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Chris, 04/30/2009
1999 Dodge Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have owned my 99 neon sport for nearly 7 years. I purchased this car with 46k miles and have since put nearly 120k on it. It has been a very reliable car and has only left me stranded 2 times. First time was a radiator leak @ 130k miles and the second was just a loose neutral safety switch. Good in snow w/ snow tires. Performance is pretty good and cornering is a blast. Fuel economy ranged from 28mpg on low test in normal driving conditions to 39mpg on very long highway trips w/ high octane. Clear coat started to bubble up 2 years ago and headlights have fogged over due to sun exposure and need to be replaced. Over all, I feel that this has been a very good car.
neon=lemon
foreveryoung14, 02/04/2012
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Since summer 2010 I have put $2000+ dollars on that stupid car. First a bunch of gaskets blew, then it was the alternator, then it was the radiator, then the brakes, then finally the water pump...which doesn't seem like a big deal for any other car, but on a neon you have to take out the whole engine just to replace it. A $20 part turned into a $500 job. I used to love driving my car, but now when I drive it I am constantly listening for weird sounds and wondering about when it will break down next. The day the transmission goes will be the day that I scrap the car for parts. I wouldn't wish this car on my worst enemy.
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really good buy
maidmarion, 06/17/2002
1999 Dodge Neon R/T 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
we love our little "hi" car.
Love my R/T
scotr, 11/20/2009
1999 Dodge Neon R/T 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I'm more than happy with my '99 Neon R/T. It handles very nicely and with regular maintenance has been extremely reliable. I avg around 25 mpg in town and 37 mpg highway (all of which is at an elevation of 3500 ft or higher)on 87 octane reg gas. Head gasket blew at the 3 yr mark but dealer covered it. Headlights dull badly with age but aftermarket polishing helps. Seems to burn out an O-2 sensor every few years and the moonroof tracks have both broken once despite minimal use. Biggest problem (chronic to Neons) is the intermittent failure of the instrument cluster (due, I'm told, to poor solder connections). All in all this car has been incredibly reliable, fun to drive and economical.
Fun to drive and reliable too!
gr00vych1k, 05/20/2003
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a very fun car to drive - it is very reliable, gets decent gas mileage, and takes corners like it's on rails! I purchased this car after owning a ford escort, which gave me nothing but problems. I have had the Neon for two years and have had minimal problems. The car has been completely reliable despite the commute I have put it through.
1999 Dodge Neon highline AUTOMATIC
samanthawade, 09/05/2013
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I just want to start off by saying, this car has been very great since I've had it. I have had it for almost 2 years. It is a 1999 and it only has 65,000 miles as of right now. The only problem that has happened since, is a leak in the break line, which was a very cheap fix. The car has great MPG and trunk space. I would recommend to an elderly woman or new driver! The only thing I cannot stand about this car is the size. IT'S SO SMALL. I am not an extremely large person, but I am not tiny. It is very uncomfortable to drive. I am in the market for a new car because I can't handle how small this car is. I do not recommend this car to anyone who is a little overweight.
GREAT LITTLE CAR
PAT, 12/09/2009
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My husband and I inherited this car in 2002 with about 10,000 mi. Now it is a little over 39,000 and has had very little problems. Is just starting to. Have a major oil leak & had new cam shank sensor put in. Getting 2 belts & new valve gasket. Is very good on gas. I've driven highways long & short drives & it never failed me. If it only had a CD player and faster start-up it would be perfect! I chose to keep this car over 95 Nissan Maxima fully loaded to sell for husband's funeral, and am glad I chose to keep the Neon. Is a nice ride.
typical low end vehicle
horselover, 06/23/2004
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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.
For the price you can't beat the Neon
Derek0302, 08/28/2004
1999 Dodge Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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
1999 Dodge Neon Coupe
kbuhl, 11/01/2004
1999 Dodge Neon Sport 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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.
Neon = your car care
Jeff the neon, 01/28/2022
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Neons might not have a good rep but what I’ve found it’s from people treating them like civics not changing fluids often enough or doing basic maintenance, these cars have gotten into 500k miles before , the reason the oem headgasket failed is because the cylinder 4 bolt holes weren’t drilled deep enough to torque to spec the solution to that was a 4 ply mls headgasket, timing belts/water pump need replaced either 100k miles or 10 years (at least the belt) take care of your cars they will take care of you(I’ve owned 3 of them) first one I sold because i didn’t take good care of it so it needed some engine work (just valves) the 2nd from purchase had an auto trans that was just bad I decided to use as a parts car for my 3rd as it had around 150k miles and am redoing gaskets , if your looking at one nowadays especially if it’s a 90s model you have to consider that’s a 23-28 year old car gaskets and suspension will need some love. Neons we’re good people were just bad and abused them
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Troopx3, 10/16/2006
1999 Dodge Neon Competition 2dr Coupe
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
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.
