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by scmrak  in Cars & Motorsports,  - Top 50
Jan 31 '02
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 
Pros: handling, economy, engine response
Cons: quality control, safety issues
The Bottom Line: Conditionally recommended: downrated for indifferent quality control and substandard safety ratings; otherwise a serviceable vehicle.
Minivans, I must admit, are not my cup of tea when it comes to vehicles. The very word conjures up images of soccer moms schlepping herds of noisy kids with baggy shorts and skinned knees while they simultaneously zip down the freeways, apply a fresh...
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by SurgRN911 - Top 500
Jun 19 '01
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Handles as easily as a car, good gas mileage
Cons: None as of yet
The Bottom Line: Highly satisfied, glad I had the day off
I never want another day off!!!! Well, perhaps that is a bit hasty a decision. Maybe just not a day off while it's raining. On second thought I'll take any day off I can get. However, I do think it would be in my best interest to stay home and not go out...
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by mmcphee - Top 50
Nov 30 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Well designed for a family
Cons: Significant and costly repair issues
The Bottom Line: Don't buy unless someone else has already put in a new transmission.
Let's face it, no one really wants to drive a minivan. People drive minivans because they are a practical way to schlep more than two kids around. There is absolutely nothing glamorous about driving a utilitarian minivan, although it is a ...
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by lordazores
Aug 13 '07 - Updated Jan 08 '08
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No 
Pros: Quiet, adequate horsepower, durable body, plenty of space, decent gas mileage
Cons: Manifold gasket fiasco, battery access horror, hard to clean
The Bottom Line: I would only recommend buying this vehicle after thorough inspection and at an auction price.
UPDATE: January 8, 2008. Mileage: 89,800. At this point, front right rotor is basically shot. Front left bearing needs replaced. Rear left brake is leaking fluid (interestingly, all brakes were replaced by professional mechanics at a dealership 2 ...
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by BrianCam - Top 200
Mar 24 '01 - Updated May 08 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Features, Roomy, Entertainment System
Cons: Soft Suspension, Harsh Engine
The Bottom Line: The Venture is just a good minivan. Engine noise, and handling are the main drawbacks when comparing to the Odyssey and Grand Caravan. The Venture earns a C+ overall.
The new car market is awash in competent, feature laden minivans. If you are shopping for a minivan, there are so many good choices; Honda Odyssey, Dodge Caravan, Mazda MPV, and the Camry based Toyota Sienna to name just a few. General Motors has a...
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by quacky
Apr 19 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Features are very thoughtful. However, that @@#$$ service light is not one of them.
Cons: Seats are somewhat difficult to remove. Power
could be improved. SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT!
The Bottom Line: Some of the features built into this van are very thoughtful. However, that @@#$$ service light is not one of them.
Just brought a Warner Brothers Edition of this van last month. It was a nice compromise for the pickup I wanted.
I was drawn to the fact that all five seats could be removed and make room for plywood sheets I would need to haul from the Home Depot...
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by 4KIDS
Apr 29 '01 - Updated Apr 05 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Lots of space, comfortable seating, easy seating configuration
Cons: a little pricey, feels long when turning
The Bottom Line: If you are looking for quiet ride in comfort, this is for you with 8 seats there is plenty of room, it was a little more but worth it.
I just leased a 2001 fully loaded W. B edition Venture. My last lease was also a Venture. I guess you could say i like them. This new one was a little more pricey than some others, but this one does have 8 seats, which is great with 4 kids and their...
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by sjg98
Aug 15 '01
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Powerful engine, Power sliding door, roomy
Cons: No middle row cup holders, using headphones rear speakers
The Bottom Line: Great minivan, its long list of major features outweigh the little annoyances I can nitpick.
My mom recently bought a 2001 Chevy Venture LT, and we drove it from New England down to Florida, and will be driving back up soon. After spending so much time in the car, I think I have a pretty good view on it.
First to address some...
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by gfm
Jul 22 '01
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No
Pros: Roomy, bucket seats in middle row, 25 gallon fuel tank
Cons: Everyting Else
The Bottom Line: I am glad I rented it, now I know not to fool with any more GM products. I hope to get rid of my Jimmy soon also.
Recently, I went on a vacation. I went over 2000 miles one way so I decided to take the train instead of my Mercury Villager. When I arrived, I rented a Venture to get me around while I was at the resort. First of all, as soon as I started the Venture at...
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by chryslerfan82
Jul 16 '09
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Gas Mileage
Power sliding door
Reliability
Lots of room
Cons: Handling/turning radius
Performance
Cheap Interior
Engine Noise
The Bottom Line: Basic family transportation that's economical and reliable
I own a 2001 Chevy Venture WB edition, and after owning this van for 2 years now I can say that I am overall happy with it. I own a cleaning service and needed a vehicle that could haul 4 people as well as a load of cleaning supplies, and nothing ...
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by islandkidsx3
Aug 18 '03 - Updated Aug 25 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: auto slide door, hidden storage, rides well, easy fold down seat, air compressor.
Cons: hard to park, longer warrenty would be nice.
The Bottom Line: The features are great for any parent with less hands than they need, and great for road trips. Just learn to park it!
When we found out we were expecting #3, we decided the Grand Am had to be upsized. I was set on an ...
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by mikelhead
Dec 29 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: great features, Nice color, excellent fuel economy.
Cons: it took me the longest time to find the rear seat heat controls
The Bottom Line: I love minivans and can't wait to start a family so I can have one of my own!
My parents recently bought a minivan. They were looking at them all. Windstars, Siennas, Town and Country's. But they finally decided to listen to me and go look at the Venture. I am king of fuel economy. I get upset when my car gets below 30 miles to...
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by SamNoe
Dec 03 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: 8-Pssgr Seating, Child Seat, Rear Parking Aid, Rear seat folds into floor, great mileage
Cons: No Tachometer, No Fog lights, Funny Wipers, Smallest engine in class, Turning Circle
The Bottom Line: Very good in most aspects.
Was just a rental for a few days. Didn't had the chance to try out the rear parking aid, but at the dealer I tried out the rear seat folds flat into floor, and gives you a huge storage space.
What's really good about this minivan MORE then any...
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by dg65
Apr 25 '01 - Updated Apr 26 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Entertainment Center Option; OnStar; Reverse Sensing;
Cons: Anemic engine; Cheap looking interior pieces; Fit and Finish; Poor dealer service
The Bottom Line: For Families on a budget, I recommend looking at this van. There are better products out there, you just have to pay more for them with comparable options.
The Chevrolet Venture is a family pleasing minivan. Opt for the Warner Bros. edition and the definition of a quiet ride takes on a whole new meaning with three kids in the rear. It is a pleasure on even short drives around town. The Venture gives you...
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by sn0gurl
Mar 23 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Automatic sliding door, nice color, keyless entry.
Cons: Very sensitive to drive.
The Bottom Line: With lots of good features, this vehicle is a definite yes.
I play soccer. Hence, my mother is a 'soccer mom.' So, as it seems to be a law of physics, she is drawn to minivans when shopping for a new vehicle. We've had cars in the past, and it just doesn't cut it when we have to carpool for practices and such....
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