1997 Chrysler Neon Expresso review from North America
"Do not buy 95-98 used Neons"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Misfires in cylinder 4 at 18,000 miles, dealer mechanic could not explain.
Breaks needed replacing at 25,000 miles (75% hi-way driving)
Break system failed while driving at 35,000 miles, reason never found.
Ignition coils worn at 40,000 miles.
Engine runs very rough after start sometimes for 10 minutes, any weather conditions.
Cam gasket failure at 55,000 miles.
PCV valve failure at 55,000 miles.
Tape player does not work 60,000 miles.
Costly cylinder head gasket failure at 65,000 miles.
General comments?
Chrysler has been no help at all to fixing these problems. They refused to determine any problems when the car was under warranty.
The car is nice to drive, which is the only good thing about it.
A scary moment in this car came when the disc brakes would not engage in city driving, forcing me to use the emergency brake to come to stops.
$1,000.00 CDN to fix defective head gasket. Chrysler refuses to cover any costs.
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![]() ![]() | A great car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0L DOHC Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 97 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 106000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 7th January, 2003 |