so so car overall since i bought mine, trying to make her better
missyg24, 09/01/2012
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
2 of 8 people found this review helpful
i got a 99 dodge neon off craigslist,for $700.120k miles, so far its a bad deal,needs alot of work inside (radio) n out/under least i got aftermarket tail lights.still have the old ones just incase i get a newer model neon.my coworker has a 95 neon,her steering wheel thing tilt when mine dont,wtf! someone on the other shift then me owns a plymouth neon looks to be same yr look,theres is in better condition then mine.also i am useto driving a trailblazer my mom owned (2diff yrs she owned) they have cruise control, n power windows). for a neon its popular,i've seen many neons both ply's/ddg's.im a chevy gurl driving a dodge lol. ill repost in coming wks/months my review once i get her fixed u
1999 Dodge Neon
kgodbold0873, 05/31/2012
1999 Dodge Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I hate this car. It has to many problems. I bought this car with 91,XXX miles on it and ive already had so many problem. So far ive had to replace the transmission coolant hoses and last night when i was driving it discovered i have to now replace the water pump and the water overflow where the antifreeze goes. I would NOT recomend this car or and DODGE NEON or DODGE to any one i know or will know in the future. THEY SUCK!!!!
piece of junk Neon
jimf, 12/28/2007
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
A fun Car
scarter, 07/15/2002
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love my Neon. It's pretty comfortable, reliable, and fuel efficient. I've had no problems with it (other than replacing the battery)in the past 3 1/2 years. The only things that they could improve: more trunk space and there is only one mirror on the driver side visor. The passenger needs one too!! :)
Pleasant surprise
sofarsogood, 08/20/2002
1999 Dodge Neon Sport 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Fun little car with Honda like reliability. Purchased as an alternate fuel efficient "tow" vehicle for my jet ski and it performed beyond my expectations. Pulls a 500 lb jet ski with ease using manual 5-speed. Has over 60000 miles on routine oil changes and a battery replacement. Dodge did something right with this car.
Neon Sport
jeffersonmin, 08/19/2002
1999 Dodge Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
No problems to date with this car. The interior on the Sport is so much more comfortable than the more basic models. Can do at least 110 MPH (DOHC engine in mine)if you want it to.
Fun car; less than poor quality
LaBron, 08/23/2002
1999 Dodge Neon R/T 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Fun driving car, great on the track, great gas mileage. It's got rattles throughout the car and it's spent more time in the shop than reasonable. Blown head gasket, warped trim, a/c compressor failure, electric sunroof failure, injectors clogged even on premium gas!! Essentially, if you want fun to drive and reliablitity together you should buy something else.
Best Economy Car Late 90's
micweb, 08/27/2002
1999 Dodge Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sure, a Toyota or Honda might be more reliable, but a used 1999 Neon will be a lot cheaper. In reality, the 1999 Neon is highly reliable - they got all the bugs out of this car originally introduced in 1995. It rides and handles like a much bigger car - it is fast and safe. Good gas mileage too. The 3 speed automatic isn't as good - it needs the fourth speed. The 5 speed is great, like a sports car.
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vanilla, 11/20/2002
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
over all this car is very good! There have been a few things that required servicing more than once. The sunroof has caused a few concerns as well as the head gasket leaking. Both items being covered under the warranty.
dodge fan scarred for life
what a joke, 11/23/2002
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
this was the first new car i bought. I have taken awesome care and have always been an avid dodge fan. this car has been a bad joke. it had major electrical problems at one month, a new stereo at two months, a blown headgasket, two major oil leaks one at 38000 just after warrenty and dodge told me" its too bad, those cars all have oil leaks" they wouldn't help at all. the repair of the leaks cost me about 2000.00 total. now it hasa transmission leak, the trunk will no longer open from the inside and the rear doors will no longer unlock with the power locks. What a dissapointment.
Best Car
astronomer, 02/04/2003
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the best car that I have ever owned. Perfect point A to point B vehicle and has been very reliable. Never done anything except change oil and put in fuel. Gets almost 40 mpg (I drive mostly on the highway).
Best value
arcdude, 08/29/2003
1999 Dodge Neon R/T 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
What a great deal! Used Neons are incredibly cheap and you get a great car for the price. With the 5 speed, you get performance that is not expected from an economy car. And with all the aftermarket performance parts available, you can get it to perform as high as you want. The look on the face of the young, smartaleck 5.0 Mustang owner as he gets blown away by a Neon is priceless!!!
