Dodge Intrepid - First car, what do you think?

   / Dodge Intrepid - First car, what do you think? #11  
My company still has many of the 2000 Intrepid's in service. It is a responsive car both in throttle response and handleing.. I don't care to get in and out of them, as they are low and the back rake of the door frame I don't care for either. But if you are young, and not terribly tall, perhaps the car would fit you. The car seems to be pretty durable, as I think most of them are around 200, 000 miles.

James K0UA
 
   / Dodge Intrepid - First car, what do you think?
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#12  
Well, found out the engine is the 2.7L. Still think it's worth it???

I know it is known for problems...Other than that it seems like a good car.
 
   / Dodge Intrepid - First car, what do you think? #13  
Well, found out the engine is the 2.7L. Still think it's worth it???

I know it is known for problems...Other than that it seems like a good car.


I dunno, Kyle...I always pictured you as a Yugo guy...

Since you're buying this from your Uncle...do you trust him?
 
   / Dodge Intrepid - First car, what do you think? #14  
Like I said, don't be scared of the 2.7l. It's still a good engine and made 200 hp vs the 3.5l at 225hp. It also was all aluminum, DOHC and had a three layer timing CHAIN vs belt so its a reliable combination. Make sure the oil was changed regularly to avoid sludge problems.
 
   / Dodge Intrepid - First car, what do you think? #15  
Dmace pretty much hit it on the head, they were known to sludge up if the oil wasn't changed regular. I'm also pretty sure the 3.5 made 250 hp vs the 200 for the 2.7.

I had a 2.7 in a latter model Sebring convertible and it was fine. I sold it to someone I sort of know, and he says its still running good.
 
   / Dodge Intrepid - First car, what do you think? #16  
Well, found out the engine is the 2.7L. Still think it's worth it???

I know it is known for problems...Other than that it seems like a good car.

1500 for a beater in today's worthless money market ain't bad. It is a beater after all......:laughing:
 
   / Dodge Intrepid - First car, what do you think? #17  
Do you have the money cash or is your uncle financing you?

If I had the cash, I think that I would keep looking. It's not that I have anything against that car, but think that a first car should be reliable and economical. The miles aren't bad and since it's family, I'm hoping that he took care of it. But there are some pretty decent deals out there for under $2,000 grand for something like a Honda, Nissan or Toyota. I'm a Ford guy, but when buying a car for a kid, I go with what has a proven track record.

How much can you afford on gas? What is the insurance on that car? What will you need to put into it to keep it on the road? How are the tires?

Every car is a money pit, but some are not as bad as others.

New Cars, Used Cars, Car Reviews and Pricing - Edmunds.com is a decent site to read reviews. Do your research and keep your options open.

Good luck,
Eddie
 
   / Dodge Intrepid - First car, what do you think?
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#18  
A little update:

Test drove the car the other night (and hit a curb - don't ask). It seems like a nice car. Only problem is the drivers side window will not go down, but everything else seemed in great condition. After thinking it over we decided to go ahead and buy it. Picking it up next Saturday...:D
 
   / Dodge Intrepid - First car, what do you think? #19  
A little update:

Test drove the car the other night (and hit a curb - don't ask). It seems like a nice car. Only problem is the drivers side window will not go down, but everything else seemed in great condition. After thinking it over we decided to go ahead and buy it. Picking it up next Saturday...:D

Congrats.

Now just waiting for the next post "How to change ball joints on dodge intrepid due to multiple times hitting curb":laughing:
 
   / Dodge Intrepid - First car, what do you think? #20  
Congrats.

Now just waiting for the next post "How to change ball joints on dodge intrepid due to multiple times hitting curb":laughing:

Or tips on how to straighten a bent rim.. Just kidding,, You did not expect us to cut you any slack did you?:) Congratulations on getting the Car..:thumbsup:

James K0UA
 

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