Faults:

I recently have had to replace the timing belt, mind you that was something I had to do to stay within the warranty recommendations. It was not that expensive to fix.

Most recently I have had several repeat problems with the ABS light coming on the dash board, and as the car gets stored for the winter, I will not tackle this problem until now the spring time.

General Comments:

I enjoy the car very much as it handles with great accuracy.

It is very quick despite what other people have said.

I store the car for the winter periods as to keep it around for a very long time.

It is fully loaded with the exception of the moon-roof, as this is the only option is does not have.

The leather interior is so comfortable, and I really enjoy driving this car.

My friends love it as well, and this car will be sadly missed, now that it is in my garage for the winter time.

Faults:

1.head gasket leaking.

2.power windows shorting out.

3. rear window defrost takes too long.

4. takeoff is "nervous.

5. not comfortable after 1.5~2 hours of driving.

General Comments:

Let me first start off by saying if you buy this car or its counterpart (Chrysler Sebring) and you go over railroad rossings on a day to day basis, you will definitely feel it. I haven't spent any big amount of money for repairs so far, however I have and most likely will spend small amounts. I've spent 270 for gaskets, wires spark plugs and caps. fixed a problem from the engine "misfiring", don't remember the pocket damage, needed a wheel alignment.

And I know most people that already own an avenger will agree that the headlights on this car bug the h*ll out of them. its like it has a lot of mildew setting in, I've noticed this on every dodge avenger that I go by on the freeway. Its funny though I haven't seen it much on Sebrings, don't know why.

And now for the good news:

Gas mileage is good about 27/28 miles a gallon on the freeway.

Good takeoff speed.

About 25/28 dollars fill-up at 2.26/gallon.

A lot of legroom.

Reliable.

Not expensive for repairs.

Sporty at a cheap price.

Drives Fast, Looks Furious.

The perfect sports car.

Faults:

Repairs costly due to labor charges due to location of parts.

General Comments:

I must say I love my Avenger, from the sleek outward appearance and fast take off. But the front is low and I have a habit of scrapping front bottom.

The only complaint I have is the repair cost; everything located in the front engine compartment is difficult to repair and get to. In order to fix one part you must remove other parts. Which is costly and time consuming when paying a mechanic.

Recently was told I must replace the water pump and timing belt ($750). Last year had to replace something that cost over ($650) mostly due to the labor fee to remove the engine inorder to make repair.

Not sure who built this car; but they definitely need to rethink repair procedures.

Faults:

Oil leak.

General Comments:

This car is very comfortable and reliable.

It is a great looking car.

Deffinatly not fast and not a sports car by any means. I lost to a sunfire if that is any reference.

It would be a great car if it had any speed to go along with its great looks.

Faults:

Within the first month of owning my Avenger the transmission blew which ruined the clutch costing $1,500 to fix and that was just for parts.

A fog light burnt out also for some reason.

Head gasket leaks, but does not effect the performance.

General Comments:

Even though I have had to change the transmission and the clutch already on a vehicle with such low miles I love my car. It handles any curves I can dish out the this car. The engine has a nice whistle at about 5000 RPM (rotations per minuet) which makes the car sound like it has a turbo. Engine response is great and the car is extremely fast, 130 MPH and up, stock! The interior is very comfortable, I could sit and drive in this car all day long.