The TRUTH About My Neon SRT-4
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- The TRUTH About My Neon SRT-4. In today's video I drop some truth about my 2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4! Be sure to watch to the end of some pull and exhaust clips. Thanks for watching!
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A True car enthusiast will like any car.... that why its call being a Enthusiast. i love those cars and yea they are fun to daily. Good pick up, cant wait to see what you do to it.
Hell yeah, more people in the car enthusiast community should think like you do :-) all cars are cool in there own ways :-)
Hell yea bro. Dont matter what you drive , or how its modified it should be respected. I got one of these brand new in 04 and it was a hell of a car.
I’m a poor enthusiast:)
Karriem Washington your right man idk y neons get some much hate, when they are so fun to drive.
💯 💯 💯
All the OG srt4 owners thank you for removing the plastidip off the front bumper.
Yep, OG here. Where you from in NJ?
I agreed, I still don't understand why that was a thing
Bunter Hiden Somerset county here. Same sn on the forums as well. Are you in NJ?
@@njshift Yes, Monmouth county here, near Red Bank area. Bought an 03 brand new in 03 and I still have it. Been on a couple forums but not in a long time.
Bunter Hiden I haven’t moderated the forums in ages since they died years back. I’m primarily on here or FB. I’m the original owner of a flame red that I bought in 04 and own another 2003 one owner flame red I bought 3 years back. Both Mopar stage 3 cars.
Idc what people say about these cars. They’re fun as hell to drive and have a loyal following.
Chris Munsey I drove a 450 hp srt4 and that thing sounded nice pulled like a train and gapped any v8 that you would come across
I bought mine for a fun dd. All my friends ripped on it for being a neon. Then I let them drive it and it’s nothing but smiles from them. Everyone who drives it loves it. Mine now has 540whp which it never meant to go that far with that car as I said was supposed to be a dd but it’s one of the funnest cars I’ve driven
@@Spudf18 still have it?
@@Ballsack44 yes was thinking of selling it this coming spring for some extra cash for a house or put some into building my trans am
Bought one brand new when I was 17 and smoked a mustang on my way home from the dealer. LOVED it and hated myself for getting rid of it. 33 years old now with two kids and I'm picking my new one up in a week or so. Cant wait. Good luck with it. such a fun car
At least you found yourself another one. I'm 45 and still have mine, bought brand new at 28 in 2003 when they first came out. Stopped using it as a daily a long time ago, but could never find a good reason to get rid of it. And now I am driving it more often again because my wife takes my Honda Accord to work now and i work from home. So my choice is the SRT or my wife's Solstice GXP... Decisions decisions. Usually it depends on the weather. If it's nice and I can put the top down, i go with the Solstice. Otherwise, SRT all the way.
Went to your channel guess you never bought one lol
Most srt4 haters are just haters from hearing others hate on it. After being around and working on a variety of cars, you learn to appreciate everything people have.
I will probably never see one of these cars in person being from Scotland in the UK, however I loved this car in midnight club dub edition
Same here from england, brilliant game. Love these cars wish you could get them over here
They need to remake that specific game so we can mod our SRT4s once again. one of the reasons ive owned 2 is because of that game
I'm one of those guys that love jdm cars however I love all sports cars, muscle cars, euros etc. I just think people spend too much time hating on specific cars without even driving them. Enjoy that neon SRT-4 for what it is, you already have nice awesome jdm rides never hurts to have something different in your collection.
those are the oem viper seats, not the acr seats, the car should have acr graphics, the acr viper seats that has the pass thrus near the headrest on the seats and bbs 16" wheels. could you make it be the acr again yes.
I don’t think it’s embarrassing every time I take mine out I get compliments check mine out !
Definitely like how the front end looks.. pretty aggressive.. back it's to plain though seems that they ran out of ideas lol
I'm a big honda guy. I've only owned hondas because I grew up around them
Being car enthusiasts you should be able to appreciate other cars out of your preferences..
I also Recently got in a SRT.. and boy they got some pull..
I do some detailing my self. The steps I would do are
-wash with a ph car soap
-iron remove
-clay
- compound
- polish
- paint seal
- wax
Most haters are just mad because it's faster than their Mustang's or Civic's!
Muscle Car Mayhem yeah they’re fast cars and I love srt4s don’t get me wrong but I raced one in my mk5 Jetta and destroyed it now it could have been because he didn’t treat it well but I would love it for dodge to bring back the srt4 neon
@@dudesadventure Well they kinda replaced it with the turbocharged Dart? If you call that a replacement! More like copy of a copy of a copy, yes its similar. Its blury kinda unfocused but defiantly not the same.
FireballRL TTV what's done to your jetta? What engine?
FireballRL TTV same man ! Mk5 GLI stage 2+ tuned by United Motorsports and I have got it with about 3 full bolt on srt4 and I win every single time. BUT I got destroyed by a 50 trim e85 srt4. Time for a k04 🤷🏻♂️
@@musclecarmayhem3967 no the turbo dart is not the srt4 replacement. The turbo dart isn't all that. If they would of done the srt4 dart it would be a replacement but they bailed on the idea. The 2.4l NA darts that people are turboing are pretty insane tho. And the 2.0l darts that people have turboed are pretty bad ass. Like the 4g63 and most nice 4cyl it needs to be a 2.0 litter (the 2.4l is usally a stroked 2.0l) to be worth a Damn lol.
