1996 Chrysler Sebring

Great, dependable car

By Slow_NY (NY) on Sunday, May 12, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 60,000

Pros: "Fun to drive with the top down. A "babemobile.""

Cons: "Can't think of any. I'm a happy owner."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I bought my 2000 Sebring Jxi Limited in 2004 with 8000 miles on it. I previously owned a 1998 Jx. The 2000 now has 60,000 miles on it. I have given it normal maintenance, replaced tires and battery once. It sits outside (no garage) 24 hours per day. Not recommended to do to a convertible, but I have no choice. Upstate winter weather is pretty rough, lots of salt, and I drive it to work every day, year around. No problem with the top, no leaks, no maintenance req'd. I get 20 mpg driving around town. Seldom do long-distance driving. I change the oil and lube it once per year. Had to replace the wheels when the plating came off. Rear leather seat is a bit too soft, and my dog's toenails have punched a couple of small holes in it. Wiring, computer display, sound system (including multi CD player), windows, locks, and power seat all work flawlessly. No complaints. A design change around 2004 ruined the trunk capacity when the top is down. Don't have that problem with the 2000 model. If you want a sporty car, with excellent durability, get a pre-2004 Limited model. I'm totally happy. Expect to keep it for several more years."

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Good looking convertible w/excellent maintenance.

By Bill (TX) on Tuesday, May 07, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 80,900

Pros: "Average mileage per year is 5.600 miles -no wrecks"

Cons: "It can be noisey driving on freeway with top down."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"Dark Grey Green with black top and Taupe interior. it has all options (Key Fob door unlocking does not work, driver's seat leather is marred) Other than that everything functions properly. The maintenance has been excelent - the Timing belt, waterpump, front brake rotors-Pads, battery, alternator and rear brake cylinders have been recintly replaced. The complete repair file is available for inspection which verifies the excellent maintenance. We have really enjoyed driving this car. It has been garaged since it was new and mostly driven on pretty days to enjoy the wind and sun. Never wrecked."

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Not my favorite car

By Rach (OH) on Wednesday, April 03, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 198,500

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 2

"It breaks down a lot & it's stupid that the battery is UNDER the front left tire. In order to change the battery, you HAVE to take that tire off the car FIRST."

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Not my favorite car

By Rach (OH) on Wednesday, April 03, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 198,500

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 2

"It breaks down a lot & it's stupid that the battery is UNDER the front left tire. In order to change the battery, you HAVE to take that tire off the car FIRST."

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Nice summer car !

By Guy (OH) on Sunday, February 24, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 154,000

Pros: "Well designed, mpg, fun."

Cons: "Listed"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 7

"Mine s convitible. Ok on gas. Had some rain leaking in, tach fail, some thing not quite feels right w transmission more recently...otherwise its pretty much a dependable car !"

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not worth buying

By georgiaredneck86 (CT) on Thursday, January 17, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 126,000

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 1

"My wife purchased our 1997 sebring convertible about a year ago. When we got it, it had 107k and a few minor dings. the car would not pass emissions due to bad piston rings. once repaired it did pass barely. It now has 126k on it and needs a new trans mission and the engine itself is failing once again. The v-6 model is great, but, the 4-cyl model that we have is not worth the tin it is made from. It does not control well around corners, it takes bumps like a kids wagon, everything in it rattles, I have already had to replace the roof due to a support beam breaking loose, and to top it off the car gets less gas mileage than my V-8."

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