Reliable, but expensive
Air conditioning didn't work 77000 miles.
New radiator had to be fitted 80000 miles.
Both front disks had to be replaced due too bad scoring and holes 83000.
Although there were a few faults the car always started first time and performed well.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 5th March, 2005
Expensive to service, but worth it
Auto transmission packed up at 32,000 miles, and head gasket seal @ 40,000.
This neon has been my first car having past my test (now I'm stuck with it as trade in value is £0.) Though to be honest the car has only had problems when I have not respected it (its not for racing). I have one of the last of the old bunch, much more pleasing to drive with 17" rims (on a 3 speed auto.)
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 23rd October, 2003
A fast, but hard to maintain car
An electrical problem caused the starter motor to burn out a week after I got the car. The dealer said I had to wait a month for a replacement and it was to cost £220. I got a reconditioned motor of a mail order company for £100 and got it fitted by a local mechanic.
The radiator was sprung a leak and even a second hand radiator costs £130, instead I had mine re-cored which cost £70.
The Neon is very quick up to about 80 mph, but after that it is not very responsive.
The seats are comfortable enought.
Finding replacement parts for this car is very difficult and can be expensive.
Grip is good in the dry, but in the wet it has a tendancy to under steer.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 13th November, 2002
Best family car in the UK for the money!
I've had no trouble with the Neon, it's a great car, excellent value for money.
The neon is a really trendy looking car, it drives well and has been totally reliable.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 30th November, 2000
5th Mar 2001, 13:58
I have had mine 6 months now, and the only points that I have found are the very high back making reversing something of a guess, the small boot and the lack of storage space inside the car. On spec its impossible to beat at the price, and the build quality is hidden by a nice outer package.
Keith E