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Served me Well for Eleven Years
latsyrch, 02/28/2014
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LXi Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
20 of 20 people found this review helpful
I just traded in my 2003 T&C with 122,000 miles on it. For all the horrible reviews on this model over the years, this van served me well for 11 years. I think I had it serviced ONE time for anything other than normal maintenance and oil changes. The leather interior is still in excellent shape, the exterior wore well also. That said, I would NOT buy this van used. When I turned mine in the back hatch would fall at inopportune times onto my head, the power windows were failing, and the transmission was both sounding and acting wonky. Gas mileage was horrible.
Best ride I ever bought
Randy, 10/12/2015
updated 04/17/2017
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
This has been the best work horse my family ever bought. I still drive it frequently and my now teenage daughters won't let me sell it. I had an 80+ year old gentleman stop me at Publix and told me to never sell it as he had one, sold it, and regretted it. I agreed. Only costs me $150 every 6months to insure and despite less than exemplary milage still is worth keeping. Don't know if I'll let it go before it gives up on me altogether. Did have to replace the transmission twice and now instrument cluster needs repair. No other major issues. Glad I bought it.
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2003 Limited AWD
jimj8, 11/08/2011
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
21 of 22 people found this review helpful
We bought this van new in 2003. Has all the bells and whistles, DVD system, power everything, leather 3.8L engine etc. It has been a great vehicle for us. We are just coming up on 200,000 miles and have had very few problems. We have done the brakes once. Just replaced the water pump ( for a whole $120!), other than that just put fuel in it and drive. Fit and finish is still good. Only hardware problem is the left side power sliding door. The clutch is out in it and so it is hard to open manually. It will open under power if you give it a tug. Leather seats are still perfect and still comfortable. We have gotten about 19 MPG.
Made it to the moon!
April Marshmellow, 02/23/2016
2003 Chrysler Town and Country eL FFV Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
Our goal was to get 232K mIles out of this van so we could say we had traveled (the distance) to the moon. Same transmission--I've had it flushed twice. 268K, mostly highway miles and still humming right along. My siblings who have owned Chevrolet and other minivans prefer the seats in the T&C. I highly recommend this van.
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Not that bad
a, 09/28/2010
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LX Family Value 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
We bought this van in June of 2004. It had some miles on it but I dont remember how many. It now has almost 170,000 miles on it. Something leaked and ruined the carpet on the front passenger side. The electronic switch in the windows went bad making it stick occasionally it would decide when it wanted to start working again. It has only left me stranded once, and that was because the battery died without warning and wouldnt hold a charge. We replaced the battery and it kept on ticking. This van is quite reliable and I never worry about getting stranded. The driver seat and the front passenger seat is not comfortable either.
Can't be beat
Mike, 01/16/2007
2003 Chrysler Town and Country eL FFV Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Purchased this Town & Country with 17,000 miles. Now have 55,000 and I've had no problems. Runs smooth, handles great and gets as much as 26 mpg on long trips. Recently put on Goodyear Assurance Comfortred tires and the ride is second to none and very quiet. I had a Plymouth Voyager that I bought new and traded in with 137,000 miles that held up well so I decided to stay with a Chrysler product and am very happy.
Great Family Van
June Keck, 06/30/2016
updated 02/26/2019
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We bought our Chrysler Town and Country Limited when our son was 2 wks. old. This van has done it all! Been a play area, diaper changing area, nursing and bottle feeding. Have to remember the weird stuff. It's hauled chickens, goats, hay, fence posts, lumber. Pulled a 16ft. trailer with 50 hay bales with no problem. My husband and I are both disabled. I can honestly say that without this van, we would not have been able to do half the things we've gotten done with it. I love the tires. They stick to the road no matter the weather. I can honestly say I only have one Big Gripe. The sliding doors. I blame the dealership. We had problems with the doors from the beginning. Told the door to shut (didn't matter which button was used.) The door would start to shut. About 1 foot from closing it would bounce back open. To get it to shut we had to get out and shut it manually. Then it wouldn't open. So had to manually open it. Every time we took it in, the Dealership said they couldn't duplicate it. They finally fixed one door after I videoed it. Of course the other door went out of warranty before I could get them to fix it. I do love the safety sensors on the doors. I will Never get a van without them. Not because of our child, but because my husband and I need them.
