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Loved this car, but hated turning radius
SuMo, 05/01/2010
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
51 of 53 people found this review helpful
I was just in a wreck and totaled my car after 5 years and 55,000 miles. I can speak from experience - this car did wonderfully in a front end collision at 50 mph. I walked away unhurt. Now to the car itself: This car was reliable, never in the shop for any major repairs. I loved the leather seats and seat warmers. The top is so easy to put up and down - I commonly did it while waiting at a stoplight. It had decent trunk space and could easily accommodate 4 passengers. My major complaints with this car were the poor gas mileage (mid/high teens in the city) and the worst turning radius of any car I have ever driven. The car also had some pretty significant blind spots when the top was up.
No More Blues!
garcande, 10/24/2013
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
19 of 20 people found this review helpful
Well, it's finally fixed. I have a convertible again! You'll recall from my last review that I was still waiting for the parts from Chrysler which may/ or not come in December. I decided to search the web again for rebuilt parts. I finally found a company in Oregon that rebuilds the cylinders better than new. Better yet, they have an exchange policy that allows you to get the new parts up front and return the old ones for a credit. The Chrysler service team actually had to call them to find out how to install them, as they only know how to replace the complete unit (which you can't get)! I must say they were very helpful and I'm sure they never want to see me again. That's all for now!
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Fun, not economical
ResearchPaysOff, 08/07/2010
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
I love this car for what I bought it for, a fun, affordable, four seat convertible with a power top.
Fun Car
Tom, 07/31/2010
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
This car has been a commuter's dream! The turbo engine is a monster on the highway with no hesitation, and the roll bar design is a real head turner. I drive this year round, and with the addition of studded snow tires in the winter, I have no issues with snow or any weather. The leather is heated, and the headlights are great for night driving. The only issue I have had are front wheel bearings, replaced them twice, but I highly recommend this car to anyone who likes the top down! Plenty of leg and head room, (I am over 6'1",) and easy to access the back seats for small people! My top MPG highway has been 27, however, I can only reach that using 93 octane fuel.
My PT Cruiser Convertible
bilmac1, 08/16/2012
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
I simply love my PT Convertible, it has served me very well, no engine problems, no major problems at all, just routine maintenance, and I have had it for 7 years! It gets decent gas mileage, not like some of today's models are getting, but who can really complain about 20 miles per gallon of 75% town and 25% highway miles.
Great car!!!
benjamincmh, 04/26/2013
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
I drove this car from ohio to San Diego california with no issues love this car I brought it used with over 80,000 miles on it almost a year ago and drove it recently from ohio to california I never changed anything or had any issues car is great !!!
Design Flaws Kill this car for me.
aut0savant, 01/31/2015
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
37 of 44 people found this review helpful
The problems start by design. This car is not user friendly when it comes to roadside emergency. the way the engine is set up, its almost impossible to simply replace a tire under an hour. the spare tire retainer is bolted under the car that must be accessed from the trunk. If you ever wanted to replace your spare tire with a full sized tire, the retainer is far to small. The thermostat retainer is very poorly designed. Chrysler has made it in such a way that its almost necessary to remove the intake manifold rather work around/under it. When the thermostat seizes -- rather than have a high-pressure release, it will just rupture a hose (usually the smallest near the air filter.)
After 3 years and 35,000 miles I think..
Scott n Buffalo, 11/26/2007
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
After owning the car for 3 years overall I have mixed feelings. I went into this car after driving Honda/Subaru products and Chrysler failed to meet the bar set. I have been at the dealership at least once per month since getting the car several control arms, molding items, and various suspension components broke during the first few years of ownership. Also, the initial fuel economy was terrible, but something happened right around 10,000 mile where both city and highway miles doubled.
Fun, Economical and Reliable
Sherry Griffin, 01/15/2007
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Love this car! Really enjoying the sporty look and feel, standard transmission and one-touch control for the convertible top. Have had my car for a little more than 2 years and it is very reliable. The fact that it has a comfortable back seat was a big selling feature, too. It easily accommodates four adults. Gas mileage is 27-29MPG consistently. Would recommend the PT Cruiser Convertible to all ages!
What a Car
tsgtret89, 11/06/2010
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
My 2005 PT Convertible has been a great car. We did have a wheel bearing go and the roof/windows needed repair. Other than this, it is the first new car I have ever been happy with. I've owned GM cars, Fords and a couple rice burners. Non of them even begin to compare with the drivability and fun that this little car affords. Gas mileage is around 25 mpg, but it does have a turbo and 220 hp. It's too bad they are going to stop making a car that most every one loves. I'd buy mine all over again, but would really try to get a better price. $28,000.
