New PT owner in south Wisconsin

[pt_tom]

Welcome to the fun!

[ADR]

Originally Posted by 1wedwudy

Would that have been a 3 year or 36,000 mile warranty?

It was purchased by the previous owner in 2007 as a "Certified Pre Owned" it came with a 3yr/36k warranty.

Thanks all for the feedback. I'm sure I'll be posting questions about how to take care of troubles I have.

Any mechanics in the house? Better yet, any mechanics in the northern Ill./ southern Wi. area that knows the PT that I could take it to for the tuff stuff? I got the normal stuff (like filters and fluids), but the timing belt sounds like more time than I personally want to put into it. That's far enough down the road, I hope.

Thanks again!

[quicksilverdon]

I agree with the advice you've been given in this thread.
Nice low mileage find.

[ptjoe]

As a long time owner of 2002 Limited with 78000 miles I can tell you the first things to go will be the front end suspension...
Check it around 50000 miles.
I love that car. no squeeks or rattles, no problems yet.
Now that Chrysler has decided to continue production, a 2010 may be in cards..but this one ain't for sale.. not going anywhere anytime soon..
Joe

Chrysler announces continued production of popular PT Cruiser

AUBURN HILLS – Chrysler Group LLC announced recently that production of the Chrysler PT Cruiser will continue. The Chrysler Group Toluca Assembly Plant – the exclusive home of Chrysler PT Cruiser – will continue to build the quality-proven, versatility packaged and “too cool to categorize” small car.
“The heritage-styled Chrysler PT Cruiser continues to be a global success story,” said Peter Fong – President and Chief Executive Officer – Chrysler Brand and Lead Executive for the Sales Organization, Chrysler Group LLC. “With more than 1.3 million PT Cruisers sold in more than 60 countries since 2000, we’re excited to announce we’re re*energizing the iconic and award-winning PT Cruiser.”
The Chrysler Group changed the landscape of the automotive market when it introduced the segment-busting Chrysler PT Cruiser nearly 10 years ago. Its one-of-a-kind exterior styling and Swiss Army knife-like interior flexibility, offered at a compact car price, redefined the small-car segment and became an instant hit with consumers.
High-quality craftsmanship, performance and functionality continue to give the award*winning Chrysler PT Cruiser a leg up on the competition.
For years, leading consumer magazines and third-party studies have recommended the PT Cruiser for its consistently high levels of quality and refinement – tying for first place in J.D. Power’s Initial Quality Survey last month.
Some of the other awards the vehicle has won are: 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser, Consumer Reports “Recommended”; 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser, Consumer Guide, “Best Buy – Compact Cars Category”; 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser, Consumer Reports, “Recommended”; 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser,Edmunds.com, “Most Significant”; 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser, Auto Pacific, “Top Vehicle customer satisfaction”; 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser, North American International Auto Show, “North American Car of the Year”; 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser, African Americans on Wheels and Latinos on Wheels, “Car of the Year”; 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser, Strategic Vision, “Compact Car Segment”; 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser, Industrial Design Excellence, “Gold Award”; 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser, Automobile Magazine, “Best Small Car”.
Since production of the Cruiser began in February 2000, the PT Cruiser lineup has been a continuous hit. The latest, the 2009 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser 5 marks the 14th customized version.
– News release


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[MassCruiser]

Yes, WELCOME to the Forum, ADR! I too am a relative newbie, and that was a good post....asking about what to expect, repair-wise! I read the replies, with the same interest, I'm sure you did. Thanks everyone.

[twress]

Hey the best of luck from michigan. I am a newbie to this site also and have learned and read alot of thing that have helped me already. There are quite a few people that seem to have a lot of answers. IF not they will steer you the right direction. Hope you have as much fun in your PT as I am already having.I just bought a 2001LE thats inferno red, pop the sunroof back and away you go....Happy crusin.......

[jkornkven]

Hello ADR,
I am also a Wisconsin PT Cruiser new owner.
I just got the Title from the DMV, and was surprised to learn that I have bought a truck! I thought it was just a tall compact hatchback!
Is yours the same, or did they make an error on mine???

[CREWZIN]

No error. Different states classify the cruiser in different ways. Mine was a Truck in Maryland but when I moved to Florida they registered it as a UT (Utility).

[03GTCruiser]

And In Florida my pt gt is insured as a 4 door wagon. Not sure on title as I don't have it yet (still paying it off)

[YoungCruiserrr]

Originally Posted by CREWZIN

No error. Different states classify the cruiser in different ways. Mine was a Truck in Maryland but when I moved to Florida they registered it as a UT (Utility).

mines a wagon here in PA!