1997 Dodge Neon review from North America
"A car that should be avoided."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Internal oil leak at 45,000 miles.
Transmission slippage at 50,000 miles.
Ignition coil failed at 30,000 miles.
Water pump failed at 60,000 miles.
Timing belt broke at 35,000 miles.
General comments?
The car is just that, a car. It gets me from point A to point B.
I would never drive this car over 70 MPH due to the constant internal oil leaks which make the camshaft lose power.
The interior of this vehicle is plain-Jane.
This car has cost more than 6,000 in repairs. Not worth the buy.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0L SOHC Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 21 miles |
| Most recent distance | 89200 miles |
| Date of Entry | 12th August, 2004 |