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Used 1996 Dodge Neon Sedan Consumer Reviews

3.4 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars

damiler should not have gotten involved

robert filips, 10/22/2002
1996 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan
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headgasket, and peeling paint

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Good little reliable car

Elisa, 05/18/2005
1996 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan
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I bought my Neon in 12/2000 and it has always been a great little car for the money. It does have its problems but what car doesn't? Some notable ones were: the head gasket blew at 43,000 miles. The air conditioner worked great until 60,000. The transmission needed replacement at 115,000. Cosmetically, the paint seems to be a big problem with Neons, as it starts to peel and chip around 80,000 miles. It has always been very reliable for me- always starts when you need it to. The ride is a little noisy as the windows sometimes don't seal properly. The seats are relatively comfortable. The only complaint I have is cruise control is not standard. I would recommend the Neon for a 1st car or single person/couple.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

NEON - EXCELLENT, NEVER NEEDS REPAIRS!

BNeon, 07/18/2004
1996 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan
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Car was bought new in 96. Car has never failed me yet. Only returned to the dealer once for the infamous headgasket leak at 47k miles. Even though the car was out of warranty Chrysler fixed it for free! Car starts on the coldest mornings, A/C blows extremely cold on the hottest days. Car is very quick with the manual transmission, and gas mileage is excellent, can get 40mpg+ over the highway. Can't be happier with a car, cost $9000 new and still going strong! What more can you ask for?

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Neon Sport

Beth D., 07/08/2004
1996 Dodge Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
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Perhaps I've had a bad experience because of the dealership I went through to get my car, but so far I've paid for much more than this car's value. It worked perfectly the first 6 mnths. I had it, but now there is continually a different problem each week and it has become more of a headache than a joy. I'm beginning to learn that purchasing this car was a bad investment. I've had to replace the head gasket (which Neons are supposedly known for having problems with), and I'm having continual battery problems (which may be related to the alternator). This was originally a great car, maybe I just got stuck with a lemon.

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2.25 out of 5 stars

Do not buy!

UNHAPPY, 10/27/2008
1996 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan
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This is the worst vehicle that I have ever known. Granted, I bought it salvage title due to a small dent. It only had 70k and I figured it was a champ, by the sound of the engine. $3,000 later, I hate myself for it. I've been through every system of this car. The head gasket, the alternator, the fuel pump, etc. I loath Dodge. Never buy a Neon. Reviews like this are common for this model. I am junking it tomorrow for less than I bought it.

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