[soonercruiser]

What you are seeing........
It's talked about by Consumer's Report and others.....
Poor Resale Value.....period!
You'll find that the PT is like other cars; either you like the retro style and utility; or, you don't.
When you like the car, you will make excuses for the little problems.
A word of warning - if it hasn't already been done - at 80K, you can plan on replacing the timing belt, tensioner, and water pump. Plan on it! Otherwise, an auto tranny needed service every 30-50K.