Love my SRT4..my daily since 2005
Nice!
How many miles
@@nocturnallight2827 75633 aprox
@@GerardoRodriguez-bg8em dam, wish mine were that low. Bought mine new in 03 and now it has 215,000 miles on it. Still pulls hard at 17 psi with original turbo and motor. Paint looks like shit now though! Mine is silver...
They came with the ACR Logo seats. If you need the door ACR Stickers LMK, I got a set laying around I Have not installed yet since I have not painted the car yet.
I’ve hated on them until I drove one. After my initial first drive, hit boost, and upon finishing the drive and parking it. I bought that very car. So I definitely feel for this video. Lol
People that hate really havent drove one or got beat by one! It's a great daily driver for people who can turn a screw driver and have a lil money to fix it when something goes wrong here and there
I love my SRT4! My buddy bought it new, and sold it to well tuned with a stage 2 kit. My car has 175K miles on it and it runs great. This is a car you can drive cross country, through the mountains, and have a great time doing it. You can fill the trunk with tons of stuff and bring some other folks along for the fun. Enjoy that new ride of yours, I'll continue to enjoy mine!
@Romero Bryan I had a vacuum line pop off once which made it run a little funky until I diagnosed it, but no... It's been fabulous.
I know you video taped this 4 years ago but my wife and I have a 2005 dodge neon sxt in ga it still runs and drives its got over 120 thousand miles on it we bought it back in 2007 it was 2 years old and we still have it we had it for 17 years eventho it's 19 years old we like it
It's not a bad looking little car. I originally thought the "4" in SRT4, was for "4WD" (AWD), until I googled it.
In my defence, we didn't get these in Australia.
The neon srt4 was dodges "sporty" answer to all the civics and integra's of the world so it's a 4 banger
The 4 is the number of cylinders.
@@ninja4187 yes true, but performance wise it was much faster than any of those stock vs stock. The idea was that it was "tuned" right out of the box. Even stock it was competing with or beating V8 mustangs, 350Zs, WRXs, Porsche Boxters and other more expensive cars on 0-60 and 1/4 mile times.
I owned a orange 2005 srt4 which was the last year produced. I enjoyed everyday i got behind the wheel. I bought it with 21K miles and sold it with only 56K miles. Mine had the mopar stage 3 with toys and a diablo tune and upped the boost alittle , CAI and exhaust and coilovers and nice 17 inch asa ar1 back wheels. It sounded so good with the muffler delete and loud but it always got me looks and I beat a lot of hondas.
The only reason why people hate on these cars is because they are USDM. The SRT4, Cobalt SS, and 1g & 2g DSMs are actually very capable USDM cars when compared to import models. BTW the SRT4 sounds kind of like a Fiat Abarth with the valve closed
I used to be a huge srt4 hater.... until I got a steal on one and I've since fallen in love its been a great car 242k miles and it still runs like a top its by far been my favorite car and I've had many turbo cars
Man, of all the cars Ive had the SRT-4 has been the one i regret selling. Sold mine in 2012 and still miss it. They are super fun cars, great quick daily drivers I had a ton of fun in mine. Add some BC coilovers and Hotchkiss sway bars and it’ll handle like a go-cart!
I've had a couple including a commemorative and I've had a Caliber Srt and I can honestly say, I've enjoyed the neon more than any daily I've ever had especially when its completely stock.
I have always had something against newer Mopars. I love the classics still, and I think the Jeep acquisition played a part in it. But I always loved the Neon SRT-4. A fast car for a decent price, and very tuner friendly. People just tend to build up one part without upgrading everything else around it!
Man oh man! These Dodge Neon SRT4 used to give me a lot of problems with my Evo 😂. I grew interests and respect on the platform because of its capabilities.
All the things that people hate about these cars is what makes us love them the look on a subaru guys face after getting gapped by a dodge neon is priceless
Coming from a 2019 ecoboost mustang owner, I can really see how the hate of the car community can drive someone away. I came from a 2010 Mustang GT so I consciously made the switch to the 4 cyl turbo life and it’s an amazing daily driver. I’m sure the srt-4 is just as fun. Can’t wait to see what you do with it.
Always wanted one of these .. my dad wasn't impressed with em.. however years later I got dsm gst he wasn't impressed with either tell i took him for a ride. The srt4 sounds fantastic and I always thought they looked decent interior touches back then.. maybe I'm a cheap date though lol
Lol I traded a 98 RT Neon for a 91 GST. I could beat the shit out of that little 2 liter dual cam and I just took it. I'm in the process of rebuilding the fuel system on the DSM because the gas tank was super rusty. It would always clog the 3rd injector. When it was working correctly the torque was just crazy compared to the Neon.
