Used 2001 Chrysler 300M Sedan Consumer Reviews
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owned since 2005 and still in love
I've owned my 2001 300m since mid-2005 and I have loved almost every minute of it. The car is super comfortable which is nice as we travel down south a couple times a year from MN. I say almost because I feel the handling on our snow/ice roads was not the best prior to the purchase of my snow tires. Now it's been as good as a FWD vehicle could be. But I also had my first real issue with the car with the drivetrain (or drive shaft, I can't recall) going out. Lucky for me I know a great mechanic with a garage so it didn't cost me a fortune to fix. The worst part was it went out 300 miles from home on I-29 on a blustery (okay, for anyone that's been to SD - WINDY!!) winter day in SD. Fortunately the vehicle still ran so we were warm, even if we couldn't go anywhere. I'm still fortunate with only 130,000 miles on it, but I've been very happy with the vehicle considering the price paid and how reliable it's been for me. I'm now looking for something larger with my son and family, and have my heart set on a GMC Acadia (I am NOT getting a mini-van!) for the ease of getting to the 3rd row for my dog (not having to fold down seats or jump over a center console). Unfortunately the reviews are very poor so it sparked me to post a positive one for my very reliable, yet 15 year old, Chrysler 300m. I often find people only post negative reviews, and don't take the time to post positive ones. I'll be sad to pass it along to a new family but I know from my experience, it'll take good care of them!
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A must
10years old and has 171k and it is amazing. The car is fast, safe, and has plenty of room im a big guy and I fit anywere in car with plenty of room. one of my speakers rattles, a crack in the passenger side dashbord and a few blemishes of the exterior from rocks and a bad hailstorm is the only things this car shows for its age. ive lost maby 2mpg and thats not to bad had to replace a cracked water pump and a belt but this car is going to last me for quite some time and i will be buying another 300m.
- Base SedanMSRP: $5,950330 mi away
- Base SedanMSRP: $6,000501 mi away
- Base SedanMSRP: $5,9951,953 mi away
Perfect Car!!
Just got mine last year and has had no problems a whatsoever and it has 234,765 Miles on it and still looks great and has still got 30MPG city and 34MPG hwy
Lou's 300M
I love this car reminds me of some of the old time luxury cars. Had to replace two front door speakers $180.00 for the pair. At 30,000 all dash board functions went to key off position and would not return $800.00. I now have rust on the tip of the hood. To replace with OEM will cost about $2000.00. Sounds like a lot but keep in mind that this car has 90,000 miles on it and a is 10 years old. That comes to only $200.00 per year. Try to buy a new and equivalent for that money. I am going to do what ever work is needed to this car and will still have a great looking, riding, reliable car for years to come. BTW this car still turns heads when I drive down the streets and highway. Regards Lou
Very close to our Jaguar
We've had the about 6 months.Had 59,000 miles on it. Bought from an individual in California, driven 1500 miles home. The car was an absolute pleasure to drive. It averaged just over 31 mpg. on the way home. On middle pump gas.It responds "right now" to the gas pedal. The driver's position, comfort and visability is great.Wind noise is at a minimum. My wife loves it. I have a Jaguar that is the finest car I've ever had. It is superb. This 300M rides and handles almost as well. In conclusion, it's a great car. You can't go wrong.
Awesome 12 Year Old Car Still Going!
This car is awesome! 12 years old and still going haven't seen the check engine light in a year (was on for a oil change overdue). Was in the shop once for a new battery (which was a stock '01). Stock parts excellent acceleration and no road noise 169,598 miles on it. Would buy again and recommend! Nothing but good on this end!
Love my 300
I bought my 300 in 2004 with 29K miles. No major problems in 8 years. In 2011, a bad oil change (at a shop) got me a rebuilt engine with 30K fewer miles than the blown one. Car now sits with 124K miles (so 94K on engine) I get an ave of 26 mpg - I Love this car! Driver seat has never heated for me (I didn't think about trying this when buying a 4 year old car in July, lesson learned). I have some rust inside the driver (lower) door and some around the sunroof, but no leaks. My son blew my front speakers a few years ago and I'm researching their replacement now. I am planning on keeping this car for a long time yet - NO complaints here.
I Won't Do That Again
I bought my 2001 300m last summer. By December the transmission went out. When I bought the car it had picture perfect carfax. It was beautiful. I fell in love at first sight. However, the honeymoon did not last long. I had to replace the front struts and a tie rod end. $890. A couple months later the ac condenser went out. Even with repairs I felt the car rode rough compared to my Avalon. Finally the transmission went out. Really? I take care of my vehicles and even if I didn't I did not have enough time to neglect it. This car died at 175--- miles. I was the third owner and it came with maintenance records. Never again!
