Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Good Styling Otherwise Disappointing - 2003 Chrysler 300M
  By K. Bronstrup - March 4 - 12:51 pm

  We traded in a 96 Jeep Grand Cherokee on this vehicle. Gas mileage averages 21 MPH mostly open road driving (worse than our Jeep). Since we bought the car weve lost all the transmission fluid due to a 99 cent clamp coming loose. We were quoted over $175.00 to replace a simple plastic clamp that secures the transmission lines to the case. The power moon roof broke and it cost us $25 to get an estimate of $1,350 to repair it (we wont bother). Overall quality is quite poor compared to Toyota, Ford or Mercedes. Due to the ridiculous cost of repair and maintenance this will be our last Chrysler FOREVER. On a positive note we have always liked the styling of the 300M.

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  I should have known better... - 1999 Chrysler 300M
  By TW - January 12 - 5:57 pm

  Ive been hesitant at buying a Chrysler ever since the transmission problems of the 80s. This car caught my eye and made me forget about the way Chrysler didnt stand behind their product in the past. My two 7 inch long cracks in the dash around the airbag knocked me back to reality. Chrysler doesnt care and says that its "environmental". Since I cant trade the car like this and it will cost over $1000 to fix it, this car has now become my official beater. Unfortunately, the internal dash lights are now starting to flicker and the transmission is sporadically jerking, so I dont think my beater is going to last much longer.

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  mounding problems - 1999 Chrysler 300M
  By vegastyle - January 11 - 2:37 pm

  one month after purchasing the car - the gas pedal fell to the floor with no movement so i just sat there finally towed it was covered under warranty. computer malfunctions covered warranty. 63,000... 3000 passed the warranty transmission goes, two windows stop working then a short time later rack pinion needed replaced some other rod needed replacing... another short time later two rims needed replacing two fans went so car over heated...windshield cracked from having the heat on... battery connectors corroded.. alternator went... i used all 700 words allowed to complain about this car... every time i get into it i wonder what will be next... as soon as i can a new car is next.

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  For the Money - 2002 Chrysler 300M
  By Ashley - October 18 - 10:23 am

  For the money... This is a good car to buy used you can buy this exact car for 12900, w/60k miles 10/18/06. You get near luxury options wrapped up with a decent body/engine. I would be upset if I had paid 30k. 12k was better. Reliabilty has been ok, had tranny problems. way below avg sound system (nothing premium about it) horrible road noise. some problems with interior parts. decent performance/handling, great exhaust note!

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  300M Needs a motor @ 62K miles - 2002 Chrysler 300M
  By Disappointed Dave - June 1 - 10:57 pm

  Great car until srevice engine light came on. Oil 1 quart low, take into dealer to find car needs a camshaft positioner, get that fixed and dealer then shows me oil puddles below intake manifold and cylinder heads plugged with sludge. Car need new design cylinder heads, valves, etc $2500. Chrysler says "out of warranty, sorry for you" 1st and last Chrysler product.

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  I Will Never Buy One Again! - 1999 Chrysler 300M
  By Haley - May 10 - 5:36 pm

  This car has been nothing but trouble since we bought it. It has been in and out of the shop for breaking down on the freeway. The dealership quit charging us when we brought it in because they dont know what is wrong with it. To add to it, the electric windows stopped working. As soon as we can get rid of it we will. I will never buy another Chrysler.

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  Watch out! - 1999 Chrysler 300M
  By Fred - December 31 - 1:20 pm

  Looks great..fun to drive, but not reliable! Before the engine blew at 136,000 miles without warning on Thanksgiving Day, stranding my family far from home..mechanic was amazed because the car had been meticulously maintained mechanically: The car rolled backwards when parked and gear shift stopped shifting smoothly..fixed 9 months before the recall, Chrysler REFUSED to pay us back..they couldnt be sure the problem was actually fixed. I sent documentation. They didnt care! Replaced 3 defective rims, 2 power windows, tie rods and alternator before 90,000 miles. The Dash lights started flickering affecting radio and heater..computer was going out. Not buying a Chrysler again!

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  Bumpy - 2004 Chrysler 300M
  By nancy - July 16 - 1:33 am

  I love the look of this car. It is classy looking. Somewhat disappointed in the suspension. I had in garage twice to check struts. It is like driving a truck when on rough roads. I wonder if it is just my car or the make of the car. Other than that--i love the car just wish the ride was better.

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  Major Lemon - 2000 Chrysler 300M
  By antho59263 - December 9 - 7:39 pm

  This car is a maintenance headache. Had to replace all four power door lock motors ($150 ea.) Had to get the transmission fixed every three months within the last year. (over $1500) First a transmission computer chip had to be replaced. Then transmission hoses were leaking and needed to be replaced, etc. Right front speaker needed to be replaced ($75).

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  ok but needs work - 2000 Chrysler 300M
  By tramainersr - July 27 - 2:00 am

  This was the perfect veh when I first purchased the veh but after I drove it 10,000 miles and had to purchase a sensor in my transmission. Then at 75000 miles I noticed slow cranking and will have to purchase and evaporator for my ac. I later found out this is common but I wish I would have known when I purchase the veh.