Overview & Reviews
A convertible joins the PT Cruiser lineup for 2005.
- Distinctive styling inside and out, spacious cabin with multiconfigurable rear seats, smooth ride, spirited acceleration on turbo models, reasonable pricing.
- Acceleration can be sluggish with base engine, awkward seating position for shorter drivers, unimpressive fuel economy.
User Reviews:
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Great enjoyment - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By Robert Thompson - August 2 - 10:40 amWe fell in love with it in car magazine pictures. Full blown love when we actually saw one on the lot. Took it home to try and it has not left. Great fun, great ease to enjoy the top down. Great purformance and gas mileage balance. The turbo is wonderful. Only down side has been having to replace the front brakes after only 18K miles of normal city driving. We simply love the little thing that is not so little and really works for us. Drives great, looks great and we get great comments on it every where we go. Thanks Chrysler for contintinueing to put out exciting cars. I just wish I could have a HEMI in it.
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Love my cruiser - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By Jo - July 30 - 9:16 pmIts hard to believe I am taking time to answer your inquiry but I love my car so much that it is worth the time.....Driving with the top down and the roll bar in view makes me feel l6 again...when I park it even if next to an expensive car, my little beauty gets the looks....I have owned Mercedes through Corvettes, and this is my number l favorite. Only downfall is trunk space, but small price to pay for driving this American Beauty.... Jo Zarnoch, Director of Real Estate, River Run Country Club.
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P/T Convertible is Solid & Fun - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By Dogchow - June 30 - 4:13 pmI was especially impressed with how sturdy and solid this car is, especially after being disappointed with the feel of the Sebring convertible. This convertible is also surprisingly quiet with none of the highway wind noise usually associated with a convertible. Very comfortable car.
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The PT Cruiser Blues - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By garcande - June 25 - 9:59 amI recently purchased a beautiful 05 Cruiser Touring Convertible with only 26,000 one owner miles. I bought it from the local Lexus dealer who said it was a trade in. It looks immaculate and garage kept. I had driven about 1000 miles when the electric top riser went out. I took it to my mechanic, he tinkered around with it, but said it wasnt his area of expertise and he was going on vacation. The next day the air conditioner went out. I took it to another mechanic and it was the compressor, of course, and cost $1200 to fix. By contrast, the air on my 96 VW just went at 15K miles! And, I still havent fixed the top. To be continued...
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Love it! - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By AIMNICHOLE - June 17 - 4:56 amThis car has been amazing! I have so much fun in it! Also with the glass back window, and the airtight top, you cant even tell it is a convertible with the top up, it is awesome!
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Was PT - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By Touring Edition - June 17 - 3:23 amEasy to drive, maneuver, economical. I have to fight the family to drive it.
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Good Value for the $ - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By coloradodawg - June 5 - 11:36 amI now have 29 K on it and it has proofed to be a reliable fun and handy car to own. The ability to change the rear seating around as needed has really been handy. Also once I put in a K@N air filter in I was able to get as high as 33 mpg on the highway and about 28 city. Would only recommend the 5 spd due to the lack of power though unless you live somewhere really flat. If I were going to change something I would have had the power locks and rear truck release as standard equip. Also the shifting is pretty stiff compared to say a toyota.
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Perfect Fit - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By SilverBullet - June 4 - 7:13 pmI researched this vehicle on the internet and had a super experience. Got exactly what I wanted and knew what I would pay before I went to the dealership. I find the ride much quieter and smoother than what you read about. Im 58" and I dont find the view awkward -rather the angles and shapes almost eliminate the blind spot. A+++ to the design team. Its peppy - not sluggish at all. Handling is a dream. Features are right where you expect them. Superb mileage. This is the 1oth vehicle I have owned and by far the most fun to drive.
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Not bad so far... - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By Barnum - June 4 - 12:16 amVeh has great functionality, very comfortable for four adults. 4 cyl w/auto is spunky. Most always can be configurable for whatever I need to carry. However, even when I really try I cant get better than 20 mpg city, and have never gotten over 22 on the highway. Thats pitiful for a 4 cyl engine. RAV-4 will probebly be next car- too bad, because I really like driving the Cruiser...
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First Convertable - 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By SecondPt owner - May 28 - 10:00 amHead turner. Handles great. Manual shift is smooth. Lots of leg room for 4 people.