I like my neon...second one (don't ask, & no it wasn't cause I recked it). I was all about VW's before this & was close to getting one till I actually decided to drive one & see what they were all about. I was impressed. Yes, some people will say the interior sucks, that it's not on par with other imports & what-not. But think about this, it wasn't made for luxery or complete comfort. It came with racing seats, an ok suspension that doesn't take much to upgrade, a strong tranny that will take a beating (& yes it will let you know when it's had enough, just like any car), a great sounding exhaust that gets better. & a motor that will take a beating. You don't have to spend much to make this thing go any quicker or faster. Also remind you that 04+ came with an LSD, not bad for a lil 4-door skittle. You can spend roughly a grand & get close to 280whp, not bad considering they already come with around 220-230whp out the box. But it's the torque that's a killer. Point blank it's a beast. Your best bet, test drive one, inspect it really good, like someone said previously, some people might have returned it to stock. But do your homework & know what you're getting yourself into. Ya, there are other cars out there at the same price that may handle better, interior may look better, be more comfy. But when all is said & done with...what's so different? Nothing a lil modding can't take care of...all about what your looking for & what you want to do down the road. But good luck...& be safe