1993 Plymouth Sundance problems
The Dodge Shadow and Plymouth Sundance are compact 3-door and 5-door hatchbacks that were introduced for the 1987 model year by the Chrysler Corporation. For 1991, a 2-door convertible variant was added to the Shadow lineup; this bodystyle was not offered by Plymouth. The Sundance/Shadow replaced the Omni/Horizon models of their respective marque.
The first vehicle rolled out of Sterling Heights Assembly on August 25, 1986. In late 1988, production of the Mexican market version called the Chrysler Shadow began at Toluca Car Assembly. The Shadow/Sundance was also sold in Europe from 1988 to 1991 as the Chrysler ES. Production ended on March 9, 1994, with the Shadow/Sundance being replaced by the Dodge / Plymouth Neon.
Design
The Shadow/Sundance employed a variant of the K-car platform, the P-body, which was based on a combination of the Dodge Daytona's suspension (alongside some of its interior styling cues) with a shortened version of the Dodge Lancer's body. It had originally been intended as a direct replacement for the earlier Dodge Omni/Plymouth Horizon, but with the economy segment becoming more crowded after the recent introductions of Hyundai (and Yugo) to the US market, Chrysler chose to make the car a bit more substantial. The P platform, being a cut down version of the regular K platform, was also a bit heavier than the competition. The lineup also had more equipment across the board than expected for the class, at least until the 1991 introduction of the stripped-down America model.
While they appeared to have a trunk, it was actually a hatchback. Chrysler considered this a special feature and advertising literature referred to it as "hidden hatchback versatility"; the relatively large storage capacity of these vehicles was a major selling point for the company. The Peugeot 309 which had been developed to replace the European Chrysler Horizon used a similar layout. While mechanically identical, the Sundance and Shadow were differentiated by their front grill, which featured brand consistent designs, Dodge using a crosshair design and Plymouth an "egg crate" design. They also had different tail lamps. In its final year, the Shadow featured the new Dodge ram's head emblem on the hood, replacing the corporate pentastar.
In the original lineup, the three-door only Shadow ES was the sportiest model, only available with the turbocharged engine and with wider rims and tires than other models.
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Common 1993 Plymouth Sundance problems
The Plymouth Sundance, introduced in 1987, was a popular car known for its affordability and durability. However, like any vehicle, it had its fair share of common problems that owners frequently reported.
- Poor Idle: One of the most common issues with the Plymouth Sundance's 2.2 and 2.5-liter engines was poor idle. This could be due to using low-quality gasoline or a dirty fuel system. The recommended solution is to use better gasoline with a detergent additive and replace the spark plugs, rotor, and possibly the spark plug wires.
- Convertible Mounts: The convertible models of the Plymouth Sundance had a unique problem with the passenger-side mount. This mount, which is fluid-filled, is only available through Mopar and costs $165. The reason for its difference in the convertibles is still unclear.
- Recall: A recall was issued in 1991-1994 for two-door P-cars, including the Sundance, due to a potential issue with the recliner mechanism. One of the bolts may break, causing the seat back to recline without warning.
- Handling: Poor handling was a common complaint among Sundance owners, often due to the use of low-quality tires. Replacing the original Invicta tires with high-performance all-weather tires, such as Yokohama Avid MD-H4s, significantly improved handling.
- Rattle from the Back of the Car: Loose screws holding the plastic trim onto the top of the hatch could cause a rattling noise. It is essential not to overtighten these screws, as it may bend the sheet metal. Instead, tighten them just enough to secure the trim.
- Loud Buzzing Noise from the Rear: A loud buzzing noise from the rear, particularly noticeable when the rear seat is down, is typically the fuel pump. This noise is normal and should not be a cause for concern.
- Hissing from the Steering: Post-1992 models of the Plymouth Sundance may experience hissing from the steering. This is due to a redesign of the steering rack and is not a cause for concern.
- Water Leak Inside the Car: Water leaks inside the car are most likely due to a blocked AC condensation tube or a blocked cowl drain. Checking and clearing these drains should resolve the issue.
- Oil Seepage from the Valve Cover: Oil seepage from the valve cover onto the spark plugs is a common issue with the Plymouth Sundance. The best solution is to have a good mechanic repair it, as Chrysler's recommended fix may not be effective.
- Oil Puddle on the Manual Transmission Casing: A TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) exists for transmission fluid (oil) leaking from the transaxle vent. Chrysler may fix this issue even if the vehicle is out of warranty. It is recommended to contact the dealer for assistance.
