1992 Dodge Stealth Consumer Reviews

I must have got a good one!

Written by: Mr. Moore on 06/14/2006

Vehicle

1992 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr STD Coupe

Review

Bought the car in '97 with 45000 mi. Drove it until '03 when wife blew engine driving it with blown heater hose. Had 203,000 when motor went. Had tranny rebuilt at 150,000 for $2200 dollars. New engine and shop install cost $5500, way more than car is worth. Just couldn't part with car, it's like an old friend. The car is incredibly fast for a base model & handles great. Only real drawback to the design is the placement of spoiler in the middle of the back window blocking rear view mirror, although glad for spoiler over 90 miles an hour, & back seats have no leg room. Love the car & hope for 200,000 more miles.

Favorite Features

Fast for base model, hadels very well, not susceptible to cross wind drifting on freeway, corners great very stable. Rally gauge set in dash keeps you aware of engine processes.

Suggested Improvements

Something could have been done about the lack of leg room in back before car was discontinued.

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Fun to Drive - even in the desert!

Written by: Meghan on 05/20/2006

Vehicle

1992 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Turbo 4WD Coupe

Review

I bought my RT used in Kuwait - where a good cooling system is imperative. Has proven to be excellent. The car is the only Stealth turbo in the country and still going strong after all these years. People don't know what it is! The dealership never brought the Stealth to Kuwait, so parts are a nightmare here.

Favorite Features

AWD is great - fun around corners. I didn't know it was front wheel drive until I got stuck on a sand dune.

Suggested Improvements

Like other owners, I have to complain about the ECU and the gear synchronizers. I've replaced 3 ECU's and you can usually detect the problem by a faint smoke. I've also found that if you replace the plugs and cables with high performance (Splitfire), you get a lot more power out of the car.

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Front-drive sports car!

Written by: Marcus on 01/06/2006

Vehicle

1992 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr ES Coupe

Review

An enthusiast's machine for Dodge dollars. Great handling on tight mountain curves, even in snow (#1 ski car). I just wave politely @ Subarus and SUVs when I pass them to get first tracks. Classic exterior, nothing else like it. 210 horses before the K&N air filter and 3 in. exhaust. So fun it makes commuting a blast. The bad news: expensive maintenance/repair, especially parts (timing belt, water pump, throttle body...). Needs premium gas to reach its peak. Mine has 89K miles as of 1/06, has needed choke repair, T belt/water pump, dome light sensor switch on door, currently has small leak in clutch hydraulics. Not much considering the daily pleasure of cruising it around in all conditions.

Favorite Features

Performance, visual appeal, uniqueness, interior layout, handling. Sportiest front-drive I've found. Easy to oil change. Decent gas mileage, 29 @ 75 mph at Colorado elevations. Drive a nice one of these, you'll get the picture.

Suggested Improvements

Very expensive parts/service. Diamondstar quality is better than American, not on a par with Honda/Toyota. Stealthy, yes, but could they make it invisible to police?

8 out 8 people found this review helpful

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1992 Dodge Stealth

Written by: janet on 04/25/2005

Vehicle

1992 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr ES Coupe

Review

This is the best car I ever owned! It was low maintenance, had a beautiful design outside and very comfortable inside. If they still made them, I'd buy another one to replace this one.

Favorite Features

Acceleration, extensive leg room for driver and passenger. It is like a touring car instead of just a sports car.

Suggested Improvements

Improve back seat and trunk storage. It is so much fun to drive those are minor issues!

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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By far the best

Written by: Roche on 09/29/2004

Vehicle

1992 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Turbo 4WD Coupe

Review

I bought my stealth new off the lot because all of the specs and reviews said it matched or outperformed cars double or triple the price. They were right! It's by far the most reliable car and maintenance free I've had too, although mainenance is expensive. Great in all weather including snow. After 12 years, I'm still getting 21 mpg city and over 27 mpg highway. Not bad for a twin turbo & the way I drive!

Favorite Features

Looks (looks great, but doesn't attract cops), smooth ride even into the hundreds, and its apparent stealthiness. I've been shot with radar by cops at over 100 and have yet to have one come after me.

Suggested Improvements

Better quality vinyl & interior trim.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Most Fun Car I have ever had

Written by: Mike D on 03/15/2004

Vehicle

1992 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr STD Coupe

Review

Most fun car I have ever had. Always get looks from young and old. Speed is exhilerating yet always seems safe. JUst as much fun as a Porsche or Corvette.

Favorite Features

It seems to handle better the faster you go. Always power left when you are on the expresssway.

Suggested Improvements

Start making the car again.

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Beautiful Fast Fun

Written by: Verticalted on 11/24/2003

Vehicle

1992 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Coupe

Review

I have had my Stealth for 7 years and still love driving it every chance I can. The Stealth just looks great parked, let alone going down the highway. Upkeep can be pricey, but worth it. Car is unique whose style will look great for years to come.

Favorite Features

Great looking car that doesn't age. Cockpit makes you feel you are flying a jet.

Suggested Improvements

Leather seats wear a lot at door side. Sometimes have problem getting stick in Reverse.

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awsome care

Written by: Guy Miller on 10/24/2003

Vehicle

1992 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Turbo 4WD Coupe

Review

this is car is awsome and fun to drive, its probably the fastest car i have ever had

Favorite Features

turbo, and all wheel drive, and the fact its a five speed.

Suggested Improvements

custom exausht, boost gauge, cams, turbo timer, intake, and other little stuff

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A supercar for the price of a sedan

Written by: gglafont on 07/22/2003

Vehicle

1992 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Turbo 4WD Coupe

Review

This car doesn't age at all. Its design is not outdated after more than 10 years. The tires don't wear out, it doesnt use that much fuel for the power you get. It stick to the road under bad conditions, much better than any Porshe or BMW. Its only bad point is a overweight/brake disc size. Its price used is not even half of the true value of what you get.

Favorite Features

4 wheel drive, gear box, interior space and design.

Suggested Improvements

Disk brakes upgrade. They tend to bend under strong braking at high speed in curbs.

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Praise

Written by: Taffyman222 on 05/27/2003

Vehicle

1992 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Coupe

Review

After driving a Stealth and seeing it for the first time I was in love. The speed is great, even though it is not a turbo. Heads turn as you go by. For a '92 it is in great condition and is mechanically sound. Pricing is not to bad for the amount of car you get. An all around good buy!

Favorite Features

Speed!!!! Seats are very comfortable. The looks are great.

Suggested Improvements

Dash vents on all early Stealth's are broken. The infamous valve ticking. There is no room in the back seat, there shouldnt even be one.

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