2010 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT
Verdict #1196 · 134,618 miles · VIN 2D4RN5D13AR181386 · Stock # BUY
“2010 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT at $4,599 — 134,618 miles and the durable 3.8L V6, priced under comparable retail.”
Pros
- 134,618 miles is reasonable for a 2010 — not a worn-out example
- 3.8L OHV V6 is one of the toughest minivan engines ever built — simple, parts are cheap
- $4,599 undercuts typical dealer retail for this age and mileage
- SXT trim with Stow ’n Go seating — genuinely useful family hauler
Cons
- 16-year-old Chrysler minivan — expect worn suspension, possible transmission shudder history
- 3.8L is thirsty (17/24 mpg) by modern standards
- No service history cited — inspect for rust underneath (Indiana winters)
- Resale value is minimal — buy it to use, not to flip
Analysis
This is the honest-cheap-family-hauler play, and the price works. A 2010 Grand Caravan SXT with 134,618 miles at $4,599 sits under typical dealer retail for the segment — comparable examples commonly list $5,000–$6,500 — and the mileage is honest rather than scary for the age.
The engine choice matters here. The 3.8L pushrod V6 is about as simple and durable as minivan power gets: no timing belt, cheap parts, and a long record of running past 200,000 miles with basic maintenance. The 62TE-era transmission deserves a careful test drive (check for shudder on light throttle), and Indiana rust underneath is the thing to look for on the lift.
Verdict: BUY — fairly priced, durable powertrain, useful vehicle. Get it inspected, drive it, and run it into the ground.
Market Comparison
Comparable 2010–2011 Grand Caravan SXT listings with 120k–150k miles typically ask $5,000–$6,500 at independent dealers. This example at $4,599 / 134,618 miles prices below that band, with the preferred 3.8L V6.
The Original Listing
A live snapshot of the dealer’s listing page, captured automatically.