Dream Cruiser is a Dream!
Barb Jellison, 04/13/2007
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I've had my turbo Dream Cruiser for 2 years. It has never been in for service, except oil changes. Everything has worked perfectly. I am amazed at how solid and quiet the double layer top is when up. With the top down the seats are set deep enough to be safe for my dogs to ride along. We drop the top on warm winter days and turn on the heated seats. It can go up or down at a stop light with a turn of the locking latch and one button push, and the windows go down with it! The stereo with a 6-CD changer is great, and the auto stick is a fun feature. I get more compliments on this car than any I have had before, especially the Lava Red color with matching top. The "Smart glass" is amazing too.
Don't Buy One
Ron Sliter, 01/28/2006
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
We purchased a brand new PT Conv and we have had nothing but trouble with it. The original dealer was no help in repairing it and we took it to another dealer Integrity Chrysler Dodge with the same results. To add insult to injury Chrysler Corp has been no help at all. The car stops running for no reason and won't start back up again until it's ready. I have had this happen at 70 mph on the freeway and at just about any other speed. The radiator also cracked and had to be replaced and the car doesn't even have 10,000 miles on it. Buy a Mustang at least they run and you can get them repaired. I will never buy another Chrysler product and neither should you.
Not a great purchase
John, 02/12/2008
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for 3 years and have had a lot of problems door seals replaced 6,000 miles Horrible fuel economy from day 1 15 mpg city 18 hwy premium fuel dealer said would improve with driving 21000 miles now and no better new stereo 8000 miles new wheel bearings 19000 miles has been in shop often Chrysler does not offer rentals either pd 34,000.00 very loaded Inferno Red Gorgeous car they said it was not a high end model like a 300M or Aspen or Crossfire just a PT Cruiser Chrysler no help either Took to another dealer same excuses now just parked till lease up have 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe company car excellent gas mileage and very reliable Hyundai honors their warranty
High cost/&high repair cost
Mike C, 03/23/2017
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
The overall value of the car is far less than the value of the car. Ratio of 1/5. Because of the many problems, an hard to service per mechanics, an cluster panel failure, this car should be restricted to hobby driving to grocery store, but not suitable for city an high traffic driving. You will end up paying for it twice based on repairs.
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Frustrated with this car!
Missy, 06/16/2010
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
First I have to say I love the look of this car (I have a convertible) and it is fun to drive BUT the problems I have had are disappointing. First the computer was bad and it had to be towed 6 times before they found it. (That's me standing in a parking lot with a dead car that many times.) Luckily, then it was under warranty. Then the list began: the battery has exploded, the air conditioner went out and cost a thousand dollars, there is some kind of short they can't find that causes a pop and the dash to go out when I'm driving. I could go on. It's sad because I love it but I'm ready to punt! The amount of money I've had to spend on this car already is ridiculous.
Desert Delight!
Sunny, 06/19/2010
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car used (CARFAX showed one owner with low mileage.) I love and have always driven convertibles. This one has a very tight body due to the roll bar with very low noise and /or rattling for a rag top. I get about 24 mpg around town. It' perfect top down in the Palm Springs autumn, winter and fall. For triple digit heat (100+F) in the desert summer, the triple insulated top and forceful a/c keep it very comfortable. The interior is roomy, even for a 6'2" guy like me. The "theater" seats put you in a higher position. I haven't had a single repair and the turbo provides high performance when needed. Fun to drive, attracts attention (I've had several offers to buy it) and reliable!
Fun in the Sun
Daelen, 01/05/2007
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have wanted a convertible all my life, and am not a bit sorry I chose this one. It handles beautifully, has a smooth comfortable ride, the bucket seats cradle you. The single latch one button operation for the top couldn't be simpler. This is not a good rainy day car, water will run off the top into open doors or windows due to no gutters on a ragtop, and rain will also run off the lid into the trunk. The turbo model has good pickup, and there is enough room in the trunk for 2 peoples weekend luggage. If they could improve the fuel economy even a little it would make this car the best in its class. Having the Glove Box lock and unlock with the doors would be a really nice feature.
Baby Boomer Fun Car
wts, 03/30/2004
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Fun to drive. We get alot of looks. We own the GT TURBO with 220 HP. I'm afraid my wife will get a speeding ticket. Very quick, handles great. More room than it appears to have.
