Used 1996 Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible Consumer Reviews
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Original Owner
LegalEagle, 06/04/2004
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I am the original owner and took care of it since day 1. Problems with brakes needing replaced every three months or so after 36,000. Has over 105,000 and am now having problems ... distributor needs replaced, tune up cost $600, did not pass emissions testin, engine idles rough, had to replace electonic circuit board because tach and odometer stopped working ($600 repair). Stereo shorts out. Parts are expensive but the car is fun to drive. I will be selling within the next 6 months and do not plan to buy another. Too expensive to maintain.
Fun but not worth the trouble
Bob D, 07/30/2009
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
After reading other reviews it has become apparent to me that my experience with the Sebring is somewhat typical. In general, lots of things need tweaking and repairs are costly and frequent. 125k miles - replaced/repaired - panel cluster - many radio components - brakes through and through - fan assembly - soon to replace the rubbers that seat the spark plug tubes (rough idle - arcing) gotta remove the engine cover... we all know what that can cost. Lots of rust spots on the way. When I buy a used car the next time I will consult Edmunds first. Sebring - not again, but the car still remains a head turner. Too much invested to sell but worried what will go next.
I don't see the problems everyone has???
money1973, 12/11/2002
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my JXi w/ 74K miles on 11/01 and thought I would have the typical "Chrysler" problems. 13 months later has 89,300 and I couldn't be happier. It ALWAYS starts and never left me stranded. Temps can get to -15 in winter and the 2.5 V6 always starts instantly. The only repairs, new wheel bearings and tranny cooler lines. The valance on the bottom of the rear window has separated from the glass, but the it's only an appearance item so no water leaks. I do dread the $1300 100,000 mile tune up and timing belt change. I don't baby my cars and this JXi just keeps running. Could I have the only reliable Chrysler Sebring JXi ever built??!! LOL!
Bad car
teresa, 03/21/2008
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this brand new put over 115,000 miles on it in 6 yrs before the engine caught fire. Not to mention right after warranty expired the AC froze up and tore up the serpentine belt rendering us helpless on Interstate in Arkansas..the LED readout for mileage went out in year 2 and the convertible leaked horribly from year 4.
Affordable Fun
Ray, 10/17/2008
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We bought it last fall with 52K miles. Computer slippery with strong Chrysler retro styling. Roomy, great road trip for two. We read the club's web site cover to cover. We anticipated all the ankle-biter stuff (the "leaks" from clogged drains, instrument cluster solder joints, suspension fixes, etc.). By learning the root cause of these problems we saved hundreds. Purchase price was low, so we invested in long term things (seals, an original blend Candy Apple Red paint job, some body work, some suspension work). Now we enjoy it. We have done a couple of 1K+ road trips. We have less than 60K on the car now and around 10K invested -- and no car payments. It's 12 yrs old, ready for another 12.
Love It!
joes, 02/24/2003
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought this JXI convertible with 25,000 mi on it. It now has over 100,000 mi and has had no major problems. Very reliable and as smooth and good looking as the day I bought it. Only real problem has been the tach going out.
Don't do it
Jim, 01/14/2005
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I rolled the dice and hoped I wouldn't have trouble, I was persistent at dealer during warranty and got water pump, power steering pump, alternator replaced. Electrical problems cost $800 after warranty. Never again.
Red Rag Top
AL. ROMANO, 04/02/2007
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
It has been a wonderful car to drive and has never let me down or stranded. The power top and power windows have never failed to open or close. The top has a year or two left and it needs a couple of new tires. It may also need a new muffler soon. The top is not ripped and there are no dents just some minor scratches on the bumpers. The leather interior has no rips.
Not too bad
rose, 01/06/2007
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love driving my car. It's great. The passenger door, below the handle rusted right through. A weird place to rust. Maybe that's why they're not suppose to be driven on the winter.
