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7485 messages, Last post on Mar 23, 2008 at 7:43 AM
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Replying to: srs_49 (Mar 14, 2008 2:36 am) I agree totally. IMO transmissions ought to last 200K. My parents had a 1979 Nova that lasted 16 years and 208,000mi without transmission problems. It was "traded in" because the floor boards were rusting out along with the rest of the car. But it had a good transmission and engine!! BTW 180,000 miles on 2000 T&C 4-spd automatic. Talked with my trash collector who is lusting after my high mileage T&C. He has 180,000 on his 2000 Ford Windstar. Has replaced the transmission 3 times. |
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Replying to: artgpo (Mar 15, 2008 5:30 am) There was a BIG price difference between a 2005 Ody EX-L and a 2005 Ody EX-L with NAV and RES.  Most used 2005 T&C Touring were rental or fleet with NO extra options.
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Replying to: hansienna (Mar 15, 2008 9:21 am) Now just wait as the dumping of 07 and 08 Ody hit the market in about a year.... I'm seeing discounts of $4000 on EX-Ls on this forum. I got $3000 off a 2008 Ody EX-L from Sam's Club without even making a phone call. I'm itching for a new vehicle but leaning towards a Buick Enclave due to superior towing over a minivan. |
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I heard 2009 would see a redesign. Is this true? If so, does anyone know what changes it will bring? I'd love to see Swivel seats like Chrysler's Town and Country. thanks, tnbchick
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I am looking for advice. I have 2 kids(2 and 4), possible we will have a 3rd, use will probably be taking kids to school and 2 3000 mile road-trips a year. Our families live 1300 miles in each direction  . Hence my search for a minivan. I am between T&C Limited and Ody Touring no Pax There are some things I hate on both, I wish I could combine the 2 into 1. T&C Has no handles to grab while a front seat passenger - when DH will be driving, I tend to get carsick and I like having these on my 05 MDX (it makes me feel better to hang on). The only handle is WAY in front, for boarding I guess, and I learned on overnight test drive that it doesn't cut it for me. ODY - why do you cut off the leg room for front passenger? The lower glove box goes so low, neither of us can straighten our legs even when all the way back. DH is 6'4 and I'm 5'9. The stupid box hits us both in the shin. The leg room is there, but it is blocked. T&C - what were they thinking with the cheap, old style antenna? Even on the Limited. It is so distracting and hideous - I don't think I have had one on my car since the 90's! They take it out of their ad photos for a reason - it is ugly! ODY - Just a tray in the middle? No console. Is there one available as an add on? I use mine A LOT for storage! I really want one in my next car too. T&C - Lack of interior colors. I really prefer leather interior. The colors available are light and lighter. I cannot believe they don't have a dark gray type color for the interior in leather! Both - Is there a cargo net or container to keep things from flying around when 3rd row is folded? I don't want stuff rolling into the front. DH by far prefers the look of the T&C plus legroom is better for him. I don't particularly like either, but I guess I fall on the side of T&C for exterior appearance. My MDX was great but the lease is about to end and we want more room. I have a lot more trust for a honda product (mom has had 4 accords and I have had 2 acuras). Haven't driven a Chrysler product since an '88 Dodge Lancer that was so-so. I would probably get extended warranty on whichever I get, but I would prefer to stay out of the shop. Also - I've read resale is historically worse on T&C...Are purchase prices different? Sorry so long winded - any help or opinions are greatly appreciated. |
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Replying to: maryh3 (Mar 15, 2008 6:26 am) I really doubt there was $9,000 price difference. That would make the T&C about $18,500 new. Y'all tell some tall tales but even here in Texas that is a HUGE one. HA! The T&Cs flood the rental market hence no resale value. Check any Thrifty or Dollar lot. |
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Replying to: artgpo (Mar 15, 2008 2:28 pm) No, Sorry, True.....I had $5000 in rebates, end of year cash and dealer incentives, on top of an employee discount of about $3900. Throw in Honda dealer markup at the time, and outrageous $1200 tow package from Honda dealer.... easily $10,000!! I see in the Chrysler forum on here, people are helping others get EP pricing for total strangers who want to buy Chrysler. Last time I was at Chrysler dealer getting an oil change, I talked to a salesperson about an 08 and she was willing to give me EP price on top of $2000 rebates, without me even have to bother my Chrysler buddy who got me my last deal. Of course Chrysler has to be competitive now that Honda has started dumping their Odys with $3000-$4000 discounts. That can't be good for recent buyers who paid full sticker earlier last year.
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Replying to: dennisctc (Mar 15, 2008 5:03 pm) Maybe true for that one snapshot in time and someone who can't negotiate a car sale, and needs towing on a minivan  I got 3 K off in spring of 05 and been very happy 40K miles of no real issues. You ever wonder why there are so many rebates that because it's priced too high for what people think they are worth. Maybe the MSRP should be lower?? Last time I was at Chrysler dealer getting an oil change, I talked to a salesperson about an 08 and she was willing to give me EP price on top of $2000 rebates, without me even have to bother my Chrysler buddy who got me my last deal. Of course they are do you see the state that Chrysler is in. They are bleeding money and have by far the highest warranty costs in the business. The dealer I used Cerritos Dodge for my 2001 Caravan BEGS me contantly to buy something ANYTHING! The stuff they send is embarrassing to me. I never get that kind of stuff from Subaru or Honda. 
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