Amazing car
I finally had to get rid of this car at 162,000 miles due to general mechanical failure. However, I feel like this car's "death" was well-deserved and reasonably timed and I couldn't be happier with how it served me over the last 12 years. I never had any major issues at all with the car until 120,000 miles. Drove super well, no complaints. These days I feel Chrysler has gone to much cheaper quality with some of their sedans (ie Sebring). This 300m is one of the great ones. Quality was wonderful inside and out. In its later years I did experience some condensation in the headlights which god knows annoys the crap out of me, but not a big deal. Most comfortable seats you'll ever sit in.
Still going!
I bought the 300M new and now have 181,000 on her. I have had to do no major repairs just belts and brakes. I have owned a dozen new cars and this may be the best one. It rides great, seats are wonderful, good performance, good mileage 19 city 24 hwy. I'm not getting rid of this one until it something major dies on it.
Great Performance
Most of my driving is relatively high speed and long distances, travelling between WV and Florida. The 300m is comfortable on major highways and has very good gas mileage, getting 25mpg after the first 4 hours of driving.
power options
i like the car but have afew probs the radio at 58000 click then I hadto fix engine light prob $400 now my prob is seat goes forward instead of back on entryand mirrors go all the way up I have to manually adjust every time.
Glad I Bought A Chrysler 300M!!!
This is a 20K used but loaded 2001 300M with every possible feature. It drives like a new car, and cost 60% of the original sticker price. Want a BMW? Be ready for disappointment. You don't have a cheap BMW 300 series, but rather the top of the line Chrysler. This is a great car and I love it. 250 hp engine and ride are far better than my loaded intrepid ES. It is noiser than a Lexus or BMW, but hey, go buy one if you want it. Features on this car are great. It is much faster than the average car on the street and FUN to drive with the sunroof open. Radio and interior plastic are a bit on the cheap side.
Sporty Car w/ Some Size
I thought I'd miss my 1986 Crown Vic (but I don't). This car's perfect for "full bodied" folks that want a sporty experience and still have plenty of room for luggage and golf clubs in the trunk. There's also lots of room for passengers in the back. It handles real well and "giddy-yaps" when you need it to respond quickly. If you "kick" the gas pedal she jumps abruptly, so gently squeeze the pedal to the floor. You won't be disappointed.Interior decor is very nice.
\Value for your dollar
This car will exceed your expectations for a car in this class. The motor is strong and very reliable. The all trac system works on demand. The interior and comfort looks like an expensive european car. The only complaint I have is the driver's window is starting to make noise from the window rollers.
driver safety
Have owned this car for one year and don't seem to find anything that I can complain about.We have driven long distances and find it is a beautiful road car and without cruise control we could be in a lot of trouble.The braking is excellentand the automatic climate control is great.So far so good
Secure, Responsive Driving Machine
This 01 300M will go down as my first and probably only Chrysler purchase.Bought it used. I think it was the only Chrysler product on the lot. My kind of car; has cost me nothing in any kind of " unusual" repairs or expense. And it can run like a bat out of hell if you extent your foot a little.
2nd 300M
When it was time to trade in my '99 model, I kept coming back to the 300M. After looking at the Acura 3.2 TL and Lexus ES300, my eyes were still drawn to the 2002 model. For the money, other cars in its class cannot beat the styling and it also makes this family man with three kids still feel like he can have spirit in his ride - it beautifully blends looks, conservatism, and the feeling of speed into one car. The bottom line is that when the lease is up on this beaut, I'm hoping that the convertible version will be out.
I Love this car!
I bought my 300m back in July of 2007, it had 90,000 miles. I Loved it then and still love it now. Very low maintenance since the day I bought it! The Interior and Exterior of the car are wonderful! Only negative thing I have to bring up is the stereo system,other than that It's a great car!
perfect car
I have owned my 300m for a few years my current mileage is 226,255 with no major issues, replaced ac compressor @ 100,000 miles and now planning to replace to timing belt.
very satisfied
I purchased the car new with a decent discount. The power steering rack had to be replaced the first week which had me very skeptical. I now can say I've put 95,000 trouble free miles on her and still in love. I'm impressed with the gas mileage and even in this day and age can't see getting into another car payment for what, 4 to 5 more miles per gallon. The styling is still impressive when all spit and polished and the chrome wheels are buffed up. I think I'll just hang on to this ole girl.
must have gotten the lemon
Bought the car used with 120000 miles on it. Put about 15000 on since I've owned the car and nothing but problems. Engine consumes oil like crazy. Needs new valve seals and exhaust valve springs. Abs control module is out, tires keep going flat due to aluminum rims, ac compressor is out, all four struts need to be replaced, headlight switch makes headlights turn on by themselves and drain the battery at night, Egr valve went out, constant grinding from the brakes but pads and rotors are good. Can't figure that one out. Stuff is breaking on here so fast I can't keep up with all the repairs. Have no choice but to junk it or sell it to someone who can fix it.
