My wife and I are thinking about making the jump to a full size SUV. MPG isn't an issue because I have been driving a full size truck so I know they will be able the same. Anyway, We also have a camper that we will be towing. The Aspen we are looking at is a 2008 with the 5.7 HEMI so I think it has a towing capacity of 8900 lbs (My TT has a weight of 7400 fully loaded and we never pull with all 3 of the tanks full) from what I have found searching around. Anyway, are these good vehicles for a family? What are some things I need to check at the dealer when I go look at it? Its already in our price range so just a matter of if we like it or not really. But I wanted to check here with people that own them.

Also, where can I find a build sheet for the Aspen we are looking at?

Thanks gang!

 

I may be a little biased to give a vehicle review. What I can tell you is that our Customer Assistance Center gets very few calls about the Aspen. I can also assist you with obtaining a vehicle build sheet if you would like to provide me the last eight characters of the VIN number.

 

we just purchased one with 53K in miles. My wife really likes it. I replaced the shocks with Bilstein shocks and it rides great. If the shocks have not been replaced you will need to do it as the factory shocks only last about 50K miles. Next I will be changing the spark plugs. The hemi uses the basic copper spark plugs so that is why the manual calls for replacement every 30K miles. I also have a 2009 hemi charger which is why I would only consider a hemi Aspen. This is an excellent engine.

 

Ok so I noticed it does NOT have the factory Tow package. Am I correct that even with the Hemi, if it doesn't have the factory tow package then the towing capacity is only like 7500 lbs? If so, well then that stinks. ha

ChryslerCares, the last 8 of the VIN are 8F151606. And THANKS!

 

According to our records, this vehicle was equipped from the factory with the following:

VIN 1A8HX58268F151606
Vehicle Description CHRYSLER ASPEN LIMITED 4X2
Model Year 2008
Body Model HG 1 P 74
Color PS2- Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
MSRP $37,480.00

