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Grand Caravan Carried on for 199K
Caravan Man, 05/16/2018
updated 11/20/2020
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan EX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
A super comfortable and practical vehicle. Great to have a car to take an extra child or passenger. Even back rear seats comfortable. Lots of storage even with a carload of passengers. With the seats removed, provided cavernous space for college moves. Seats are a bit heavy to remove, and fold and store option did not come until later models. After 160,000 big things start to go: front axles, rear springs, rear shocks, catalytic converter, other emissions components, A/C compressor, power door, power lift gate and even headliner. So be aware if buying an older model. But I changed all the leaking gaskets when my mechanic recommended and the engine still ran well at 199,500. gave up on it when the power rear window vent would not close. should not have gone to the dealer b/c the OEM part was way too expensive. Should have used cheap aftermarket part and it would have been fine.
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Utility in disguise
Greg Kaufmann, 09/07/2015
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan EX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
new tranny at 160000 miles, after I had a private shop put in a new filter. I had been changing the tranny fluid every 20K miles, and should have never let that guy work on it, He didn't even tighten the pan bolts all the way, and it was leaking fluid and then the filter disintegrated and plugged the pump and it blew. The front speakers wore out, the fan relay behind the glove box wore out (thirty bucks) I've gotten through wet slush runs that stop suv's. We've been skiing every weekend in the winters, the 3.8 gets us up the hills. I do put it in 3rd so it doesn't keep trying to hit overdrive. We have abused this rig pretty hard in deep snow many times, and it just keeps trudging along. Have fit a 10 foot by 4 foot couch in the back with the door closed, and plenty of plywood. Traction is great, there are many times when I should have had chains, but never used them. Everything is pretty utility, nothing too fancy. I mostly travel without the seats, they are easy to remove and put back in. If going 57 mph I have gotten up to 28mpg, but average about 21 most of the time. When the breaks wore out at 160000 they replaced the calipers and everything as they said they can not reliably reseat the ceramic calipers that was 1000 bucks.
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I'm happy!!
Bern, 04/23/2002
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan ES AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Handles well. Peppy and really holds the road.(AWD) Gas mileage is 23-24 highway and 20 around town. I do not have a lead foot nor am I a rabbit starter.Love the electric doors and tailgate. I have carried 3 4x8 plywood with the tailgate closed!! The seats come out fairly easily for me (65 and slightly arthritic). I sold a fully loaded Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer to buy this.It was not even a year old and I took quite a beating on the trade. I couldn't take the 12-14 mpg I was getting. Not sorry a year later. Easy entry too. The only thing I don't like is the very short throw of regular beams at night. The car is lower than any of the trucks I owned previously.
Been Very Happy
GH, 01/25/2010
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Back in '04 I purchased my '01 GC Sport with 81,000 miles on it. After 6 years it has over 200K on the clock and still runs great. No transmission troubles, just regular maintenance changing the oil and getting new tires and brakes. The 3.3 is a reliable motor and it has performed flawlessly. My only complaint with the van is the power door lock switches as they don't always work.
"Sport" model for a reason
sebago588, 11/23/2012
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
We purchased our 01 GC Sport in the latter part of 2000 out of a 96 Sable wagon. We love our van. Not only can we tow our 20 ft bow rider with it, the cargo room when all the seats are removed is like a Uhaul. The engine has power and sounds throaty like a Durango or even a Charger. Reaching highway speeds is no problem for the peppy little 3.3 liter V6 even with 7 adult sized passengers. We had one power window motor die out on our son while he was at a car wash (horrible scenario) and once needed a new starter. All of which were not ridiculously pricy but, repairing anything on a Chrysler product is thankfully never a "remortgage the house" situation. Engine smokes my sister's Odyssey.
