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1261 messages, Last post on Feb 27, 2008 at 7:47 AM
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Replying to: hansienna (Feb 05, 2008 3:22 pm) 
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Replying to: viz (Dec 30, 2007 8:36 am) - I am getting Ody EX 08 for 399(tax incl) for 36m/15k miles/ zero down (no even 1st month payment)...Is it good? I am debating whether I should spend that kind of money or go for TC /Dodge caravan 08 models for a 27 month lease. What is the competitive rate for leasing those minivans? I have not driven them but their reliability seems to be an issue; we drive 70 miles a day and we live in NE ohio where winters are sometimes little bit harsh. We dont have much leeway at work and hence reliability and maint... I would think twice about leasing if your putting that many miles on it a day. Usually if you lease, they only give you 12,000-15,000 a year and charge you by the mile over that. It could cost you a fair amount of change depending on how much you go over the alloted miles. You might find it better to buy. Check it out first.
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Replying to: marine2 (Feb 05, 2008 10:00 pm) The "perception" of reliability of the Chrysler is just that - PERCEPTION. I can list so many totally satisfied Chrysler minivan owners, many repeat buyers of 20 some years!!! In ANY brand you can find some bitter "I bought a blah blah blah and it was a piece of crap blah blah blah, and I'll never buy another again"!! Considering the mileage you're putting on, if you're planning on keeping it long term, consider actually the Chrysler lifetime warranty - it might be a good choice. You may want to go drive all minivans - it's totally free and see what feels best for you. Then check out this site more for deals. I've seen in the Chrysler forum people offering "friends" discounts on them.
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Replying to: hansienna (Feb 05, 2008 3:32 pm) * it will probably cost more at the VW store * you get the legendary, poor VW service * no lifetime powertrain warranty If you like it, just get the Dodge or Chrysler.
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Replying to: ateixeira (Feb 06, 2008 7:53 am) Four GOOD minivan choices (listed alphabetically): Grand Caravan, Odyssey, Sienna, Town & Country. Each has advantages:  Grand Caravan: MOST features for the lowest cost and fold into the floor 2nd row seats. Odyssey: MOST comfortable seats in all 3 rows and best designed dash to prevent glare. Sienna: MOST horsepower and most cargo area behind 3rd row seat. Town & Country: Close 2nd to Grand Caravan for the most features for the lowest cost and fold into the floor 2nd row seats.
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Replying to: hansienna (Feb 06, 2008 8:38 am) So the question is, why lose the lifetime warranty only to get poor VW service? 
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Replying to: ateixeira (Feb 06, 2008 8:47 am) Maybe the quality of the interior and the driving dynamics, if better, are worth it to some people.
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Replying to: bobw3 (Feb 06, 2008 11:56 am)
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Replying to: dennisctc (Feb 06, 2008 12:06 pm)  Let's see if they change any of the driving dynamics, that's a good point. It's already very quiet, so maybe they'll just try to tune it to be more sporty. |
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Replying to: ateixeira (Feb 06, 2008 8:47 am) Answer: Too many American consumers are TOO STUPID to do any research. Believe it or not, some American consumers think European brand vehicles  are superior to American or Japanese brands. My nephew got a VW Jetta AFTER I warned him that Volkswagens are unreliable and Volkswagen dealer service is usually incompetant. After his VW Jetta broke down on the freeway, he got a new Toyota Corolla, and feels the same way I do about Volkswagens .
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