2000 Plymouth Prowler Review
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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Character. Attitude. Retro-cool.
Cons
- Uncomfortable, no V8, no manual transmission, price gouging by dealers.
What’s new
Prowler Purple is discontinued, replaced by Prowler Silver for 2000. Chrome wheels are standard, as is a new leather shift boot and speed-sensitive volume for the stereo.
Edmunds says
A cool-looking homage to a '32 Ford roadster, but where's the V8 and manual tranny?
For sale nearby
21 listings
- $33,995fair price$751 below market
- 6,125 miles
- No accidents, 5 owners, personal use
- 6cyl automatic
- Davis Auto Sales (113 mi away)
- Front seat upholster...
- Multi-function remot...
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- Remote panic alarm
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Located in North Chesterfield, VA
Plymouth Prowler Convertible. This car is in incredible showroom kept condition and is probably one of the lowest mileage left in existence in this co...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (15 City/21 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1P3EW65GXYV603498
Stock: 00P3498C
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-23-2025 - $27,850fair price$769 below market
- 42,477 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 6cyl automatic
- LA Auto Star (158 mi away)
- Premium Wheels
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Located in Virginia Beach, VA
2000 Plymouth Prowler Roadster! **LOW MILEAGE, TWO OWNERS, ACCIDENT-FREE!** Awesome condition inside and out, and drives like a dream. This rare find ...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (15 City/21 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1P3EW65G1YV602210
Stock: 7165
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Vehicle overview
Chrysler has taken the drawing board directly into the manufacturing plant. The Prowler is simply a concept car that has magically seen the light of day, and though it's not the most impressive car performance-wise, it is a most impressive display of Chrysler's commitment to fun.
Modeled after traditional hot rods of the 1950's, the Prowler certainly looks the part, despite the federally mandated but truly dopey-looking gray front bumpers. Painted red, black, yellow or silver for 2000, Prowler is equipped with massive 20-inch wheels in back (fronts are 17s). New this year is standard chrome plating on the attractive alloys. With its extremely high sill, you'll feel like you're treading water in a pool, and with the top up, visibility is a joke. Trunk space is even more amusing -- there isn't any to speak of.
The retro aluminum bodywork is wrapped around an all-aluminum frame supported by an aluminum four-wheel independent suspension, but you can't wrap leftovers with the Prowler. You can't get a smooth ride either, as this roadster rides harshly. Lousy leather-wrapped seats don't promote comfort over the long-haul, but you won't care much because the interior, aside from some bargain-basement Chrysler parts-bin bits, is delicious. And if the styling isn't attracting enough attention, you can crank up the 320-watt Infinity sound system (with speed-compensated volume control for 2000) to garner even more attention.
Prowler's powertrain somewhat disappoints. A stout 3.5-liter SOHC V6 engine, capable of producing 253 horsepower and 255 foot-pounds of torque, powers this Plymouth from rest to 60 mph quickly, but without fanfare. It's mated to Chrysler's lame AutoStick automanual transmission, which is certainly no substitute for a real manual gearbox. So, no V8 and no stick: if this constitutes the hardware of the modern hot rod, we'll take a pass. The Prowler is just for show.
But what a show. This car is guaranteed to turn heads in traffic. If you're not a celebrity but you want to feel like one, here's the recipe: Buy a Plymouth Prowler. Drop the top. Cruise up and down your local strip. Wave at the gawking crowd. Just don't try to drag race any real muscle cars.
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Maryland
$231/mo for Prowler Base
Prowler Base
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$171/mo
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5 out of 5 starsProwlin, 10/20/2007
1999 Plymouth Prowler 2dr Convertible
Attention grabber. Awesome experience. Just a dream machine with incredible power, light weight and quick performance. Hugs the curves, climbs the mountain roads with ease, excellent turning ratio, great on gas, only perfection! Sound system is exceptional & Goodyear flatless tires perform with ease and reliability. Everything a person would expect from a get up and go roadster.
A tribute to Hot Rods
4.88 out of 5 starsDave Mills, 01/09/2005
1999 Plymouth Prowler 2dr Convertible
The Plymouth Prowler was built as a tribute to the American hot rod. As a production hot rod it does quite well. Itprobably should have had a V8 engine but that is the only thing that would make it better. This car is the most fun I have ever had behind the wheel. Remember this is like a hot rod, it rides rough and its driver comfort is not the best, but what an experience. I love … this car!
1999 Plymouth Prowler
5 out of 5 starsBuddyBrad, 11/17/2004
1999 Plymouth Prowler 2dr Convertible
You can't beat a Plymouth Prowler for turning heads and going out and having a great time. It isn't a winter vehicle, but it sure is fun in the summer. It has been very reliable and easy to maintain.
Head Turner!
4.63 out of 5 starsmopardave, 03/10/2002
1999 Plymouth Prowler 2dr Convertible
This is a factory hot rod. It leaks a little when it rains, it squeaks some, and it rides rough.....I love it!
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2000 Plymouth Prowler, so we've included reviews for other years of the Prowler since its last redesign.
2000 Prowler Highlights
Engine Type | Gas |
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Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $231/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 1.8 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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