2001 Chrysler Town and Country Review

Great van!

Written by: SoJolly on 10/11/2009

Vehicle

2001 Chrysler Town and Country Limited AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

We purchased in 2001, and now have almost 160,000 miles on the van. I have not had any major problems (I have had to replace the ignition tumbler, and the Driver side window motor, and the volume knob is very touchy now) Its been very reliable. Built in Car seat is one of the best features of the van. Leather had held up great (My 2002 Accords leather is cracking)

Favorite Features

Built in car seat, Power doors, Leather seats, and the 3 zone climate control. AWD is amazing in the winter

Suggested Improvements

Power window motors, sound system could be better, Blind spots

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Run from Chrysler - poor quality

Written by: sho10 on 05/12/2009

Vehicle

2001 Chrysler Town and Country LXi AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

With less than 40,000 miles on it, it's at the dealership having a re- built transmission put in it. Last fall we had to have it towed because a CV joint blew out in the front drivers wheel. Before that, we had to have a new ignition switch installed. A couple of years ago I called to see about having the sliding door motors replaced under warranty since it had less than 20,000 miles on it and Chrysler was very rude and took no responsiblity. I've had four Dodge caravans as company cars and have had major problems with each one of them. The dealership would make fun of "my haunted" vans. I will never buy a Chrysler vehicle again, but maybe I won't have to worry about it...bankrupt!!!:)

Favorite Features

Nice looking, heated seats for these cold WI winters.

Suggested Improvements

Problems happen with moving parts...stand behind your product and stop screwing your customers. Take responsiblity!

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Very important to read!!!

Written by: Rick on 04/03/2009

Vehicle

2001 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

These are the best riding vans on the road. Yes, there are issues with parts such as a/c, sway bar bushings transmissions. However, we have owned these since 1987 & we have never had to replace a timing belt (They have chains), never any exhaust work, never any CV boots. Most parts are pretty reasonable too. Brakes jobs run about $200 per axle, whereas they cost about $700 on our Previa! It is critical to do preventive maintenance on these. Use snthetic transmission fluid & change it every 50K. Change your fuel filter too. Plugs, antifreeze & water pump should be done at 80K. We did our first brakes job at 78K & we sold it with 157K & the brakes were still good. Overall, a great value!

Favorite Features

Roominess, performance & availabilty. Nice seats, good climate control. Leather seats have 157K & still look new!

Suggested Improvements

Quality control must improve. Huge variance in the reliabilty of these vans.

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Not too bad, really

Written by: OrdinaryPerson on 03/01/2009

Vehicle

2001 Chrysler Town and Country LX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)

Review

Got 98K on it. So far other than routine maintenance it has averaged out to $120 per year for extraneus circumstances. Comfy and reliable if you pay attention to the basic maintenance. Cam position sensor went flakey in 2008 along with a fuel rail leak and a corroded fuel filler neck. Otherwise- A good Soccer Mom ride. No signs of any electricals failing, as some of the other posts reported. Local dealer was pretty good with service. Makes a big difference. A lot better product than the 1995 was. Find a good shop where they will advise you of potential isues and this thing will run forever.

Favorite Features

Roomy, reliable

Suggested Improvements

Rear heat/ac not so great.

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Greatest Car

Written by: MNdriver on 11/30/2008

Vehicle

2001 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)

Review

We bought this beautiful van used with 58,000 miles. We were so impressed with the features, the CD changer, the sound, the 3-zone climate control, the leather seats, how it handled. The driver's side window motor was replaced at 100,000 miles, and the passenger seat heater fixed when we first got it, but other than that, it has been a wonderfully comfortable, really nice looking, and totally reliable van that we have been very happy and thrilled to own. Unfortunately it was totalled at 134,000 miles, but the interior remained in tact and only minor injuries were sustained because of the seat and headrest and also due to the van's durability. We are now looking for another Limited van.

Favorite Features

Leather interior, CD changer, sound, radio controls on steering wheel, 3 zone climate control, handling, confortable ride, digital thermometer and compass with gas mileage and other info; remote control doors and rear hatch, easily removable seats; everything about it

Suggested Improvements

Nothing--great as is! We loved this van!

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