Overview & Reviews
The Chrysler PT Cruiser's sporty GT trim level has been dropped for 2008. Chrysler has also reduced the convertible model's trim level availability and made minor adjustments to feature availability. However, there will be a new special-edition model coming out later in the model year, the PT Street Cruiser Sunset Boulevard Edition.
- Roomy cabin with great utility, smooth ride, low price.
- Aged design, tepid acceleration with the base engine, less than stellar fuel economy, awkward seating position for shorter drivers.
User Reviews:
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Fun! - 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By Kelly - September 30 - 5:16 amI love it! I got the metallic black and the finish is beautiful. The interior is unique and stylish. The pick up is good and its full of pep. Not only that but its so easy to park! The handy lift gate and fold away seats allow my Rottweiler to come along! Its roomier than it looks its an eye catcher. I dont care if its a little bit harder on the gas than some - its far better than the SUV I just unloaded and its way funner to drive. It works for me :)
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So over Chrysler! - 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By Chelsea - June 7 - 1:10 pmI loved driving my used 2001 Limited Edition PT Crusier but was having some problems with it come 2007 so I decided it was time for a new one..despite the previous problems I had, I figured buying a brand new one I wouldnt have any problems, so I purchased a brand new Cruiser on January 1, 2008. Do you think its been a joy? Not one bit! I have had nothing but problems since day one! It has been in for balancing over 3 times, the tires have been indexed multiple times, and now it squeaks when I go over anything that makes the car bouce. Its so annoying! Body creaks shouldnt be happening on a less then one year old car! I am over my car and will never buy a Chrysler again!
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Looks nice, runs great, but - 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By aggie - May 23 - 2:06 amThe car runs great, handles well, nice and roomy. There is a squeaking noise going over bumps that sounds like it hasnt been lubed. I like it very much. Its versatle and fun to drive. Makes you want to get in it and go cruising except I cant because the headlights randomly flicker. This ranges from mild to severe with severe being when the dash lights flicker too and then they both blip out and then back on again. Ive had it to two different dealers who cant find a thing wrong wth it so I guess it must be posessed. I wouldnt buy another one of these. I hope someone can finally fix it so I can enjoy it without worry.
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My Beatles-Mobile - 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By sgtpepper33 - April 24 - 6:13 pmGot this car for my sweet 16, and I love it! So fun to drive, a great starter car. Everyone told me that Pt Cruisers were for old people, but its surf blue color makes it very chic. Great to drive for long amounts of time and listen The Beatles in. :)
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Turbo? no way! - 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By Viviana - December 14 - 9:43 pmMy first pt a brand new 2002, loved my car, had it for 7 years only two problems with it and we solved it fast,Now I have a new 2008 turbo and it has been at the dealership about 12 times, they cant find nothing wrong with it, they said its all normal, but it feels that you are riding on a tractor at the farm.gas milage is so poor,tire ligh on, the ratleling noise it makes, the squeaks andthe power seat handle broke off. Iam so upset that this pt is so sad!give me my 2002 back. Whats wrong with the people at the dealership?
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PT Cruiser Had to have it - 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By Had To Have it. - October 24 - 4:10 pmI have been a Chevy man for years, an I love old car, and then when I read this was the last year of the PT Cruiser I knew I had to have one. I love the way this car looks I love the way it drives. I just love this car.
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I cant believe I bought this great car! - 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By BIG NL - July 3 - 4:23 pmIve owned this all of 2 days and its been incredible. Everyone goes WOW!!! The surf blue is a real eye catcher. I am a large person and everyone is shocked I bought this convertible!!! At 350 lbs.. most cars are not suitable but this is so roomy! Of course all good things in Detroit get discontinued. Had to really search to find one but so far it was well worth it!
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Buy best yet from chryler - 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By chrysler pt cruiser - April 18 - 11:10 amIve been buying Chrysler all my life yes since I could drive. My dad was a master mechanic. This car is my best all over yet. Riding and just home running, i am disabled and it really helps me with the lumber adj. In the seat on the drivers side, and have all electric is a big help too. The size I love is, brings me back too the 1970s. My only sad thing is that chryslers busy is going out the door. My place that I bought my cars for 30 years and fix them. Have no longer been able to keep what they had. Dont know all the notes but, this is a sad issue for me I dont want to buy any other vehicle. Bring back Chrysler.
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Love it, love it, love it! - 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By pkkitty - May 17 - 9:30 amMy husband and I both have a 2008 PT Cruiser. Mine is Cool Vanilla and his is Blue. Being retired we wanted something that was dependable and comfortable to drive. It is easy to get in and out of and I sit higher than my Chrysler LeBaron that I owned before. I just heard they are being discontinued this month and was hoping to purchase another PT Cruiser in 2012 but now that wont be happening. Sorry to hear this!
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mondays car - 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
By sandy - December 5 - 9:56 amMy 1st pt was a 2002 5 speed loved the car after 124,000 mi I felt I should get another. I have been to the dealer to many times. I bought a used 2008 with 12,000 mi. After 2 mo. And 3, ooo mi the car died on a 4 lane road. Alternator needed to be replaced. 2 moths later a wire came loose need to be replaced. Just picked it up from the dealership and now the speedometer is not working. Gotta go back again. I do not trust this car anymore. I loved the 2002. Hate this car. I am afraid to go on a long trip.