Dodge transmission problems
dodge van dies again, 07/26/2008
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this van used with 35K, run as a second car till October '07. replaced tranny in march '07 with 61k. under warranty (rebuilt transmission). Tranny goes down again last week with 102K. Dodge won't warranty this rebuilt tranny more than 36K because it was worked on in March, In may they warranty for 80K. I'm looking at $3400 for replacement tranny. The warranty dept. (in India) is telling me tough luck, NYC Chrysler dealer tells me the same( that's where it blew). My sister-in laws T&C is on its 2nd tranny too ( same vintage). Got rust on hood and rear quarter panels, Chrysler won't recover because their not rusted through! Come on Chrysler stand by your products!
LOVE IT!
hotwire71, 03/17/2010
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is my second Dodge Gr. Caravan. I bought my 2001 in June of 2003 with 67,000 miles. I now have over 210,000 miles on it. Other than a CV Boot gone bad in 2004, I have had little in the way of maintenance. I've had the A/C looked at, but no one can find the leak, so I have it charged every Spring and have had no problems getting through the summer. In the 7 years I've owned the vehicle, I've replaced the break pads twice, so about every 75,000 miles. The front blower resistor/transistor or whatever it is called, went bad a couple weeks ago. In fact that's how I came to find this site. The part $13.99 and it's definitely a DIY job, took me less than 10 minutes. I LOVE MY VAN!
the best van ever
dodge awd, 09/21/2002
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan ES AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
dodge built the first minivan, and have continued to improve them and i believe has perfected it throught the years, reading the other ones on here, these always a bad apple in a batch, and maybe you got one, but over all they are the best looking, most advanced, and just the best van hands down.
Worst Car Ever
No more Dodges, 02/27/2009
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
We bought this because Dodge was supposed to be the leader in mini- vans, but what a costly embarrassment this thing is. We replaced a transmission at 73,000 , the radio at 19,000 , one window motor and after that was fixed the other one went out. The worst part is that I could have bought a Ford with 0.0 percent and I made the mistake of buying this piece of Chrysler junk. If you buy a U.S. car stick with a Ford!
So..so minivan
mom of 2 boys, 12/12/2006
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan SE Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car was a year old when I purchased it. It is great on long drives because of the room. I have several dents in the rear bumper because of the difficulty to see behind. The car was good for the first couple of years, but now is experiencing major mechanical problems. I wish the seats would "stow and go" easier. The third row is a pain to remove.
2nd good one
surflad, 06/11/2011
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought a 1995 Caravan with 50k miles in 1997. Put another 120k miles on it in 6 years. Transmission went out at 75k miles but was covered by warranty. In '02 traded the '95 in on this 2001 Sport. Now has 220,000 miles on it. Replaced entire A/C system in 07, $1k. Replaced transmission at 210,000, used one for $750. Other than that both front window motors, one alternator. Now on second tune up, second set of brakes, fourth set of tires, Goodyears. Doesn't use any oil, rides great! Hauls surfboards, kayaks, musical equipment and still gets 25mpg on highway. We love it!
Nice to drive for a van
kennedyma, 03/23/2010
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan EX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought for 6K from a private party, who kept all their records. We have put 40K miles on it since and have had basically no problems. Goodyear Triple Treds were on it, and at 95K we put another set on. These are really good tires for this van. Everything still works fingers crossed
Appreciate my van!
Shannon, 04/08/2010
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan ES AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I simply love this van! I bought the van to replace an older Dodge Caravan that had over 300k miles and was on it's last tire! The only thing I have replaced is a brake line that rusted out. I live near the ocean so I run through a lot of salt water which was probably a contributing factor. I decided to buy new headlights ($80) because they did fog and visibility was a concern. The automatic door on the pass. side works when it wants to, but I don't mind walking around to open it! I don't have very high expectations for a vehicle that is 9 years old, but this van exceeds all that I do have. I never worry about sitting on the side of the road. Excellent family van.
01 DGC EX
Masterpaul1, 04/05/2006
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan EX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought our van used in Sep. 03 with only 37K. It has been very reliable for us with only two non maintainence minor issues. Right after purchase, both front power window regulators and motors had to be replaced. We've had some suspension work done at around 55K. Both covered under warrenty. So far, we have had to replace a gas cap, battery, and soon both rear cargo door gas lifters from being to weak to lift the cargo door in cold weather by automatic. (Will open manually with no problem). Right now we get about 16 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the highway. This was a good choice for us and am very pleased with our purchase.
