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Used 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan Consumer Reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars
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2.75 out of 5 stars

Unreliable Junk (My worst Nightmare)

CHW, 08/24/2002
1996 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3dr Minivan
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The transmissions are poor design and only last about 12,000 miles. This Van has gremlins too. It has electrical problems too. We finally parked it at 80,000 miles after My wife refused to drive it anymore. She bought an explorer and has been happy since.

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Never Again Will I Buy A Dodge Product

C Paul, 09/13/2002
1996 Dodge Grand Caravan LE 3dr Minivan
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Worst car, and worst service, ever encountered.

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4 out of 5 stars

Van or sports car?

Jeff Ross/, 01/27/2003
1996 Dodge Grand Caravan ES 3dr Minivan
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I sometimes forget I am driving a van as the speedometer reads over 100MPH on the ineterstate or when I corner with sports car handling thanks to those sixteen inch tires. Overall I love the van. I hate the minor break downs. Of course with 115,000 miles I should expect them. The 3.8 liter is a remarkable engine. It performs well even with a seven passengers.

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2.88 out of 5 stars

great design, poor quality

candy man, 11/27/2002
1996 Dodge Grand Caravan 3dr Minivan
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This vehicle has had numerous repairs from the start. Most have not affected reliability, but performance and inconvenience are at stake. Many sensors, egr valve, and frequent battery replacements have been serviced. I like the design and space but can't reccommend due to poor quality.

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5 out of 5 stars

Grand Caravan Truly Great

L B Room, 10/15/2002
1996 Dodge Grand Caravan ES 3dr Minivan
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The 1996 Grand Caravan 3.0 Engine I purchased in August '96 has really been a fun vehicle. Reliable until 250,000 when I put in a lower priced transmission - mistake. At 300k I changed it for the original again and the vehicle is going strongly again even with occasional light towing. Another thing to watch out for is the fuel pump which went at 306K Kms. The Forest Green with tinted glass remained stylish and ahead of the competition in my view. Great job! Still looks and drives as good as new.

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