1.   Anti-lock brakes are optional on the mid-level LX and top-end ES, but are not available on the base model, the DX.

2.   Antilock braking is optional on base models but was included on our test vehicle, the top-of-the-line ES.

3.   Base models take unleaded regular gasoline, while the Type S requires premium fuel.

4.   Base models will have front-wheel drive.

5.   Besides the base five-speed manual, an optional five-speed SportShift automatic transmission is available on the base model.

6.   A visitor to the Autobytel site can type in exactly the car he wants, starting with a base model and adding options.

7.   But the base model is hardly a stripped edition.

8.   Chrysler is selling more base model Neons and Breeze cars than their luxury versions.

9.   During my laps around the Texas Motor Speedway course, I was surprised at the power and stability of even this base model.

10.   Even the base model has excellent handling characteristics and great pickup.