Help! Should I have 2.4L buyer's remorse? Comments/info wanted!

tracecom · #1 03-13-2008, 10:52 PM

First post.

I have been looking at mini-vans for over a month, taking my time to do the research and think things over. But today, for whatever reason, I made a quick decision to buy a 2006 Caravan with the 2.4L engine. The van is very clean - inside, outside, underneath, and under the hood - but hasn't been detailed, just kept clean. It is a one-owner with a clean history, has 43K miles and drives and runs well. It seems to have sufficient power for my needs; it merges into traffic and cruises easily on thefreeway at 75+. I can hear the engine more than if it was a six, but it's not annoying.

However, I have been reading here and elsewhere lots of bad stuff about the 2.4L engine and transmission. I have a 90 day, 3K mile power train warranty, so there's no immediate issue, but what am I in for? And what can I do to minimize the trouble and maximize the life? I would like to drive this van at least another 150K miles.

Thanks in advance for your comments.

Added 3/16/08 - First mileage check shows 26 mpg.

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tracecom · #2 03-21-2008, 11:27 AM

45 views and 0 responses?

racin90 · #3 03-21-2008, 11:55 AM

The 2.4 like any 4 cyl has its issues. But in my opinion..its a pretty good engine. The transmission stuff is pretty much a given and has been an issue for years with Dodge. Just do the routine maintenance..keep an eye on fluids..ect. And it should be as good as you can get.