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Crap box
Bigwig, 10/22/2010
1995 Plymouth Neon 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought the car with 48K on the car. Since I have owned it (over a year) I have been through TWO coil packs, countless quarts of oil because it leaks and the speedometer and gas gauge only work periodically. The windows leak and the headlights are lame. My rear speakers are blown as well.
My Neon
Jeanne, 03/25/2005
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This 5-speed Neon is a peppy little, gas-saving, bundle of fun to drive. The trunk is amazinly large and the back seat can fit two adults fairly comfortably and three uncomfortably - okay for not too long a drive. If I had a negative comment about this car, it would be that climbing hills is trying because I do lose power doing so, but I've had it for 10 years and still love it.
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erikd, 11/05/2005
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My 1995 Plymouth Neon was a great car until it gave up the ghost. I bought it used in 2000 with 51,000 miles on it. I used it extensively to drive from KS to WI, and for a while had a 60 mile one way daily commute. The first problem was that the AC blew out on long trips...froze up the compressor. I had it fixed twice, it broke twice, and I gave up. Then at about 165,000 miles, I lost the timing belt because of the water pump going out, and the last straw was a blown piston ring at 176,000 miles. The body is still surprisingly good despite WI and KS winters. All in all, this is a great little daily driver, and I'm thinking of putting in a remanufactured engine to get some more life out of the body.
Avoid this junk, Buy a Honda Reliable!
revan04, 02/19/2004
1995 Plymouth Neon 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought used 17,000 miles on it. I drove for 5 months before two of the valves cracked. Dealer replaced my car 4 free. Problems soon began, 1) Had the brakes replaced at 35,000, cracked down the middle.(2)Oil pan started to leak, replaced gasket.(3) speedometer stoped working. (4) Had the A/C compressor replaced. 5) Changed the lower engine mount. POS had cost me $3000 in repairs and caused 5 major problems. Car started to leak oil, this time it was the rear main seal. Car had been lightly driven and now had 52,000 miles. Enraged, I sold it to a kid for $1000. Car had a fair value of around $3500. Lost thousands of dollars on this vehicle.
Blessed
Neon Love, 12/29/2006
1995 Plymouth Neon 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought the Neon with 40,000 miles in '96. We have put almost nothing into repairs in all these years. Around 90k, the speedometer broke and the front passenger window wouldn't close if you dared open it. That door sometimes gets stuck and won't open and needs prying. The exterior paint has peeled and looks like a Florida sunburn. Now, somewhere over 100,000 miles, the A.C.has finally died. You gotta love this car! It keeps on running and has never left us stranded. We figure we got our money's worth and have been using it to make quick trips around town.
Another Bad American Car
Scooter14, 04/02/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Way more problems than a car is worth. In 80k of miles I've had the A/C go out twice, blown a head gasket, completely remake the brakes twice and numerous other problems. You buy a cheap car you get a cheap car. I wish I had bought a Civic
95 sport
cliff, 06/24/2008
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
So far, this car has been very fun to drive and have had no problems with it. It is a great gas saver car and runs very well. It has a few mods to it and really flys down the road. I love the car and would tell others to get one. If you take care of the car, it will last you for a long time as this one has.
NO
otismar, 04/22/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
bought w/ 16k. lost AC @ 33k. head gasket @ 53k. numerous other problems....some expensive, some just not right! PLEASE DON'T BUY THIS CAR. (though i wrote a nasty note to Chrysler and they reimbursed me for 1/2 of out-of-pocket expenses.
Never Again
Neon Hater, 04/25/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I would never in a million years buy another Neon. The only thing that I found Neon about the car was the glowing sign above it that says P.O.S. Every mechanic I have talked to said that this is about as bad a car as you can get. I had to have the brakes (the whole thing. brakes, calipers, etc) because there is an apparent problem Chrysler had with the OEM brakes and they rust so much that the front calipers stop working. Now, after only 65,000 miles of regular driving, not racing, the whole transmission needs to be replaced. This car has been in the shop at least once a year for a $1k repair. Overall, this is the worse vehicle anyone could ever want.
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport
K9, 05/05/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Positives: Fun to drive. Good acceleration. ABS saved my life once. Good reliable car for almost 8 years until my son totaled it. Negatives: At 5 years needed new AC charge. At 7 years, replaced fan relay ($8 bucks).
Initially a Lemon, but aging well.
jtt224, 05/09/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Burned up its first spark plugs in 9K miles; on its 8th set now. Replaced A/C compressor twice, brake master cylinder, vacuum assist, turn signal switch twice, trunk seals, MOTOR MOUNTS at around 20K, OEM tires lasted only 26K; BUT...at 73K now has minimal rattles and squeaks, and still holds a dead-straight line. Head gasket hasn't blown yet, a common problem in early Neons; does not burn oil or smoke. The interior isn't falling apart, although the floor mats don't hold position too well. Has very limited cargo space, although the rear seats fold down. The 3-speed automatic, maligned by many, has given me no grief.
