1997 Dodge Neon review from North America
"150,000 miles and still kicking!! I will cry when I have to trade it in"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Needed to replace head gasket within 2 years of purchase.
Muffler replacement at 149,000 miles.
Alternator replacement at 149,000 miles.
General comments?
I love my car!!!
My parents bought me this car the day I got my drivers license on August 30, 1997. It was used- 10,000 miles for 10,000 dollars. Neon's have gotten a pretty bad reputation- but I love my car. It is a soldier. The army should have bought these instead of the Hummers!! I've put 140,000 miles on it over the past 9 years. It's had not many major problems. It performs beautifully- even after 9 years and 150,000 miles. It makes me feel comfortable driving. I don't know how I will ever feel as safe in another car. The day I have to trade it in will be a sad, sad day.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 10000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 150000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 29th June, 2006 |