Is a 1999 Plymouth Voyager a good purchase?

Question 1
Is a 1999 Plymouth Voyager a good purchase?...  I just purchased a 1999 Plymouth Voyager for $1200. It has a 3.3liter V6 motor. Its in great shape and runs great. The only thing is the miles are high at 160,000. Is this a good purchase and does anyone have good or bad reviews of this vehicle?
thank you

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1)   That is the same as a Dodge Grand Caravan. They are fine vehicles. As with anything, the better you take care of it, the nicer it will stay. Take it in, Flush ALL of the fluids and be sure to use MOPAR transmission fluid for the trans or you will be sorry. I am a mechanic and own a 98 Grand Caravan with 160k. I have changed the brake master, Booster, sway bar bushings, Sway bar links, and this week-end I am going to put new rear hub bearings in as the wife is making a trip to Canada. I am very happy with this car and I think you will be as well. Just take care of it. :-) - P And T R

2)   This vehicle is splendid! Well... back in 19 NINETY NINE! Nah. It's still great. Both this and the Dodge GC. Just check it to make sure you aren't getting a damaged car.. - awesomelock

3)   They're good vehicles and will last a long, long time when cared for properly.

One note, though, no need to flush ALL fluids. Flush the coolant, but everything else can just be changed out or left alone.

Many flush services are a means to flush money out of your wallet, but aren't really necessary for anything else. In particular, trans fluid flush, power steering fluid flush, and fuel injection system flush (more often referred to as a fuel injection service or cleaning). If these were necessary, they'd be listed in the maintenance schedule. - Mark B

4)   I owned a 92 Dodge Caravan which is the same a Voyager. I sold it in good running order at over220,000 miles. Had to replace the trans at 180,000 miles. I also had a Chrysler Voyager (yes Chrysler made a van with the Voyager logo, but they were few). It ran great for well over 100,000 miles until I traded it for a 2005 Chrysler Town and Country and we love it. All car manufactures have a flag ship in which they put extra quality in the vehicle because they sell so well and is their bread and butter. In Chrysler it is the minivans. In my opinion, after working for Chrysler/Dodge/Plymouth for 23 years, the 3.3/3.8 liter is the best engine ever put on the market in any American made vehicle. Take care of yours and that $1200 will be a hell of a good deal! - Jackolantern


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Question 2
Chrysler cirrus horn not loud?...  I have 99 chrysler cirrus and the horn isnt as loud as my old one and i was wondering is there a way to turn up the volume on the orginal factory horn or do i have to buy a new one?

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1)   You have to buy a new one. - Boring

2)   a new one is probably best but you would probably be best not going through the manufacturer for it - HereiAm

3)   It's possible your horns aren't working correctly, or only one is working (it has a high note and low note horn). There is no way to turn them up louder.

Factory horns will cost about $70 each, so check with the local aftermarket parts store to see what they have. Best to remove the horn and bring it with so you can make sure it will work. Most factory horns will use a plug-in connector, which may have to be modified to fit an aftermarket horn. - Mark B

4)   DUDE YOU HAVE TO PURCHASE A BRAND NEW ONE.. there is actually something wrong with it. Either the horn itself, or the wires loosened up over the weather. - awesomelock


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Question 3
I asked about the noise that I was hearing on my 2004 Chrysler Pacifica and everyone said it was the brakes.?...  I got new brakes and rotors and the noise is still there. What could it be the suspension (shocks or struts)? It has my wife afraid to drive it now. Just spent $350 on the brakes and rotors that did not stop the noise, someone have any ideas?

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1)   A mechanic? - Chris

2)   it is kind of difficult to hear that noise you are talking about on Yahoo Answers...I cannot seem to find the volume button so that I can hear the NOISE you are talking about. What can I do to hear your noise better? Uh....there are a lot of things cars have that can make noise when the are broken or going to break. Did you actually have your mechanic listen to the noise before you asked him to fix the breaks that people diagnosed on this Answers site?????????????????? Knock, knock.... - Doggs2

3)   A mechanic would be a good stat. However, a description of the sound would be better. Does it squeal, hiss, hum, clunk ,r go waka-waka-puff-puff? Does it make the sound when you aren't pressing the brakes? How about when you are running the engine but the vehicle isn't moving? Does it always make it, or just for a couple minutes after warming up? Is it coming from the front or the rear, driver's or passenger's side? - unknown

4)   nobody knows the noise/if its upset by driving on straight road and slightly swerving its wheel bearings/need more info - ken k


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Question 4
I have a 2007 PT Crusier with 20,000 miles on it...?...  It is using a quart of oil every 1000 miles or so.. I have had it to the dealer and they tell me all PT Cruisers use oil like that..Chrysler says that won't really do anything even though it was still under warranty when I brought it to their attention..Does anyone else have at Cruiser that uses oil like that?

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1)   Your car should not be leaking or burning up any oil. Take it to an independent shop. Get their diagnosis (in writing) and take it to the Chrysler dealership if they say something is wrong. Then demand that Chrysler fixes it or you will take legal action. If they don't fix it, take it up with Chrysler headquarters. Then with the BBB or your local consumer protection agency. - Captain Awesome

2)   Your car shouldn't be losing or using oil like that. It should be covered by your 5 year powertrain warranty. Bring it into a different dealer. Probably lots of people have that problem and probably lots of dealers tell them there's nothing wrong. Now you know why Chrysler went bankrupt. - Howard L

3)   I have an 02 and burns no oil - pickmefirstplz


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Question 5
Convertible Question?...  Ok...I drive a 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible and I wanted to know if there's a way to put the top down with the keys instead of waiting till I'm in the car.

Also, is it safe to bring this convertible into an automatic car wash? I live in an apartment complex and there's no place to wash my car with a hose so I go to the gas station to save money as opposed to paying for hand car washes.

Thanks

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1)   i would think there isnt if the button is on the inside.
and i personally dont think its safe it could rip the top from pressure because automatic car washes CAN not say it happens all the time but CAN even break the glass of sunroofs so thats why i say its not safe. and they have some car washes that just have stalls to where YOU can hand wash it instead of paying someone to do it. - palikane <3

2)   well some idiot decided if a theif cannot open the car from the outside, it would be safer hahaha dummy never thought that a soft top gets sliced with a knife I guess, sounds like a safety feature, as far as car washes go, find a brushless car wash or do the do it yourself thing, the convertible tops are durable when new, however after several years of sun they tend to be much less flexible, find out what is a good product to keep your top conditioned and so it does not dry out as fast, my friend always did his once a year with petroleum jelly, I dont know if that is a recommended procedure but it worked for him best of luck - dick car guy

3)   Hello. On some 2007-2010 Sebring Convertibles the key fob has an extra button that allows you to let the top down while outside the car. Check the owner's manual or with a dealer to see if yours has that option. Your Sebring is actually a metal folding top covered with canvas. It is probably safe to go throught a good car wash, the high pressure spray may force water past the rubber seals. I would look for an automatic brushless wash. - C-Tech


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