The usual problems occurred with this car. The Dodge Neons had a problem with their head gaskets and it needed to be replaced. Otherwise, at 180,000 miles, this car has NEVER given me any engine problems, transmission problems, or electrical problems. I have beaten this car up and gone against the recommendations of mechanics and it has been with me all the way... always starting right up and getting me where I needed to go.
I retired my Neon at 180,000 miles when the idler puller shattered. Every mechanic that has seen this has told me it has never happened before on a Neon. It bent all 16 valves and repairs were over a thousand dollars. When I first heard it, I was angry at it, but now I realize that this is the ONLY major problem with it after 180,000 miles! Dodge made a spectacular car and I would buy another one in a heartbeat. I hate to let it go, but it was so good to me for such a long time. All the previous owners I personally know... and I know the complete history of this car. It was by far the best car I have ever owned.
I love my Neon.
I would recommend it for anyone looking for a cheap car and will get more than it's current value's worth.
I haven't had to replace my head gasket, but my spark plugs yes... but that is just general maintance.
I fill up on $25 (Cdn) and it can get me 400 km easy.
The only problem I've had with it is the windows whistle, but nothing serious.
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