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1996 Plymouth Neon review from North America

"Good first car for students, but needs lots of maintenance!!"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

-Immediate oil leak after purchase

-Transmission had to be replaced at 30,000 miles $1000, had to fight Chrysler for them to pay half

-AC went out at 40,000- I recharge it every few months b/c it's cheaper than getting fixed

-Head gasket blew at 80,000 miles

-over heated twice in past 6 months $1000 total

-Replacing brakes constantly and grinding noise frequently

-Paint chipping

-There seems to be a little bit of an opening in the window, I roll it all the way up, but air still gets in somehow

-Really bad gas mileage, about 180 miles a tank, every time I take it in, I'm told there is nothing wrong with it, it sucks b/c gas is expensive!!

-Drives really loud, like a diesel

-Had to replace all the belts, radiator

-Paid more to fix it than what it's worth!

-However, I have had this car since I turned 16 (now 22) and it has gotten me through high school and college somehow.

-Great room for one person

-Car can really fly!!!

General comments?

-Car can fly!

-Great room for 1 person.

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Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
First year of ownership1996
Most recent year of ownership2003
Engine and transmission Manual
Performance marks 6/10
Reliability marks 6/10
Comfort marks 9/10
Dealer Service marks  
Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 1/10
Distance when acquired1 miles
Most recent distance91000 miles
Date of Entry 28th May, 2003

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