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3.7 Overall rating

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Paul B

5.0

Reviewed a 1989 Chrysler Le Baron on Apr 8, 2008

Mine was the high tech (for 89) 2.2 intercooled 5 speed GTC. This car does everything well and has an awesome drivetrain. Mine was well modded and made about 280hp (est. crank rating) on the stock GarretT2 at its peak. I kick myself for selling this car more than anything. Easily a mid 13 sec car with a lot of potential.

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Clint G

5.0

Reviewed a 1989 Chrysler Le Baron on Nov 14, 2010

There are a few things that I don't like about this car. 1. The interior looks dated by today's standards where the 1990 interior looks MUCH better. 2. It's FWD. 3. Solid rear axle. 4. SOHC I love everything else about this car. It's the perfect sleeper. I still find the exterior styling beautiful. For what it is it's a great car.

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Michel B

4.0

Reviewed a 1989 Chrysler Le Baron on Feb 21, 2008

Nice acceleration (2.5L Turbo) Automatic convertible Manual gearbox Gas inexpensive (~7.8L / 100km) Awesome backlights

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James B

1.0

Reviewed a 1989 Chrysler Le Baron on Nov 8, 2010

Not a bad old thing really, Fuel consumption is high, but no other complaints so far. For a £400 Twenty one year old car, it's impressive that everything still works (more or less). The drive is good, a few odd noises here and there. Handling is something to get used to at best, especially when cornering (now I know why American roads are straight) But once you get used to it, it's a problem free drive. Performance. The Shelby developed K series 2.2 turbo with the Holley carb' give the GTC all it needs to hold it's own against most modern cars in it's class (boy racer / coupe / drive it like I stole it) , it pulls and pulls and pulls... I bend the needle at 125Mph, where the speedo runs out, the acceleration does not. Individuality. You won't see many the same wherever you go. Seems the K engined GTC (2-door coupe) is something of a rarity in the UK but most of what I say here covers the cabrio as well. Looks... Opinion is divided, it's a love it or hate it car. Is this car fun to drive... OHHH YES !!! *** RELIABILITY UPDATE*** Just an FYI for potential buyers of a LeBaron... If it's a 5 speed manual transmission, be VERY picky about gearbox noise. Current bill for gearbox repairs on this 1989 GTC... £1700 and rising. (has been off the road for nearly 5 months waiting for parts) If you're not a dedicated owner/lover of this particular vehicle with manual trans'.....I wholeheartedly recommend you go for the automatic.

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