss further? If so shoot me a PM and we can talk.

azenthusiast · 08-26-07, 02:52

After the 300C coming out, I don't really think I would consider the 300M. There is such a vast improvement between the two. Just out of curiosity, if you don't mind my asking, what price range are you looking at?

Joshua312 · 08-26-07, 02:57

I don't mind at all, I'm looking to keep it under $10,000 I really want to get rid of my high car payment/insurance.

Today I went car searching and these cars also peaked my interest.

2002 Ford Explorer XLT
2002 Dodge Durango Sport R/T
Chevy Blazer ZR2/Trail Blazer
Jeep Liberty

Sludge · 08-26-07, 03:42

Josh,

Did a Consumer Reports search for you on all the models you mentioned.

Chrysler 300M- average reliabiity except 1999 below average.
Ford Explorer- much below average reliability for the 2002 model.
Chevrolet Blazer- below average reliability
Dodge Durango- below average until you get into the 2003 model year than average.
Jeep Liberty- average to above average reliability

Consumer Reports is not the bible on automobiles, but this gives you an idea.
Hope it helps.

Joshua312 · 08-26-07, 03:44

Thank you for the help Sludge, I appreciate it. I am kinda surprised by the results too. I was searching around earlier and what I read the Explorer seemed to be a good pick..so I will have to look at that more.

Put my car up for sale today on a few websites so I guess before I get to excited about anything I should wait to see if anyone is interested in mine...will definitely take a closer look at Jeeps and check out Consumer Reports for reccomendations.

Edit: I'm liking the looks of 2000-2002 Toyota Avalon XLS and Camry XLE...Not a fan of the cloth versions but I am really liking the look of the leather interiors.

MotorCity · 08-26-07, 04:07

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Originally Posted by Joshua312

Thank you for the help Sludge, I appreciate it. I am kinda surprised by the results too. I was searching around earlier and what I read the Explorer seemed to be a good pick..so I will have to look at that more.

Put my car up for sale today on a few websites so I guess before I get to excited about anything I should wait to see if anyone is interested in mine...will definitely take a closer look at Jeeps and check out Consumer Reports for reccomendations.

Edit: I'm liking the looks of 2000-2002 Toyota Avalon XLS and Camry XLE...Not a fan of the cloth versions but I am really liking the look of the leather interiors.

The Avalon os head and shoulders above the rest as far as long term reliability is concerned. I would go for that of all the cars you've mentioned.

Sludge · 08-26-07, 04:12

I'm sure it will be no surprise to you that both the Camry and Avalon are rated much above average for reliability. You just about can't go wrong with a Toyota or Honda.

The Ford Explorers had average reliability until 2002, then they tanked. You may have heard good things about the earlier models.

qballjr13 · 08-26-07, 07:31

I have my opinions about all the cars you listed but as far as FACTS go...I know a couple people with Jeep Liberty's and both of them complain how horrible they are on gas. Along the same lines my father has a Ford Escape that is very bad on gas too. Car manufacturers just dont get it that a small V6 doesnt have enough power to move an SUV without working hard and burning more fuel that it should. Just my $.02

Joshua312 · 08-26-07, 07:37

As far as gas goes..it's no big deal to me. I've been paying for premium fuel (supercharged cars) for the past 2 1/2 years so I don't really mind. My main concern is reliability and something that looks decent.

MotorCity · 08-26-07, 07:53

Josh,

I emailed you all of the vehicle history/warranty repairs for the VIN you sent on the 300m..

Like I said only 3 repairs on this vehicle:

Headlight adjusted
seat bolt replaced (recall)
speaker wire harness was replaced...

I would still go for the avalon if I were you

qballjr13 · 08-26-07, 08:08

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Originally Posted by Joshua312

As far as gas goes..it's no big deal to me. I've been paying for premium fuel (supercharged cars) for the past 2 1/2 years so I don't really mind. My main concern is reliability and something that looks decent.

Ok, that is understandable. I have one more story about the Liberty's. My sister-in-law's college roommate is the daughter of a Jeep dealer. He got her a Liberty because it shakes at 80 mph as a "safety feature" (as he told her) to stop her from going too fast. Draw your own conclusion there.

I agree, Camry, Avalon, Accord...any of those would top my list.