The avenger never shared anything with the 1st gen eclipse so this is a monstrosity. The 1st/2nd gen eclipses were a partnership (DSM Motors). The 3rd gen eclipse/avenger/sebring was 100% mitsubishi. Dodge just slapped some bumpers and trim on their cars. Yes it is heavier than the 1st gen because it is based on a…

What’s with all the hate for the 3rd gen eclipse? It’s an awesome car. The exhaust note sounds exotic. The V6 is as peppy as my 1st gen turbo laser and the interior is closer to the 1st gen than the hideous 2nd gen. Yeah the steering sucks in comparison but it’s a great choice for a cheap beater car at this point.…