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What a Lemon
jerseyraised, 09/12/2013
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
10 of 14 people found this review helpful
Bought the van 9 months ago. Recently a 10amp fuse blew causing the van to shut down. That same night after it was fixed the speedometer quit working. Now the van jerks while I'm driving it and the speedometer flies all the way to 120mph. Mechanic replaced speed sensor, that didn't fix it I've had it to him 3 times he finally told me he doesn't know what's wrong with it and he does not want to work on it anymore. I'm praying it's not the transmission (mechanic does not think it is). It has 118,500 miles on it. I hate this van. The drivers seat sits to high, the power window is getting ready to go I would not wish this van on my worse enemy.
Not thrilled
spenc618, 04/03/2011
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LXi Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have had this van for 3 years now.. new transmission which AAMCO said is very common on this vehicle. Have that checked before you purchase. Now it is leaking fluid from underneath and the steering is horrible.. hopefully both symptoms are the same issue. More to follow on the issue and the price to repair and how common it is. Mine and most I run into have the hood paint peeling bad. I wouldn't purchase again. Would probably go with the Honda if I could have a mulligan.
Steering/Front end problems.
BEK, 12/16/2008
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LXi Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Rack & pinion failed at 55,000 miles due to bad seals in the pump reservoir cost $800. In my life time I have never replaced this item on any car. One month later I have front shocks and swaybar problem,cost $998 to repair. This is my last American car.
Smooth, Solid Ride
Fred D., 12/17/2002
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LX Family Value 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car 6 months ago. It has about 10,000 miles on it, so its relatively new. So far, the car has had absolutely no problems. It rides like a mercedes E class. Classy design. It hauls my 4 kids, wife, and a car packed with 2 weeks worth of luggage easily. You get good gas mileage and more than sufficient power from the 3.3 liter V6. Decent sound system. Don't believe the Honda reviews. The Odyssey rides like a truck with no shocks compared to my T&C.
hate to see it go!
van lover, 12/30/2009
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LX Family Value 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
now has 99,000 miles, gets avg 23mpg, had a problem with window motor, front suspension, sway bar bushings, so have $400 in "repairs" since i bought it new. Giving to my daughter and hope she gets 50K miles more! Now needs front brake pads after 45K miles. They are dirty and stain the wheel covers, Love the styling of body, think it helps milage. Handles great in snow (WI). Too bad the company quality has gone to hell. Wouldn't consider a new one today!
run away
mtjhiggs, 03/29/2004
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Never again. Dummy me bought every possible option (with a sticker of 40k) thinking that I would keep this car forever. 14 months later sold it for only 24.5k because I couldn't take it anymore. Power door modules replaced twice in first month. Never did fix the problem. Engine idled rough for first 20 minutes every morning (dealer found nothing wrong and Chrysler rep. said everything was normal-nothing we can do) Transmission started slipping at 5k miles. Lots of nice features but mechanically scary. Avg 10.5 mpg city and 16 mpg hwy. Went and bought 2004 GMC Yukon XL. Much much happier.
Transmission problems
chryslerjunk, 01/18/2005
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
For those of you who think your Chrysler mini-van is so wonderful, let the buyer beware. I have owned a T&C Limited ($38,000 MSRP) that only has 30,000 miles and 22 months on the road. Here's a list of repairs to date: Tranmission repair (<6000 miles), Fuel injection repair, power lift gate repair, power steering recall, A/C leak, and now at 30,000 miles the tranmission is being rebuilt. All covered by the warranty, but who wants to buy a new car and have these major repair issues. Never again will I buy a Chrysler product. Probably trade it in and write off the experience (not to mention the $16,000 depreciation in value for a mini-van) to bad judgement.