IRL, i think most people on the road in the USA would be intrigued after seeing and hearing this car driving by, for sure!!
“Yeehaw brother”
I had one too, put a 50 trim turbo, walboro 255 pump , 1000cc injectors from duster tune , installed by diablo sport , 397whp with 290 torque, loved it but i got bored and now I own a ss camaro
I've started to like SRT4, ha!
I have a 04' srt-4 never was a fan until I got one but love it as a daily👌
Had my 03 srt4 since 05 best car I ever had.
I definitely like it more over the Chevy Cobalt 💯
kingluikhalifa13th Mendoza ouch
It’s better than a Supercharged Cobalt but definitely not better than a Turbocharged Cobalt.
@@TURBOCHEVY4BANGER no, it's better than both, and the motor is built better. I have a Solstice GXP with the same 2.0L turbo ecotec. Turbo blew up at 100k, cams were shot, bolt snapped inside the head, the plastic timing chain guides are a joke, and the water pump sucks balls, they fail at 50k. Had to put $5 grand into that fucker last year. My SRT has 215k miles, original motor and turbo and no problems, even with a suspected head gasket leak.
@@dr.bunterhidenbrobruh5502 My cobalt ss is running perfect at 170k. You must've got a lemon or beat the shit outta it
@@Robert-hh7op with GM a lemon really wouldn't surprise me. I've owned it since 2010 and it only had 7,500 miles on it when I got it. Mostly my wife drives it so it hasn't been beaten on nearly as bad as the SRT. It has had 2 failed water pumps so far, had timing issues, and rough idle and backfiring that seems to come and go but usually resolves after cleaning the MAF sensor and running a couple bottles of injector cleaner. It's a fun car, just had bad luck with it.
Man I hope you can be the person to change the mindset about these cars. They are great cars but being cheap also means they have been owned by some of the worst. That’s why they are known to not be reliable. Evo mod is stupid and glad that fad is nearly gone. Anyways appreciate the change of heart. You should plan on attending the annual Srt4 showdown next October. Think you’ll find we have a really bada group of people in our community there.
Thanks man! I hope it will open some peoples eyes on these cars as well. I'll definitely be trying to make it to the next event.
Where’s srt 4 meet at. My bother had brand new 05 stage 2 3 inch mopar exhaust, super stocker turbo, he always smoke my eclipse gst back in the day. I own a 03 srt with turbonetics 50 trim 51000 original miles now, with a 2018 focus st 1 stage 2 modes with tune. Love both cars, 50 trim srt kills the st tho.
I love the American turbo cars, torque for days
Brian Shaffer it’s in Orlando at Orlando speed world. It’s every October.
I fucking loved my srt4, I got compliments everywhere. The sound alone makes it unique
I had a 2004 SRT-4 in electric blue.
Had a blast in that car. It was a joy to drive.
I don't have the car now.
I still have a short throw shifter, factory air intake and a stage 1 computer for the 2004.
I've been daily driving an 03 srt4 same color as yours, slightly modified for 6 years I really love every bit of it
I've had mine since 03. Not a daily anymore, for a long time now, but still a blast to drive.
Previous owner here. If you have e85 around, I would highly recommend getting supporting mods and tune for it. Diablosport hand-held tuner, 3 bar map/tip sensors, larger injectors, higher capacity fuel pump, and custom tune. ~$1,000 total and about 2 hours of your time. That with exhaust (which you already have) on stock turbo was 340 whp and 450 wtq for me. 3rd gear spiked boost at 40 mph and could ride it all the way out to 90 mph without a shift. The low-end torque and fun was insane for so little $$. Highly recommend for anyone on stock turbo. Nice car pick-up! I miss mine!
You were not at 340 whp with just e85. Stop with the lies. I’ve had my srt4 for more than 4 years now and I have never seen or heard someone pushing that much on a stock turbo.
Plenty of people back in the day making close to 350 whp on stock turbo with e85 and supporting mods when there were more around. I suppose I left out the aftermarket Forward Motion WGA, but that didn't produce more power, it just held the boost better. I also had aftermarket intercooler and intake, but those also weren't power adders on the SRT. And I mentioned the exhaust in my post. Those plus custom tune and zero boost leaks got me to 343 whp. Not sure why that's so difficult to believe...
Crap, totally forgot to mention an aftermarket clutch was also necessary to hold that power. So add on another $800
Charlie Holthaus nobody is making that on stock turbo 🤦♂️ people barely make that on an agp big wheel stocker let alone on the stock turbo. I bet you’re not even part of the srt4 owners group on Facebook.
I guess in a way, you're right. Nobody today is making that as the motors are all beat to hell, 4th/5th/6th owner, low/inconsistent compression pieces of crap that are one pull away from grenading. I'm not on the Facebook owners group because I'm not an owner and it appears to be a joke compared to what the forums were in terms of finding good info, step-by-step how-to's, reliable vendors, etc.
