Chrysler PT Cruiser in general

I first saw the Cruiser as the concept Coupe sometime in the second half of the 90s and like most of the other reviewers was overcome by the “WOW” factor. In 1999 press articles announced that it had been put into production in the states as a 5 door MPV and would be available in the UK in 2000. I decided I must have one even if the performance figure were “acceptable” rather than good, especially as the car provided very flexible load carrying capacity. I still love the concept of the car and enjoy driving it when it is not back with the dealer to have faults rectified but will not be buying another. In the 19 months I have had the car I ...

To be honest, I can't remember where I first saw this car. I think it was in a newspaper ad. But I definitely remember thinking "Wow!"... At the time, I was mulling over changing in both my own and my wife's cars for a single one as I'd just moved to a "train commute" job. We were looking at MPVs at the time but one look at the specs on this baby and a visit to the showroom later and we had our name on the list. We have two young children (with a third now on the way) and although we had to wait around six months (don't know what the waiting list is like now), it was WELL WORTH IT! We took delivery just before ...

The PT CRUISER from CHRYSLER began as a concept car but, through public opinion, became a reality. Its retro looks will guarantee neck strain in both pedestrians and other road users, the only road presence lacking is a more throaty exhaust note. I have had my CRUISER for 6 weeks now and it has attracted more looks than a Kylie Minogue video. Definitely not for the shy-retiring types. The 2litre 16v engine pulls surprisingly well for what looks like such a big car ( 0-60=9.6 secs) while the reasurance of ABS and traction control, as well as arm chair comfort and excellent driving position, make driving a pleasure. Interior space can be configured ...