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By sim40son on 12/24/11 07:36 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I have had this car since 2007, it was fine for the 1st year but I had to put brakes on a fairly new car.
Have to buy new tires all the time it wears them out, new brakes every year because of the ceramic brake pads bad design.
wiring harness went and something else that was not suppose to ever go bad, chrysler paid for that.
I have had to put new wheel bearings on, when the timing belt brakes it takes out the whole housing expensive, even a tune up is outrageous.
I am reviewing cars this time.
I like my PT cruiser, but I do not like the huge expense of repairs, chrysler parts are expensive.
My mechanic told me that chylsers are very expensive to repair.
wish I new ahead of time.
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By wintkel on 11/29/11 14:27 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
dealer commited fraud, forged papers, car only got 18 mpg. poor service from chrysler and dealer, could not get warranty work done as parts not available, in the 2 years owned car windows never worked. chrysler advertised a 3 day test drive, wrong, false advertising, don't tell you if you have a trade in that does not apply. dealer called pt cruiser american, wrong, made in Mexico. dealer sold us extended warranty, why do you need this on a 39 month lease when the warranty from chrysler is 36 month, more dealer fraud.
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By l8dybg79 on 08/04/11 10:55 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
PLEASE reconsider if you are wanting to buy a PT.
I bought my '06 used, but only 11 months old & very few miles.
I have had a lot of AC problems, heater core, wheels, brakes, and tire problems.
AND the back door lock doesn't work (gets stuck locked) until you manually unlock it... a pain when you have kids.
It handled well on snow/ice.
But that about the only positive thing I can think about it.
The biggest complaint I have is the 18-19 mpg!
And thats driving 20 miles highway to & from work every day!
WHAT A GAS HOG!!!! NOT WHAT THEY SAY IT GETS.
And.. I keep up with the maintenance... oil changes, etc.
I would definitely reconsider buying a PT Loser!
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By Anonymous on 12/06/10 00:00 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
We bought this car new. 180 hp turbo has get up and go. Amazingly comfortable, expecially considering exterior dimensions. Seats front and rear are comfortable. Lots of room. Easy to see out of. Ride is smooth. We take it on trips in preference to our 2005 Volvo V70 2.5T. Very reliable. Only one repair: windshield washer nozzle replaced. Dealer says front brakes look like they haven't been used. We love our Cruiser.
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By pt109 on 07/08/10 11:26 AM (PDT)
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2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I've had less than a week and have put almost 800 miles on the the little thing. Last car was a Crown Vic so torque seems a bit on the thin side. Love the top down and quiet with top up. as far as styling goes people either love or hate them. I love it. every time I get behind the wheel I think beetle because of the body color dash and view over the hood. Ride/handling trade off seems perfect for this sporty but not sports car. I was hoping for better mileage than my Vic but so far it is about the same. Disappointing for a 4 Cylinder, but I didn't buy it because it was an econobox.
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By mw on 06/21/10 15:29 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I bought this car with low mileage as a dealer shuttle car. I figured since the dealer used it to simply shuttle people back and forth it would be reliable. Wrong, even the best mechanic couldn't save the horrible reliability of Chrysler. I have spent over $3500 in repairs to keep the car from over heating and to regulate the engine fans. My mechanic said he sees this all the time on Chrysler cars. No wonder this company cant stay afloat. I will never ever buy another Chrysler again. Thanks for making the WORST American made cars around. Stick to Ford.
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By GOGOTHECAT on 06/01/10 18:29 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Great looking with maintenance issues. Power steering hoses, AC freon leak, premature brake pad wear. Other than that, How was the play Mrs. Lincoln? Sporty fun has come with a price.
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By rickevans033050 on 05/24/10 18:47 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I rented one of these doofuses for a trip to the Grand Canyon because Enterprise didn't hold the Kia Rio I reserved. Talk about clumsy and underpowered. It could barely hold 50 mph flooring the pedal to the metal climbing the hills between Phoenix and Flagstaff. It's a 6000' climb with some fairly steep grades. But we were being blown by Aveos, Corollas, Sentras and Neons. It's fuel economy averaged about 21. In handling my Corolla CE could run circles around it. I don't get those who think it's "fun to drive" Interior is comfy and many like this retro wannabe but frankly the styling is dowdy.
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By musemgr on 05/23/10 14:41 PM (PDT)
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Then this might not be the car for you. I traded in my luxury car for this due to the recession and I love that it's dependable and economical re gas, service and repairs. It's a little noisy (but I admit I was spoiled) but the cost differential makes up for it. Oh and don't go without Cruise control. I hate that I'm missing cc.
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By Ed M on 05/21/10 07:17 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
Review
Bought the GT PT Convert in April 2010, it is a 2006 and the owner was a senior, car had only 7,900 miles on it! So far just needed a new driver's door mirror- it broke and dealership covered it. Gas is definitely an issue, but if you want the extra horse you gotta pay. This car is flawless for five years old. Only use it three or four times a week, plan to keep garaged and immaculate. Hope to preserve as a collector item. Chrysler only made the GT Conv for two years 05 and 06. Have orig build sheet and window sticker- love this car and plan to keep into it's antique years.
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