I'm old, I don't care. You don't have to believe me or the numbers. I got the car in '07 with 5K miles on the odo. My dyno day was in 2012 with ~60K miles on the odo. and compression between all cylinders within 4% with zero boost leaks. Let me know how many miles and what compression has been like on the motors here in 2019 when they're dynoing e85 on stock turbos. Might also be tough for the tuner since most of the cars are probably vacuum/solenoid deleted as well because of the idiocy that once was piggyback AFR/RPM only tuning.
The original point I was trying to make was that for very little $$ and time, he can make his car significantly faster.
Acrs come with bucket seats with logo and harness holes. Wheels are the bbs, plus the badges .
was the turbo toys optional or standard on the acr or was it just upgraded acr from the factory?
@@vastaire81 optional from the factory. Thatd be stage 2. Stage 3 was mani and mopar turbo
Tazmanian66devil yeah I remember the stage three came with all of that including the toys.... I knew a few people that bought acrs brand new with the stage 2 package installed.
I love my
Stone white
Acr Srt4
Glad that you have actually got to daily the car and find out why everyone falls in love with them the video that you made when you first got it i was kinda a little upset that you really didn’t give it a chance I mean everyone has there opinion but I’m glad that you like it I’ve had mine for over a year and I’ve fallen in love with it
Cool that it is an actual ACR indeed. But sad that the previous owners sold the wheels and the seats. 😔 But the ACR was basically suspension, wheels, 2 decals and the sweet pricey seats. I mean it's good to know at least for you. No idea why they removed the badges..Oh well. Looks so much better now that you own it. Yes it's called the "Evo" mod in the srt4 community. I am not a fan of that mod. One of the best 4 cylinders turbo cars. Glad you love it now. I have owned 6 over the years. Very unique car, don't see too many clean SRT4s. Yes get rid of the factory 17x6 wheels. Get some lightweight 17x8 rpf1s. Only 15.5lbs each. Factory wheels weigh 22lbs each. Again great job cleaning it up!!!
My dad has had an srt4 all of my life and he got me one a few years ago to fix so I can drive it. I was watching this video about two years ago and it is 15 minutes from where I live a few months ago I took some pictures of my srt 4 right where you took yours for the thumbnail. If you’re still in the area I would love too meet up at cars and coffee or something sometime
Spencer, I am a JDM guy for ever.....but I truly love this car! If I have the money definitely I will take one of these. Awesome content like always, God bless you men.
Awesome video man brought back a lot of memories, this was my "dream" car when I was younger. I loved the SRT-4 so much, it was such a cool looking car back in the day. I never got one but I did have an Intrepid R/T for a few years though.
4:17 I just rattle can, cut and buffed a driver side front fender on my, ALSO RED, 2001 Honda CR-V. If you want to bring back the shine just pick up 2000 grit wet sandpaper, dunk it in car wash/dishwash soap, and sand it wet. You will feel how smooth the paint is after wet sanding.
Slap polish on it after cutting(wet sanding) it, and then good wax after that. Booyah it's gonna be nice, deep shine like a mirror.
No super need for orbital or machine. Just tiny elbow grease, you could practice on the spoiler since it's fresh paint. It's gonna be nice.
I always like the exhaust noise the srt4 cars made, super tuner sound
As a former Neon owner (‘98 Highline and ‘02 base), the only things I *hated* about the platform was;
1; how poor the build quality was
2; the abysmal crash test results
Otherwise, the cars were great little daily drivers, zippy, tight handling, fun, decent fuel economy, I loved them enough to own *two* of them...
Here’s an old thread from the old Neon fan forums, I had to break it into pieces to fit...
The Tao of Neons*
written in the spirit of The Tao Of Programming
by Brian English
First edition: 7/3/99
I. Introduction
There are many automobiles on this planet. They are large and small, luxurious and bare, powerful and slow, cherished and neglected. They come off mighty Assembly Lines in great Assembly Plants. They travel by truck or boat to all corners of the globe. There are those that carry great Leaders, there are others that carry common children. Built in mass quantities, there are few that have individual Souls. Few that are Alive. There are a select few that have Tao. Many are Neons.
How are Neons Different? What is the Tao of Neons? How can it be identified? What can be learned from the Tao of Neons? Does it exist in the Driver, or the Neon itself? The answer is Yes. Listen well to these Lessons, for within their words shall you gain enlightenment.
II. Origin of the Tao
Some years ago, a mighty Automotive Assembler was looking to build a small car, built behind its own doors, to bring pride to the Empire. Its Wizards, Wise Men, Workers, and Bean Counters gathered in a circle to discuss their plans.
âIt should be inexpensive to produce!â clamored the Bean Counters.
âIt must be affordable, but not cheap!â demanded the Marketing Drone.
âIt must have advanced features!â exclaimed the Wizards.
âIt must sell many, many units!â exclaimed the Stuffed Suits.
âIt should be built by our hands, and our hands only!â contributed the Workers.
With that, the Stylist pulled the tarpaulin from the prototype. âIt will have round headlights,â he stated.
All present looked upon the prototype and smiled.
âIt will have Tao,â stated the Patriarch.
