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1999 Chrysler/Dodge Intrepid engine problem? Is it true?
I am planning to buy a 1999 Chrysler Intrepid with V6 2.7L engine. I heard that the Chrysler 2.7L engine is faulty. If you own a Chrysler with a 2.7 engine (Intrepid, Concore, etc.), please share your experience. Thank you.
10 Answers
- 1 decade agoFavorite Answer
stay away from the 2.7 or make sure you get an extended warranty. I own a 99 intrepid
Source(s): water pump went out at 85k. it cost about $1400 to fix at the dealer - 1 decade ago
the only problem I know of with the 2.7L specifically is sludging in the oil passageways. This problem IS CAUSED by poor maintenance! try to get records of oil changes and types of oil used. if you buy it, change the oil EVERY 3000 miles or 3 months (which ever comes first) and used the oil recomended in the owners manual (grade and wieght). I would recommend Havoline for the first oil you put in it simply because it has the highest detergent content to clean out the oil passageways.
Source(s): 10 years "shade tree" mechanic tow truck driver for reputable shop - 1 decade ago
Depends on how well keep the vehical is. The 2.7L engine is prone to sludging due to lack of maintenance. Ask for maintenance records.
- 1 decade ago
I owned a '96 ES with the 3.5L V6. If you get an Intrepid or any other LH series car, get the 3.5. It has plenty of horsepower & torque.
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- Mike HuntLv 51 decade ago
I have never owned one however Chrysler used a lot of Mitsubishi motors which are total junk. I would be shocked if it went 100k.
- 1 decade ago
if you want a good 2.7L engine car get a Hyundai Tiburon. Dont even bother with chyrsler.
- 1 decade ago
don"t buy it i work at a chrysler dealer and i see the 2.7 motor being towed in all the time. NO WAY.