Plum Fun in the Sun!
Barry in VA, 02/28/2005
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I was looking for a convertible that was both fun and somewhat practical. The Cruiser GT convertible is like driving a convertible SUV with a rocket engine! I love it! I was impressed by the build quality, and the performance. The car is very quiet and has a very well insulated soft top. With the quirky styling and the Plum color, it gets lots of smiling looks, and compliments in parking lots. It is just a fun car to drive! Beyond the fun factor, the car hugs the road and with ABS and traction control is secure in wet and snowy conditions. You would be hard pressed to find a fun, powerful, distinctive looking convertible that is this well equipped for a better price.
Satisfied GT Convertible purchasers
bryan & shannon, 12/30/2004
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Purchased black PT convertible GT. Power, style, handling, all as advertised. *Very* impressive 220 hp turbo engine; after driving the non-turbo and 180 hp turbo touring edition, the 220hp is substantively different and we would suggest only the 180 or 220 if any power is required at all or if the car will be driven at high altitudes. Of course style is an individual preference, but folks definitely checked out the car on our trip between LA and San Diego.:) Handling during rainstorm was impressive; lots of standing water but traction control kept the car stable [unfortunately other cars weren't so lucky -- several spin outs and accidents on the interstates]. Top goes up and comes down easy.
Piece of Junk
delrosen, 11/23/2008
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
Avoid the temptation of buying this car with the thoughts of cruising with the top down. Severe suspension problem. Major repairs/replacements required, including control arms and hub bearing before the car even had 40,000 miles. Now the motor mounts have failed at 41500. Looking through other reviews, I see the same issues reported. Wish I'd found this site and read the reviews prior to my purchase.
Still Got the PT Cruiser Blues
garcande, 06/01/2013
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
9 of 17 people found this review helpful
Hi, it's me again. I've already told you about the AC going out and the top not going up or down. Now, after I picked it up from the mechanic the last time it started making a thumping noise in the front right. I thought it was something the mechanic had done, but no, it was the right front motor mount! Now, Chrysler recommends you PULL the engine to replace the mount, but my man said he didn't have to do that. Only cost $700 this time. And by the way, he said, there were only 2 out of 4 bolts holding the mount on and that's why it broke! Also only 2 out 4 bolts on the power steering pump at only 27K miles! To be continued...
I LOVE It
Pauline Dugal, 01/21/2004
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
It's yesterdays car with todays featuers, Its about time we get someone with a good eye desining the cars again
Bad Cruiser
TDH, 11/20/2008
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
The car was fine for the first two years, but it has been a headache ever since. The turbo blew out when the car was 2 years old. It was still under warranty. The dealership performed shoddy work, and it ended up in the shop again for repeat repairs. I would never again purchase a Chrysler. I have spent almost $10,000 in repairs. I hope Chrysler and it subsidiaries go down in flames. No bail out!
The PT Cruiser Blues
garcande, 05/25/2013
updated 05/26/2016
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I 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 wasn't 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 haven't fixed the top. To be continued...Update to 2015. Car ran fine for a while, ended up selling it. Guy who bought it called me a week or so later and told me the engine died and all the warning lights went on. This Cruiser is a lemon. Maybe some of them were good, but not this one. Oddly enough Fiat is assembling the Fiats that are sold to the US market in the same plant in Toluca, Mexico. I've heard they are riddled with problems, too!
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Cruisin' in my PT is the best ride in town~
Kittypots, 11/04/2017
updated 05/07/2018
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I think the above stats says it all, but I'll add that I think it's a shame that they don't make this car any longer! It's a great looking car, is very comfortable, roomy, handles great and is the best car I've ever had!
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Chrysler Man No More
rustydd, 12/13/2007
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Sold Chrysler's for 12 years...now at Honda for 1 1/2 years. Had Jeep, Dodge and now the worst PT Convertible. Oil light comes on every other time I start ignition...cannot be fixed after four attempts by two seperate service departments. Smart Glass is not too smart when it's cold and we have any type of moisture. Glass freezes and will not go up and down until the car gets warm enough to loosen the windows and worst of all is fuel mileage. Sticker says 19 city/25 highway...hah!!! I baby the gas pedal or drive like a madman I get 18 in the summer and 17 in the winter. Sorry Chrysler, I have had it with your poor quality, poor fuel mileage and terrible resale value. Go Honda Go
consumer satisfaction
sally conklin, 02/27/2005
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Aside from the great fun to drive..the performance, get up and go with the turbo, as well as the ease of getting in and out are a significant plus. I am a 72 year old Senior as are most of my friends. Most need a 'crane' to get in and out of cars of any kind and find even getting into the back seat, remember it is a two door and with the front seat all the way back they do very well. Milage is summer only. Covered in the garage now..SUV for MIchigan winter..Had it since April 2004
I take the Long way home
mostly, 02/25/2008
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Nothing better than a drive down country roads with the top down. The turbo engine gives pickup that never disappoints.