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Never let me down!
I have been extremely happy with this car. I have never have any repairs done, only routine maintenance. It has great handling and performance. Chrysler got this one right.
Great car before 70K Miles
The 300M is luxurious to drive, very comfortable and has great power. I absolutely loved it until it hit 70,000 miles. Since then I have had nothing but problems. It is in the shop every couple weeks. I have had to replace so many things that I am afraid to drive it. I recommend this vehicle if you plan on selling it before 70K miles.
41,000 miles of trouble free motoring
Three year after I purchased this car, I still love it. Chrysler has a winner with this vehicle. The styling was agressive and yet clasic. Even today, the exterior lines look sharp and timeless. The added bonus is the reliability. I never had anything wrong with this car. I plan to keep it for a while
Still Love it after 5 Years
98,000 miles on the car now and have had it five years and still not a single significant problem. The drivetrain has worked perfectly. The radio was replaced in the first year, under warranty; hasn't been a problem since. I plan to keep this car for as long as I can - am aiming for 400,000 miles, and have no doubt it will make it if I keep up the routine maintainance.
Great Car
60000 miles never been in the shop
300M
I have just traded in my 1998 Chrysler Concorde LXI for the 2001 300m. I am very much impressed with the entire package. It had 16500 miles on it and feels like a new car. I think the interior features far exceed the Concorde and I loved my Concorde. The best feature so far has been the impressive gas milage for commuting to and from work. I am logging 20 MPG on back roads with many hills.
WASTE OF TIME & MONEY
Bought used the car w/ 21k mil - Transmission went out at 49k, (thank god I bought extended warranty to 50k) a/c went at 52K (compressor & evaporator) $1,500 to repair- overheated at 62k had to have heads re- done - $3,000 repair - crank shft/bearings went at $71k -$1800 repair - interior dash lights flicker - cd player doesn't play-eats the cds & doesn't give back- crack in dashboard over passenger airbag - apparently common problem w/ these cars -my tires go low all the time due to rims - apparently they are known for getting spurs on the rims which make the tires slowly leak - the spurs have to be filed down - only 16.5 mpg but doesn't qualify for "cash for clunkers"
300 review
Great car! Bought with 55,000 miles on it. Now has 125,000. Very little problems. Brakes, tires, battery (tough to get at). One thermostat for overheating and transmission computer module 300.00) comfortable car!
The Big Three is Back
So far the car is very fun to drive and has been a blast to own. I've incountered no problems with this car at all so far. Drives even better than the Acura's and other Japanese cars that was thought to be over better cars, in my opinion this car is greater than Japan could ever make their cars. Seems Diamler made a lasting impression on Chrysler cars and quality is the by- product.
Chrysler 300m
The car is big enough for a family yet sporty enough to appeal to the eye. I have had small problems since the first month however. The brakes squeak, the rubber lining around the door fell off and with only 32,000 miles on the car, the entire wiper arm on the driver's side just broke off. Twice in the summer when I started the car nothing electric would work, not the windows, not the air conditioner, radio, etc. I turned off the car and restarted it and everything came back on.
Wow
Bought a 2001 with 10,000 miles on it about three weeks ago, and so far...we love this car. Very impressed with the comfort of the interior, and the exterior speaks for itself. One of those cars you find yourself staring at as you walk away from it in a parking lot!
Why buy imports? Chrysler/Mopar is #1
I love Chrysler cars, not ever one bit of trouble with them. My first car was a 1996 Dodge Intrepid, and I loved it. It had 121,000 miles on it when I sold it this Febuary, with all original engine and transmission parts in it. I bought my 300M in January, and LOVE it. I loved the styling and all else when they came out in '99, but when they got all the chrome in 2001, I wanted one ever so badly. Super fast for a car this size with a v6, and excellent handling on mountain roads and perfect in snow (I live in Colorado). Just a couple of days ago, I drove 5 full grown adults up Pikes Peak to 14,100 feet above sea level with no problem on performace or traction. Chrysler nailed this one. Sweet
Chrysler affair
Since the mid 80's, I have been sold on Chrysler products. My first being an 85 Dodge Charger 2.2, then an 89 Daytona ES, Then for 2 years and went to Pontiac Grand Am {what a mistake} back to sanity, 97 Eagle Vision, next an 02 Dodge Status Coupe, which I traded for an 01 Chrysler 300M. All of the Chrysler products mentioned I have put in excess of 140,000 miles on with a minimum of expenses, you could almost say that in the case of the charger and daytona, i was abusive to those cars. Presently I have 62,000 on the 300M. I would absolutely recomend this car to anyone who would ask my opinion. Plus, a full size sport sedan that can accomplish 27.8 mpg on the highway!
great car
love this car.i do highly recommend this car to anyone.