III. The Tao Of Production
It had been ordained by the Patriarch that the Neon was to be built. To that end, a new Assembly Plant was constructed. Modern and sophisticated, it still required Workers to operate its wondrous machines of Creation. It required a special kind of Worker; one who could understand Tao. The Plant Master stood outside the Plant door to meet those who would insert Tao into the new little cars. The first candidate drove up in a Toyota Camry and was dressed in a dark blue business suit, his appearance unruffled and precise. He approached the Master.
Hello, I would like to be a Worker in your new Assembly Plant. Is there a position for me?
Before the Master could answer, a second candidate drove up. He arrived in a restored Volkswagen Beetle from years past. It gleamed in the sunlight despite its age, and was parked in the middle of three empty parking spaces. The candidate was dressed in a more casual attire. As he climbed out, he frowned and gently brushed a piece of plant matter from the sparkling finish. He approached the Master and the first candidate.
Is this where to apply for the position of Worker for this assembly plant?
The Master studied him for a long minute. He turned to the first candidate. âI fear you have gotten lost.â
The second was shown his locker and workspace that morning.
Some time later, the novices were learning at the feet of the Master; learning the ways they were to build the Neon. âBut Master, â one queried. âI have no knowledge of what Tao is, and where to find it. Where shall we find what is to be put in this car?â
The Master smiled patiently at the novice. âThe Tao is not a thing. It is something that is. It cannot be consciously added, yet must be present in every car that leaves this Plant."
The novice was still confused. "Where can I search to find this Tao?"
With that, the Master threw a cloth at the novice. It struck him in the chest. From that point, the novice was on his journey towards Enlightenment.
IV. The Tao of Selling
A man walked into a Dealership where Neons could be acquired. He said to the Seller; "I am looking to buy a small car. It need not be fancy or extravagant; instead, it should serve as daily transportation, requiring little attention from me, for I do not wish to spend my time continually taking care of it, since I am often engaged in more important matters."
Some weeks later the Seller saw the man drive by in a Honda Civic. He sighed in relief.
If the Tao were obvious to all, it would be diluted by some.
A Seller looked up to see a young family looking at a Neon. The father peered at the window sticker and the mother opened the trunk while the child climbed into the driver's seat and played with the steering wheel, making engine noises with her lips. "Would it be the child were older," murmured the Seller to himself. "but she looks like she will be taking her driving test in a few months."
The Tao speaks not to the mind, but to the soul. It cares little for numbers or measurements; in fact, to fixate on arbitrary numbers is to deny the Tao.
A young man proudly strode into the Delivery Bay of the Dealership where he was to receive his new Neon. The Seller stood waiting for him near the front of the car. "My name is John Smith"; he stated.
The Seller, in his sable robes, was slightly confused. "I believe we have already met, Mr. Smith. It was I who sold you this Neon."
The man named Smith looked startled. "Forgive me; I did not see you standing there."
The Tao of Neons is not obvious to sight, but it attracts those who are Receptive. The Tao does not reach all Neon owners, but it is unconcerned. It resides not in a single car, but instead, finds its roots in all Neons; ready if a new owner appears who can be attracted.
A man was searching for a small car to buy. With many to choose from, he was undecided. He made a list of makes and models he was interested in, and presented it to the Master for his advice.
"What of this Toyota Corolla," he asked the Master. "It rides much quieter than a Neon."
"The Master smiled slightly. "A silent man may lack the ability to communicate with those around him. A Neon is louder because it communicates with it's driver."
"What of this BMW?" he asked, pointing to the small sports sedan. "It is stylish, and makes a bold statement of performance and status!"
"Are you buying this car to drive, or to impress the Emperor?" asked the Master.
The man turned next to a Honda Civic Si. "This car has an engine that sings a high-pitched song when in the upper ranges!"
The Master snorted slightly. "In the lower ranges, it has nothing to say. Remember that when you are in stop-and-go traffic."
"What of this Saturn?" the man inquired. "The price is something that does not need to be haggled over."
"The price of a plow does not need to be haggled over, either," answered the Master.
Next on the man's list was a Daewoo. "Truly, this car is an excellent value for it's low price!"
"Agreed," answered the Master. "I think 'inexpensive' each time I see one."
The man considered the Neon again. "I will confess, the Neon does appeal to me. Is it possible I may be on my way to understanding the Tao you speak of?"
The Master templed his hands and bowed slightly. "We will not know that until we see if you appeal to the Neon."
V. The Tao of Ownership
Two Neon owners met at a Gathering, near the village square. "Look at my R/T," the first boasted. "It has an Iceman intake, Eibach springs, AF/X computer, underdrive pulley, and V-TECH taillight covers! No one beats me in the quarter mile!"
The second replied; "Look at my Expresso. It has the Camel interior, anti-lock brakes, and practically all the factory options. I love it as it is, and have no plans to modify it."
Both looked at the other's car and nodded in appreciation and Enlightenment.
The Tao speaks differently to different owners. It speaks, but also listens. For if the Tao were inflexible, it would not endure. A hammer that can shatter a stone cannot shatter a rubber ball.