A fun car seats 4 comfortable adults just on time
Sandra Bell, 04/27/2017
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
It's FUN
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Fun but pricy
elljay, 05/07/2004
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
it is a head turner. performance is ok with the 170hp turbo. very good seats for long drives. fuel economy is not very good even with careful driving. interior design is good. exterior is very nice,good lines. quality is ok. the fabric used feels like velcro on skin. reliability is yet to be determined.
2005 PT Cruiser Turbo 5speed....
smokinghalo, 09/14/2012
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
LOVE this car. I bought it to replace my falling apart 1998 Honda Accord. Sure I've had some mechanical issues with it, but nothing that's left me stranded. Car came with the extended Chrysler Gold Plan that covered the front control arms (common problem, the bushings like to fail), the oil pressure switch (common failure in a LOT of Mopars) and the front wheel bearings. I work for a dealer so I know the issues these have (multifunction switch, wiper nozzles like to die, but the biggest problem was the control arms. The A/C suction line died too but that was also covered under warranty. Gas mileage sucks, but hey, it's a 220HP turbo monster convertible!
05 PT Cruiser Convertible
Donna Ancsanyi, 09/19/2006
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I got my PT Cruiser convertible in April of 05. I always liked the PT from when it first came out. This car is the cutest car I've ever owned. It drives great, the turbo has great power especially when merging into traffic on the major highways. The a/c works great,all electronics work well. I like how when the top goes down all the windows do too at the same time. I would recommend this car to anyone who likes a convertible. I get alot of compliments on the car all the time. It is a definite head turner. The model I have is the Dream Cruiser Series which makes it alittle different then the usual PT, being that the convertble top color matched that of the car. A great choice in car selection
PT Turbo Convertible
rusgc, 08/16/2004
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I'm very impressed with this car. We just returned from 1800 mile trip and comfort, driveability, and performance on the road were very good. I also have 2 Porsches, a Boxster and 1984 Carerra 911, we like to travel in. This car doesn't compare of course in the handling department, but comfort, roominess, and power from the turbo on the road, were surprisingly good. Gas mileage was 23-25, not great, but maybe OK considering the performance - cruised easily at 80 - 85 - still pushed you back in the seat when you hit the accelerator. I ran it up to 115 which it hit easily and had it had a lot more to go. Overall, very pleased.
Surprised at the quality
Kevin, 12/22/2006
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
What a nice surprise to buy an American made vehicle that does not shake rattle and roll. None of the annoying vibrations of the past. Fun to drive. Nice lines. Easy convertible conversion. Some road noise, but it's a convertible! Good sound system. Small trunk. If the windshield and the front end was a little sleeker, it would look totally cool instead of practically cool.
When cross country and loved it
Roscommon Patrick, 02/20/2005
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I took my convertible cross country,and it was a blast. I could cruise at 80-85 with no problem except for the police. I got decent economy driving at the higher speeds, and the handling was fantastic.I couldn't ask for a finer ride.
Excellent car!
PT Lover, 09/04/2004
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I LOVE this car! All I want to do is drive! This is the most fun I've had with a car in a long time.Trunk space is a problem, but that's a small price to pay for so much fun. The 5 speed handles great.
cruiser convertible touring
rocky hill, 03/12/2005
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
A great little car that makes getting from here to there a fun experience. Coming from a large truck, Chevy 2500 hd diesel, this is like driving a go- cart. Convertible is easy to use and navigation system is just a plus.
Fun PT cruising
Royal Crown, 06/12/2008
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a plain-vanilla model, no turbo, 2.4L motor with automatic. In the first 2500 miles, it took 100 gallons of real gas (no alcohol additive, or whatever that is they put in their to supposedly reduce polllution.) The additive drops it about 10%. With AC on around town with the additive gas it gets 17-18mpg at 20K miles, 25 or 26 on highway with real gas gas mileage was disappointing, as the government estimates were 17-25 city and 22-30 highway. Am amazed at those reporting much higher gas mileage. The "headrest" is wrong for me & there was no way to get it out of there to put in a suitable one. I didn't like black top, but it was all that was offered. End of complaints.