I will miss this car
Lease up on this vehicle and no more 300M's with new 300 design. What a great car! Fun to drive, no maintenance issues, with exception of a possible short causing dash lists to bright/dim - no biggie. Auto haet/cooling feature was a challenge getting temp right - a bit too cold or hot. Sad that I cannot buy a 05 model. Will probably try the new 300 Limited. Hopefully, it will perform as well as this car.
Styling, features, luxury. Great price!
I really enjoy the comments I get from friends, workers and even people on the streets. They love the styling. Awesome performance, this car really begs to be driven especially with the Performance handling group.
Just a little nervous...
At about 30K the car started to overheat. I forget what was wrong but fixing it was $600. Not too long after that the check engine light came on and remains solid. According to Auto Zone it's something to do with the computer. I've not taken it in yet because I don't have the $XXX to fix it! More recently, at 57K it's starting to give me lots of weird signals. Right now, the radio stops playing after just an hour. It doesn't just cut off but if you touch the volume button, it quits. And... to top it off... dash lights will flicker on and off.
Pile of CRAP
I bought my 300M almost 2 years ago and have had NOTHING but PROBLEMS. After the first week, it started overheating, after that got fix the car would randomly just shut off while driving down the road. You'd have to pull over, shut the key off, and restart it, then it would just go like normal. That ended up being something with the idle..after THAT got fixed then my radio started blaring when you touch the volume button and you can't make it stop. Then all the lights inside start to flicker and wont stop until you shut the car off. Now, my transmission just went out. I will never ever buy a Chrysler again!!!
Suspension below par
My last car was Lincoln Town Car, but I couldn't afford one this time around - the price for the 300M was good. It had minor problems, such as a parking brake light that will ot go out, despite having it fixed several times, and I can't trust that the parking brake will even disengage all the time, so I do not use it. The biggest problem is the suspension - very 'iffy". The car always slides out on sharp turns when starting from zero, as if the tires are turning under..
I love this car!!!
I saw this car when it first came out and I couldn't afford it. I surfed the internet for 6 months. Nothing!! Coudn't find one. Thensaw one in a driveway with signs on it asked how much($16,000) sold my 2001 Neon for 3,000 and the rest is history.
300M
This is an Great car.
Waiting/hoping to expect something good from America
Hello all, I purchased a 1998 Dodge Ram Van, new, and vowed that it would be the last Chrysler product that I would ever own. The Van didn't last 10 years until it was in the junk yard. Recently I purchased a 2001 Chrysler 300M. The car looks really sharp and is fun to drive. I purchased it from a dealer who gave me a great price. I know of the previous single owner and they took great care of the car as all the records show. Second day with the car it began to shake at 50-70 mph. There were LOTS of new parts. Turns out the torque converter and timing belt need replacing. Another $3k. So much for a good deal. I want to buy American...quit making JUNK and I will.
Tops my old Seville!
not wanting to pay 50m+ for a new cadillac, and unable to find a used one I liked, I decided to try something else. I can't believe how much I love my '01 300M! Has all, even more features of the Cadillac, plus better handling and responseiveness. Being 5'1" and married to a 6 footer, the programmable seat adjustments are wonderful! Heated seats are also great in cold weather and for sore backs! If you're looking for a great car at a realistic price, don't overlook the 300M!
Chrysler 300m
really nice car with alot of options at a cheap price of about 35 grand new. yet it is still sporty and quick on the road.
300M
I have been very pleased with the way the 300M is handling yet it is very comfortable. For a large sedan it moves very nicely with the powerful engine. It has proven to be enough of car for me and I have not looked to buy anything more expensive ever since I sat in the 300M.
Fred's Review
overall excellent car, both in permance and ride. Also looks great esp. for a sedan.
Why did they quit making these?
Chrysler worked for years to perfect this car and once they did it they dump it and go to the 300C. Go figure. I keep thinking it's time for a new car; I'm that way; but when I take this car for a drive, I lose the urge to look for something new. I will be getting another car soon but I'll be keeping my 300M.
Emmy
I bought my first 300M in 1999 and liked it so much that I bought a new one in August, 2001 and kept the older one for my college age son to drive to college. I am a fairly big guy and find it to be one of the most comfortable cars that I have ever ridden or driven. I entertain a lot and the back seat can accomodate another couple very comfortably, with plenty of leg room for even tall folks. The 2001 300M also has a sunroof that is wonderful and still provides me with plenty of headroom. Great car - keep building them, I am sure I will buy another in a few years.