Dodge Neon - History, Major Flaws, & Why It Got Cancelled (1995-2005)

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Today in this series we have the Dodge Neon! This was an awesome small car that had a coupe, sedan, and an SRT-4 version throughout its 2 generations. Most people agreed that the car did many things right, but I also have 4 major flaws and reasons that I felt caused this car to be cancelled. Watch along for a full history of this car from concept in 1991 to its cancellation in 2005!
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SKIP AHEAD:
Dodge Neon Overview: 00:38
Dodge Neon History/Specs First Gen (1995-99): 01:10
Dodge Neon History/Specs Second Gen (1995-99): 04:08
Dodge Neon SRT4 (2003-05) 06:47
Flaws and Reasons for Cancellation: 08:47
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@KingMrBigE 4 жыл бұрын

I have had 3 neons in my time and still own a '03 SRT-4. These were great little cars that really were no more unreliable than any of the other small compacts at the time. Chrysler made a huge mistake for killing off the Neon and tried to revisit it latter with the Dart but by the time the Dart finally gained some appeal they killed it off too. Obviously whoever is in charge of introducing and then pulling model lines should be fired. The only cars they have standing strong now are the LX bodies and Rams and the Jeep lines.

@brandon15r 4 жыл бұрын

The 2.4 engine in the SRT4 was DOHC, not SOHC

@shanehelm2482 4 жыл бұрын

I'm still driving a neon. Runs like a top and easy to fix. I love it.

@lb9009 4 жыл бұрын

that concept neon was crazy!

@2ValveMiri 4 жыл бұрын

The dodge neon and magnum should get another chance.

@mindfreakfan241 4 жыл бұрын

I own and daily drive a 04' SRT4 and I honestly love the car. Its modded and tuned and its extremely fun to drive. Reliability hasnt been an issue, and its an extremely aggressive sounding car thats sex to my ears. Thanks for making me aware of the poor crash test rating because I definitely had no idea.

@dzim8822 Жыл бұрын

My sister gave me the 2005 Neon SXT that she purchased new in 2005, in 2017. She got a smokin' deal as they were clearing them out for $9,995. When I got it it had 153K miles. It now has 224K miles. I did do a refresh to the engine at 209K, even though it was running fine..new rings and bearings, cleaning, gaskets, etc. The only other major work was a new clutch. Overall a great car.

@Purpiii 4 жыл бұрын

I really wanna drop an SRT-4 engine into my 97 coupe, it's a shame the SRT-4 was never sold as a coupe

@WrecklessEnterainment 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing my video suggestion! I had a 1998 neon R/T and a 2005 SRT-4 and I loved both of those cars. They both had issues here and there but they were fun to drive and neither one of them ever left me stranded some where. It’s a shame dodge quit making them. It was their last good small car. Everything after just hasn’t been as good.

@MidnightClubStillCancelledSoz 4 жыл бұрын

I had a 2004 SRT4 Neon on Midnight Club 3, cheap and fun to drive tbh.

@donaldparsons5875 4 жыл бұрын

@mayhanamin3538 4 жыл бұрын

I liked the Dodge Neon SRT. Those cars are badass

@patricksanders2498 4 жыл бұрын

A change that you missed in the 03 to 04 SRT upgrades was the limited slip differential. I believe the 04 also received the larger injectors to get it the extra horses and torques. I had an 05 SRT-4 orange pearl blast. I sold it in 2014 with 150,000 miles on it with the original clutch.

@flybabyw6550 2 жыл бұрын

I owned both a 1998 R/T and a 2004 Stage 2 SRT4. Now my son owns the R/T. Both are in immaculate shape with over 130k on both. It is interesting that you point out paint problems. The 98 R/T as well as the 2004 SRT4 both have original paint and no rust. When looking at the 98 when first putting in modes to the car like 5 point harness, I was amazed at how good the paint was underneath the carpet. It was finished just like the outer body panels. To this day the the car has no rust and neither does the SRT4. I think what needs to be said is that if a car is properly maintained, it will last and that goes for the paint also. Problem with the Neon's was that most people who purchased them outside of the ones who wanted them for the track, (Note SCCA rules for the class were changed due to the Neon's walking away with all the events) did not usually have the resources of a person that would buy a Mercedes for example, and they did not take care of them like most wealthy people take care of their Mercedes. I have seen many cars like you posted in your video have the same problems with paint. Usually it is poor maintenance, although some during the period were due to the EPA making manufacturers change the paint chemistry which was bullshit. By the way I live in Ohio and both cars were driven during the winters. However, now they are stored and driven only on nice days. The Neon's for the money were a lot of performance for the dollar at that time, and still are.

@giraffewithtattoos2770 4 жыл бұрын

I bought a brand new 2000 Neon in '99. Even with the upgraded package for electric locks and windows, the back doors were still standard manual windows and manual locks. The dealer said it was "weight savings". I was pretty pissed I paid full price for half the options

@carlosanderson4479 4 жыл бұрын

I was waiting for this video since I subbed! Thanks!

@QuezCuh 3 жыл бұрын

My neon is simple but I love it. Manual locks and windows. Don’t have to worry about window motors giving out or actuators. I do mechanic work myself so any issues is nun to me. I fix em but overall I love my neon

@CTHellcat 4 жыл бұрын

Love these videos bro. One of the few series that I watch start to finish. The neon was dodge's entry into the Tuner community and it was fairly respected once the SRT models were released. It's too bad they didn't keep it for the lower-end of their SRT performance lineup.