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Love the Durango
Jbop, 05/13/2004
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
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This is my second Durango. My first was a 2000 model year. Had to get rid of it. Tried other SUV's. Not the same. Only complaint I have is that air conditioning does not work. Always spending money on the A/C. Kids love it too!
I love my Durango
mrsvicki, 07/23/2004
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV
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Had my Durango for over 5 years. I have it serviced every 3 to 4 thousand miles and it hasn't had any mechnical problems.I have had several rear bumper fender benders with no damage being done to my Durango.We drive the family to the mountains at least twice a month it is one of the most comfortable rides I've experienced.I like sitting up high and feel very safe. I'll keep it until it until it gives me it's last mile.
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Frustrating vehicle
Craig Kiesel, 08/13/2004
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
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Bought the Durango for it's looks, interior room, and power for towing my boat. Did not count on spending lots of money on repairs which still have not been solved. I have owned this vehicle for 10 months and have had to fix or repair the a/c, rear passenger window, clean fuel injectors and throttle body, tune up, rebuild the tranny, and the still unresolved surge in power when at cruising speed. Very frustrating. Two different dealerships on three different visits have not been able solve this problem. Cannot wait to get rid of this yehicle!
Durango does it
tntarizona, 09/10/2004
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV
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The Durango's are very affordable when shopping for SUV's. I've had no major problems with it at all, only scheduled maintenance upkeep. The 5.9 liter motor is great scaling through mountains with lots of power to spare and fuel economy is reasonable
Fun to Drive SUV
Mike Quinlan, 11/07/2004
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV
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I purchased my 1999 SLT Durango used with 46K miles. I now have 61k and the car has been flawless. I love the 5.9L V8 engine for get up and go. I like the size of this SUV, not too big and not to small. I love the way the Durango handles on the road and around town. The gas mileage is reasonable, about the same as my last SUV 15 miles per gallon average for city and highway combined. The Durango is one of the best used car values because they can be purchased for a reasonable cost.
Best SUV
Imabeliever, 11/07/2004
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
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I bought my Durango over five years ago and have had no problems. I service it every 3000 miles with AMSOIL. I've put this vehicle to the test from day to day in town driving to serious off road mountain adventure.
Satisifed
T, 12/31/2004
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had my 99 Durango for 6 years now. I am satisfied with it although not ecstatic about it. I would recommend getting an extended warranty after the manufacturers runs out. I bought one for $1300 that covers everything with no deductible for 4 years and I have used about $1200 in warranty so far after 2 years. Not a lot of problems, however, SUV's are not as reliable as cars, and have more expensive repairs. I have never had another SUV to compare. The serpentine belt is definitely an issue with mine. I have 67k miles and need to replace the belt for a second time. 4WD light was broke twice. Rear ended a car from behind doing about 5MPH and not a scratch on my vehicle.
The not so new Durango
Faith Huff, 03/24/2005
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
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We are a family who drives nothing but classic cars, so, buying this Durango was very difficult - but necessary. Knowing that its painful to buy a new car, this particular vehicle numbed it alot, as its good on gas, great on sleekness, and wonderful on reliability. I am a 21 year old female, and I would trust this Durango to get me across the country from California to Michigan alone without any worries. It's not new, its not a C.P.O., but its got all the space we need, the comfort, reliability and gas mileage we desire. I reccomend this vehicle to anyone, even though I generally am anti-new car. I am impressed.
Great Ride
20 Car Fan, 11/26/2005
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The 5.9 ate up the a recent cruise through the mountains. Brakes were strong and precise. Plus, the clean lines and classic look make it a great vehicle to cruise in.
Love it! Hate it!
vonblue, 03/22/2003
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love this vehicle for its style and usability, and absolutely hate it for gas mileage and reliabilty. Folom Lake Dodge has got to be the worst dealership I have ever delt with. The 5.2L V-8 engine has a terrible pinging or spark knocking sound when accelerating. The dealership told us that this is a common problem with the Durango, and that the engine system had to be "FLASHED", and that the extended warranty we paid $2,000 for would not cover the work. We had the service and a complete tune-up done and it still pings. At 22,000 miles three of the four electric window switches went out on it. It is slowly becoming a frustrating vehicle.
