The minivan that started it all is celebrating 30 years!

When did the minivan come to be?

Nowadays, you might just take the minivan segment for granted. And we can’t blame you, as minivans have been around for quite some time. But when did the minivan come to be? You might not even realize that Chrysler was actually the brand that started it all in the minvan world – 30 years ago.

Before Chrysler actually made the move to offer the first minivan, the choices were pretty limited for families. Full-size vans could be extremely inefficient and just plain bulky. The birth of the minivan truly was a special time in the automotive industry. Recognizing this, Chrysler has actually committed to make an anniversary version of the Town & Country and the Grand Caravan – the two flagships from the brand. The result will be versions of both vans that are a little more than “the usual” in the segment.

The 2014 Chrysler Town & Country 30th Anniversary Edition will come have such luxuries as 17-inch wheels, Granite Crystal Pearl paint, unique badging and all the “special” amenities available in the model. Similarly, the 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan 30th Anniversary Edition will include the same extra features and rims, as well as standout silver interior stitching and a knockout black paint job.

If you are wondering about some of the extras on this anniversary edition vehicle, these include heated first and second row seating, heated steering wheels, adjustable pedals and more. Curious to learn more about the 30th Anniversary Town & Country and Grand Caravan? Contact us at Palmen Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of Racine and we’ll fill you in! Also, make sure to check out our current inventory of minivans in WI.