2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring review from North America
"Cheap trash"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
After only 37,000 miles, the front-wheel bearings are shot (a fix by the dealer estimated at $1,200.)
I also have, according to an independent shop, a leaking head gasket. The leak should be covered by warranty, but with so many things going wrong, and the resale value so low, I'm "donating" the car for a tax deduction.
General comments?
I was very irritated with the low clearance; I was continually scraping bottom when going into driveways.
Very poor mileage -- 16MPG.
And the window controls were placed such that rear-seat passengers were always inadvertently opening windows with their feet.
I will say that the interior was very comfortable, and the transmission was very responsive.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2005 |
| Year of manufacture | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4L Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 38000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota RAV4 |
| Date of Entry | 30th April, 2009 |