re: Neon ACR response

[Tom Barrett <mail@ns.htc.net>]

Ah, isn't it great to know that out  there in the ether there are groups of
people who are saying "Boy, I wish my car was built with as much quality as a
VW"!  Kind of made my day...

Tom

>  From: Christopher Newcomb Shenefield <shenec@rpi.edu>, on 8/28/97 3:23 PM:
>  
>  To the person who asked about the Neon ACR,
>  
>  The question posed about the ACR Neon (from the Jetta mailing list?) made it
to the Neon mailing list.  I have been a VW person my whole life having owned 3
GTI's and one VR6 Corrado; so my point of view should be representative of your
frome of mind.
>  
>  The ACR is a great car.  A recent survey of Neon owners conveyed the
following:
>  The Neon is a great value, especially the ACR.
>  The Neon has some quality control problems that are hit-or-miss.
>  Chrysler dealers are a BIG problem.  They aften do not do satisfactory work.
>  (sounds like some VW dealerships I know)
>  About 90% of Neon owners would buy the car again (high percentage).
>  
>  The ACR is much like a 1984 Jetta with fully independent suspension and a
suspension kit.  Needless to say, the handling is really great.  The ACR goes
for about $14,000 with A/C and cassette.  That is the allure of the car.  Great
handling and good power for less money than a VW.  Simple.
>  
>  Now, quality and build are another story.  The VW wins there.  This goes
back to the old question, "How much money do you want to spend."  Note also,
that a 1995 Neon Sport can be had for about $8000 now.  What is a 95 Jetta
worth used?
>  
>  I hope this sheads some Chrysler light on the VW crowd,
>  Chris Shenefield
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