Excellent truck
greenbean24, 01/26/2007
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV
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I love this truck! It's way more of a truck than I thought (which is good for me). The 5.9L is a great engine and the parts for the LA based engine are extensive. I have the tan leather which was pretty dirty when I bought the truck but they cleaned up to perfect condition and there is no sign of wear after 8 years. The truck had 115,000 miles on it and a regular tune up was in order but other than that I have had no problem at all with the Durango.
Luv my Durango
msley, 03/05/2002
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've only had my Durango a short while, but so far I love it. I test drove other 1999 SUVs and my Durango beat them all, hands down. The price was right, the drive was right.
First and LAST Dodge
sweat, 04/03/2003
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV
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Bought extended warranty to 50k miles. At 70k miles, check engine light came on and was told by Palmer Dodge needed $700 to repair transmission. Ind. shop said nothing was wrong, changed fuild and never had another problem. At 72k miles, engine blew up. Dealer said too bad..no one at Chrysler would talk with me..Spent $3000 to replace engine. At 82k miles, was told valve was bad in 1 cylinder. Traded car today for new Volvo. Got $7K trade in and still owed $13K. Still happiest day of my life. DODGE, CHRYSLER AND PALMER DODGE IN ALPHARETTA, GA ARE THE WORST IN THE WORLD. I feel sorry for anyone I see in a Durango.
Not Bad
dodger1234567, 04/11/2003
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
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It is my second Dodge. First was the Colt, and I swore not to buy another Dodge after having it. But never say never... So I bought Durango in 99. Because it was the best for the price (3 row seats for around $30,000). Drive was fun, too. Well, 4 years and 96,000 miles later it still is. Yes, there is a slight problem with driver side window (intermitten). It was a problem with driver side lock (fixed). Oh, forgot to mention - I bought an extended warranty, so it was fixed under it. The pinging noice is because of the gas. I pull 92 now - no noice :). Mileage is a problem. I can get 15-16 MPG in city/highway, but I kind of expected that.
Most unreliable vehicle I've ever owned
dvast8_21, 05/13/2007
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this SUV used last year. It had 100,000 miles when I bought it. In just one year, I have put $1,500 in transmission repair, replaced alternator, water pump, thermostat, had work done to the driver side door when it just stopped opening, and currently the gas gauge only works part of the time. Not to mention this is the biggest gas hog. The display says it averages 13.5 mpg on highway. I found documents from the original owner where they also had transmission work, replaced belts, and had various mechanical problems. I certainly will never own another Dodge!
too many problems
ke, 04/20/2003
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
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I've had many problems. Knocking/horrible pinging first 18,000 miles until manufacturer came up with a fix, needed ball joints at 35,000 mi., new heater core at 50,000. Transmission leak since before warranty was up-- had it in for repair three times but they can find it, yet my oil changing store sure can! The car is beginning to have squeaks and rattles at 50,000. It is slow and lumbering and gets very poor gas mileage (10 mpg)
Don't buy one!!!!!!!!!!!
big mistake, 05/05/2003
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
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Ran great until the warranty expired. Worst vehicle I have ever owned. Problems with pininging on acceleration. Transmission problems. Broken torsion bar mount. Currently in the shop due to axle problems. This truck is a 4X4 with skid plates, but has never been driven off pavement. I have put every mile on myself so I know it hasn't been driven hard. The dealership is terrible to deal with. Constanlty hear from them that they can't duplicate the problem or that they can not hear what I'm talking about. Have basically told me that I'm stupid. Will never buy another Durango and will never buy another Chrysler product. I'm going back to Ford!!
So Far So Good
Ghostmirage, 01/10/2003
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
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I have recently purchased a 1999 Durango with 20000, great so far. I have had nothing but GREAT things to say about it so far but the mileage is low and so far so good. I find the vehicle to be comfortable, and a please to drive in the SNOW. Looking forward to making some improvement to extend gas mileage.
On a positive note
Taybjay, 01/18/2003
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Funny on how many people complain about the gas mileage on this Durango. 13 To 16 miles to the gallon. What are they comparing it to?? Remember this is a V8 and not a wimpy V6. Look at the other V8 sport uts on the market and you'll see that they ALL get around the same MPG !!! We are pleased with our Durango. It has given us 63,000 problem free miles. Do ALL you recommened service intervals for problem free ownership. And it's still rattle free on these horrid Michigan roads.
Fit the bill - and delivered
Donnie E, 01/29/2003
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I got what I expected. Purchased new off the lot. Needed 7 seatbelts. Only thing to go wrong in 4 years was the battery. Dealer arranged pickyup, replacement, and return. Bought for 31K, sold for 18K (held for just over 4 years).