- Rattle from the Interior: A rattle from the interior, particularly from the center console, can be resolved by removing the console and applying window insulating foam tape on all metal-to-plastic surfaces. Be sure not to interfere with the cables.
- Speedometer Stopped Working: Pre-1993 models of the Plymouth Sundance may experience a stopped speedometer due to lost contact between the speed sensor and the wire that runs to the computer. Consulting the dealer or the FAQ, part 4, can provide a solution.
- Flapping Noise: A flapping noise at speeds of 30-35 mph and higher can be caused by a loose flap or flange that covers the top of the headlight. Securing this flap should resolve the issue.
- Creaking Noise: A creaking noise from the right or left side can be caused by worn or loose sway bar bushings. Replacing these bushings should resolve the issue.
What years did they make the Plymouth Sundance?
| Dodge Shadow | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler Corporation |
| Also called | Chrysler ES Chrysler Shadow Plymouth Sundance |
| Production | August 1986 – March 1994 |
| Model years | 1987–1994 |
How much horsepower does a Plymouth Sundance Turbo have?
Powertrain specs
| Engine type | 2.2 L Turbo I turbo I4 |
|---|---|
| Power | 148 ps (146 bhp / 109 kw) @ 5200 rpm |
| Torque | 230 Nm (170 lb-ft) @ 3600 rpm |
| Power / liter | 67 ps (66 hp) |
| Power / weight | 121 ps (120 bhp) / t |
Who makes the Sundance car?
Sold for the 1987 through 1994 model years, the Sundance was Plymouth's compact sedan and coupe, which would collectively replace the Horizon, Turismo, and Reliant, as these vehicles were phased out between 1987-1990.
When did they stop making Plymouth?
June 29, 2001
Plymouth (automobile)
| Product type | Automobile, vans, trucks |
|---|---|
| Produced by | Chrysler Corporation DaimlerChrysler |
| Introduced | July 7, 1928 by Walter Chrysler (94 years ago) |
| Discontinued | June 29, 2001 |
| Related brands | Dodge |
1993 Plymouth Sundance car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Plymouth Sundance problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Seats problems
- Suspension problems
- Electrical system problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1993 Plymouth Sundance vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1993 Plymouth Sundance
The NHTSA has received 66 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1993 Plymouth Sundance. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1993 Plymouth Sundance vehicles.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-05-06
- VIN: 1P3XP24D9PN
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: REAR AXLE ON A 1993 PLYMOUTH SUNDANCE HAS A ANTI-SWAY BAR WELDED INSIDE THE AXLE. THE SWAY BAR OR THE WELDS BROKE CAUSING A VERY LOUD NOISE. THE REAR AXLE SOUNDS LIKE IT IS GOING TO FALL OFF. SEVERAL MECHANICS STATE THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AND SHOULD BE HANDLED BY THE MANUFACTURER. COST TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE REAR AXLE IS WILL OVER 1000.00. *NLM
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-02-11
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2P4GH45R6P1
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT, THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED, HOWEVER THEY DID NOT INFLATE, WHICH CAUSED INJURIES TO CONSUMER. *JB THE AIR BAG WAS PARTIALLY OUT WITHOUT INFLATING AND CAUSED STEERING WHEEL INJURIES. ALSO THE SEAT BELT DID NOT HOLD. SCC
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-07-21
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1P3XP28D2PN
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE MAKING A TURN AT 25 MPH VEHICLE STARTED TO ACCELERATE, GOING THROUGH 2 STOP SIGNS. CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKES AND EMERGENCY BRAKE, VEHICLE KEPT GOING IN CIRCLES. VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP WHEN IT HIT A LOW CONCRETE BARRIER IN PARKING LOT. VEHICLE AT DEALER AT THIS TIME.*AK
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-06-22
- VIN: 1P3XP28D1PN
