1995 Dodge Neon Base review from North America
"Reliable car when cared for! Very Sporty!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Very bad Transmission Fluid leak, had it fixed 3 times.
Replaced Coolant Temp Sensor.
New Rad Fan Relay.
Had the radiator fans fixed over 4 times, they would not operate correctly.
Replaced muffler, old one had developed a hole.
Engine burns oil badly.
Stock headlights are disgusting.
Water gets into trunk, rain enters tail-lights.
Replaced power steering/AC belt at 109,000.
Replaced Alternator belt at 110,000. (New belt still continues to screech)
Eats brake pads badly. Needs new brake pads at least twice a year.
Brake pedal travels to floor when braking.
Now, it needs 4 new struts (You can feel every little bump in the road)
Front tires wear down fast!
Needs new CV Joints (You can hear popping noises when turning)
Engine is very loud at idle.
Replaced all 4 speakers.
Base model seats wear badly.
AC stopped working.
You can smell coolant when you turn the heat on.
Replaced spark plugs at least once every 2 years.
New Rad cap and thermostat (Due to bubbling coolant).
Light wind noise (Due to framless doors)
Replaced door jamb switches (Dome light wouldn't come on when doors were opened)
Seat belts get jammed.
Left turn signal freezes when you hit the brake pedal.
Gauge cluster dies randomly, speedometer problems. (Fixed by doing the soldering method)
E-Brake needs adjustment every once in awhile.
Fabric ceiling is starting to sag down!
Carpet attracts every little stain.
Power steering fluid evaporates leading to power steering whine.
General comments?
VERY FAST!
Gas-Saver!
Handles well!
Very sporty, nice looking car.
Large trunk.
Very Reliable when you keep up with normal oil changes, etc.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 SOHC Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 107000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 111000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 21st August, 2006 |

