2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser

2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser

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  • Now That "PT Mania" Has Ended, The Cruiser Faces Stiff Competition From Newer Hatchbacks

    Dec 22 '04
    Pros: Still looks great, unique view out, versatile seating, accurate shifter and clutch.
    Cons: Leisurely acceleration, nautical roll angles accentuated by squashy seats, tight rear quarters, disappointing fuel economy.

    Summary: My Experience A few weeks ago, I reviewed the MINI Cooper S--the automotive equivalent of blonde highlights and low-rise jeans--and found myself underwhelmed by the machine behind the hype. "Once the trend wanes," I thought, "this car will need ...

  • PT Cruising and Loving It!

    Nov 25 '06
    Pros: Versatile comfortable. Actual 30 MPG on road trips.
    Cons: Sluggishness in pick up on mountain roads.

    Summary: After a bad experience with a 2005 Ford Focus we purchased a 2005 PT Cruiser in August of this year. We looked around at many other cars and have been very happy with this choice. This was a preowned automatic 2005 Touring Edition. We paid a ...

  • Buy for the looks, stay for the drive.

    May 15 '06
    Pros: Pros: Looks, cruise control, ride, seat comfort, good quality, aircon.
    Cons: Cons: Not a world beater, heavier and slower than Neon it’s based on.

    Summary: I recently visited Houston, Texas, and needed to rent a car. I was surprised to see the PT Cruiser as one of the lowest priced rentals (at Thrifty) in the area. So, since I was curious about this car, I decided to check one out. Exterior: Okay, ...

  • The 2005 PT Cruiser : does it stand out from the rest?

    Oct 07 '05
    Pros: cavernous interior - plenty of space in the back
    Cons: big enough to feel like a mini-SUV. Noisy engine, sub-par shifter

    Summary: I've now driven 2 PT Cruisers : one turbo and one non-turbo. The 2.4 Turbo I drove a few months back was a low-output one if I remember correctly, so on the whole it didn't make too much difference. Having most recently driven several non-turbo PT ...

  • Love my new Cruiser! Updated

    Jun 09 '05
    Pros: Beautifully designed, attention to details, solid construction, fun to drive
    Cons: Poor fuel economy, brake pads are undersized and wear prematurely

    Summary: I've only had my new plum-colored PT Cruiser for two weeks but I already know that I love it! My review will be non-technical, as I am just a typical female buyer. I dont know much about cars, so if you are looking for an analysis of gear ratios or ...

  • i traded my VW GTI for a 2005 PT Cruiser

    May 31 '05
    Pros: unbelievably roomy, quiet highway cruising, stylish, ultra affordable, "made in north america" (well, mexico actually)
    Cons: sluggish acceleration with a full load, base engine noisy when floored

    Summary: i trade cars every 18-24 months. i like a newer, inexpensive car for reliable commuting. on saturday i traded in my 2004 VW GTI 6 cylinder for a 2005 PT Cruiser touring edition. (i purchased the VW in november 2003) my issues with the VW were: (a) ...

  • PSST! You, in the line for the 300, remember me?

    Oct 11 '04
    Pros: Purposeful, yet stylish design, high level of standard equipment
    Cons: Downmarket dash materials, winged Chrysler badge doesn't always disguise the Dodge Neon underpinnings.

    Summary: A rather hip friend of mine, back a few years ago, went to his Chrysler dealer (then Chrysler-Plymouth dealer...) and plucked down a hefty over invoice sum to be one of the first to own the most exciting Chrysler brand car in a generation- the PT ...

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  • PT CRUISER TURBO TOURING CONVERTIBLE

    Jul 07 '06
    Pros: acceleration, handling, style, pass through trunk fold down and flip rear seats..classy!
    Cons: split rear seat makes it hard to find inexpensive seat covers

    Summary: WOW! Buy the TURBO and GO!!! With just over 100,000 miles on my 1996 Sebring convertible I decided it was time to trade her in soon before something serious went wrong. Being a convertible man I knew my choices were limited so I started

  • Diesel ... only

    Jun 08 '05
    Pros: The look, driving pleasure (turbo CRD), roomy, make kids laugh, loved by girls.
    Cons: Not much storage.

    Summary: Got me a 2005 Limited Turbo CRD (Benz Diesel engine). Use to get a 2.0 Touring. That's definitely not the same car. The CRD is a way far powerful and punchy. Still a head turner, even after all these years. Still a kart-like behaviour (cornering flat,

  • Never Thought I Could Be in LOVE With a Car!!! But I AM!!!

    May 23 '05
    Pros: Comfortable, Quietness, Peppy, fairly Inexpensive for all the style you get!! Storage options. cruisin...Boom Boom
    Cons: AC vent knobs flimsy but found chrome aftermarket ones. Back seat for 4 only!

    Summary: I had my choice of any car, But the moment I say in the PT Cruiser touring Edition I was hooked. There is a love that happens in the first few minutes between a PT test driver and the car. I have owned my car for a week now and I can't wait to drive

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