Don't judge a book by it's cover
Frustrated , 08/21/2006
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought the T&C new. The reasons I purchased it still exist: lux leather, ample seating, kid friendly, comfortable seating for 7, many cool features. Lots of bells and whistles. No reliability though. I am 55k miles in - I am on my THIRD transmission. My compressor is shot. I have replaced my front brake pads 6 times, rotors 3 times and calipers once (when they began to smolder). The power sliding door failed twice. The rear door has disconnected 3 times. I have had the car rendered useless and needed to be towed to the dealer - but boy are those heated seats and cupholders nice. I have learned my lesson. Unfortunately it cost me quite a bit of money. No more American cars here.
good and bad
jerryand june, 12/02/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LX Family Value 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
the front door is not tall enough, i keep bumping my head. Front door does not open wide enough. @nd and 3rd row seats are not adjustable from front to back to allow enough leg room for tall people.
great van
gary , 07/24/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LXi AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
i been driven this van and i am very well pleased
Lemon
Brian Sherrets, 08/02/2010
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LX Family Value 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My wife and I purchased our Chrysler Town and Country new off of the floor. Within weeks we had it in the dealer for repairs, and then continued to take it in monthly for one thing or another. We are experiencing a shock and sway bar problem, along with a fuel pump issue that makes very noticeable noise. We have taken the vehicle in for the shocks and sway bar to be told that there is nothing wrong. The fuel pump issue will cost us close to $800.00 - $1000.00. We travel with kids for different sporting events and many parents like the space and are impressed with the availability to remove seats for more room but I am honest with them when I tell them that they would end up with a lemon.
Really don't know to brag on it or on me!
C. Ed Pattison, 06/26/2018
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LX Family Value 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We purchased our 2003 LX town and country when it had 74,000 miles on it. It has given us excellent service. It now has 274,000 miles on it and still going strong. I have done the maintenance on it my self, after getting ripped of by a dealer. (that's another story). I have changed the oil and filter every 3,000 miles, in spite of being told I didn't need to that often.(I keep a record on the maintenance) But now my care of it is paying off. Of course over the miles and years I've had to replace some things on it, but not more than any other vehicle I've owned. I like it so well, that I bought a 2007 hoping that it does just as well. It is not nearly as easy to drive, and doesn't ride as comfortable as my '03. I didn't trade it in, as they wouldn't give me more trade-in than I can drive out of it, and then give it to someone. It is now my work car. I removed all the seats but the front, and haul what I need to, plus keep my tools in it. If I hadn't been happy with it, I wouldn't have bought another one. (By the way, the '07 is doing fine, but "ole brownie" is still my favorite.
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town and country
steven sharp, 01/04/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LXi AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
just a great van
Great ride you can depend on
Chris, 01/09/2017
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LX Family Value 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Tech has changed a lot since 03, so u won't be impressed with that, but all else is great
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Good Enough But ......
kip, 01/20/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LXi Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I could not put the correct purchase date so here I say it was purchased in March 2000. Actually a lease. After 3 years the biggest annoyances were leaking transmission ...hoses that consistantly leaked when weather changes to cold. No charge repairs. .... also an annoying required replacement of the rotors and brakes every 7k miles due to warping. This WAS a cost of about $325 each time. Three times for me. In gerneral a "good" car. But nothing more than that. Quality still goes to Honda .... but Honda is too stark and bland for me. Particularly the interior.