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: IN 6/99 I PAID $950.00 TO REPLACE THE REAR TRAILING ARM AT THE MENTIONED DEALER. I WAS TOLD THAT THIS PART WAS NEW AND AN ORIGINAL . I REPLACED THIS PART BECAUSE MY SAFETY WAS IN DANGER. JUST LAST WEEK, I TOOK THE CAR IN BECAUSE OF A SQEEKING NOISE AND THE SAME DEALER WHO REPLACED THE PART, TOLD ME IT WAS BROKE AGAIN. I ASKED HIM HOW COULD THAT BE WHEN THE PART THAT CAME WITH THE CAR LASTED 143,000 MILES AND 6 YEARS AND THIS ONE ONLY LASTED 2 YEARS AND 40,000 MILES? HE TOLD ME HE DID NOT KNOW NOR COULD HE PROVIDE ME PROOF THAT THEY INSTALLED THE PART CORRECTLY AND OR USED A NEW ONE. HE SPECIFICALLY TOLD ME I NEEDED TO REPLACE IT BECAUSE MY SAFETY WAS IN JEOPARDY BECAUSE THE REAR END WOULD SOON SWAY OUT OF CONTROL. I FELT THIS WAS UNFAIR AND HE SAID THAT THERE WAS NOTHING ANYONE THERE COULD DO BECAUSE IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY . I CALLED THE CHRYSLER CUSTOMER CARE CENTER AND TALKED TO DEREK, WHO TOLD ME IT WOULD BE A WASTE OF MY TIME TO FILE A COMPLAINT WITH HIS OFFICE ABOUT A PART OUT OF WARRANTY THAT " IT WOULD BE A WASTE OF MY TIME BECAUSE CHRYSLER WAS CUT AND DRY ON THEIR RESPONSES" WHEN I ASKED TO SPEAK TO HIS DIRECT REPORT, HE TOLD ME " HE WAS IT AND THAT HIS DIRECT REPORTS DO NOT SPEAK TO THE CUSTOMERS. WHAT ASSURANCE DO I HAVE NOW FROM CHRYLSER AS A CONSUMER ? BY THEIR ACTIONS, CHRYSLER HAS DEMONSTRATED TO ME THAT NOT ONLY DO THEY NOT CARE ABOUT MY SAFETY, THEY ARE NOT TOO CONCERNED ABOUT THE QUALITY OF WORK THEY ARE DOING OR NOT DOING AT MY EXPENSE. I AM A LOYAL CUSTOMER AND PAY GOOD MONEY TO HAVE THE DEALER FIX THESE PROBLEMS .
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-01-15
- VIN: 1P3XP28D2PN
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE TRAVELING TO WORK AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH CAR SUDDENLY DIED. ONCE CAR WAS TOWED TO REPAIR SHOP IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A BROKEN CAMSHAFT. THE CAMSHAFT SNAPPED IN TWO PIECES , THE PULLEY WITH ONE CAM LOBE AND THE REST OF CAMSHAFT COMPOSED THE TWO PARTS... BEEN DRIVING OVER THIRTY YEARS---NEVER HAD A CAMSHAFT JUST BREAK IN TWO PIECES.*AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-02-21
- VIN: 1P3XP6837PN
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: PREMATURE TRANSMISSION FAILURE - 35,700 MI. - DAMLIER CHRYSLER WILL NOT PARTICIPATE AT ALL IN REPAIR - $1600/$1850 REPAIR COSTS - THIS TRANSMISSION HAS KNOWN HIGH FAILURE RATE DUE TO DESIGN FLAWS. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-09-01
- VIN: 1P3XP6430PN
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: RECENTLY MY M/V STARTED LEAKING FUEL FROM A FUEL LINE. I THOUGH THAT THE LEAK WAS DUE TO AGE AND TOOK THE CAR TO A MECHANIC FOR REPAIR. AFTER HE LOOKED AT THE FUEL LINE HE INFORMED ME THAT THE FUEL LINE WAS CUT BY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LINE RUBBING AGAINST IT. I FEEL THAT IF THIS IS A DEFECT IT'S A FIRE DANGER TO OCCUPANTS OF THE M/V AND PUBLIC AT LARGE
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-12
- VIN: 1P3XP24DOPN
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLEY MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING DOORS TO OPEN WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN, CAUSED BY CORRODED SPRING WITHIN THE DOOR LATCH MECHANISM. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-27
- Fire: 1
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHEN CONSUMER PUT KEY INTO IGNITION THE KEY DIDN'T TURN AT ALL. THEN, IGNITION SWITCH CAUGHT ON FIRE. THERE WAS SMOKE AROUND THE IGNITION SWITCH.*AK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-09-01
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: RECALL REPAIR NOT COMPLETED DUE TO DEALER/PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. *MJS (99V-212)
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-10-12
- VIN: 1P3XP64KXPN
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: HAD RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE #99V212000. CONTACTED DEALER. INFORMED CONSUMER SEAT HAD TO BE ORDERED. TOOK VEHICLE ON DATE GIVEN. SEAT HAD NOT ARRIVED. SEAT IN VEHICLE WAS BROKEN & WENT BACKWARDS. WAS NOT GIVEN ANY INDICATION WHEN SEAT WOULD BE AVAILABLE. WOULD NEED TO TEAR EXISTING SEAT APART TO REPAIR & NOT REPLACE IT. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-07-15
- VIN: 1P3XP28P3D3
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: VEHICLE EXPERIENCING PROBLEM WITH AIR BAG SENSOR LIGHT REMAINING ON. DEALER NOTIFIED AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THEY WOULD DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM AT CONSUMER'S COST. SEEKING HELP FROM NHTSA IN THIS SAFETY MATTER. *AK
