The Truth About Dodge Grand Caravans

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[troemhildt]

I own this van, and I never intended to have a video made on it. I merely stopped by to meet Scotty in person. Totally Scotty's idea. That said, I want to say that Scotty is the real deal. We were there for about 2 hours talking with him about many topics, not just cars. He is extremely friendly and has a true interest in people. While we were there his wife drove up and she chatted with us as well. They are the nicest people you would ever want to meet. I am grateful that he takes the time to help us with free car advice and shares his personal space with absolute strangers. That says a lot. Our nation needs more people like this.

[fortitudevalance]

Don’t retire Scotty. My grandfather retired from the Royal Air Force in 1983 and carried on working on steam locomotives as a hobby until 2020. He is 101 now, keep active, keep going!

[masonfar]

I have a 13. With 560k highway miles original engine. 5k oil changes. Regular maintenance.
I had to replace the tyranny at 470k, had good maintenance too.

Great vehicle

[ExtremeRecluse]

I am on my 3rd Caravan. 2002, 2004 and 2006. 2004 was totalled in a T Bone. They are very simple and easy to work on. I drive like a grandma. I bought my 2006 with 120k for $2000. Been on many cross country trips. Replaced the front suspension and rear shocks. Change the oil every 3k. Have not touched the trans yet. Treat a vehicle good and it will treat you good.

[bartsimpsonppg]

I just said goodbye to my 2005 Dodge Grand caravan with 407, 000 mi, traveled all over the US and Europe. Original transmission and engine. Change the oil and tranny fluid and took good care of it. Miss it a lot.

[kclefthanded]

"Maintenance is key!" Its like not feeding your horse due to negligence

[a.lincoln]

Hi Scotty. I am on my fourth Dodge minivan. So sad that they have been discontinued. I only had one serious problem and that occurred while it was under warranty. My first one drove the family around for 17 years. The only problem I had at the end was that the siding doors started to break down. My dad always said “Take care of your car and it will take car of you!” He was spot on. 👍🙂

[Michael-zfko]

I own a 2019 Grand Caravan, and my parents own a 2015 Town and Country (basically the same van with a different badge). They are very good vehicles. I am sad that they discontinued the line, almost as heartbreaking as the time Ford stopped making the original Ranger line.

[chucko]

Just purchased our 4th Grand Caravan ('96, '05, '18 and finally a '20) Always maintained them & never abused them. Got 237, 000 miles out of the the '05 (bought it new) and it was still going strong when we sold it in 2022. I agree, change the oil regularly and keep up with the normal maintenance and they will serve you well, at least they have for us. Thanks for your great videos. Been a fan for a long time.

[timothythompson]

I bought a 2006 Chrysler Town and Country minivan in 2007 it had 12k miles. I changed the oil every 5k miles. A lot of urban driving in NYC and long drives on vacation. The engine finally failed 13 years later in 2020 at 140 k miles. I was impressed with the Chrysler, it took a lot of abuse. In 2020, I bought a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. So far it has been great!

[rickmoody]

A taxi company here in Maine was getting over 300, 000 miles on Dodge minivans with different people driving them all the time. The rust got them before the mileage did

[MG-sjem]

Scotty, I've had 4 dodge Caravans 2011, 2014, 15, 17. All have been problem free (prior Hertz rentals). I use them for work all San Francisco city and bay area driving. They are outstanding. I did have to put brakes on 2 of them. Yes I do change oil every 3k miles on ALL my cars. And trans fluid every 35-40k.

[treeandaturd]

I worked at the same company for forty years and we always had dodge and Chrysler minivans for our company car. Never had an issue with any of them. The marketing secretary put 275, 000 miles on hers and it still looked new.

[cgdrider]

That's Right Scotty, If you change your Automatic Transmission Fluid and filter every 30, 000 miles and you do not "thrash" on your vehicle, even less durable brands of automatic transmissions, can last 300, 000 miles or more. Case in point is our little gas saver 2007 Nissan Versa Hatchback S, with the JATCO 4 speed automatic transmission, made in Mexico, which we bought a couple of years ago it had over 160, 000 miles when we bought it. I had tried to find a Versa with a manual transmission here in Northern California with no luck. When I saw this one and drove it the transmission shifted like new so we bought it. First thing I did was change the engine oil, oil filter, automatic transmission fluid & filter. I also did my checklist for all used cars we buy, replace all marginal parts, plugs, coils, MAS sensor, single VVT valve, motor mounts, all 4 brakes, rotors, drums, tires, rear shocks and motor mounts at surprisingly cheap prices. Now at 185, 000 miles our little Versa runs and drives like a new car, no oil or ATF loss between changes, engine oil still looks new on the dipstick when I change it every 5, 000 miles. Not bad for $1, 800 plus $450 in parts.

[kvmdsxn]

I’m on my third Dodge Caravan. The 2001 went 398, 000 with no major issues. Never touched any of the drivetrain except for a right front outer tie rod. Awesome reliable vehicle. My 2014 has158, 000 and has had zero problems. Tires and a new battery, that’s it!

[abrielshell]

I just crashed my 2014 dodge caravan and I can tell you with confidence that I want another one. I had all 5 of my children in the vehicle and no one was seriously hurt. I was bruised up and 2 of my children had minor scratches but everyone was buckled in and barely moved. Although I am traumatized, that van held up well in the accident. I'm getting another one here shortly. I was trying to wait on my lawyer since the insuramce company tried to play me on a payout, but I just found a great deal with one so I'm going to the car lot this Saturday to purchase a 2016.

[reinaldorodriguez]

I had a Dodge Caravan 05, it lasted over 200k miles.. Original engine and transmission.. The body rusted up in north east PA.. Besides regular ware& tear I replaced the power steering rack and alternator.. It worked very good!

[kwell]

I got one in 2019. The most critical part is to get a TIPM bypass relay system so it doesn't shut off on you in the middle of the road. It's about $50 and van has never died on me since. Love the van for Home Depot runs. Cargo is secured so I can make other stops. Stow and Go is the best thing ever. Very easy car to maintain. Plenty of YT videos to help you out.

[bobc]

You're an American classic. We need you. Your knowledge and humor makes my day