Serious Convertible
Hudson Valley, 05/04/2008
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a Excellent affordable convertible. The 1996 JXI is really a Mitsubishi eclipse super-sized for the American market. To improve power I had larger fuel jets installed and modified the computer tuning, stiffer springs for handling and it is a blast to drive. Bought is used off lease w/ bumper to bumper platinum warranty and had the amp replaced twice the top, speedometer cable, instrument cluster and the entire front end and a bunch of other stuff replaced for "free". Amp just blew again, replacing from ebay $40, why is the amp placed on the floor of a convertible? Considering lowering suspension and rear disk brakes. Keeping it for my son who is only four years old. :)
My Sebring is perfect
SebringIS1337, 10/15/2008
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We have had this car for about 6 or 7 years now and the only things we have had get fixed are two flat tires (damn nails) and a new starter. Other than that is has had oil changes. I have one complaint and that is about the tiny front brakes, they are about the size of a coffee can lid, and this car weighs a ton to slow down. But you can take a turn going so fast and you won't loose traction and it is perfect int the snow, just plows right through the snow. Since it weighs so much you can burn out if you want really easy, just step on the gas a tad and you fly!
7 Years -- Still running great!
silas, 08/06/2003
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Original owner -- no major problems - normal maintenance (tire wear, battery replacement. . .) Will buy another when ready!
My Thoughs
Crystal Hannak, 12/13/2005
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love the Sebring Conv. it's a great car and drives very nice. i will only drive this car for the rest of my life i love it. the only problem is it's a lot of money but totally worth it.
Like it most
bjoates, 04/08/2006
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Although I purchased a 2004 Conv. Sebring this is the one I like the most. I still drive it and let my daugther drive the 2004. I feel comfortable driving it in Beverly Hills and parking with Jaquars, Mercedes, etc.. and still get compliments on it.
beautiful
lindsay marie, 10/05/2004
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
i love these cars
My Classic
nord, Harrisonburg, VA, 05/14/2016
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I wanted this car new, but I was moving back in 96. Now in 2016 I've owned it for a year. Picked it up for around $2G it had 81G miles on it. After a year of my daughter using it as her first car and putting about 8G miles on it, It's been Great! Just put a nice Subaru red on it(my daughter hated the gold color, & I lost that battle lol) If you can find one in the condition mine was BUY IT!
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Not the best convertible, great to drive
iisk8, 07/23/2009
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this car new, has needed brakes continually. Just found out entire undercarriage is rotting, and last year the drain holes plugged and the interior flooded blowing the amp and rear speakers. Have to say loved the car, but would not consider buying the updated model. I only get about 10 miles to the gallon on local driving which is all I do.
Death Trap
Maddie S, 02/18/2010
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
2 of 7 people found this review helpful
This car has swayed me against convertibles and Chryslers forever. I recieved this car 13 years after it was made, but that is no excuse for the quality at which it operates. I got hit in this car, flipped, and it almost killed me. One time I was riding with the top up, and the wind nearly ripped it off. The brakes were bad. And the rag top leaked, eventually leading to a nasty case of mold growing in the back. Horrible gas mileage as well, maybe 14 miles per gallon. This car was not only a hazard to my social life, but to my actual life as well.
DO NOT Buy This Car!!!
lallaw, 09/11/2009
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car is garbage. Hard to say what DOES work. Poorly designed, poorly manufactured. No wonder Chrysler needed a bailout. These cars have all kinds of electrical problems. In 18 mos. I've been through 3 batteries; timing belt; distributor; replaced the top; serviced the AC (twice). And I'm told the previous owner took care of it! I hardly drive it and every time I do I am afraid of what will happen next. Now it just stalls in the middle of driving along. On a freeway going 60 mpg you lose all power. Battery works but you become a glider. You pray you make it to the side of the road before being killed. This is a COMMON problem that makes tech scratch their heads. Towed 4 times in 4 mos.
1996 Chrysler Sebring Convertible JXi - 6 cylinder
David Hofer, Saint Charles, MO, 05/06/2017
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Considering the age and repairs and upgrades that have been done to this car...it's in good condition with approximately 73,000 miles. Driver's seat is worn and needs a seat cover and the right rear passenger side quarter panel has a dent in it that can be repaired for $10-$200. Features include; upgraded alloy wheels, newer tires, upgraded AM/FM/CD stereo, new transmission. The vehicle is FWD with a 6 cylinder engine.
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pikerh in Homestead
pikerh, 04/27/2004
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Excellent open air car...if you don't mind the 18-19 mpg range economy. Very dependable; only a few electrical problems. Cloth top very nice.
Great Car
uarisk, 06/09/2004
Chrysler Sebring JXi 2dr Convertible
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Awesome vehicle. Never had to fix a thing in 4 years outside of normal ear items.