1991 Dodge Stealth Consumer Reviews

Reliable if maintained

Written by: Viper Owner on 11/04/2007

Vehicle

1991 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr STD Hatchback

Review

Purchased in 2000 with 125k miles. Currently have 272k miles! The SOHC engine is indestructible. 25 MPG every fillup. The tranny will need new syncros every 125k miles or so, but still drivable. Items replaced are: Syncros, radiator, alternator, starter, power steering rack, water pump seal, noisy lifters, and lower ball joints. Though the list seems long, they all occurred between 180k - 250k miles so it's to be expected. Fix it yourself because it very easy to work on. Regular maintenance includes the timing belt every 60K but you can go 120k on the belt with the SOHC engine without issues. Clutch also lasts about 120k miles. Paid $4k, and put about $4k in parts during 8yrs of ownership.

Favorite Features

Torque and looks. Fairly reliable. Will last forever if maintained.

Suggested Improvements

Tranny synchros have always been the weakest link, though they will not cause you to be stranded.

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Stealth

Written by: Sean on 09/28/2007

Vehicle

1991 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr STD Hatchback

Review

I love this care to death. trust me. but for it being a 1991 the reliability isn't too good. I have a lot of electronic problems. It's a fast car and it's easy to modify. But it has a lot of electronic parties.

Favorite Features

3.0 v6 and the slick body.

Suggested Improvements

Plastic regulator parts need to go and it needs a more powerful alternator.

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Awesome!

Written by: TC on 07/25/2007

Vehicle

1991 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Hatchback

Review

I've had my 1991 non-turbo R/T for about 3 years. It is the best car I have ever driven! It is great in the corners, comfortable for long trips, and has decent performance (wish I had a TT though!!). I have been rear ended twice in this car, once very seriously (other guy totaled, I have permanent back injuries), and all it needed was minor repairs - it is built like a tank! I have had minor maintenance done, timing belt, water pump, heater hoses, all things that should be done on routine maintenance anyways. The guy before me wore down the clutch a lot so I needed a new one of those too. Anyways, I absolutely love this car, and hate to have to give it up for something more practical.

Favorite Features

Everything was way ahead of its time - climate control display, power seats, ride stiffness selectability, steering wheel controls for cruise and radio. Styling is great, interior and exterior. Ample power, but it is no TT.

Suggested Improvements

AWD for all models! Better gas mileage (17-24 for me), wheels are ugly, transmission grinds when going into 2nd on a cold day, strange looking rear spoiler (although this has grown on me). The car is heavy, and you will feel this on acceleration, but unnoticeable on corners.

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Lady in Red

Written by: Asphek on 08/06/2004

Vehicle

1991 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Hatchback

Review

Enjoyed driving it very much, but have to sell it as the "Lady" is getting old, but still has the ability to turn heads, and boy can she still run!! bet she does.....she sure zooms zooms through the highways.

Favorite Features

Shape, color and for a sport car she sure drives smoothely

Suggested Improvements

Bring on a new STEALTH.

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Hard to Part!

Written by: Peachyqueen on 07/16/2003

Vehicle

1991 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Hatchback

Review

I have had my baby since July, 1991 and it is still so exciting and reliable to drive, I am hard pressed to get a new car!! I know that it is time since my mileage is 212289, but I there arent any cars that are as sharp, reliable and unique, and let's not forget reasonable as the Stealths were when they first came out! My car has had a rebuilt transmission, cv-joints replaced, a few other repairs, and my air-conditioner and radio doesn't work (well sometimes the radio works) but I can always start it on a dime and pass people with ease! One of the best decisions Dodge and I ever made!

Favorite Features

The sound of the engine (rrrrunnnnnnn)! The fact that it looks like the Mach 5 (from Speed Racer Days), and the reliability after 12 years! I AM NOT trading my car when I buy a new one. I will keep it until the doors fall off!

