2001 Plymouth Prowler Review
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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Garners major attention, very cool looking, performs better than you might think.
Cons
- Garners major attention, uncomfortable, no V8, no manual transmission, price gouging by dealers.
What’s new
Get your Plymouth Prowler while you can. After 2001 it becomes the Chrysler Prowler. Sure, it will be the identical car, but that powerful Plymouth Prowler alliteration will be gone forever! You can get these in Copper Metallic and a silver/black combination this year. New adjustable damper shocks are offered as standard equipment.
Edmunds says
A cool-looking homage to a '32 Ford roadster, but where's the V8 and manual tranny?
For sale near Rockford, IL
11 listings
- $32,500good price$3,371 below market
- 11,639 miles
- No accidents, 5 owners, personal use only
- 6cyl automatic
- Wooster Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (379 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Alarm
- Soft Top
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Located in Wooster, OH
CLEAN CARFAX*** EXTREMELY LOW MILES*** CONVERTIBLE*** LEATHER SEATS*** CHROME WHEELS*** STEERING WHEEL MOUNTED CONTROLS*** CRUISE CONTROL & MUCH MORE!...
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:
17 Combined MPG (15 City/21 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1P3EW65G91V700052
Stock: P9501
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-16-2025 - $32,997fair price$2,874 below market
- 19,105 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 6cyl automatic
- Cosmo Motors (609 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Alarm
- Soft Top
Close
Located in Hickory, NC
Vehicle Overview 2001 PLYMOUTH PROWLER ROADSTER Stand out from the crowd in this rare and iconic Prowler Roadster-only 346 were ever produced in strik...
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:
17 Combined MPG (15 City/21 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1P3EW65G11V701714
Stock: CM9802A
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-07-2025
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 1950s, the Prowler certainly looks the part, despite the federally mandated but truly dopey-looking gray front bumpers. Painted in a variety of colors, including new copper and a silver/black combination for 2001, Prowler is equipped with massive 20-inch chrome wheels in back (fronts are 17s). With its extremely high beltline, 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 if you've got more than a briefcase to haul around.
The retro aluminum bodywork is wrapped around an all-aluminum frame supported by an aluminum four-wheel independent suspension. New this year are adjustable dampers that let you soften the ride; a welcome feature, as this roadster tends to ride harshly. Lousy leather-wrapped seats don't promote comfort over the long haul, and Chrysler parts bin bits combine with questionable ergonomics (center-mounted gauges?) to remind you that form definitely takes precedence over function in this vehicle. And if the styling isn't attracting enough attention, you can crank up the 320-watt Infinity sound system, with speed-compensated volume control, to make sure everyone notices you.
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 in 6 seconds, but without sufficient exhaust rumble. 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 offers better handling than you might think, but the comparably priced Corvette will wax it while offering superior comfort and amenities.
This car will turn heads, even in exotic car-jaded towns like Los Angeles or Palm Beach. 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 Illinois
$311/mo for Prowler Base
Prowler Base
vs
$175/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Plymouth Prowler Owner Reviews
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A true factory hot rod !
5 out of 5 starsviper1, 09/11/2003
2001 Plymouth Prowler 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
Outstanding car, excellent handling and
feels right. The only problem I have
when I take it out for a drive is that
I can't park the car because it is
like a magnet, always attracting
people.
Thumbs Up!
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.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2001 Plymouth Prowler, so we've included reviews for other years of the Prowler since its last redesign.
2001 Prowler Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $44,625 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 17 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $311/month |
Seating | 2 seats |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Prowler include:
- Alarm
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