A man stood in his driveway, washing his Neon. His older sibling came up to him and chastised him for it. "Why are you continually washing this car? You have washed your Neon more in the four months you have had it than I have ever washed my car!"
The man did not look up from washing his Neon. "You do not understand the Tao. It speaks to me and listens to me with greater clarity if the surface is not smudged with dirt. To allow dirt to stay for extended periods would imply a loss of faith in the Tao. I doubt the Tao could communicate with you through the rust on your hood."
Two novices were gathered at the foot of the Master in the Master's garden. "Master, how can we tell if we have received Enlightenment? We believe we may have become Enlightened, but are not sure."
The Master posed them a question. "What do the taillights of a Chevrolet Camaro Z28 look like?"
The first novice took a stick of bamboo and proceeded to etch a credible representation in the dirt of the taillights. The second thought for a moment, and shrugged. "Master, I have forgotten."
The Master turned to the first. "I fear you have more to learn."
A young man sat at a red light in his Neon. In the lane next to him, a Ford Mustang 5.0 pulled up. Its driver looked over the little Neon and scowled. When the light changed to green, he left in a loud mixture of rubber smoke and fury.
The Neon owner smiled, and mentally recorded another victory. He was filled with Tao.
A young man was driving down the road towards a nearby village. Halfway to his destination, he became tense, and a frown appeared on his face. His passenger saw this and remarked "What is the matter? What has upset you so suddenly?"
The driver did not answer. At the next traffic light, he picked a small piece of fluff out of the center console, opened the Neon's window, and cast the fluff outside. He and the Tao both relaxed.
A Neon owner greeted his sister as she drove up in her recently acquired Ford Escort ZX2. She laughed at him, saying "My car has a manual transmission; which I have learned to shift. It should easily defeat your automatic Neon in a contest!"
The man posed her a single question. "Why is that so important to you?"
His sister had no reply.
Several novices were gathered at the foot of the Master in the Plant's temple. They posed him their questions;
"Master, is the Tao present in all Neons?" asked the first.
"It is," replied the Master.
"Master, is the Tao present in a Neon with an automatic transmission?" queried a second.
"It is," answered the Master. "Some people are in a position to desire or require an automatic. The Tao welcomes them, for it is Receptive to all types of drivers. The Tao forces no one to choose."
"Master, is the Tao present in a Neon fitted with an Iceman intake, AF/X computer, underdrive pulley, and racing wheels and tires?" inquired the third.
"It is," confirmed the Master. "The Tao also attracts those who wish to make their Neons the fastest they can, for Tao recognizes the human need to strive for excellence amongst their peers."
"Master, is the Tao present in an unmodified Neon?" posed the fourth.
"It is," stated the Master. "The Tao also attracts those who are happy with their Neons for what they are, not what they can turn them into."
"Master, is the Tao present in a Neon outfitted with a body kit, aftermarket wheels and tires, and headlight covers?" questioned the fifth.
"It is," replied the Master. "A Neon is a canvas to some, who seek to express their individuality in a readily manifest fashion. The Tao speaks to them as it speaks to you and I."
"Master, is the Tao present in a Neon fitted with lowered springs, axle extenders, 13-inch go-cart wheels, 5% tinted windows and a single wiper modification?" inquired the last.
At that point the Plant whistle blew. "It is time to return to work," the Master said as he rose to a standing position.
A young man was driving his female companion around in his brand-new ACR. She looked around the interior with distaste. "Why did you purchase this car? The day is sweltering, but there is no air conditioning to keep me from perspiring, no radio for me to listen to gentle music. The ride is harsh; I can feel each pavement jolt in my backside, and there is no lighted vanity mirror for me to maintain my makeup and hair. What is the appeal of this car?"
The man smiled with anticipation. His favorite corner was coming up.
One of the village elders was walking through the province's capital city. Lost in his own thoughts, he paid no attention to the sound of argument coming from the Temple of Justice. He only took notice when a man's voice said;
"But my lord, in all our years of marriage, I could not get her to close the door by pushing on the door, rather than the glass!"
Some minutes later, the man walked out of the temple holding two sacks of gold. His former wife left in another direction, scowling and holding half a bag of gold.
We have an '08 SRT4 and a '09 Cobalt SS;
I agree that most of the hate is likely from bias, and that real car enthusiasts can appreciate a true diversity in cars;
In the case of people hating SRT4's, probably many of them have been butt-hurt by getting spanked by one.
I also believe that some of the hate that SRT4's (and Cobalts ect) get is because imports took over the 'sport compact' segment after the domestic marques abandoned it in the early 1970's, so most late model cars identified as 'sport compacts' ARE imports... which brings us full circle back to bias.
Congrats on the purchase.
Srt4 are surprising cars they were made to keep up with the tuner community. They devalued that car horribly by removing the ACR equipment. Cars limited like this one is finding 1 with all original badging and equipment. Makes the car worth alot more. The car is nice though. I've always wanted an srt4
I bought one of these from the factory in 2005. Super fun daily driver. At the time it was the fastest street legal car you can buy for under $25,000. Fuck the haters. I respect anyone who is a car enthusiast, to each their own.