Reliable
Oversig, 03/10/2019
updated 03/11/2021
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan EX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Best vehicle I’ve ever owned! Replaced Transmission around 140000mls Radiator around 170000mls & water pump. Besides Tires, Brakes & Oil every 5000mls it’s still running with ice cold air conditioning. Bought another 2016 Grand Caravan & love it. Update)
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Unreliable long-term
The White's, 03/23/2008
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan EX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Looking to buy a minivan (Not Dodge!!!!) Kept current Caravan in excellent condition & purchased ext. warranty. Transmission blew @ 76,000 miles (- $2600); A/C compressor & evaporator went at 102,000 miles (-$2700) of course after attaining full "paid off" ownership. Seemed like a "timed" bomb. Total cost of 7-yr old van after initial investment = $27,000. Not reliable for long-term ownership. Dodge servicing in South FL. (used several) was not satisfactory as well.
Good car for the money
razalas, 02/02/2005
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan ES AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Overall this has been a nice ride. We bought it to drive from Newport Beach, CA to Key West, FL and back again. We also stopped quite a bit in between it was our honeymoon. Our honeymoon wouldn't have survived if we had any other vehicle for this trip. Big enough to take naps and sleep comfortable on a queen size air mattress in the back, and all the other things associated with traveling great distances.
I miss my van
preacher_man_d, 06/14/2013
updated 06/15/2016
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
If I hadn't been hit two different times in one week and the insurance totaled it out, I would still be driving this van. I bought the van used in 2002. Yes, it had all the problems associated with Dodge vans  I replaced the transmission, the carpet under the passenger side stayed wet in the summer, etc. Many of the problems I was able to repair myself just by watching Youtube. Anyway, before I started driving with a Âtarget on my van, which caused me to be hit twice by two different people in one week (not my fault), I had just turned 234,000 miles! I will miss it. PS: When trying to get rid of the van most salvage yards would not take Caravans.
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Not so Happy
Robideau, 01/15/2004
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan EX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Major problem: At 42,000 miles, steering rack went out. Very dangerous to drive because steering would stick in a turn. Cost $700 to fix, just barely out of warranty (36,000) and less than 2 years old. Also, fuel injector went out at this time also, $300 to fix. Had to replace battery at 2 1/2 years. Minor: Interior moldings frequently come apart. Don't think there should be this many problems!
A decent people mover and ultility vehicle
b3200, 01/03/2006
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan EX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Drives great, poor gas mileage (16-19mpg. The engine is great. At 60,000, failure of side door electric motor, and air conditioner compressor. I am happy for the extended warranty from 1source warranty. Future consideration would be not to buy this vehicle considering a Honda Odyssey. What I wish on this vehicle is an intermittent horn which would actually work. Otherwise, I am happy with the workmanship on this vehicle.
Minivan Lover
DadOf5, 06/14/2006
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan ES Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought van used with 40k on it and an orig. sticker of $32,900 Gave $15,000 for it used. Go Dodge ! For some reason I still love this van. I guess because you can haul the world in it. Problems include A/C clutch bearing went bad, can't get a new bearing so we need whole new compressor. 900 bucks. Power rear lift and driver side sliding door have minds of their own. Infinity stereo e.q. has short do not move it or else! After a run up in the N. Georgia Mts the tranny isnt the same. It groans and whines like it's on its last leg. That was 15k ago and it's still coming back for more. When the engine is cranked after sitting overnight this van sounds like a Deere not Dodge. Van now has 91K.
GOOD SO FAR W/MINOR PROBLEMS
hankinsd, 02/23/2004
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan ES Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a pretty good van overall but I had a water leak around the passenger windshield which the dealer finally fixed after 3 attempts. The dealer did not replace the carpet, which I requested. NOT VERY HAPPY WITH DODGE ABOUT THAT ISSUE!!!!! I also had a dash lighting issue. The fix was just resetting the computer. All in all it is a nice VAN but DODGE needs to do better with CUSTOMER SUPPORT. One other thing I have a 99 Dodge Dakota which also had a water leak at almost the same place. NOT GOOD!!!