AIR BAGS,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-07-01
- VIN: 1P3XP24D4PN
- Components: AIR BAGS,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: WHILE USING AIR CONDITIONER THE FAN STOPPED AND SMOKED ENTERED THE PASSENGER'S COMPARTMENT THROUGH THE DASH OR THE STEERING COLUMN. AFTERWARDS THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND WILL NOT GO OFF. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN. *AK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-09-02
- VIN: 1P3XP6433PN
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING ON THE STREET AT APPROX. 40 MPH, BACK REST FELL BACKWARD, AND ALMOST CAUSED VEHICLE TO GO OUT OF CONTROL. SEEKING HELP IN THE MATTER FROM NHTSA. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1993-08-01
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FUEL INJECTORS FAIL CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL, REPAIRS ON SIX OCCASIONS DUE TO FAILURE. MJS
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-07-31
- VIN: 1P3XP64K4PN
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: WHEN TURNING CORNERS THERE IS SOMETHING HITTING AGAINST THE STEERING WHEEL.DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THEY COULD FIX THE PROBLEM AT OWNERS EXPENSE. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-03-16
- VIN: 1P3XP24D9PN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN OUT OF A PARKING LOT, THE AIR BAG ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE DEPLOYED FOR NO APPARENT REASON. CHYRSLER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1P3XP68K6PN
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: STARTING IN 1996, I NOTICED SMALL PAINT CHIPS/PEELINGS ON THE TOP, HOOD AND TRUNK OF MY VEHICLE. I THOUGHT THEY OCCURRED FROM ROCK CHIPS OR SOMETHING. ONCE THE PEELING CONTINUED AND I FOUND OTHER PEELING ON THE SIDES AND TRUNK, I KNEW IT WAS DAMAGE FROM THE PAINT IT SELF AND NOT WEATHER OR ROCKS! IT HAS PEELED SO MUCH IT IS EMBARRASSING AND ABSOLUTLEY RIDICULOUS!! I CAN'T EVEN WASH MY CAR WITHOUT IT DAMAGING MORE. IT ALMOST LOOKS AS IF IT IS GOING TO CAUSE RUST TO MY VEHICLE ALSO. THIS NEEDS TO BE FIXED AND CURED. I EXPECT IT TO BE SO FROM PLYMOUTH, AND WILL NOT STOP UNTIL IT IS. NO SAFETY DEFECT MENTIONED, JUST PAINT. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-05-08
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 3P3XP6438PT
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DRVING ABOUT 50 MPH THE REAR PANEL THAT GOES FROM THE WINDOW TO THE BACK SEAT, ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE, CAUGHT ON FIRE CLOSE TO THE ROOF. IN AUGUST 1997 THERE WAS A FIRE ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALERSHIP, WHERE CAUSE OF FIRE WAS BEING INVESTIGATED. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-12-20
- VIN: 1P3XP24K1PN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG DEPLOYED WHILE DRIVING ON LIGHT COVER SNOW STREET, GOING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK
AIR BAGS,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-10-14
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1P3XP28DXPN
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEATS
- Summary: VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FOUR CAR ACCIDENT. WHEN FRONTAL IMPACT OCCURRED, THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED, AND HIT THE DRIVER. ALSO THE DRIVER'S SEAT BROKE, AND DRIVER ENDED UP LAYING IN THE REAR SEAT, VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED, DEALER IS NOT AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-02-19
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: VEHICLE REARENDED WHILE AT STOP. FRONT SEAT BOLT BROKE CAUSING SEAT TO FALL BACK.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-06-11
- VIN: PLEASE FILL
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING,THE FRONT SPLIT SEAT BACK (DRIVER SIDE) SNAP AND FELL BACK; CAUSING TEMPORARY LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE,ALMOST CAUSING A SEROUS ACCIDENT. DEALER NOTIFIED AND REFUSED TO REPAIR UNDER WARRANTY AND ACCEPT RESPONABILITY.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-02-01
- VIN: JP3CA31A6PU
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DRIVER'S SIDE SAFETY BELT FAILED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-05-06
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE CYLINDER FROZE.
