Help!!!
Where to start? The other day my beloved Honda Accord (250,000 miles) was rear ended and my insurance company decided to write the car off. The car was in great shape and was definately not ready to be sent to the junk yard.
Ever since then, I have been racking my brain and pulling out my hair trying to come up with a car that I would be happy with. Today I saw and drove a 2003 PT Cruiser. I believe it was a Limited. Very nice. I liked it and could see myself driving one.
This leads to me ask you guys - the PT pro's - what I need to be looking for while searching for a good 2002 or 2003 PT. Are there any things that I should be concerned about or maybe problem areas to look for?
Another thing I wanted to ask... I noticed when driving the car that it was a little sloppy or loose with regards to steering. I have been used to variable power assist which tightens up when the car goes faster. Is there anything that can be done with the PT to make it tighter? Also, I have read a number of things with regards to the fuel economy. Mostly from peole in Canada (like myself) complaining. I live in Vancouver and it never gets too cold, but are there any fixes to improve fuel usage?
Does the warranty become void when making all sorts of modifications? Has anyone experienced common repairs that I should expect to happen to any PT that I purchase?
I also noticed that the interior is just okay. I checked out all the otions to enhance the dash and the general look, but what do people do about the seats? Replace them or put nice covers on them?
Thanks very much guys. Any help would be much appreciated.
Nathan in Vancouver
Dreaming of a PT - Black or dark grey - Nice wheels - performance exhast...etc.
*Here's a dilemna for you... Do I get automatic so my girlfriend is able to drive it, or do I say screw her and get standard?! Does the manual provide better performance?
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