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Old 10-17-2012, 11:32 PM   #49
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Originally Posted by Calum View Post
Any really. They all used the same engine and trannies. The 95-99 had an optional DOHC that wasn't available on the later years and there were minor running changes to things, but nothing that would matter to a beater.

Edit, the 95-99 were much more fun to drive. And if you do get any neon to learn to shift on I'd almost insist on one mod. They're cheap as hell and pretty easy to install, but will help a ton with shift feed back. http://www.modernperformance.com/pro...on_drivertrain
And if you can't find one, a Hyundai Accent is a good alternative with similar properties. MY '05 and earlier for sure; probably the newer ones as well although I haven't driven those.
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