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#1230 of 1446 So I'm leasing my new GC SXT by baveux

Jul 27, 2006 (7:00 pm)

Grand Caravan SXT with towing package, electric seat and adj.pedal. I could not let go the incredible sale they have on them. 38730.00 msrp for 27777.00 + tax
 
However I have my reserve on the reliability , but if the van behave that is going to be a great deal ...time will tell. I am getting out of a Montana 2002 and I was pretty disapointed by the van, way to many problem for a 4 years old van. if the Dodge can just do slightly better I'll be more than happy

#1231 of 1446 Re: So I'm leasing my new GC SXT [baveux] by dm3

Jul 27, 2006 (7:59 pm)

Replying to: baveux (Jul 27, 2006 7:00 pm)
Congrats. Hope you enjoy it. We've loved ours. I particularly enjoy the handling. I had a 2005 Sienna for a while that always felt like I was driving a big lumbering minivan. Felt like a soccer dad. I always feel comfortable behind the wheel of the Caravan, like I'm driving a mid to large size sedan... with tons of interior room.
I was also worried about the reliability and didn't even consider it when we first went shopping for the Sienna. So far (fingers crossed), I've been happy with the reliability. We're using the heck out of the van. Lots of idling, lots of little kids running around the interior. Its holding up great so far.
We owned the Sienna just a few months and it was in the shop or having problems for a month of that time, had a recall issued and several TSBs. Didn't seem all that problem free in the little time we owned it.
Given all the gadgets we have on the van, I do however want to buy an extended warranty. I haven't found a really good deal yet, keep putting it off.

#1232 of 1446 Re: So I'm leasing my new GC SXT [baveux] by dennisctc

Jul 28, 2006 (11:02 am)

Replying to: baveux (Jul 27, 2006 7:00 pm)
However I have my reserve on the reliability , but if the van behave that is going to be a great deal ...time will tell. I am getting out of a Montana 2002 and I was pretty disapointed by the van, way to many problem for a 4 years old van. if the Dodge can just do slightly better I'll be more than happy
 
I've had my 2005 GC SXT with tow/power hatch and sunroof for 1.5 trouble free years so far...LOVE IT!!! No problems and it tows my Coleman Tent trailer with ease. Hope you're as happy as I am so far!!!!

#1233 of 1446 Re: So I'm leasing my new GC SXT [dennisctc] by baveux

Jul 28, 2006 (7:32 pm)

Replying to: dennisctc (Jul 28, 2006 11:02 am)
Wow thats good news , thanks gents for sharing your experience with me !!

#1234 of 1446 installing a brake controller by baveux

Jul 28, 2006 (7:54 pm)

Do you know where I can find the diagram showing the brake switch. I
have to install a brake controller and it must be connected to the
cold side of the switch , since I dont want to poke the wire for
nothing having the right wire color would help a lot.Thanks in advance

#1235 of 1446 Re: So I'm leasing my new GC SXT [baveux] by marine2

Jul 29, 2006 (1:33 am)

Replying to: baveux (Jul 27, 2006 7:00 pm)
I wish you luck with your new van. I also have a 2005 DGC. It's 18 months old now and have had no problems with it at all. I did have one recall on it a couple of months ago, for a possible crimp in the hose. I took it in when changing the oil. Had it back in little more than 40 min.
 
I did get an extended warranty on mine. Paid about $1,300.00 for it. It was a lot more than what I paid on my other car, but fixing these vehicles have gone up too. I found out it cost me over a thousand dollars to replace the compressor and condenser on my old car. With all the electrical stuff on these vans, it's hard to believe you can keep them seven years and have nothing go out on them. We use the a/c here in Arizona about eight months out of the year. Plus, it would have cost me over $900.00 for seven years just for AAA road side service and this extended warranty has roadside service with it, so I figure it's not that bad at all and I won't have to worry about any of that stuff breaking for seven years, which is as long as I will keep it.

#1236 of 1446 Re: So I'm leasing my new GC SXT [marine2] by dm3

Jul 29, 2006 (7:44 am)

Replying to: marine2 (Jul 29, 2006 1:33 am)
Where did you get an extended warranty for $1300? I've been looking for a 7yr/100k mile $0 dedutible Chrysler warranty. I've seen prices from around $2000-$3500.

#1237 of 1446 Re: installing a brake controller [baveux] by dennisctc

Jul 29, 2006 (12:42 pm)

Replying to: baveux (Jul 28, 2006 7:54 pm)
Do you know where I can find the diagram showing the brake switch. I
have to install a brake controller and it must be connected to the
cold side of the switch , since I dont want to poke the wire for
nothing having the right wire color would help a lot.Thanks in advance
 
Sorry, I haven't a clue. I had an RV dealer install it for me.

#1238 of 1446 Re: So I'm leasing my new GC SXT [dm3] by marine2

Jul 29, 2006 (1:46 pm)

Replying to: dm3 (Jul 29, 2006 7:44 am)
I bought it right here from the Dodge dealer. Mine was for 7/70. Right now, it looks like I will have the seven years before I get 70,000 miles on it.

#1239 of 1446 Re: installing a brake controller [dennisctc] by baveux

Jul 29, 2006 (2:11 pm)

Replying to: dennisctc (Jul 29, 2006 12:42 pm)
Hey, if by any chance you have to look under the dashbord tonight or tomorrow ...try to see where the RED wire of the controller is connected )
 
I will thank you a gazillion of time !!!

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