Had problems
hwoquinn, 03/11/2002
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
All four power windows went out before 36,000 miles. Luckily covered under warranty but one has gone out again since warranty expired. At 56,000 miles had to replace intake gasket. Mechanic said he had seen several Dodge products with the problem. At 74,000 miles speedometer stopped working between 0-60mph. Love the looks and the room. Am not satisfied with quality and reliability.
durango
durango man, 05/29/2003
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
it doesnt feel to tipsy around corners, incredibly surprising how well it handles offroad, very comfortable, awesome looks and loads of power to get you where you want to go.
What am I gonna get now???
SUVman, 03/13/2002
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've owned a '99 SLT+ for close to four years now. The only real gripe that I have is that the Durango rides a little too close to the pavement, and its ride with the factory shocks was below par. Its breaks also feel somewhat squishy in harsh braking conditions. Other than that, it's been a great vehicle. The 5.9 is extremely powerful for a vehicle of this size, and a lead foot on the gas pedal will burn a quick hole through your wallet. After sitting in a plethora of comparably equipped SUV's, the interior fit and finish of my truck appeals to me now more than ever. Not one squeek or rattle after 60K+ miles. Based on my experience with three other 4x4 SUV's, this is VERY unusual.
well pleased
rfournier, 06/04/2003
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Has performed very well. Only problem has been the tailgate not locking with key lock. Fixed under warranty. Use it to tow, has ample power.
First New Dodge
Lacaha, 06/16/2003
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Purchased new (1999), delivery was excellent. Would have appreciated knowing that front wheel ABS is an option. Didn't really need 5.9L but has been a blast to drive, but not fillup! Biggest complaint has been the replacement of two of the four electric door lock motors (two months outside of warranty). Really liked the cargo capacity and the flexible seating arrangement (3 kids & own business).
Dodge and The Durango -Losers
Conned, 06/24/2003
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought 99'SLT new from Glen Thomas Dodge in Long Beach.Liked the looks of the car and the V8 engines power.Routinely maintained the car. Control arms bent & the bushings were shot at 36,100 miles.Took it back to dealership as it was only 100 miles over warranty. They wouldn't fix it. Called Dodge corporate but they refered me back to the GM at Glen Thomas. He did nothing.Ended up paying for something that should have been covered.51,000 miles head gaskets blew and freeze plugs failed,cost me $1200.00 to repair.Just sold the car. GT Dodge are rip offs and Dodge Corp's no better. Will never purchase a Dodge product again.
Durango Fan
Mindemann, 07/07/2003
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great vehicle - really enjoyed driving it. Very quick. Short turning radius. Very comfortable ride.
The toughest car ever driven
Troyboy, 12/05/2007
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am 19 years old and I had this car till about a few months ago, my brother and I both owned this car while we were going through our crazy driving stage. This car has been through so many rivers and ditches and jumps, yet it has lasted better than we could ever imagine! This is the toughest car I have ever seen, won't ever let you down!
What I think About the Dodge Durango
Bobby, 12/29/2021
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It's a really great vehicle for a big family it does great in snow and I would highly recommend this vehicle to anyone 😀
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Never again
Jeff, 02/24/2007
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car has been nothing but problems from the ball joints to the water pump not to include the door locks and burned out window motor. Dodge did not do their homework when making this model. Shame on you Dodge!
Safe, Useful, When it Runs
gplant, 08/18/2009
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought it for my wife to giver her more metal around her. Powerful, pulls loads, and hauls whatever you wants. Sucks gas, but no surprise. Good, reliable vehicle, except for the ECM (throttle control), which has a mind of its own - you have to ride the throttle to keep it from dying. Heater core & water pump had to be replaced at 70k miles.
My biggest mistake
lmounten, 08/07/2005
1999 Dodge Durango SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my Durango 01/2005 and here it is only 7 months into having it and I hate it. I bought it with the thought of safety in mind because I have 2 small children. Well, I found out first hand that when it rains I fish tail on turns and slide on the snow (and I don't drive fast). I bought the Durango from a known dealership and I have had so many problems with it. The brakes were supposedly replaced and they are so bad. The battery went dead the 3rd month into having it, the water pump went out in month 6 and now something is wrong again. So I am searching hard for something else and no dealer wants to give me what it's booking for, so what does that tell you?