Used 1996 Chrysler Town and Country Consumer Reviews
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Tom, 04/06/2009
1996 Chrysler Town and Country LXi 4dr Ext Minivan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I never thought such a lemon could exist. I am on my 3rd transmission, little did I know Chrysler's 4sp automatic only lasts about 60k miles. I found out what a crappy tranny it is from 5 co-workers with Chrysler minivans, some of whom were on their 5th transmission. Little wonder that Daimler changed the trans when they controled the company. If you doubt me, check the internet for people with Chrysler minivan trans problems. Edmunds should be ashamed to rate the transmission problems as minimal.
Excellent van -very reliable
Dave24, 12/26/2002
1996 Chrysler Town and Country LXi 4dr Ext Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Have had no significant problems with our van. Very comfortable to take long trips in and drives more like a car than a van. 3.8 litre engine has plenty of power ... no trouble with transmission that others complain about.
Dependable Xport
JDevlune, 03/13/2006
1996 Chrysler Town and Country LXi 4dr Ext Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought this vehicle because we had baby on the way and wanted a larger space. The sliding doors easily accomadate the ease of installing and removing the baby seat. The captains passenger seats are easy to remove, but that rear bench is a killer. We have intermittant trouble w/ the wipers as well (seems mostly to occur at cold temps). This is true with the transmission as well. Transmission does not seem to engage in "Lock Up" in colder temps. "Lock Up" directly locks the transmission to the engine crankshaft via the torque converter to reduce slippage and increase MPG. HVAC only works on high fan speed. All of these are electrical in nature.
Great Vehicle very versatile 21 mpg ave
Ray, 01/05/2006
1996 Chrysler Town and Country LXi 4dr Ext Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this from a close friend who maintained the vehicle very well. I liked the vehicle but needed a car quick because I was rear ended in my BMW. I grew to love this vehicle. He had already changed the tranny. I believe that Chrysler paid for it. I have absolutely no troubles in 30K. For its size it is great in snow & great mileage. I consistently recieved 21 mpg average. Mid twenties on the highway. The drive is very comfortable. Huge box for carrying everything even 4x8 sheets of plywood. Excellant multipurpose vehicle. Easy oil change. I would highly recommend this vehicle. Driver door developed a little rust spot. Full size spare with easy access under rear door.
pretty ...poor
alac, 07/30/2004
1996 Chrysler Town and Country LXi 4dr Ext Minivan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great car to drive, but we replaced the tranny after 25,000 miles (Chrysler paid for half) and needed a new engine after 65,000 miles (we paid for it all). Great design, abysmal build... broken window lift, broken emergency brake cable, broken hood latch, etc. Our repair costs alone average 15 cents a mile or more.
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