REALLY delighted
WhoKnowsJack, 02/08/2009
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LX Family Value 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is my second T&C. The first went 8 years without a repair. This one was fine until this year when I've had a flurry of repairs -- clean air system, trans module, power steering pump and alternator. Still, at 76,000 miles, it's been cheap to own. It's not a city car; in downtown Chicago, I got 11.5 mpg. Here in Tucson, with more open roads, I get 24 mpg when the A/C is off. That's great for a big vehicle with the 3.8 liter engine. But even better is the ride. In mountains, I just gear down to '3' and go up and down smoothly and quietly, even at 80 mph (I had this up to 120 mph on a flat road in Texas). Prefer driving this to my BMW convert (except for top down days, of course).
3 year review
pleased, 06/16/2006
2003 Chrysler Town and Country EX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We have owned our van for 3 years and have 57k miles on it. So far one set of tires and brakes are all we have had to spend money on so far. There have been a couple of recall/service bulletin repairs, but other than that no real inconveniences. We get 17-19 mpg in normal driving and 22-25 on the highway. Stopping at drive throughs cuts down on the mileage! The only complaint I have is the engine doesn't run as smooth as I think it should, dealer says everthing is OK. I didn't want a MV when we went shopping for a vehicle, but after driving it and checking out its features I was sold. It is a perfect family vehicle and I plan on replacing it with a 2006 Town & Country with stow n go seats.
Town/Country Lxi AWD
pmangc, 03/02/2004
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LXi AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Little things seem to break down (horn, cruise control etc.) Nothing big yet that was not covered by warranty.
Disappointed
sambrijmom, 03/30/2009
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LX Family Value 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I was really excited about this vehicle when I first bought. But after 5 years and the money I've sank into I'll never buy another one again. The steering whines when it's cold and the only way to fix it is to spend $400. The gas tank is going to need replaced because the valve that's broken is inside the tank. My mechanic said that for the past 2 weeks he's had a Dodge or Chrysler minivan in with problems. I still like my minivan but it seems like every month I'm in the body shop for something else.
2003 Chrysler LX
PCR, 05/21/2010
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LX Family Value 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
We love this van, now with 116,00 miles on it, runs smooth and still has power. We did not do any repairs beyond warranty and general maintenance until over 100,000 miles. We recently drove the new Chrysler town and Country and the new one does not compare to the great quality of the old 2003. The 2003 is quieter, sits up higher, more solid, rides at least 2 times as good (2003 had Monroe sensitracks on all 4's at 100K). We ended up getting a used 2007 Jeep Cherokee V6, ( very good SUV) that was much better than new Van. We are now sold on this model of Jeep and are keeping the 2003 T&C until she no longer goes, or get the cash for Jeep. Really impressed with the Cherokee.
2003 T&C Limited
bobrobin, 07/28/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Purchased to replace one owner 96 Dodge GC ES which I was really satisfied with. Like this car overall, but disappointed in Chrysler and dealer knowledge of vehicle and support. Some things do not work as described in owners manual (i.e adj pedals and memory seats, console messages, etc). Dealer has replaced BCM to correct some programable functions that . Have trailer tow package and ride is a lot harder than I thought it would be. Also have experienced power side doors opening on their own. On the plus side, I like the room and the interior and exterior design. Am also satisfied with the performance and gas mileage.
2003 Lxi owner review
Fred Nelson, 04/27/2009
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LXi Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just traded my 2003 Lxi in on a 2009 Limited. The 2003 was a good, dependable van for the most part. I had to replace suspension bushings and the power steering pump and reservoir. We got about 19 mpg around town and 23.5 to 25 mpg on the road, depending on the wind.
Easy Choice
John90XJ, 07/29/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LX Family Value 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
As the primary vehicle for my wife, it's perfect. It buzzes around town, albeit slightly larger than the '92 Caravan it replaced. It handles road trips with ease and makes the journey worthwhile, and quite comfortable for the three of us. Very impressed with the power from the 3.3 liter and the feel of the transaxle. Very solid performer so far.
