Hey I have a '94 plymoth sundance it has about 103,054 miles on it and I want to do a 5 state vacation next year not go to every city in the states but just a few. I say my car will be fine if I get it checked really good next year before I go and I do take care of my cars with regular oil changes and I drive them good to. My mom says it is not a good idea. My point is look at the old family trips in the '60's when people took the old station wagon cross country. What do you think?
2006-07-25 05:18:59 · 11 answers · asked by mystic 5 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
I think it depends on a few things. If this has been a car that has been reliable, hasn't given you too many problems, and is used to being driven a lot, then I think it should be safe enough to drive on your road trip. A few things to keep in mind, however:
* In addition to your oil changes, start getting checkups and do regular maintainance NOW, if you don't already. Don't just do it before your trip. This will help guarantee that any small problems that may exist now won't turn into major problems later.
* Have a back up plan - Even a brand new car can break down on a trip. Join AAA so that you can take care of any problems that may occur during your trip. Have emergency money for a rental car or a bus ride home if necessary.
*Limit your driving to daylight hours - If your car breaks down, it will be easier for people to see you and help. Also, you'll have a better chance of businesses being open and it is safer.
*Take major highways and roads - Although the road less taken is more scenic, it's also the most remote and you'll have a hard time finding help when the nearest place is 20 miles away.
In general, be smart about this road trip. Just because people took trips in their old station wagons in the 60's doesn't mean they didn't run into problems either. Whatever you decide, good luck!
2006-07-25 05:43:04 · answer #1 · answered by Pumpkin 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Rent a car, find a real cheap weekly rate and don't risk it. Your car is POS, I hate to tell you that but it is, these sold for around 6k back then.... YOu have many issues from transmission failing to overheating, ect. Be smart and drive that car locally but long trip no go.
Back in the old days cars in 60s were more reliable on the basic levels, my 69 olds had a 350 rocket engine with almost 300k and I drove it all over the country, it was simple and easy to maintain, your car is not one of the most reliable cars made at all.
2006-07-25 05:21:10 · answer #2 · answered by boxing_fan_4_wlad 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a complete check-up before you leave. Get an oil change, have your brakes and transmission fluid checked and all of your other fluids topped off. Get the treads on your tires checked for wear. Make SURE you have a spare tire with you. Even better would be to have a full size tire with you in case you're too far away from somewhere to buy a new one if you bust one in the middle of nowhere. You'll probably be fine, just make sure you do all of these necessary preparations.
2006-07-25 05:24:17 · answer #3 · answered by heterophobicgirl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-08 07:30:50 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
IF the car is in good conditions, why not? but however in case of car broken down, it might hurt your wallet!~
Just bring the car to a mechanics before you take off... just to play safe.
Enjoy your trip... have plenty of fun!
2006-07-25 05:23:30 · answer #5 · answered by prawn_headed 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An american made car with 103K on it?? A trip that long may be pushing it, even with you taking great care of the car. Make sure you belong to the AAA..
2006-07-25 05:22:06 · answer #6 · answered by USC Fan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing beats the illusionary freedom of the road. I would highly recommend picking 5 western states, the rest of the country is scenery challenged.
2006-07-25 05:24:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Listen to what your mother tells you. you wouldnt want the car to give out on you in the middle of no where. my advice to you is to rent a car that can handle that much miles.
2006-07-25 05:23:00 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with your mom.
2006-07-25 05:20:58 · answer #9 · answered by Unique 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
good luck
2006-07-25 05:20:48 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