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Used 1997 Dodge Neon Consumer Reviews

3.5 out of 5 stars
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2.88 out of 5 stars

should go manual.

hherve, 07/12/2003
1997 Dodge Neon Highline 2dr Coupe
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Decent car. The automatic transmission makes the performance poor. The comfort is fine. In brief, a very good car if you just look for 1 engine 4 wheels, 4/5 seats and a roomy trunk. Should have got it manual and it would have been great (hopefully).

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3.13 out of 5 stars

not pleased

not pleased, 09/03/2002
1997 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
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Got it at 42k. I have put another 45k on it, but have also put tons of repair money too. This year alone I have put a new headgasket, brakes(again), suspension, ignition wires, battery (again), and it still needs work on the AC. The sticker price might not me too high, but you'll make it up in repairs. Although I hear later models have improved.

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2.5 out of 5 stars

run in the exact opposite direction

sucka with a clunka, 01/09/2004
1997 Dodge Neon 4dr Sedan
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the price sounded good. thats about it. they should pay the consumer to take the car from them. fun to drive when it runs right. those times are few and far between. bad head gaskets, fuel pumps, cam seal, bad brake life, light seals, not to mention all the noise. wind noise is annoying at highway speeds, occasional clunking from front end, and the rear struts always sound like they're shot too. and the worst part is when the noises are checked by professionals they can't find anything wrong. if you enjoy getting taken then i suggest buying a dodge/plymouth neon.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

I love this car!

mnewland2, 01/08/2004
1997 Dodge Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
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Exclusive owner for all 7 years, 67k miles. This was the fastest, best handling compact available at the time. The host of aftermarket performance parts available keeps it competitive. Not a cushy luxury car, but for the enthusiast on a budget. The ONLY reliability problems were the head gasket (fixed by dealer for $100), and the gauge panel (fixed under warranty.) Routinely get over 30 mpg in mixed driving.

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Good little car.

jarriop, 05/14/2002
1997 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
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I purchased the Neon for my girl friend. But found that this little car quite fun to drive. Aside from the little noises, the drivers door opening sensor not working (Even after having dodge fix it.) This little car is a brisk accelerater. Ihave currently begun modifying the car, starting with a cold air intake, and next is my exsaust.(Manifold is shot, as is my muffler.) I purchased the car with 62000 miles on it.

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