Great Value
VanGuy, 08/14/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We were going to drive our 97 Grand Caravan Sport two more years, but the incentives were great. With rebates the dealer knocked of $6,200! For a base model it has everything we need. The ride and transmition is very smooth. No wind noise and no squeeks so far at 3,000 miles. The quad seats are great for the tweenagers. The headlights are much improved over the previous model also. I would say a great overall value.
2003 Chrysler Limited
jiggmaster, 08/24/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I wish they didnt remove the passager 8 way seat I had 2 people bumb there heads getting in the passanger side
Excellent van
DemonF16, 08/26/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We recently traded our 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan for this van and we are very happy with the new design. Nothing is perfect, but the ride and quiet interior more than make up for the negatives. Two problems: rear seat is now a split bench and much narrower than our 2000 caravan. We used to be able to sit three people in the back, now there is only room for two. Second, the rims are touted as chrome rims, but they are really just aluminum rims with chrome caps. I would have much rather had a set of nice aluminum rims instead of cheap looking chrome caps. I'm most disappointed with this very cheap looking feature on a $38000 van.
Our Third Chrysler Minivan
BlackDogFamily, 09/06/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country EX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is an outstanding product with the right balance of performance, features, and price for the typical middleclass American family. This is our third Chrysler Minivan, and the first two racked up 179k and 156k miles without any major breakdowns or more than routine maintenance. Our family loves these vans. We've looked HARD at the competition each time (drove a Honda Odyssey for two weeks), and Chrysler still offers by far the best minivan value on the market.
Great used car
Great, 05/08/2009
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this van used with 38,000 miles on it. It will go past 100,000 miles this weekend on a road trip. Never been in the shop once. Just oil changes. Very reliable van and very nice inside.
Holding my breath
mcfly3, 12/02/2002
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LXi Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
For the first time in nearly 17 years, a "home-made" vehicle sits in my driveway. Hondas and Nissans and Mazdas have all done well for us, but this Town & Country intrigued me, and so I bought it. Obviously too early to tell (one week), but the buying experiece as well as the fit of the van was/is excellent. It is a brilliant cruising vessel, as the 1500 miles we (two adults, three BIG teens) traveled in that first week showed. At the end of our ten hour drive, I turned to the missus and said, "I could go another ten hours driving this." It is SOOO comfortable. Everything works, runs and rides great...easily worth the 31K. Tune in next week!
Great Minivan
nccatlady, 09/06/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the 2nd Town & Country I have purchased and I am delighted with it. It has plenty of eye appeal and plenty of road appeal. I enjoy driving it everywhere.
TOWN AND COUNNTRY FOR THE 3RD TIME
ARZFM5, 09/07/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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THIS IS MY THIRD TOWN AND COUNTRY SINCE 1996 SO FAR THE RIDE IS GOOD AND QUITE.BUT I HAVE ONE PROBLEM THE VENT ON THE DRIVER SIDE DOESNT WORK. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY FOUND OUT THAT THE MOTOR IS NOT WORKING SO THEY HAVE TO DO A SPECIAL ORDER.HOPEFULLY THIS WILL BE THE LAST PROBLEM BECAUSE THE CAR IS ONLY THREE WEEKS OLD AND IT HAS ONLY 600 MILES.
Chrysler needs to work on problems
texasamy1313, 01/21/2008
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LXi Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love my Town and Country van and would buy another one but I would not buy one without an extended warranty. Numerous problems from small, (sliding door lock broke), to large problems, (today I am having my rack and pinion replaced), have had me in the shop at least 4 times a year. Also, the dealership LIED to me about the warranty covering a rental car. It only covers a rental car if the car has to stay over night. As a single mom this makes it more difficult for me to get to work and chauffeur kids around when my car is in the shop! Chrysler- please work on the quality of your automobiles!
I hate minivans but I love this vehicle!
static, 09/14/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I really dont like minivans but it was the most practical choice for what we needed. This van has won me over though. My wife and I both love all the conveniences and the overall comfort. It drives very well for a van and rides smoothly. I recently drove a friends 2003 Windstar. What a piece of junk. We may actually drive this van till it dies. That would be a first. We have 8K miles and not a single problem yet. Knock on faux wood.
