1996 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan review from North America
"Perfect student or small family car as long as its under warranty"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Painted started chipping at 65k miles on trunk; dealer charged $100 to repair. Chips continued; dealer repainted entire car for no charge.
Head gasket blew at 75k miles; under warranty $100 deductible.
Head gasket blew 99k miles; under warranty $100 deductible.
Have replaced tires once a year for the past 5 years; average $400.
Replaced brakes once a year for the past 5 years; Average $200/year.
Rotors at 45k, 90k, and 117k miles, $200.
Replaced shocks/struts at 60k, 90k, 117k miles, $500 average.
Transmission leakage every 15k miles or so.
Replaced Timing belt 115k miles.
Replaced Horn at 95k miles.
Battery constantly needs cleaning and checking; have charger in car for emergencies.
Clicking noise in engine; think its lifters.
General comments?
Very good in the early miles.
Fast acceleration, even beat a Eclipse once :)
Corners and turns very good.
Excellent in rain and snow.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 20000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 117000 miles |
| Previous car | Renault Medallion |
| Date of Entry | 3rd June, 2002 |