1994 Dodge Stealth Review

I scored when I found this one!

Written by: skcyclist on 06/25/2008

Vehicle

1994 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Turbo 4WD Hatchback

Review

This is one spectacular automobile. I found it in Irvine, CA with under 55,000 well cared for miles. It is stock and original. I paid $8500 cash and have put another $1600 in for 60,000 mile service and timing belt. Clutch is stiff compared to my Plymouth Laser RS (AWD/turbo), but easy to get used to and necessary due to awesome power. The car has original red paint in excellent condition due to being garaged all it's life. I'm 65 years old, and this is the best car I've ever owned. Next in line would be my 56 Chevy Bel Air convertible purchased in 1962 and my 1992 Plymouth Laser bought in 1999. The Laser and Stealth are related in being Mitsubishi designs.

Favorite Features

It's all good. Though I have to get the cruise control to work. All else is OK. Exhaust sounds menacing, though not loud. Like the adjustable suspension, though truth be told I can't tell much difference between tour and sport settings. (I'm told they are subtle) Fuel economy not bad for 320 HP.

Suggested Improvements

None to speak of, other than why did they stop making them? No matter, scarcity adds to value and uniqueness.

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Red Rocket II

Written by: Red Rocket on 04/28/2008

Vehicle

1994 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Turbo 4WD Hatchback

Review

After owning a 91 rt/tt (see review), I decided to finally buy another one a year after selling the 91. Big mistake. The styling of the 94 was not as great as the 91 and the 6 spd was much clumsier than the long ratioe 5 spd. I bought the car in ca and drove it north to wa. The handling was unpredictable and the performance lacked feeling. Felt like a Dodge car instead of a Mitsubishi 3000gt which it was. This came out in the rain 5 days after buying it when the car spun out at 45 mph on a relatively straight freeway onramp (with proper tires). Both of us walked away with sore backs and a prayer as the car was a total loss after it hit the fence backwards. Go buy a low mile 91-93 R/T instead.

Favorite Features

Great stereo, comfortable seats, 24 mpg, Bright Red Paint

Suggested Improvements

Dodge lost something in the 1994 revised model. Should have kept with the first one and this car would have made it a few more years on the market. Steering, power, style, aws too rough, 6 spd. I should have just bought another 91-93 model.

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94 Dodge Stealth R/T Luxury

Written by: mtsmitty82169 on 12/31/2005

Vehicle

1994 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Luxury Hatchback

Review

Have had no problems with this car since I have bought it. I've owned it for about 6 months and it has been very dependable. Handling and power is impressive. Turns heads at every corner. Very pleased with performance. Needs few repairs done only because of its age and mileage. Really is a great buy for the money and performance. This style is very rare to see and I am a proud owner. I plan on keeping this car for a long time.

Favorite Features

One of a kind look that never goes out of style. Is exciting and fun to drive. I enjoy the design and performance that seems ahead of its time. I haven't found one like mine yet.

Suggested Improvements

Driver's seat leather seems to wear easily from entering and exiting the car. Not really made to fit more than two people. Car would be not as heavy if it didn't have four seats.

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Best value on the market

Written by: Blake Hardin on 03/21/2005

Vehicle

1994 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr R/T Turbo 4WD Hatchback

Review

I had a lot of time to research the purchase of my first sport car. The Stealth/3000gt beats every car out there in options and value, just falling short of the new vette and cars of that class. This is unbelievable considering what you can buy the Stealth for these days. It is often thousands less than a VR4 with the same millage, even though theyare the same car! There are many ways to upgrade the car, and given the rarity ofthe Stealth many people think it is somesort of Viper. Performance will blow you away, put on an aftermarket suspension and there is no limit to the handling of this car. Upgrade the turbos, and you will be upthere with the new vette/911.

Favorite Features

AWD, Anti-lock brackes, all-wheelsteering, minimal turbo lag. The car is rare, yet inexpensive. Spend 5K on turbo and fuel upgrade and this platform will take you as far as you want to go.

Suggested Improvements

The car is a little tight for tall people like me.

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Sweet Ride

Written by: jagger01 on 08/16/2004

Vehicle

1994 Dodge Stealth 2 Dr STD Hatchback

Review

Bought the car after highschool, owned it for about a year and a half and had virtually no problems. Only ones were fuel filter, and carbon build up in the intake caused stalling. Car was great fun to drive, superb ride although soft handling due to non-turbo suspension. Car was very reliable, heater and A/C took a while to come on but both worked flawlessly. The V6 had great power, and torque whenever you needed it in any gear. All nessesary features were easily accessable to the driver. Front seats held two adults comfortably, however rear seats seemed they were added merely to lower insurance costs. Even without ABS option the brakes performed exceptionally

Favorite Features

Great gas mileage

Suggested Improvements

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