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HELLO How bad is the 1993 Plymouth Acclaim That I Just Bought? - Today I purchased a 1993 Plymouth Acclaim for $350. I knew ahead of time that the car might have transmission problems. I also knew that the car had some kind of suspension related problem, but I didn't know the extent of it or the exact nature of the problem. I was also aware that the car had a coolant leak. When I started the test drive, the cars tranny had a lot of slips, but when we added transmission fluid to it, the slips stopped for the most part. I did notice a slightly rough ride, and that perhaps the ball joints needed to be replaced, but problems aside, overall, the car ran pretty good, so I figured why not for only $350. After I drove it about 8 miles, I decided to check the coolent level since the car was running very hot - like as far right as the meter could go! Turns out the resovoir was almost completely dry, so I added some coolant to it (a 50 / 50 mixture). I drove it another 20 miles or so, and the temperature stayed pretty hot. Then I realized one thing I overlooked was that I had not checked the oil. I left the engine running, and stepped out of the car to check the oil, and almost freaked out to see that the oil level was half way up the dip stick! Then, after asking a question about this on Yahoo Answers, I decided to check the oil with the engine off. Turns out it was way LOW this time, so I added about a quart. I also added some water to the resovoir which was about half empty, and finally the temperature guage started to go down. One of the things I'm concerned about is how much damage may have been done to the car after it ran extremely hot for about 40 miles...and that's just for the time I drove it Another thing that concerns me is that there are all kinds of noises coming from the front of the car - I don't THINK its engine related, as the engine seems to want to just go go go, but I don't know for sure if there aren't engine problems. I did notice that there is A LOT of oil on the outside of the engine. I'm also a little concerned that we put the wrong kind of tranny fluid in earlier, although the bottle did say "Plymouth", so I figure we were on the right track. One of the things the car does a lot is shakes, so I try not to take it over 40 miles per hour. I notice that the car shakes more as I press on the gas - almost as if I have a flat tire or that the tires need balancing, but then I think that perhaps the motor mounts are bad??? Anyway...so even with the state the car is in, So...I've put about 45 miles on it and it actually runs ok, but its a little nerve wracking - seems like if I press too hard on the gas, the engine will explode or something like that LOL! My guess is that I can probably turn around and sell the car for at least $400, and worse case scenerio, I can probably at least get back what I paid for it, minus what I paid for antifreeze, motor oil, tranny fluid, and water. So, I guess I'm writing to clear my mind a bit about it and get a little re-assurance (or the bitter truth) and advice on what I should do with it. I'm a pretty honest person, so I would disclose some of the potential problems to anyone who might buy it...but I'm at the point where I think it might be best to sell it while it is still running! Thanks for listening! UPDATE Thanks all who answered my question! Just to add a few details and give an update since last night: Its a four cylinder engine. Turns out the radiator has a big leak in it, and I have to add about a gallon of water for every 20 miles or so that I drive it. I'll see if a can of stop leak fixes anything, but I think I may need a new radiator. Other than the problems I've already mentioned, I've driven it over 100 miles now with no problems. I've been able to take it up to 70 MPH on the freeway - I don't feel comfortable driving faster than that. I'm still a little uncomfortable with the shaking, and find that the car performs best when I ease on the accelerator to make it slowly speed up. Hopefully the engine is ok... Today I used some degreaser and water to rinse off the engine. I'm going to add another 1/2 quart of tranny fluid, and change the oil in a few days - not very clean but no white smoke. Still don't know if I'll keep it or not...
2008-08-09 01:29:32

Why am I not getting power to the radio on my '94 Plymouth Acclaim? - I've been attempting to install an aftermarket radio to my Acclaim. I bought a wiring harness to make it simple. I wasn't having any luck until I connected the ground wire from the new radio to the black/green wire AND the harness strap. I had it on for a few seconds like this and then turned it off to bolt it into place. Since then, nothing. I checked the fuse, which was fine. Any thoughts? It should be wired right because it did work for a little bit.
2008-03-28 13:42:37

How much Tranny fluid does a 1994 Plymouth Acclaim use? - We've got a 1994 Plymouth Acclaim that we're doing a tranny flush. How much transmission fluid am I looking to buy? The car's got a 2.5L engine. Thanks!
2009-03-07 10:39:54

92 plymouth acclaim oil leaking from exhaust? - Sorry this isnt truck related but i needed some answers.I want to buy a 92 plymouth acclaim from a lady who died from her son she was old and didnt drive it very much it only has 65,000 miles on it but it smokes very bad and oil is coming out of the exhaust.I dont know whats causing this.Is this a head gasket or something more.There is no oil in the anti-freeze if thats relevant.Its also an automatic.He only wants $175 for it.Its in great condition.
2009-03-21 07:09:46

I have a '94 Plymouth Acclaim and I think I have a blown head gasket. Can someone please help me? - What are all of the new parts that I would need to buy to fix this problem?
2007-06-08 13:30:06

what do you think would look nice on a 92 plymouth acclaim? and is there a discount store only i can be acc"s? - what do you think would look nice on a 1992 plymouth acclaim? its light blue, 4 door,,,, and were can i buy discount items four my car online? thxs
2009-02-03 11:05:48

replacing plymouth acclaim valve cover gasket? - i am replacing valve cover gasket on a 94 ply acclaim, 2.5L 4 cylinder. now there are two different gaskets and one of them says for steel valve cover and its 30 dollars. then there is another for 11.99. the only thing i don't know is on this acclaim is it steel or aluminum. the cover is black its the original cover its just the gasket is leaking. and which gasket sealer is good. im buying the stuff from autozone.
2009-09-11 21:08:42

1994 Plymouth Acclaim motor mount bracket? - Hello everyone i was wondering if someone could help me. I have a 1994 Plymouth Acclaim purestock racecar. It has the 3.0 engine and during the last race the front motor mount bracket came off and is now just hanging there. What surprised me is every single bolt is gone where it mounts to the engine/tranny. Does anyone know what size bolts i need and if i remember right there was this special bolt. It went through the bracket and you would screw a nut on each side. I have called all my local junkyards and all i can find is the bracket itself. Anyone got any idea how i can find these bolts again? Most importantly that special one because the others are just regular bolts that can be bought. Thank you
2007-03-11 09:12:49

My 95 Plymouth Acclaim sputters at red lights and when I give it gas, whats wrong? - I have a 95 Plymouth Acclaim. It has 130,000 miles on it and I bought it not to long ago. I got it from a relative back home and he gave it a tune up. He is a machanic so I trust he did a good job with that. It has been doing ok until four days ago. I was at a red light and it felt like it was losing power. It started to shake and I had to hold my foot on the break and give it some gas. When I am driving down the high way it is fine, this only happens when driving around town. My dad who knows about cars is back home. I am in college and honestly have no clue about cars. I also have no money to go to a mechanic to fix. I am just curious what is causing this and if I could prob fix it myself.
2007-10-29 00:32:55

Plymouth acclaim - gas revs too high - undriveable! Can you help? - Hi there... I just bought this piece of *%#! car (but that's beside the point!) It's a 1994 Plymouth Acclaim 4 cyl automatic. I have been having problems with the rpm. It is actually undriveable at the moment as the rpm revs up so high that I cannot engage the brake all the way. One friend said it needed lubricant; the other thought the gas line might be disattached in some way. I would be so grateful for any advice as I cannot afford a mechanic. Thanks so much in advance! Karen
2009-08-09 12:38:54