Bad Van
Bad Van, 01/02/2009
2003 Chrysler Town and Country 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This van has been horrible. We bought it slightly used with only 15K miles. Got a great deal because it had depreciated so much from new (wonder why). At 28K miles the starter went out and was replaced by warranty. At 36,800 miles the power steering pump went out and they refused to fix it because the warranty had just expired even though Chrysler issued a service bulletin about it. Since then the AC compressor went out to the tune of nearly $1K. Water pump went out, electric gremlins with the engine management, and now the transmission is slipping. It has just shy of 70K miles on the clock. Gets average of 19mpg and is slow as molasses. Can't wait to get rid of it!
Wow
Skipnet, 09/14/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the 5th version of Chrysler's minivans and while it is early yet for some things, ride quality is the best yet. Our previous version which is still rolling was 1999 Pymouth Grand Voyager SE with 309,000 miles on her, her service record has been nothing short of spectacular. The engine is still as smooth and nearly as quiet as the day she rolled off the lot. So, we have high hopes for this model.
So far so good
SECCOP, 07/21/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country EX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Almost bought a '04 Sienna but too expensive and found the build and interior quality surprisingly poor for a Toyota. The T&C drives better and the a/c is much, much better. Very smooth ride and quiet in contrast to my previous minivan, a Windstar. Hopefully reliability has improved and the 7/70 powertrain warranty gives some peace of mind.
Close but not quite ...
JoeF, 08/08/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Wanted an '04 Sienna, but couldn't pass up the rebates and Carmax pricing at nearly $10k off MSRP, brand new. We really wanted to love this van, but -- people rave about how quiet the T&C is, but ours has a serious wind leak (door alignment problem, we're told) right by the driver's head so it's not quiet. The windshield washer hose broke after one week. And we get 13 mpg around town, 17 mpg on a recent highway trip. Expected much better. Bottom line -- wish we would have gotten the '04 Sienna.
BEST MINIVAN
gsprings, 12/20/2002
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LXi Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Having owned many USA and foreign automobiles, the Chrysler T&C is the best I have ever owned. It has space, power and a great ride.
So long Odyessy
malcolm12, 08/11/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
With all of the problems I had with my Honda van, this is a breath of fresh air. I will never buy another Honda again
love this van :)
wizard, 09/29/2009
2003 Chrysler Town and Country EX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd MoPar mini-van & I would own none other. Yes a few issues over the years but mostly easy-fix things. This 03 did have a transmission issue that was frustrating but the out of state dealer was the headache Not Chrysler or my local dealer. I would/will always own one of these. No chop-chop foreign s-t in my driveway. USA or nothing
Somewhat disappointed
smartinginMN, 06/21/2008
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LXi AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
As a pre S & G van it would have been nice for the middle row seats to fit the rear positions as they recline and taller people could have good leg room. The console design is not too well thought out. Too rounded and could have had its' own cup holders. At just under 95,000 miles we had to replace the a/c compressor, alternator and belt slack adjuster. The front strut bearings are very clunky. Fuel economy so-so. We drove the heck out of a Mercedes Vito van in Europe (up to 100 mph/160 kph on the autobahn, in and out of small and large towns) and the 6 cylinder diesel engine gave us 27 mpg with 7 passengers and luggage. I believe that engine is now in one jeep model and a MC sedan.
chrysler mini van
Anthony Sutton, 09/03/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
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excellant people mover, great ride and comfort. vehicle has great style and body lines so far no mechanical problems
I love my Chyrsler minivan
bryenl, 09/03/2003
2003 Chrysler Town and Country LX Family Value 4dr Ext Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
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This has been the absolutely best vehicle I have owned. I have heard all the stories about Japanese vehicle being top quality, but nothing has compared to my Chrysler minivan.
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