1999 Dodge Neon Consumer Reviews

piece of junk Neon

Written by: jimf on 12/28/2007

Vehicle

1999 Dodge Neon 4 Dr Highline Sedan

Review

This car has got to be a low point in US auto build quality. It is a piece of junk. DO NOT BUY ONE ! Ever !!... At 20K the head gasket blew which Chrysler refused to cover. The head lights frosted over within 3 years. The moon roof broke before the car was 2 years old. The center tail light seal failed thus filling the trunk with rain water. The power windows misaligned after 3 years making the doors very difficult to open. The power door locks stopped functioning on the rear doors. Now, with only 47000 very gentle miles on it, the rear main seal blew out putting a quart of oil on the road every 60 miles. Oh yes, the tranny will not go into 3rd gear when cold. Has done this for years.

Favorite Features

None, this is the biggest piece of junk since the Vega.

Suggested Improvements

Burn all reamaining copies of 1999 Neons

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Coupe competition

Written by: Troopx3 on 10/15/2006

Vehicle

1999 Dodge Neon 2 Dr Competition Coupe

Review

The Neon is fast, but my fuel economy is bad. Other than that, the car is excellent. For a small car, it is roomy and comfortable.

Favorite Features

The line of mods that can be put on.

Suggested Improvements

Put an iceman cold air intake, an exaust, afermarket manifold, and rims.

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A pretty fair car

Written by: Miramichier on 06/29/2006

Vehicle

1999 Dodge Neon 4 Dr Highline Sedan

Review

I bought my 1999 Neon with the idea of saving money on gas and maintance,which I must say I was right in that respect, for gas mileage and easy maintance this (so far) had been a great little car, but(and there always is a but) on a drive over 25 miles the seats are really uncomfortable. They feel like you are sitting on two pieces of plywood. My car has a/c and that really doesn`t have the capacity to really cool the interior of the car on a really hot day (and yes I did have the service ppl at my local a/c shop look at it and they say it`s as good as it can be.)

Favorite Features

This car is very peppy, goes like stink. Gives great gas mileage and stops well. Starts great in the Canadian winter even without using the block heater.

Suggested Improvements

Improve the A/C unit and put in a better seat and there`s the perfect little car.

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Lovin' my Neon.

Written by: limniade on 09/01/2005

Vehicle

1999 Dodge Neon 4 Dr Highline Sedan

Review

I've had my 4-Door Neon Sport for over six years now. I drove it off the lot with 8 miles on the odometer, and today I'll roll over 107,000. I've had almost NO problems, except for an alignment issue and frozen wheel bearing due to an accident. The car handles very well, especially for a 3- speed automatic. I don't get a ton of pickup, but it's a zippy little car that's as fun to drive as it was the day I bought it. The brakes squeal a little, the car's got a lot of air noise, but it's been a champ for as long as I've owned it. I know a number of Neon owners have had issues at 60K miles, and I bought the '99 thinking they'd have the bugs out by then, and it's been very reliable for me.

Favorite Features

The power sunroof, the stock radio was surprisingly decent, the handling, the surprising amount of roominess. I can fit a lot of stuff into this car, and having the extra power features made it a very enjoyable drive.

Suggested Improvements

A lot of air noise, the brakes squeak, not a lot of power right out of the gate. (I didn't really expect to have that with a 3-speed, though.) All windows should be power (only the front ones are). Otherwise, carry on!

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1999 Dodge Neon Coupe

Written by: kbuhl on 11/01/2004

Vehicle

1999 Dodge Neon 2 Dr Sport Coupe

Review

Good car until about 60,000 miles, lots of rattles. Everything starts wearing out. $2000 in repairs in the last year. I would not buy another used one, or a new one if it's only gonna last 60,000 miles.

Favorite Features

Exterior styling

Suggested Improvements

Better build quality needed.

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For the price you can't beat the Neon

Written by: Derek0302 on 08/28/2004

Vehicle

1999 Dodge Neon 4 Dr Sport Sedan

Review

I love my 99 Dodge Neon (DOHC). Best car i have ever owned....No problems so far with 130k miles....I only replaced the timing belt (wasn't in need of it but thought b4 it was I would replace it) Great cars thinking about buying a SRT-4...Keep up the good work Dodge

Favorite Features

Gas--For 150hp and 27-30 mpg can't beat it...I race Mits Eclipse with 130k and still win....Very Strong Motor

Suggested Improvements

Not really much more you can change about them....Once you start adding stuff then the best part about the car (the Price) goes up so for what you get and the price you pay good deal....if you want more add on later.

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typical low end vehicle

Written by: horselover on 06/23/2004

Vehicle

1999 Dodge Neon 4 Dr Highline Sedan

Review

I would not recommend this car to anyone that does not want to do car repairs. My main master seal went out, my head gasket went out Transmission was getting ready to go out when I finally sold the car. I had no problems with the car until it hit 60,000 miles before that point it was a great car.

Favorite Features

sporty design

Suggested Improvements

working parts.

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Had to have a Neon R/T

Written by: Larry Hofmeister on 06/04/2004

Vehicle

1999 Dodge Neon 2 Dr R/T Coupe

Review

Loved the look of these R/Ts when they came out and had been very pleased with my 4 door Neons purchased in 1995 and 1998. It's sharp, comfortable and responsive. Good road manners even on a long drive. 5 speed is a joy to shift. My only disappointment; I don't think this car is as quick as it should be, although I'm not one to pound on equipment either.

Favorite Features

Exterior appearance, seating, 5 speed transmission.

Suggested Improvements

Could use improvement in "low end" engine performance. A bit peaky and not as quick overall as it should be.

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I Hate This Car

Written by: kellyj on 05/20/2004

Vehicle

1999 Dodge Neon 4 Dr Highline Sedan

Review

Where do I begin with my complaints? You name it, and it has broken on my Neon. I have replaced the head gasket, the transmission, the sunroof motor (twice), water pump, and the starter twice and it is still not running at this current time. I would NEVER recommend a Neon to anyone that I know. I have had nothing but problems with this car. Most of the stuff was covered under my warrenty, but it is still the hassel of taking it to the garage every month and being without a car for a few days because it has broken down again!!

Favorite Features

I don't like anything about this car!

Suggested Improvements

Everything.....

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The neon Car For America

Written by: donald duck luver on 04/26/2004

Vehicle

1999 Dodge Neon 2 Dr Competition Coupe

Review

Dear www.edmund.com, This car is basically the best car. Its fast,comfortable, and a really cool car. Its sensible and safe for any teenager. Like me, anyway about the car its easy to drive (and doesent have a stupid stick shifts.) Well thats all why the neon is a good car so long!

Favorite Features

My favorite features are the seats, and the radio with all those speakers. Also the cool blue my car has on the exterior.

Suggested Improvements

I basically don't have any improvements except the car needs a cd player.

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