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markeb01 · 11-10-2010, 05:45 PM

When shopping for a new vehicle about 10 years ago, the consistent warning I read about was the automatic transmissions in Dodge trucks. They were the worst on the market and failed as early as 1500 miles. My boss had one at the time, and didn't have any transmission troubles, but had the front end replaced several times at dealer expense and constantly went through front tires. He finally traded it off for a new GMC since he had a relative working at the local GM dealer. They may or may not be better now, I haven't done any recent research.

Regardless of what you decide to drive, I agree with the others above. A new vehicle is a liability not an asset. Just starting out in life that kind of big money could be better invested for your future.

11-10-2010, 05:45 PM	#21
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: I may leave the Chevrolet line ..... When shopping for a new vehicle about 10 years ago, the consistent warning I read about was the automatic transmissions in Dodge trucks. They were the worst on the market and failed as early as 1500 miles. My boss had one at the time, and didn't have any transmission troubles, but had the front end replaced several times at dealer expense and constantly went through front tires. He finally traded it off for a new GMC since he had a relative working at the local GM dealer. They may or may not be better now, I haven't done any recent research. Regardless of what you decide to drive, I agree with the others above. A new vehicle is a liability not an asset. Just starting out in life that kind of big money could be better invested for your future. Last edited by markeb01; 11-10-2010 at 05:49 PM.