Unreliability overshadows looks
CR, 07/26/2006
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan ES Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this minivan new because it was the best looking of all the minivans at the time. It had an unusually (for a minivan) sporty look plus it has a great ride, handled well, was very comfortable on long trips, a luxurious interior and quietness, and offers great peformance with plenty of torque from the 3.8 V6. However, it turned out to be more than a lemon, a real headache. It has had over $5,750 in repairs since 1 week of ownership until now. To list just a few problems: New rear hatch motor, sliding door motor,window motor,new transmission,3 AC,condensor, 2sets rotors, ignition barrel, pwr doorlock, pwr steering ,etc..all before 50,000 miles.
Lots of problems
babsinga, 08/04/2006
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We got this used with 24,000 on it. At 80,000 the transmission went out at 5:45 one morning on the way to work. At 90,000 the AC went out. Also replaced the window motor, 3 sets of rotors, and now it is making suspension noises and power steering pump noises. It is one thing after another. I've spent $4000 on major repairs in the past 3 years, far less than the dealer would have charged though, because I know a good mechanic. Keep in mind, this is only a 5 year old vehicle that was $28000 to start with. It is not a reliable vehicle, but it drives well and has plenty of room, which is why we got it. Just find a good mechanic and save up some money for repairs. You will need both.
Transmission at 21000
Pags, 05/26/2004
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We needed a trasmission overhaul at 21000 miles. Unfortunately the 36 month timeclock had expired and we were stuck with the entire bill. Use caution when considering this vehicle.
The van likes the shop more than me
PT, 01/09/2009
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I really like this vehicle but it spends too much time in the shop. Too many issues (window motor, door motor, AC, radio, trans) to mention here but the high end extended warranty 7 yr/100K mile was worth it. We received $8-10K worth of work via the warranty. It has a sports handling package & rides well but with some noise. We take this to FL from DC every year. Interior is nice, somewhat plasticky but solid. Exterior is very sporty & one of the nicer looking vans on the road. I enjoyed the van but even with the warranty, it sucked the life out of me going back & forth to the dealer. We replaced it with a Sienna. This was our 3rd Chrysler, don't buy one without a warranty.
Great Van
G. roy, 06/25/2002
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Rides awesome! did not think that you could beat the rided of my Ford Windstar --- I was wrong.
Nice Driver - Good Utility
kaamom, 09/06/2004
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan ES Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We purchased all available options. In hindsight, I'd have skipped the additional cost of the auto stick. The gears shift automatically even when using the auto stick which negates the usefulness of the feature. The tow capacity is more than enough to tow mulch trailers and all U-Haul trailers with ease. The automatic door openers are useful with a young family, but we've already had to repair the door motors not under warranty (expensive). Overall - good personal space - smooth ride - good utility
Dodge Grand Caravan SE
Joel, 02/07/2006
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan SE Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Overall the minivan has been very reliable and practicle. Bought with 35k miles from dealer, zero problems. ride quality is good and interior comfort is adequite. Fuel economy is almost too good and the van handles very well. Overall for the price you probably wont find better. I would definintly recommend. (the 3.8 would add more power.)
nice car for kids
bubba, 04/29/2002
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
figure it out...you have kids? you NEED a minivan. This is a nice one.
Well...
qtkime, 08/08/2006
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I loved my van when I bought it. i rode well and was fun, not horrible gas mileage, either. Then in 2003 it was struck by lightning and completely killed the computer. Never have gotten all the bugs out. After that, nothing has been the same. The air conditioner died. There's this horrible noise in the front end and nobody can tell me what's wrong. It's falling apart everywhere. It coud be that my kids are just wild children and need to be in the zoo, but that has nothing to do with how bad it's running. Even the gas mileage has gone to the toilet, 19 mpg on the highway. Nobody can tell me what's wrong there either.
