Chrysler PT Cruiser (2000 - 2008) 2.2 CRD Touring 5d (02) (2002/52) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Turns heads particularly with the add-on chrome bits.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Wife liked the practicality of the space. Mother liked the ease of entry.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No. Much as I still think they look great, reliability is poor and the parts are ridiculously expensive from main dealerships.

What are you likely to buy next?

Rover 75 Estate

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£8,250

When did you buy the car?

December 2005

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes. £2-3000 below market value at the time because the owner was emigrating to Australia and needed to sell quickly.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Loved the look of it.

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Good to drive. Powerful diesel engine with good acceleration but not that economical for a diesel. Poor rear visibilty but that goes with the styling which is the main reason most people buy one.

What's it like to park?

Not a big car so not difficult to park but parking sensors would be a good option

Have you had any problems with the car?

Oh Yes! Bent drive shaft, Power steering problems, Front suspension bushes need replacing annually, sheared engine stabiliser bolt resulting in damage to oil cover housing, split turbo hose (£25 to buy & £250 to fit!), peeling paintwork around grille requiring partial respray. £3000 worth of repairs during the couple of years i owned it.

What's most practical about your car?

Roomy

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Various chrome bits