'95 Neon
Ty, 01/16/2009
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My mom bought this car brand new in July '94. It was pretty good for the first 3 years, then she began to experience problems after. The transmission conked out after 86,759 miles.
No problems here
ply-mouth, 06/07/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is cheap, fun to drive, and, in my experience, very reliable. The only problem that I've had is that the radio burned up and damaged the AC controls at around 90k miles. Other than that, I've done nothing but normal maintenance. This car is great.
95 Neon Sport almost finished
gravy, 06/25/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I started out in my Neon with a lease. Big mistake! I wound up paying a lot of money for it in the long run, but the car went everywhere, cross-country 3 times, up and down the west coast 5 or 6 times. Just now, at 100,000 miles is the car giving me problems. I just replaced the timing belt, h20 pump, etc. I'd like to get rid of it for something a bit bigger.
From Bad to Worse
1995 White Lemon, 07/03/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought new. First week stock battery failed. Driver's door handle squeaks since new - never solved. First month speedometer head failed. Rear alignment so bad that original tires lasted less than 25,000 miles w/ proper rotation. Head gasket went at 75,000. Water pump seized at 105,000 at hiway speed. Bent all 16 valves. On 2nd A/C compressor... Space limits failure list.
Reliable and fun
Super Mom, 08/01/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car when first available. It has been trouble free to drive I now have 145K miles on it. Nothing but routine maintainence, no oil leaks and great gas mileage. My husband does the tuneups and oil changes. He loves the fact that you can count on this car to perform.
Good small car.
FirstNeonsOwner, 08/08/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for 7 years. Head gasket replaced under warranty at about 10k. AC failed at 56k. Besides that, however, NOTHING has failed. Just fill up the gas, change oil, and go! Unfortunately, now, at 100k, I noticed some leaks under the car. I've been told it's a bearing seal. Overall: great looking, pretty reliable car. Well, after saying "Hi!" (remember that?), it's time to say "Bye!" to this cute car.
The absolute worse car ever!!!
Amy, 06/05/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had nothing but problems with this car, most notably the head gasket, a/c and then the clutch all within six months. Then the brakes went, along with the heat system and the speedometer. I wish I would have went with the cavalier that was sitting right next to this car on the lot.
Never Again
roy, 02/28/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
When this cars start to have problem it never stops and it is never minor it leaks oil all the time .the dealers all say it is normal ?
For my first car...not too shabby
The Cool Guy, 01/01/2003
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Excellent exterior, no paint chips after almost 8 years. Great gas mileage. the only problem I can complain about is some electrical work. The horn wasn't working when I bought it so I had it fixed. It needed a new clockspring-needless to say it's a $100 part, but it works perfectly fine now. I sometimes have problems with the left signal, it will only work when a press the signal lever down firmly-but it doesn't happen always. It's a fun car to drive with enough room for friends and belongings.
Not Bad
kinglouie, 01/28/2003
1995 Plymouth Neon 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car was O.K. we drove the crap out of it and we never had any problems with it at all. Not even the head gaskets which surprised my mechanic.
Don't be a sucker like me
Sucker, 07/03/2003
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After this car I swore not to ever own another American car again. At first, it was great, looked great, drove great, but problems really started around 40K mileage. A couple of factory recalls, which was really expected since it was its first year in the market. But now I have to get a new car, because at 80K, the engine is burning oil and I have to check the oil levels every week and add more to it. Compared to Japanese cars, this is a true junk and unless you have money to waste, don't buy it!
Review of SuzyQ!
diana, 07/12/2003
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have owned my neon (Suzy Q) for almost two year now. It is my first car and I love it. I have had problems with it from the previous owners mistakes but none since I fixed those.
Not Bad
Matt G, 07/30/2003
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had few problems with this car. The only thing was the head gasket about 75,000. It has had no other major problems. Drives good and the gas mileage is outstanding. The 5- speed is the was to go. The brakes are as good as new at 122,000. Cant complain about this car.
Great little car
Withan, 08/06/2003
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Drove at 115 MPH between San Antonio and Houston and it still got over 20 MPG. Have to get this car with manual transmission.
Never Again
Commuter, 09/20/2003
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Had to many problems to count, including the usual head gasket replacement. Left me stranded out on the highway several times.
Practicality always wins
SC4wheelerman, 12/17/2003
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Our Neon had been a reliable workhouse for the nine years that we have owned it. When it cmae my tunr to drive 2 years ago it was my first car, and it was always fun to drive and it has a peppy 4 cylinder engine. We have never had any major problems with it and it's still running strong. I must say though that the factory sound system leaves alot to be desired.
bob
suki1916, 03/20/2004
1995 Plymouth Neon 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
not very fast, not a lot of hp
95 Neon
Dennis, 06/29/2006
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great gas mileage. Getting 38 to 41 mpg highway and 29 to 30 here which is in some serious mountains -- traveling over two mountains twice a day with elevations from 900 to almost 4000 feet. Handles good and plenty of power for something that gets that good of gas mileage. Front seats roomy but small back legroom. Large trunk. Headlight lenses turned milky over the years and rubber gaskets around windows, etc. cracking. Easily shifts gears, paint not so great.