Neon R/T
micknick, 09/04/2003
1999 Dodge Neon R/T 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
5 years of reliable, problem free driving. I have personally performed all service on this vehicle and found it to be easy to work on. I have not experienced the leaky head gasket that had plagued earlier models.
Dependable - I'd buy another
Eagle77, 09/26/2003
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new for a second vehicle. The car now had over 68,000 miles and dependability has been outstanding. The only repair maintenance needed was to replace the rear brake pads and the dealer replaced a trunk spring under warranty that would not hold up the trunk lid. If there is a disappointment it is the gas milage, I'm getting 24MPG with an automatic transmission and I thought I would get better. When I buy a car to replace it, a new Neon will be at the top of my list.
99 Dodge R/T
Kevin K, 11/03/2003
1999 Dodge Neon R/T 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great car so far.
Save yourself the money
ugly54, 12/01/2003
1999 Dodge Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had a horrible time with my neon. I have had trouble with the electrical system. The radio is known to turn on by itself without the car even on. The dash board, head lights, etc. will on occasion not work as well. Next, the sunroof stopped working. Finally, the transmission went at 49,000 miles.This is not what I would consider a reliable car.
Great Fun Driving Car
mactart, 01/02/2004
1999 Dodge Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Fun to Drive, Peppy, 4Doors a great asset, back seat plenty of room, back seat split also used quite a few times. Love the cloth seats, and sun roof when it worked. It's broken twice, fortunately broke closed. Use my MP3 Player in the cassette player slot which I cannot do with a CD. Had a blown head gasket, and two sun roof failures. I still love driving it the head gasket was repaired after warranty ran out, but actually started to leak before warranty was up, but didn't realize what it was.
Mini Viper Strikes without warning
Steven D., 02/20/2004
1999 Dodge Neon R/T 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Compact, fast, tight handling, awsome gearbox, unlimited possiblities. pulling up to a stop light next to a camaron iroc-z, and beating the crap out of it, makes you feel that much better because your getting 20 mph more than they ever will.
Good for what it is.
big_dog, 03/10/2004
1999 Dodge Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Purchased new; my only vehicle since 1999. Excellent gas mileage, fun to drive - faster than a 6 cylinder Mustang. Very nimble around town and a stable freeway cruiser. Of course, I also have the 5 speed and DOHC. Absolutely no problems and going on 80K miles. For comparison, I drove an Audi TT w/180hp and could not "feel" a difference in acceleration or handling (though I don't mean to suggest that the Neon is a better car!). However, the wind noise at 55mph or above is awful. I plan on keeping this vehicle to play with when I replace it with a new Audi or Porsche, etc.
A pretty fair car
Miramichier, 06/29/2006
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.)
The neon Car For America
donald duck luver, 04/26/2004
1999 Dodge Neon Competition 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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!
I Hate This Car
kellyj, 05/20/2004
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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!!
Had to have a Neon R/T
Larry Hofmeister, 06/04/2004
1999 Dodge Neon R/T 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
a real neon
crunkone, 03/08/2003
1999 Dodge Neon Sport 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car was my favorite car. It held up very very well. It was fast, nimble, and very sporty. The onlt thing this car didn't have was leather and a CD player, then it would be perfect. It also had lots of room for it's size. It was hard to find and after my brother wrecked mine, I couldn't find it again. I ended up with a 2001 but I was very dissapointed. It's weak and gets terrible gas mileage. And half of the problems I have, the dealer either can't or wont fix it. Like a sulphuric smell that nausiates me.
Lovin' my Neon.
limniade, 09/01/2005
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
Neon igreat car for teens or those on a low budget
Rick Bindhamer, 09/28/2016
1999 Dodge Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Neons are typical of low frills standard economy cars. While not sexy or in any way a head-turner, they are still kind of cute and a great used vehicle for a teen's first car and a good daily driver. They are pleasant to drive and fairly comfortable for the occasional long distance trip (as long as you're sitting in the front.) The rear seats are less comfortable, but not as bad as many similar economy vehicles. One of the best thing about Neons are that they are pretty darn dependable as long as you keep up the regular maintenance. The one very common, quirky problem are chronic electrical connector problems with the dash cluster. This is a well known defect in this vehicle in that the electrical solder joints in the clusters are prone to being weak and the clusters invariably end up with cracked solder joints. causing intermittent or continual bad connections. (The speedometer/odometer not working or erratic, other gauges not working, trouble-lights coming on, etc...) Replacing the cluster usually ends up with the replacement cluster eventually experiencing the same problem. But there usually isn't actually a need to replace the cluster. Instead, remove it and have someone with basic soldering skills, re-solder all the joints. Re-install the cluster, and most of the time it will work fine.
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