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4.63 out of 5 stars

Miss my Intrepid

cbn4equine, 06/10/2012
2002 Dodge Intrepid R/T 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

After I wrecked my first car, my dad settled on an 02 Dodge Intrepid R/T. It was perfect for a teenage girl who often drives with multiple people. Lots of space in the car/trunk, and a very comfortable ride. My Dad claimed he had trouble seeing out of it, but at 19 I had no trouble. I had this car for 2 1/2 months, and in a freak accident it caught on fire in mid April due to a gas leak. The fire department could not make it to the scene in time to stop the car from being totaled. The engine was completely melted and the car was finished. We had only liability on this so insurance did not cover the loss. Despite the way I lost it, this car will probably always be my favorite. I recommend it.

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2.63 out of 5 stars

Stay away from this car

byrdnest, 07/03/2011
2002 Dodge Intrepid SE 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 12 people found this review helpful

We bought this car with 57K miles on it. Most of our driving is highway driving. At about 122K the engine went. I noticed the oil light was on and immediately took it to my mechanic. Due to a poor oil pan design, oil sludge had built up in the engine. Chrylser was aware of the problem. If you get this car make sure you keep oil change records. I was reimbursed by Chrysler for about 1/3 of the cost of the engine replacement. It was very expensive to fix. We paid almost as much for the engine as we did for the car. I am car shopping right now and will not buy another Dodge product.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended - but hard to find

Moparz3X, 06/07/2008
2002 Dodge Intrepid ES 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I purchased this car after my 2001 Chrysler Concorde was hit by an off-duty cop. The 3.5 L motor is the best. Great power, high MPG (25 MPG in Denver, 30 MPG on highway). Highly reliable and extremely comfortable. I wish Dodge/Chrysler hadn't quit making this car - it is much roomier than the Charger/300 replacement. I put 18K on the car each year and not problems whatsoever. If you find one that has been maintained (I'm a mechanic) you'll be pleased.

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3.13 out of 5 stars

Will Never buy a Dodge Again

jenghig, 12/29/2009
2002 Dodge Intrepid SE 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I bought this car used, and immediately started having problems with it over heating. Once I got that fixed, it ran great for a few more months, then it broke down again. This time with major engine problems. I've had the car 3 years and have only been able to use it for 2, considering all the time it's been in the shop. My brother had the Stratus and had nothing but problems as well. Would not recommend any Dodge vehicle.

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1.5 out of 5 stars

BEWARE OF INTREPIDS 2002

Joyce Tucker, 11/02/2009
2002 Dodge Intrepid SE 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Had this 02 Dodge Intrepid 3 months and the engine blew after needing a water pump at the time. Engines are bad news for Intrepids as stated on the internet and mechanics' opinions. Do not buy an Intrepid, there was no warranty whatsoever and this vehicle had the engine light on upon my leaving the parking lot with it. European Auto fixed it somewhat but then suddenly went "out of business" without giving me the $1300 check for promising to buy my Isuzu Trooper and issue me a check for it. Repairs were not completed by them on this vehicle and no check was ever given me for the Trooper even tho they sold the Trooper the first week.

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