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Chrysler Voyager/Dodge Caravan Prices Paid and Buying Experience 2003-2007

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#106 of 181
Caravan crash test poor by temp409
Mar 15, 2006 (10:57 pm)
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We wrecked ours (2001 caravan) last week crushed the front drivers corner going about 35mph- rear shoulder strap didn't catch my little girl who is 12 was hurt very bad. Jerk the front straps they catch perfect me and her dad were not hurt at all, then jerk the rear shoulder straps you can tell they Dont catch and we paid the price but Thank God shes doing better now. She had a concussion from slamming the handle on back of drivers seat with blood coming from eye nose and mouth. Got pics of her face. Just to warn ya- Traumatized Mom in TN wish someone had warned me! Bought a 2005 Kia today 5 star crash rating ALL seatbelts catch on FIRST jerk. LOVE IT got it for about 16,500 5 yr. bumper to bumper warranty with road side assistance plus 20 yr 200,000 mile powertrain warranty.
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Re: Caravan crash test poor [temp409] by fish8
Mar 16, 2006 (6:47 am)
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Replying to: temp409 (Mar 15, 2006 10:57 pm)

I am guessing the 20 yr/200,000 miles powertrain warranty was part of an extended warranty purchased by you? The new '06 Sedona comes with a 10 yr 100,000K mile power train warranty. I can guarantee you will never see 20 yrs from this or any other van. 200,000 is slightly possible.
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Re: Caravan crash test poor [temp409] by 97xpresso
Mar 16, 2006 (6:22 pm)
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Replying to: temp409 (Mar 15, 2006 10:57 pm)

As other posters have stated: you can't test seatbelts by "jerking" on them. New DC vans also have 5 star rating. (2001 did not, but not because of seatbelt problems) Good luck with the Kia, I'm sure you will be reading/posting on their forums
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Re: Caravan crash test poor [fish8] by 97xpresso
Mar 16, 2006 (6:31 pm)
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Replying to: fish8 (Mar 16, 2006 6:47 am)

I still see many 20 year old 1st generation Dodge/Plymouth SWB vans on the road. Most are rust-free, and some are still have their original stainless steel exhaust systems. 200,000 hiway miles is not uncommon on today's modern vehicles. I agree that neither will happen on a Kia van.
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Horrible experience from Dodge by januarym
Mar 21, 2006 (3:56 pm)
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I recently shopped Jack Powell Dodge in Escondido Ca and was treated like an idiot.The saleman wanted me to agree to 84 mos x $356 at 8.9% for a stripped Caravan he claimed listed at 30K he then switched outto a caravan that he claimed was only 22K for them same deal 84 mosx356 at 8.9%
(I knew before entering I qualified for 0%/60 and could buy any level minivan I wanted or gotten a loan from my own bank) After many hours of his antics,I left as he was chasing us out the driveway asking whats wrong with the offer I gave you? If I knew how to report him to Dodge I would..just beware of this dealerships games!
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2006 T& C Touring -CA DMV --COMMERCIAL? by cadiane
Apr 02, 2006 (9:21 pm)
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I purchased a 2006 Town & Country Touring minivan in the SF Bay Area last month. The registration recently arrived showing it as a commercial vehicle. (It's strictly for my family's personal use!) The dealer's DMV clerk said that it was DMV's requirement -Is that true? I've found nothing on this board or elsewhere on the web from anyone else indicating that they encountered this.
This just doesn't seem right, so thanks for any help!
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Good deal on 2005 grand caravan se? by borderliner
Apr 03, 2006 (9:53 am)
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Hello. This is my first post at Edmunds. I have been shopping for an '06 Caravan SXT, but I came across a new 2005 Grand Caravan SE, basic model (no power options). So basically, 3.3, air, cd, abs, tint, and --oh yes-- roof rack.
 
Sticker ~ 22k or 23k. I have offered $17,600. AS far as I know this is below invoice price. The dealer said "Come in, we'll get it done." I figure between $17,800 and $18,000. How good a deal is this, in your opinion?
 
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I had another dealer at $200 over invoice for a 2006 Caravan SXT, basic package.
 
Any thoughts?
 
Thanks!
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Re: Good deal on 2005 grand caravan se? [borderliner] by borderliner
Apr 04, 2006 (3:03 pm)
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Replying to: borderliner (Apr 03, 2006 9:53 am)

I should update this.
 
I found out there are two 05 grand caravan se's:
Pre 12/04
and Post 12/04
 
This is a Pre 12/04. The cost is actually a bit less, so I offered $16,600, and expect to pay a bit in dealer profit: 17k maybe?
 
The only difference in the two vehicles is hi back versus lo back seating.
 
Good deal?
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Re: Good deal on 2005 grand caravan se? [borderliner] by 97xpresso
Apr 05, 2006 (3:06 pm)
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Replying to: borderliner (Sep 30, 2005 2:41 pm)

One advantage of buying a left-over 2005 is the 7 year/ 70,000 mile powertrain warranty. The 2006 will cost you more and only has a 3 year/36,000 mile power train warranty. If you're not worried about resale value, the 2005 is a wise buy.
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leasing Grand caravan for $ 289 / month by jkshah71
Apr 08, 2006 (4:26 pm)
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i am getting an offer for leading 2006 Dodge Grand caravan (SE) for $ 289 / month for 2 yrs/24000 miles.
No deposit, no secuirty required.
i am living in San jose, ca..
 
Do you guys think it is a good deal ?
 
appreciate your response.

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