Suggested Improvements

Make more before I buy a mercedes or volvo or something stodgy like that! These cars may have quality but very few cars have the design and flair as the Dodge Stealth for the price!

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Tale of the Smoking Stealth

Written by: flyrockies on 02/10/2003

Vehicle

1991 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr STD Hatchback

Review

Bought this car from Kuni Lexus in Colorado in August 1995 with 60,000 mi. Absolutely wonderful car to drive until 100,000 mi. Exhaust started smoking, wouldn't pass emissions. Needed new engine. Paid over $3,000 for rebuild, lasted 2 yrs before it started smoking again. Had electrical problems when a short occured in the wiring bundle. The car would shut off in the middle of the road. Car lasted until 151,000 miles.

Favorite Features

The handling was superb. Loved driving the car before the problems started.

Suggested Improvements

Don't buy one with high miles. Dealers say engine reliablity goes at 100k. Improve engine reliability. Donated car to American Cancer Society, figured it smoked so badly that it needed a new home!

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My 1991 Stealth R/t

Written by: R/t Driver on 01/08/2003

Vehicle

1991 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Hatchback

Review

The car is great. I have had a few problems with it to be honest. The entire front end fell apart on me. I had to replance control arms trailing links ball joints cv shafts and tie rod ends all in one project. I went to the dealer and the cost of all of this was over the cost of the car. I ended up devoting two weeks of my time and $900 + in parts for the stealth. It handles great now. I also have a few porblems with the transmission. The second gear syncro is horrible. afWhen cold the thrani grinds into second even after double clutching to stop the motion of the intermediate shaft. It is an expensive repair.

Favorite Features

Electronic Control Suspension makes handeling great. Variable geometry intake manifold. Stereo pretty good too!

Suggested Improvements

Transmission!!!!!

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Best value sports car on the road

Written by: shush on 12/28/2002

Vehicle

1991 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Hatchback

Review

I bought mine in metallic blue with 40 K on the clock - I had to immediately replace the clutch - it's hydraulic and the previous owner rode the clutch at the lights and wore it out. The new clutch is still going strong at 120K miles. Exceptional handling and looks - get compliments everywhere I go. Great seats and driving position - but low roof and poor rear three quarter visibility. Great engine - reasonable fuel economy. Service quite high due to labor - changing spark plugs for example. Tires expensive but wide give amazing grip. You can switch from comfort mode to sports mode. Very underrated, reliable, high performance sports car.

Favorite Features

Comfortable electrically adjustable seats. Styling. Handling. Performance.

Suggested Improvements

Rear three quarter view atrocious. Cup holders badly placed.

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Hidden Gold

Written by: Brennen Graff on 11/26/2002

Vehicle

1991 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Turbo 4WD Hatchback

Review

The Stealth is an amazing machine. The first time I laid eyes on one I knew I had to have one. I soon bought a '91 R/T TT. Maybe it is the styling, maybe it is the twin turbocharged 3 liter V6, maybe it's the 9000rpm tach, but I love this car. 320 stock horses of muscle. This car, I feel is the best sports car for dollar that you can find, it is often overlooked and no one I have talked to knew what a Stealth was. It should be recognized widely! You have to have one to know exactly what I'm talking about, and if you do, I'm sure you would agree with me.

Favorite Features

AWD,AWS,Engine....too many to list

Suggested Improvements

cut some pounds, cupholders-non existant,some things out of date(11 years ago) exp: fog lights.

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Great First Car

Written by: Tenny on 11/20/2002

Vehicle

1991 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr ES Hatchback

Review

This car was my first car (of my own). I've driven several other cars within the same price range, and they can't compete with this car. It's very comfortable to drive, and very forgiving. All my friends say they can't beleive I got such a good car, then I tell them the price and they are shocked, becuase they spent more on thier car, yet they wish they could have mine.

Favorite Features

Great Design, lots of inteior space.

Suggested Improvements

NO Automatic Transmissions!

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