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#3 of 5 Looking for replacement recommendations for my 1996 Aerostar by flgramps Apr 02, 2007 (5:54 pm)
Bought 1996 3 DR XLT 6 cyl. used in 1997 with 33,000 miles. Took out 100,000 ext. warranty based on previous cars' performances. Never used warranty. Besides religiously changing oil every 3000 miles and general maintenance there have been no major repairs. Had first complete tune up at 180,000 miles. Replaced original a/c compressor last year. I have had some problems with the power steering rebuilt motors not holding up as factory built no longer exist. That's about it. A tie rod here, a starter there, lots of tires. Stuff like that. Here is my problem. Car has 183,000 miles and looks ratty on the inside. The headliner has cracked and split into many little lines because of the Florida sun beating down on the roof. The plastic molded door panels on the driver and passenger side have deteriorated. The drivers seat is showing wear. There is some damage on the exterior right fender from a run in with a tree trunk- more than a scratch. Car looks shabby to drive clients around in if required. Test drove a new 2007 Dodge caravan SXT 4 cyl today. Really did not have much pep. Is this my imagination or does this car get up and go if you need to merge onto the interstate for example? I am not a fast driver or a hot rod, and I drove a VW van for many years and that was a 4 cyl. Is the Caravan about the same as a VW for power? What about the Dodge 4 cyl engine lasting over 100,000 miles without a rebuild vs. their 6 cyl? Also is it my imagination or is my Aerostar luxurious as compared to the upholstery fabric, cushioning, and general interior of the Caravan? It really seemed bare bones even though the Aerostar was never considered luxurious for its time. Since there is nothing mechanically wrong with my Aerostar should I just replace the headliner, get a seat from the local junk yard where there are a lot to pick from, have the fender fixed and pop for a paint job? And then drive it until the engine or transmission quits? Does anyone have a recommendation as to a replacement van that is comparable on all fronts to the Aerostar? I might add the Caravan is a real deal price wise $15,999 out the door. Replies to this message: KarenS (Apr 03, 2007 6:15 am)
#4 of 5 Re: Looking for replacement recommendations for my 1996 Aerostar [flgramps by KarenS HOST Apr 03, 2007 (6:15 am)
Replying to: flgramps (Apr 02, 2007 5:54 pm) Welcome to CarSpace Forums!   You might want to read and/or post your question in this discussion.   Minivan Shopping   Good luck!
#5 of 5 Aerostar performance and seats by pure1 Nov 23, 2007 (6:35 am)
I have a 1994 Aerostar Extended XLT W/3.0 engine are there any off the shelf parts to get more H/P from then engine? Like intake manifolds or headers for this van. I have heard of of performance Chips. Also my vehicle has the two bench seats, does anyone know if the two captains chairs like in the Eddie Bauer will fit where the first bench seat is in mine using the same mounting holes in the floor?

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