4th one, LAST one!
gchrismer, 11/27/2004
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my first in '86, second in '90, 3rd in '96, this one in 2001. Traded last one in w/112K on it, transmission starting to slip. This one is a Sport FWD model. Has 60000K on it, 98% are highway miles. Front end is "shot".....needs new struts and ball joints. You should hear and feel the thing ride. It's horrible and obvious to anyone. Dealer refuses to even acknowledge this.My own mechanic (who is known in town as GOOD and trustworthy!) gave me the bad news. That's it.....I am going out to buy Japanese...Toyota Sienna or Honda Odyssey. They lost a loyal customer - who isn't stupid.
Nothing but a headache
TAYLERSDAD, 06/29/2004
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We Wont make this mistake again!The AC compresser went out 100 miles after warrenty, but it was extened. WE still trying to get our money back. but dodge wont pay.many problems with extended warrenty they did not transfer it from orginal owner, yet somehow this is our fault.horriable customer service the automatic window motors went on both doors the ignition had to replace the auto door in back doesnt work and numerous electrical problems (been in at least 4 times for repair)that have never been repaired. Cheep parts.NOT worth the money or your time
America's Ultimate Family Vehicle
Glenn and Cindy, 04/24/2002
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I must admit it was hard to move into the group of mini-van owners, but since doing so my wife and I are pleased. After researching our options, we settled on purchasing a Dodge Grand Caravan. Sure, we could have spent thousands more for the Odyssey or Sienna, but Dodge met our needs...and, we have money left over! So far, we have been extremely satisfied with the vehicle's performance, comfort, reliability and design. The fuel economy isn't great, just average (18 mpg for city driving). The Dodoge Grand Caravan, so far, is our recommendation for mini-van buyers. Our only request, add the hide-a-way third row seats.
Annoying problems
golferjohn, 10/27/2004
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Was generally satisfied with car except for repairs outside of warranty which included driver side window motor, heater coil to rear heater rupture
01 Grand Caravan Sport- no fun to drive
Ken V, 08/27/2002
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After leasing a 98 Grand Caravan and loving it, I made the huge mistake of leasing this 01 without a test drive. This is an AWFUL vehicle- wallows on roads, no pickup, especially with the air on- and oh, by the way, the car's been back at the dealer three times for AC problems and still isn't fixed. The beast gets hot inside with no air! Average mileage less the 15 mpg. If you have an older Grand Caravan, keep it!
Unimpressive
CDubya, 06/06/2005
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Haven't even had this van long and many problems have happened. Electrical has been a problem from the start. Power flickers off and on when it gets wet out, including the wipers stopping while driving down the highway in the rain. The dealer has worked on it twice, but it happened agian last night. A/C compressor also went out yesterday and guess what? The engine won't run if you don't get it fixed which costs $1000.
A problematic vehicle
Canada Dry, 06/17/2005
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Having purchaed a 1993 Dodge Caravan that gave us 8 years of trouble free service we did not hesitate to get a new one in 2001. However, while very comfortable it has proved to be a mechanically poor buy. We have purchased a new alternator, many rotors, the A/C is gone, and it now needs a new transmission, water pump, and a number of other more minor repairs. I would not recommend this vehicle I am sorry to say.
Good & Dependable
Tony Wilkerson, 02/17/2008
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a very dependable van. We rented one on vacation about 5 years ago and my mother-in-law really really like it. So we bought her one but unfoturnately she doesn't drive it ever unless it's an absolute have to. These Dodge's don't seem to be made for short people to drive. Her and my wife are about 5'1 and 5'2 and neither one of them enjoy the driving experience. However on the plus side it is very dependable. Gas mileage is definetly lacking, we previously owned a Chevy Venture van and it out did this one by a landslide. We are a little afraid to get rid of it because it is so dependable but my mother-in- law has since bought a chrysler sebring and we will probably be getting a Suburban soon.
