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Used 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan Consumer Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars
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4.38 out of 5 stars

Best used car ever

Ronj, 12/04/2003
1997 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3dr Minivan
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This car gives a great ride and is great on gas I have the tow package and it pulles my trailer very well, I have the big V6. It is a fun car to drive and I look forward to shopping for a new one.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Nice van - looking for a new one!

Steel, 01/05/2009
1997 Dodge Grand Caravan ES 4dr Minivan
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We had an older boxy-style (1994) Caravan, and when we bought the new model, my wife said it was the best "car" she ever owned. Smoother body panels are very appealing. Seats remove easily (although are heavy to lift). You can lay a 4x8 sheet of plywood flat inside when seats are out (very handy). Mileage was about 18 city/ 25 highway - great for a van. Body lean on curves is a little annoying, but expected for a tall vehicle. Well designed layout. Tall seats are very comfortable. Visibility is great.

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2.75 out of 5 stars

Buyer beware!

LemonGirl, 10/02/2002
1997 Dodge Grand Caravan LE 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I have had troubles with this van from day one. First, air conditioning wouldn't work. Even vent would blow HOT air. Cost to fix (after 3 mechanics to find the problem) $1500. Then there was the fuel line problem ($500). Now the service engine light is constantly on (transmission?). Have I mentioned the problems with the computer system? (Phantom wiper, other air conditioning problems, Cruise control, horn). Oh, and to top it off, the CD player won't work half the time. I have heard that Dodge has improved their minivans...let's hope so. DO NOT BUY A 1997...unless you like living on the edge of insanity as I have for the last two years!

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Van

JEM, 10/02/2003
1997 Dodge Grand Caravan ES 4dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

This has been one great van. It's starting to get up in age now but every time I look at replacing it I change my mind. I've driven the new vans from Nissan, Toyota and Honda, and they still don't come close to the ride, handling, and confort of my G.C. I Love my G.C.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

good car

Kingfisher57, 11/08/2003
1997 Dodge Grand Caravan SE 3dr Minivan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

My Dodge has been an excellent vehicle. I have 132000 on the car now and have had only 1 scary experience with itas the fuel rail broke with 5000 miles on the vehicle. Other wise there has been no problems with it.The car is still all original except for brakes and 1 battery

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