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I've put about 12,000 miles on new Bridgstone Turanza T's,(I drive lots of highway miles, and the second set of Goodyears wore out after about 40,000). Bridgstones are VERY "grippy"; handling dramatically improved, so that might have had a bit to do with the steering. I bought those cause I've had great luck with Bridgstones in the past. They'll last a lot longer that the Goodyears. Only trade-off is tire noise - they are louder, but handling improvement and tire longevity is worth it.
some others in this post have recommended Michelin Pilot tires.
My LHS just got tuned when suspension replaced and it now vibrates a bit while idling in Drive(at stop lights). It smoothes out if I shift to neutral, and still drives great on the highway, so next tune up I'll ask them to fix or adjust. Just got back from a 500 mile mostly highway trip and got 27.6 MPG.
No transmission problems so far - knock,knock!
While on my trip, I looked at a steel blue 2000 LHS and fell in love. I'll probably get a new one in January when my boy gets my car.
I have a 5 star dealer -where I bought the car-thats done most of the work on the car. They seem to charge a bit more, but I 've never had any problems getting something repaired that wasnt fixed first, parts are always in stock, and they know the car and its history. I know some of the folks on this board have had problems with 5 star dealers, but I've been lucky, I guess.
I hope you dont have problems with your new transmission.
Good luck with your LHS
Rob
We got the check in the mail yesterday. Again, I am very happy with the outcome from the company. Much less than happy with the local dealer.
I really wish all of you good luck and happy driving with your Chrysler products. They have looks hands down over everything else out there. I just don't have the confidence in them and that's what I need before I'll drive one again.
PKennison
Note: I do find the complaints useful as points to consider. A good example were the many postings of 17" tire problems about a year ago - which seem to have died down. Can I conclude that that problem has been solved?
The time posted on the messages here is PST. This message will post as 2:48 PM, but it's 5:48 PM in CT.
fastdriver
Pros:
-The car has run perfectly since the day I picked it up.
-The LHS has more than enough power to help me cope with Jacksonville traffic.
-The V6 is exceptionally fuel-efficient on long trips, giving me up to 26 MPG.
-The interior is roomy, even in the back seat.
-The trunk is huge!
-The air conditioner is powerful.
-The seats are comfortable on long trips.
Cons:
-The rear pillars restrict my rear visibility.
-The paint doesn't hold up as well as I would like.
-The black molding on the driver's side front door doesn't completely line up with the molding on the rear door.
-There is no room to work under the hood (probably true with all LH platform cars).
BTW, last week I was given a 300M Y2K loaner to drive for a day. Couldn't hardly tell the difference from the LHS, except for the AutoStick, which confirmed that I was right (for me) that I have no need for the AutoStick. It also confirmed that the 300M trunk opening is even smaller and less convenient than my previous Aurora. To each his/her own, but I'm glad I chose LHS.
www.car-truck.com/chryed/buzz/b072000.htm
'01 Chrysler 300M
"For the new model year Chrysler will introduce several new features for their flagship sedan. The most noticeable change will be the addition of two new colors, Deep Sapphire Blue Pearl Coat and Black.
There are also several changes to the vehicle's appearance, including a new front fascia, grille and headlamps. They've also redesigned the tail-lamps and added clear lenses. Seventeen inch painted aluminum "Twin 6-spoke" wheels will be standard.
On the inside, a new chrome insert has been added to the shift knob and a Chrysler winged logo is molded into the steering wheel (the horn pad also now meets extended interior head-impact protection that is required for 2003). A second power outlet located in center console is now standard equipment as are steering wheel mounted audio controls. In the back, the center seat now has a 3-point belt. They've also added a fold-out cup holder and storage area to the rear armrest. There's also a new interior color called "Sandstone."
The biggest news is the introduction of a new optional luxury group. It features: real California walnut trim, a wood trimmed steering wheel, automatic outside mirror adjustment when the vehicle is shifted into reverse (the mirrors tilt down to let you see the curb). There's also an electronic vehicle information center, a programmable overhead trip computer, and power exterior mirrors that are heated, have a memory and fold automatically."
Three addenda to this information:
- to eliminate possible assembly line complications, the above-mentioned walnut trim will be standard on all 300Ms and not just those ordered with the luxury package
- exhaust pipes recieve chrome tips
- an emergency trunk release will become standard equipment on the 300M, as it will on all '01 LH sedans
I haven't heard any precise information, but I would assume that some or all of the above 300M changes would also apply to the LHS.