Good car, just needs better engine
esa17, 04/11/2004
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for almost 4 yrs. Bought used and was in an accident with 56k miles, the only problems i've had was a bad starter, the leaking head gasket problem and oxygen sensors after 105k. It's pretty reliable just needs a better engine and maybe a 4-speed auto trans.
My Gem
Gem, 08/05/2006
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have enjoyed my Neon for 12 years (bought new). Gem, the car, has driven from Canada to Houston, Texas in summer heat. Never a rattle or shake on the highway! I found Gem to be very reliable.
Bang for the Buck
VinRam, 04/25/2004
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Neon Sport new and have nothing negative to say about it. I did have a couple of problems (that were covered by warranty) so it wasn't too bad. The car is now 10 years old with 280,000 miles and with the exception of some color fading (just on the hood and left front panel)which no one can explain since the rest of it looks new no other problems!
Good high school / college car
Sean, 02/19/2005
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Neon in 1997 at an Enterprise Rental Cars Used Car Sale with 30,000 miles on it. Compared to the car I had been driving, the Neon was a Cadillac. The engine was peppy, the interior was spacious, and the sound system was not bad. However, I had plenty of problems with the car... A/C broke, the speedometer stopped working, the trasnmission needed to be replaced, etc. The trunk was huge, the rear seats roomy for friends and it was a good car for someone in high school and college, even though it didn't have cruise control. I upgraded to a Mercury Cougar in 2001 and now the Cougar feels like a Cadillac...which I know it isn't.
Great First Car
Lora, 07/02/2005
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Neon three years ago at a car auction. As a high school student, it was my first car. Originally I was thrilled to have ANY car but my trusty Neon has turned out to be a great buy. I have had absolutely no problems and I have put maybe $300 in maintenance/repairs into it. It is an excellent car for any high school or college student.
My Highline
Bo, 11/30/2006
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just bought my Neon and I love it! The engine could offer some more torque in the low end, but top end performance is pretty decent. I bought a Neon that was 11 years old and although the paint is starting to peel on the spoiler and hood, I wouldn't trade it for the world. The child seat fits comfortably in the back and there is room to spare. I wish the interior features were a little more accommodating (very difficult to get a 32 oz. cup in the cupholders and the armrest sits a little too low). However, I am now a believer in the Neon.
I wouldn't recommend it!
jelias, 04/02/2003
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The good news is that I have owned this car for 5 years, and it is still running well. The bad news is that I have replaced the head gasket twice, replaced the AC compressor, and the factory paint is peeling off. Despite the fact that it runs okay, it looks like a POS.
Love my Neon
Jean, 08/23/2007
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After 13 years of faithful service my little Neon is still going. I have had to have some repairs/maintenance done on it lately but no more than any other 13 year old car. It handles awesome, well balanced, corners like it's on rails, go from 0-60 in a blink, can stop on a dime. Great visibilty out of all the windows no blind spots unlike many cars today. Super comfortable seats, roomy interior for a small car, feels bigger than it is. Still gets good gas mileage.
The absolute worse car ever!!!
amy, 06/05/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had nothing but problems with this car, most notably the head gasket, a/c and then the clutch all within six months. Then the brakes went, along with the heat system and the speedometer. I wish I would have went with the cavalier that was sitting right next to this car on the lot.
95 Neon 2 door Sport Coupe
DCherry, 03/15/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this car new. Have put 160,000+ on it. Car has held up VERY well and has been a blast to drive. This is the only vehicle I've ever owned that I did not grow tired of after a couple of years. My wife feels the same way. Has to have the 5 speed manual transmission!
pretty good
rgk, 03/18/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I leased & then bought my Neon. I haven't had any major problems with it. I have replaced the brakes once & both oxygen sensors were replaced within the past 18 months. I have had an oil leak for over a year (which the instant oil change guy told me he sees in most Neons). It is leaking less than 1/2 quart per month. Overall, I like the car but am ready for something new.
A model to be avoided
davidf, 07/02/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon Sport 4dr Sedan
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Having to replace two cars in one year, we opted for two Neons due to their excellent handling, comfort, and ergonmic interior. For the first 60,000 miles, these cars required nothing but normal maintenance. After that: the infamous head gasket leak (both), refrigerant leaks in the air conditioner (both), major paint peeling, radio failure, clutch cable breakage, starter motor failure, ignition system failure, turn signal lever would stick. Repairs are expensive and many never really fixed the problem (esp. head gasket, ignition, and A/C).
1995 Plymouth Neon
Renee, 03/14/2002
1995 Plymouth Neon Highline 2dr Coupe
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
The plymouth Neon is very unreliabe It has several different defects I have had a lot of trouble out of my neon in the past year