Not Complaining
Paul Bondy, 07/12/2008
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
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I previously owned a 98 Plymouth Voyager Expresso, just like a grand only shorty, had 140,000 km when I bought it used it as a service van with ladder racks loaded with equipment and ran all over N.A. till I quit contracting, ( around 210,00km) just changed the oil, great. converted back to a family vehicle 2 years ago and ran it up to 268,00 km 2 weeks ago, only put tires on it, brake job and one rear window motor used $40. It's been great 2 weeks ago finally blew a water pump $89 new, 2 hrs labor, big deal! 1 serp belt $40 total cost bought used at 5000 tires 400 brakes 400 water pump 89 serp belt 40 window motor 40 Grand total $5969.00 Canadian Great Van! Just Bought 2001 Grand Love it!
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan - Grand Indeed!
babirusa, 01/15/2008
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Got my 2001 Grand Caravan used with 50,000 miles on it, now have 165,000. It has been one of the best cars I have ever owned. Driving comfort, road performance, utility, reliability; all top notch. I replaced the stock air filter with a K&N filter at 90,000 miles, and noticed an immediate increase in fuel economy of almost 10%, as well as noticeably more power under acceleration (3.3 liter V6). Only maintenance and normal wear type expenses with this car; brakes, one set of rotors, one rear windshield washer motor, one set of anti-sway bars. It has all-original exhaust system and shocks, and has never stranded me.
Nice family car
mresener, 12/27/2002
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan EX Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a nice family car. Roomier than other mini-vans.
Good soccer mom/family ride
mdryan, 03/05/2002
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Solid ride, fairly quiet inside, peppy motor.
Very surprised new minivan owner
tweetybird, 01/07/2003
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great ride & fun to drive. I thought that I would never own a minivan. But, having two kids I knew that I needed a minivan. After shopping for a while we bought it and I wish I would have gotten one a long time ago! Affordable.
Family Passenger for All around Purpose
Bob Eskridge, 12/16/2006
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport AWD 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Driving our Sport Caravan is perfect for short and long trips. Comfort is exceptional with 12 year old twins. Maintenance has been minimal and gas mileage averages around 16 in town and 20 on highway.
grand caravan
eralf, 02/20/2003
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan ES Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
my wife and I are on our third grand caravan. we are extremely happy with our experience. we travel a lot and have had great enjoyment from these vehicles.
Good Looking Van
Julie, 02/20/2007
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
If you need a van, I like ours. We've had this for about 3 years. No problems except power window went out on passenger side. Average mpg 20 plus. Power is good, enough get up and go. I think it's the sportiest van around.
Fantastic Family Vehicle
J Max, 09/21/2008
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
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Bought used at 41,000. Do about 20,000 a year. Currently at 121,000. Wow is all I can say. Except for a rusted through coolant pipe (damaged when hit by rock kicked up underneath) $0.00 in repairs. Maintenance so far; 1 tune-up at 100,000 brakes and tires at 25,000 and 60,000 intervals. I'm not easy on this. It's my daily driver, 50 mile RT commute in bumper to bumper traffic, all types of weather with Snow & Ice. Never a problem. Great control, Comfortable seats, Fantastic stereo, As good as any import. Tranny shifts Perfect, engine still like new, no loss of oil or coolant. Runs quiet Starts quick every time. Lots of room for dad, mom, 4 teenagers and our stuff. Interior still like new
Third Caravan, Best Yet
Moog, 06/07/2002
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
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Except for the chintzy middle-quad-seat cupholders, this is the most solidly-built minivan I've ever driven. The Sport package w/rear discs and the 16-inch tires makes for great handling, and the ride is luxury-car all the way to 85 MPH. Power liftgate comes in handy more often than I had thought it would. Dynamite truck.
NICE
hmdavid, 07/03/2003
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport Fwd 4dr Minivan (3.3L 6cyl 4A)
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I wanted an SUV but the wife wanted a minivan. My only thought on that was if I had to drive a minivan it had to be the sportiest one on the road, Caravan! We have enjoyed the room and styling of our Grand Caravan and plan to drive ultil the wheels fall off. We have only had a couple complaints about the van. One is the comfort of the front seats on long trips. A lumbar support would be nice. And second, the ignition wires that Dodge uses, stink.