1993 Plymouth Sundance recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1993 Plymouth Sundance.
- Manufacturer: DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE LOWER SEAT BACK ATTACHING BOLT ON THE DRIVER SEAT CAN FAIL AND SEPARATE.
- Consequence: IF THE BOLT FAILS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN, THE DRIVER COULD LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER SEAT BACK ATTACHING BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT WITH A HIGHER STRENGTH BOLT THAT INCLUDES A SELF LOCKING NYLON PATCH.
Negative 1993 Plymouth Sundance car reviews
Positive 1993 Plymouth Sundance car reviews
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Back in the spring of 1991, I was lucky enough to pick up a brand new black cherry Sundance as a company car. It was a fantastic little car with peppy performance, comfortable bucket seats, and a cool floor-mounted shifter with a center console. The car even had rear folding seats and a hatchback, which came in handy when I needed to move a full-sized couch. With gas mileage in the low 20s, it was a practical choice too. I absolutely loved that little Plymouth and had lots of fun in it, even doing some work on the go. The only issue I had was when I accidentally scraped the passenger side door against a tree - oops! If you're lucky enough to find one of these in decent condition, I highly recommend buying it.
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Hi there! I loved reading your story about your 93 Sundance! It sounds like it was the perfect car for you and your wife at the time. It's amazing that the 2.2 engine never let you down and that you were able to sell it 11 years later with 155,000 miles. Although the air conditioning lasted about 9-10 years, it's impressive that the car was still running strong. It's great to hear that you felt like you got your money's worth and that it was a good value for what you paid. Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
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I have been extremely satisfied with this car as it has never let me down and has taken me everywhere I needed to go, even through the treacherous Michigan ice and snow where I passed SUVs that had slid off the road. Although it has started to rust along the edges and I had to replace the head gasket and rebuild the engine once, I have had wonderful transportation for over 13 years with incredible mileage, all for the original price of $8,600 plus ~$2200 for the above mentioned repairs. This was my first car, bought with my 're-adjustment money' after returning from the Peace Corps, and I plan to keep driving it until the very end. I hope it lasts until 200,000 miles, by which time I hope there will be a selection of affordable USA made hybrids!
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I had to replace everything from the rear axle three times, the transaxle twice, the CV joints 4 times, and it was in the shop with constant mechanical and electrical problems. Despite taking care of the car and being on-time with maintenance, the engine blew and I had to sell it to a junkyard. It is worth noting that the car was cosmetically exceptional inside and out until it finally died.
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The Plymouth Sundance/Duster and Dodge Shadow are fantastic cars! They cost much less than other cars in their class, and they have an available 3.0L V6 that packs a punch. This engine is very reliable, and I have had no major problems with my Duster since I bought it. Additionally, I have not driven a car in this class that is more comfortable.
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Are you having problems with your 1993 Plymouth Sundance?
Camden Emard 2024-04-13
Although it was the first car I ever owned, I regret purchasing it. My parents got it used in 2004 with 115,000 miles, and unfortunately, it has been nothing but trouble since then. The air conditioner, back left speaker, driver's side window, and passenger side door are all in need of repair. Additionally, the paint is peeling off, and there is a rust hole clear through the front of the hood. Unfortunately, it is not a reliable car at all, and I have been stranded on the side of the road multiple times.
Kenneth Bosco 2024-03-03
I owned this car for 2 1/2 years and it had 104000 miles on it when I bought it. Although it had many problems, including bad exhaust, gas tank, no A/C, electrical, rack and pinion, computer chip, and brakes, I was impressed with how well it protected me in a car accident. I ran into a van that had run a stop sign, but the airbag went off and the car crumpled enough to cushion the impact, resulting in absolutely no interior damage. Overall, it's a good small car, but be prepared for potential problems.
Richie Davis 2024-01-11
When purchasing a used car, it is important to have a mechanic inspect it to ensure its quality. In my recent experience with a 1991 Sundance, the transmission failed due to lack of maintenance from the previous owner. While I do not believe that Chrysler/Plymouth produces transmissions that last as long as other brands, it is important to note that proper maintenance can greatly extend the life of any car. Based on my personal experience, I would advise avoiding high mileage, poorly maintained Sundances. As a result of my recent experience, I have decided to sell my Sundance after only 7 days of ownership.