Fun Car with Real People Appeal
jqd100, 05/29/2005
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We have a fully optioned GT with inferno red exterior, tan interior and tan top. We decided on PT because wife liked comfort of high seating positon. This car attracts more attention than any car I have owned. We didn't buy it for that reason, but has turned out that way. Kids to the elderly are fascinated by it. I am amazed how people will go out of their way to talk to us about the car. Nearly all conversations end with them saying: "I bet you have fun in that car" We do! We live in central Florida and the top is nearly always down. The car has given us no problems, initial quality was good. We have had a good dealership experience. Of course, it is a small town dealer we know.
Driving in Style
madis saarniit, 01/24/2006
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Every time I drive my turbo PT Crusier ragtop I turn heads. From the ease of getting into the car to the decievingly large amount of room inside, comfort seems to be the key. It has a great sound system and is a very smooth drive. The only drawback I can see is limited visability when backing up while the top is up.
Affordable fun
Fun seeker, 03/28/2006
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Lots of fun! affordable! I bought mine used-20k for 15k. I thought it was most fun I can buy for the price. love neo-classic desgin. My first convertible-I always wanted one. Love sitting position as it is higher than most passenger cars. Interior size is perfect-as big as some midsize cars. Back seats are great-You can actually sit in them! Interior design good. Stereo is not very good but it serves its purpose. Car drives ok-not as smooth as other compact cars I have driven. Turbo is fun! Exterior size is compact so easy to control execpt for the blind spots with top up. Insurance cost is very high-about 35% more than my 2001 Altima. Gas mileage- low 20's city/hwy combined
Pocket rocket
Paul, 08/25/2018
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
It’s a cruiser on steroids
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I Disagree
Ron Pool, 06/17/2009
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have been reading some of the reviews on this vehicle and I am glad to disagree with a lot of the negative comments. I am sorry to read that some have had disappointing experiences but for me, I couldn't ask or more. Except for having a nis-aligned top, which the dealer quickly corrected, I have been blessed with having a marvelous experience with this little car. Gas mileage is poor but that's because of the turbo engine. Which, by the way, really scoots this little gem down the road. I've had it leased for four years and now I intend to buy it out. Those who say the warranty is faulty have a bad dealer. Talk to the regional Chrysler rep. I like this car!
More Blues from Chrysler
garcande, 09/27/2013
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Well folks, I'm still waiting for the convertible top motor. I had to pay $762.00 back in June before they would order the part and they still can't say when it will come in. It's missed two due dates and now they're saying December, maybe. They can't give me an explanation, either. Other than that the car has been running fine, though I only drive 10 miles a day to and from work. That's all for now.
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texas lady, 05/28/2008
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
The way the trunk lid opens could be improved. My butt is actually sticking out to the public as I have to bend over to put my things into the trunk. Gas mileage is not as good as one would think with it being a small car with a four cylinder. I average 19 around town and 22/24 on the highway. Fun car to drive. I absolutely love my convertible top. Easy to put down and back up.
P T Cruiser GT Conv. Hi Perf Turbo
pt cruiser conv.gt. , 08/14/2006
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
My PT Cruiser GT Turbo Conv. is the most observer admired car that I have ever owned....and I've owned a dozen coverts. It also accelerates faster than my '69 Corvette 427 or my 350 Formula Firebird and with a select- matic trans is more fun to drive than anything I have ever owned. My PT GT Hi Perf Turbo Conv is the BEST car I have ever owned...regardless of price. regardless of price .
Worst Car I've Ever Owned
Tisa, 07/14/2007
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 4A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
The turbo failed completely at 29,000 miles nearly destroying the engine. At 36,035 mi the car began to barely run, jerking on any acceleration, stalling if air conditioner is used, backfiring and putting.
2005 Conv. Cruiser
Charles, 01/05/2006
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
The car has been nothing but fun. The windows opening with the door has been a pain here in northern Michigan. The water pump has just been replaced. But all in all it has just been fun!
Best Convertible I have ever owned
Mermelstein, 04/13/2005
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the 4th convertible that we have owned. The others were leaky and not built as solidly. This one is frisky and fun to drive. The turning radius is very wide but this is the only negative that we have found. It is very comfortable and the back seat is roomy and the most comfortable of any other convertible that we have owned. It is also very quiet. We have our first GPS in this one. It gets us where we want to go. In fact, we won't buy another car without one.