Sales Code --- Description
*YL Two Tone Leather Trimmed Seats
-J1 Light Graystone
AFHS Interior Convenience Group
AFSP Signature Series Group
AJPP Power Convenience Group
AJY Popular Equipment Group
APAS Monotone Paint
AWRS Ambient Light Group
BABS 160 Amp Alternator
BCQS 750 Amp Maintenance Free Battery
BCSS Battery Run Down Protection
BNBS Electronic Stability Control
BRTS Anti-Lock 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
CACP Low Back Bucket Seats
CBZS Prem Vinyl Door Trim w/Map Pocket
CFGS 3rd Row 3-Pass 60/40 Split Seat
CGLS 2nd Row 40/20/40 Reclining Seat
CGSS Supplemental Side Air Bags
CG3S Advanced Multistage Front Air Bags**
CJ5P Supp. Side Curtain All Rows Air Bags
CKAS Carpets - Floor and Cargo Area
CKTS Cargo Tie Down Loops
CLXP Luxury Front & Rear Floor Mats
CSRS Passenger Assist Handles
CUNS Overhead Console
CURS Rear Compartment Storage Tray
CVMS Full Length Flr Console Prem A/Rest
DGQ 5-Spd Automatic 545RFE Transmission
DMDS 3.55 Rear Axle Ratio
DRBS Corporate 9.25 LD Rear Axle
EZB 5.7L V8 HEMI MDS Engine
GBBS Tinted Windshield Glass
GCBS Front Door Tinted Glass
GEGS Deep Tint Sunscreen Glass
GFAS Rear Window Defroster
GNAS Rear View Day/Night Mirror
GNCP Sun Visors w/Illum Vanity Mirrors
GTSS Power Heated Mirrors, Fold-Away
GWAP Power Sunroof
GXRS Keyless Entry
GXXS Sentry Key Theft Deterrent System
HAAS Air Conditioning
HBBS Rear Air Conditioning w/Heater
JAMS Soft Touch Instr. Panel w/Woodgrain
JA2S Instrument Cluster w/Tach
JBGS Instrument Panel Woodgrain Bezel
JCBS 120 MPH Primary Speedometer
JHAS Var Intermittent Windshield Wipers
JHDS Rear Var Intermittent Wiper/Washer
JJBS Dual Note Electric Horns
JJJS 12V Power Outlet Mounted in IP
JJMS Auxiliary 12-Volt Rear Power Outlet
JKPP 12V Auxiliary Power Outlet
JKVS 115V Auxiliary Power Outlet
JNBP Instr Pnl w/Ambient Lighting Bezel
JPBS Power Locks
JPMP Heated Front Seats
JPVS Power 8-Way Driver Seat
JP3S Pwr Front Windows, 1-Touch,Up & Down
JRCP Power Liftgate
LACS Illuminated Entry
LAFS Key in Ign/Seat Belt Warning Buzzer
LAJS Headlamps On Warning Chimes
LALS Low Washer Fluid Warning Signal
LAMS Door Ajar Warning Lamp
LANS Decklid/Liftgate Ajar Warning Lamp
LAXS Front Passenger Seat Belt Alert
LAZP Vehicle Information Center
LBPP Liftgate LED Lamps
LBRS Front & Rear Aimable LED Lamps
LCEP Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps
LMBS Halogen Headlamps
LMGP Automatic Headlamps
LNJS Fog Lamps
LPSS CHMSL Lamp
LSAS Security Alarm
MCXS Body Color Fascias w/Bright Insert
MDAS Front License Plate Bracket
MFMS Black/Bright Grille
MHAS Black Windshield Moldings
MJBS Chrome Bodyside Molding
MMSS Bright Belt Moldings
MNCS Bright Door Handles
MNPS Bright License Plate Brow
MRLP Body Color Running Boards
MVAS Limited Badge
MV9S Pro 4X Decal
MWHS Rear Wheelhouse Liners
MWPS Body Color/Bright Side Roof Rails
MW5P Hemi Badge
MYCP Signature Series Badge
MYRS Aspen Badge
NAA Federal Emissions
NFJS 27 Gallon Fuel Tank
NHMS Speed Control
NHNS Electronically Controlled Throttle
NZDS Next Generation Engine Controller
PS2 Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
RDDS Fixed Long Mast Antenna
RDZS Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Ctrls
RD7P 276 Watt Amplifier
RENP Media Center 430 CD/DVD/MP3/HDD
RGCS 8 Alpine Speakers
RSCS SIRIUS Satellite Radio
SBAS Power Rack and Pinion Steering
SCVP Leather Wrapped Two-Tone Strg Wheel
SDBS Heavy Duty Suspension
SFBS Front Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers
SGBS Rear Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers
SHCS Front and Rear Stabilizer Bars
SUAS Tilt Steering Column
TBBS Full Size Spare Tire
TBMS Tire Carrier Winch
TP5S P265/60R18 BSW On/Off Road Tires
TZAP Goodyear Brand Tires
WF1P 17" Steel Spare Wheel
WPLP 18X8.0 Aluminum Chrome Clad Wheels
XAAP ParkSense Rear Park Assist System
XACP ParkView(TM) Rear Back-up Camera
XAPP Power Adjustable Pedals
XBMP Remote Start System
XBNS Tip Start
XDXS Scissor Type Jack
XGDP Universal Garage Door Opener
XGMP Tire Pressure Monitoring Display
XGQS Synthetic Rear Axle Lube
XSLS Brake/Park Interlock
X81S Instrument Panel Parts Module
X88S Tire & Wheel Parts Module
X9AP For More Info, Call 888-539-7474
X97P 1-Year Service Provided by SIRIUS
YAAS Build To U.S. Mkt. Specifications
YEP Manuf Statement of Origin
ZBAP Spring - Left Front
ZBRP Spring - Left Rear
ZPAP Spring - Right Front
ZPRP Spring - Right Rear
Z1DS GVW Rating - 6450#
5I2S Two Wheel Drive (2WD)/(4X2)

Maximum Trailer Weight = 7350 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) = 6450 lbs
Payload = 1466 lbs
Curb Weight = 4984 lbs
Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) = 12500 lbs

 

Hi CC it's my first post so I can't pm you, I would like to know if you could pm or email me the build sheet and service history for our new 08 black aspen limited. The last 8 of the VIN number is 8F102670, thanks in advance.

 

we love our 08 5.7. We purchased it in February and really couldn't be any happier. We have about 79k miles on it and I think the shocks will need to be replaced before next summer. Love the ride, the power and the look.

 

Hi scotvl,

I cannot figure out how to send a PM on this forum either. I did send you an email through the forum with the information you requested.

 

Thanks for the great info on this awesome vehicle. Its primarily my wife's but I drive it when we're together. It feels very nimble for such a large vehicle. We went on a two hour drive on the 401 and I was getting 21.6 mpg going 70 mp/h. Only thing I noticed was the torque converter locking and unlocking while the cruise control was on, at 70 the rpm varied between 2000 and 2150 rpm.

 

ChryslerCares could I also get a build sheet for my 07 Aspen? The last 8 of my VIN is 8F140180. Thank you.