If you ever want to talk srt4 mines almost identical, cutout and all, also running larger intercooler and Bov. Been driving it for 2 years and still love it.
My friend Jamie had a base Neon. He built it up as a sleeper. Bored it out and kept it none turbo. That thing would fly and surprised everyone at stop lights. Can't say I'm a fan but I respect Neon's.
Been always an import guy but I would love me a Neon SRT. Looks aggressive.
I never hated the srt4 neon but never really respected it until one day I was just cruising and got behind one in my 04 Honda Accord 4 cylinder and because my car had rims and wasn’t fully stock the srt chose to downshift and just take off right when I got behind him and I realized that no I wasn’t trying to race him but there would be no point in trying because the car was gone before I even knew what happened
I had one ...and there not reliable especially if they were abused....from the previous owner....mine had 17lbs of boost and the synchro are made of bronze...and the 3rd gear goes. But I realized why ....after ...also theres a coolant line that's connected to the oil filter that goes bad and oil goes in the radiator ...and can be deleted .. cause people get confused thinking right away it's the head gasket when is not ...I learned alot on my car on why things go bad ..
I loved those cars , back when they came out they did not have much to compete with for the price.
I could be wrong but pretty sure that's a stock exhaust with the tips painted. They were stock with no muffler.
The only reason i dont like the srt4 neon is that dodge did nothing to the interior to make it srt different.
Coach Mcguirk seats an boost gauge what more could u ask for 😂😂😂
Yeah they did.... interior, exterior, engine and wheels.... they actually changed alot if you look...
ninja4187 interior is the same as a sxt besides seats an a boost gauge they could have done more but u don’t buy one of these for the interior an if that’s the reason u have a problem
@@carolinasrt4163 they did that to make it an affordable performance car. Its the reason company's have trouble selling performance cars now. They cost to much. All because of the insane interiors.
410_Redline street-team yea I know I own one😂
Neons are legendary... The only 4 banga I will ever buy and drive
I’m impressed with my first gen Highline Neon ! I did 120+ MPH down a mountain highway in November (winter weather 30 degrees) and the posted speed is 50 MPH. She held the curves well. I was surprised that she stuck. As cold as it was, soft side wall tires and the cheapest springs I could buy.
They're not terriblein corners . Just not as good as they could be
Cheap turbo 4-bangers....can't even go wrong. Forget these haters bro. You made the right choice. Keep up the good work!
You are right, every VIN decoder I have says it’s a base SRT-4 and base MSRP, but old cars are difficult to get a right Vin decoder, you got a nice fun daily, no accidents which is good, btw you registered the vehicle on my birthday, that was cool 👍🏻
I saw a cheap SRT-4 in Facebook Marketplace and I found you when searching CZcams for reviews. I want one! I need something to help me keep miles off my S2000. I'm from Charleston, SC so it's pretty cool to see a JDM enthusiast from SC. I also watch illiminate, Dustin Williams, TJ Hunt, and a few others from the west coast. Keep up the good work man.
I owned one for a while did suspension and turbo kit full exhaust etc it was a good car can be pretty reliable with a good clutch and proper transmission setup.
I’m thinking it may have been stolen at one point in its life, that would explain the missing ACR parts
my wife needed a car and a freind of mine working salvage gave me a 2000 neon with 215 on it and a bent ds tie rod end for 400 bucks that was six years ago and yes i wanted it to be safe for the wife so i did the timing belt and water pump and all the motormounts and cold air intake and new controlarms and swaybar links and slotted rotors and new drums calipers and all the new brake goodies,msd ignition ngk plugs and wires 16 inch eagle alloys and 205 55 16's and rear spoiler its now at 246 and runs and looks almost like a new car.this car was so easy to work on i had a blast never thought i would actually like a neon.Her parents just gave her a much newer car and i am going to sell the neon and i know for sure i will be looking for an SRT4 to work on
I just love cars in general. No bias at all
I have been seriously contemplating buying one of these I think this video makes me want it more 😆 glad I found your channel just subscribed
I used to hate srt4’s because they were tough to beat on street races with what i had at the time (toyota M2zz/xrs)
From what I remember, it was just called the srt-4, not neon srt4, I believe there are no neon badges anywhere. Some dealers also sold an appearance package for the r/t or sxt? That made it look like a srt4, basically bumpers, wheels and a wing but it wasn’t turbo charged. I also remember the srt4’s were underrated, meaning the advertised crank hp was almost their wheel horsepower.
Now that im not a kid anymore I appreciate all cars from all brands! I would daily drive one of these in a heartbeat.
I also remember the dodge commercials, “quickest car you could buy under $20k” what does $20k get you in 2019? 🤦🏻♂️
Hey Spencer. I've never driven or been beaten by a SRT-4, but there's nothing wrong with those cars. Man, if it makes you happy, drive the wheels off of it. I guess now you're finally picking up what Megan's been laying down all these years... they're fun cars. Nevermind whatever stigma you may have had in your head. Now you know. Cheers, bro.
haha thanks Mick! Always good to hear from you. We need to get together again sometime soon.