I have been having similar noise on my '99 LHS, with about 15,000 miles on it.
We enjoyed the car immensely on a 2400 mile trip, but my son-in-law noticed the noise when he
went for a ride. At times it went away, and then
got louder, so I went to my dealer, where a mechanic took it for a test drive and diagnosed a problem with the steering gear rack.
This was several weeks ago, and we're still waiting for DC to deliver the part.
Lastest word is "late this week."
I'll keep you posted what happens.
If anyone else has had this repair, I'd sure
appreciate your input.
I'm considering buying a used '94 New Yorker and I want to know a few things. Was '94 the first year for the LHS designation? How do these cars handle at over 100K? I talked to the owner aboout the common problems (noise over bumps, engine shutting down, etc...). He assures me that he's already fixed it himself. Are there any other common major problems with this car? I already checked the title history and everything seems fine. If anyone wants to give me some advice, please post. Thanks.
Make sure that all the recalls have been performed. The latest is the one dealing with the lower control arms. My brother had this done to his '94 LH and it stiffened up the front end. Feels a lot better on rough roads. The most important is the fuel rail o-ring recall.
The other common problem is with the auto-temp control. They sometimes go crazy and randomly blow cold or hot. My bro had about 3 changed out before it was fixed.
And yes, '94 was the first generation of the LH & LHS platform.
What is the asking price?
Check it out:
http://www.execpc.com/~thor101/impala/
version was sent first, but the next day (8/11)
the correct rack was air freighted to my dealer
and installed. Feel of the road seems firmer, and
I no longer hear knocking sounds.
However, there still is suspension noise at low
speeds, so I am going to ask the dealer to check
out a TSB which another LHS owner found was a fix.
We drove about 1,000 miles last week and got close to 28 mpg, with a very comfortable ride.
At my request the service manager looked up TSB's on the 2000 LHS, and there it was, under suspension problems. They replaced front strut strikers, The noise is gone, from the front anyway. I still hear something from the back when going over a curb into my driveway or around bumpy turns at low speeds. Still working on this.
www.autoinvoice.com.
this out with the dealer yet -- hope to this week -- but I believe the TSB is #020100. Another TSB
which may pertain to older models with the same problem is #021298.
couldn't duplicate the sounds we've been hearing.
At next oil change they plan to lubricate the
bushings. If problem returns, I'll pass on
information from djv59 (note #515).
Try this site. http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov Click on problems and issues and then on TSB's. Put in your model car and you'll see a list of the TSB's that have the number that your Chrysler dealer CAN look up on their computers to see the full details of the bulletin.
Thanks for posting this for 2xlhs. I saw that message early this morning and just didn't have the energy to post it again because I did not have it saved. I have now cut and pasted it myself and put it on my notebook for future use here.
Thanks again.
fastdriver
There are two design features that I would like to see modified. The radio function controls are difficult to use when driving and the hump in the rear is distracting especially when checking traffic prior to lane changing.
Both my wife and I love this car and would not return it to the dealer for a full refund. I don't know what we would replace it with that would give us the same satisfaction
1. The LHS has more legroom in the back seat.
2. The LHS has more trunk space.
3. The AutoStick on the 300M seems "gimmicky."
4. I live in Florida, where the roads are mostly straight and flat. Thus, the performance handling package available on the 300M would be wasted on me.
5. Incentives also tend to be better for the LHS. Apparently, DC has a hard time selling them, which is supposedly why they're planning on discontinuing the model in 2003.
Here's what I was giving up by passing on the 300M:
1. The 300M looks "sporty." I affectionately refer to my LHS as the "Great White Whale," although I have yet to spring for the personalized "Moby Dick" license plate. Note that this goes both ways, as I have seen many more 300M's than LHS's pulled over by State Troopers.
2. The 300M with the performance handling package, er, handles better than the LHS (although the ride is slightly rougher).
The best way, though, is to test-drive both, back-to-back, before making your decision. Be sure to also test-drive the 300M with and without the performance handling package, as it does make a difference.
If you are really serious, find a rent-a-car place that offers 300M's or LHS's as available rental models, and drive 'em for a couple of days each.