Love these cars I have 6 neons atm 1 srt4 and 4 sxt n a Plymouth one of them is a sxt srt look a like also have a full evo 5 body kit for one with after market fenders haven’t got around to putting them on one
I love these cars more than anything. So much fun and enjoyable.
Thanks for the video Car Bro! Glad to hear you’re liking the new Neon and I’m excited to see what the future holds for it.
Warm regards.
Man oh man it is so hard to find these cars today. Let alone get approved for one 🙄 one of my dream cars for sure
the main people who hated on the Srt-4 were those who drove Honda civics and probaly got smoked by a Srt-4 I always loved the Srt-4 I think they sound amazing and they look cool I tried to get one but couldn't get approved for one but i got approved for a 2005 lancer evolution so that's what I got and loved the shit out of that evo never had any problems and race that car every chance I had with minimal mods
It's always been my dream car and I finally just picked up a 2004 a couple weeks ago. I gotta say I love it but I also hate it. Honestly I don't like how extremely loud this one is. It has a 3" exhaust from front to back with only a small resignator on it and it is super loud. I would love to quiet it down without losing too much power but I do notice it feels like it has a little bit of lag to it so I'm not sure what the kid before me all did to the car. He gave me a list of all the things hes done to the car but the more I dig into it the more I keep finding things that are completely messed up and done wrong. Like running the wrong type of oil and the wrong spark plugs and the air filter looked like it had never been changed. He put some cheap coil overs on it and has it lower down and I don't like it because it rides like a lumber wagon it's completely stiff. Is handles like complete trash. I was pretty pissed and message the kid because I felt like I got ripped off and lied to. I mean it is fast and fun to drive but I don't think there as fast as everybody brags them up to be
That was one of the biggest problems with these cars..... owners were lower-IIQ and didn't modify/maintain them.
You need to color sand it and use a variable speed buffer with compound and it will look ten times better
Good shit👍🏻 to bad it doesn’t have the 16’s they were wide enough to safely fit 225’s and the seats would have been nice. But whatever. I’m also an neon enthusiast and might be able to suggest a few things.
You got the looks and power, that was more than enough, I love this car
I agree with you. Too many people are closed-minded in.the car community. Its like fans of sports teams.
Ive always gravitated towards underappreciated cars. The SRT is definitely under-appreciated. Unfortunately, it suffered from owners with low-IQs.
Stock acr seats say it on top part of seat if there stock seats nice car man love it
There is a big following of the Neon...I attended a owners meet in Detroit one Saturday morning ... about 75 cars showed up.... everyone had their's modified to suit the owners taste
And most on stock wheels i bet 😂
(I own one and am still on stockers lol)
This car is still legendary 👍👍👍
The whining squeal noise is the stock turbo that’s just what they do , hmu sometime I love my srt4 it’s red also .. and i also live in South Carolina
I love Jdm cars but Iv daily driven my srt4 and love it it’s a fun car and fast for what it is
I hate the Neon SRT4 because it isn't in my garage or driveway. I have a 2017 WRX instead. Stage 2 with 277whp and 304ft lb torque on a mustang dyno(protuned). I've wanted an SRT4 since they came out.
Still want one. Living in NY either they are rusted or beat. They do sound great though.
I've always liked the srt-4. I used to always drive one in Juiced on my ps2
I think the hate comes from it being in a strange segment for a strange time. Its a tuner car from a muscle car company that wasn't making either at the time. Its on the body of a car that wasn't part of the car community (aka just a Neon), and these were really only new and being advertised for 03-05. Those things make for a much narrower market than many competitors, and then you have the PT Cruiser being a sister of sorts that's quite a niche in itself. Its a great car, but essentially one that's a rare version of a common car.
Use an orbital polisher, with rubbing compound and machine polish is what I can suggest of course after wet sanding
I love that you call it a neon lmao a bunch of people get angry because they say on the tidal ite an srt
I hate how the seats dont go up and down
spicymcazian4u 1 lmao 😂😂😂
good looking car. i have a 2005 and the paint is all wore out. the roof is almost bare metal. mine it embarrassing. still a fun car.
I have a SRT also, recently adopted! Unfortunately it was beat all to hell by the owner before me. I am in the Carolina mopars club, check them out if you haven't yet. If you decide to go to the cars and coffees in Greenville, I would love to check this out!
I will likely go to the next Greenville Cars and Coffee!
I like when they get the older model neon and drop the srt-4 swap in it there is a few here in my city and man they is nice plus im not sure but i think the older ones were quite a bit lighter so they quick but they rare to see now thats for sure
Good old Collins Rd..I live right by there and take my cars to the end for pictures too. Small world.
Just looks like a neon to me
People have different likes and dislikes
Sure may be faster than other cars but looks is a big thing for me PERSONALLY
Full acr haas the 16" BBS wheels suspension and seats eith the acr logo and harness cutouts