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2008 PTCruiser
DSchmidt, 10/23/2015
updated 04/27/2017
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
52 of 54 people found this review helpful
Milage on mine is 85,000. So far Pros: Stick shift has great pick up and very fun to drive. After 9yrs of driving this car, the seats are still super plump and comfortable and offer plenty of back support. The back seats are very simple to remove so I can haul an amazing amount of stuff. My gas milage seemed to improve substantially after I broke in the engine over time. I've gotten as high as 27mpg hwy and as low as 19. I thought this car was a tin can in the beginning and considered it to be a temporary car for me, but to my surprize...it's really held up pretty well for such an inexpensive car. Cons: So far I've had to replace the cam shaft, hub bearings, clutch and the fan under hood. Needs the starter replaced or ignition switch...not sure which. Oxidation on roof only. Claying and waxing helped make it look a bit better. I have noticed so many cruisers have this paint failure problem. Not sure if there is a recall on the exterior paint. If there isn't...there should be. I clayed the exterior and waxed it. I detailed the inside. Took my mother for a ride...she complimented me that it looks brand new inside. It's looks and sounds great! Although I do take very good care of my cars...I think this car is overall a really nice and fun car to drive.
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Love it, love it, love it!
pkkitty, 07/18/2010
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
My husband and I both have a 2008 PT Cruiser. Mine is Cool Vanilla and his is Blue. Being retired we wanted something that was dependable and comfortable to drive. It is easy to get in and out of and I sit higher than my Chrysler LeBaron that I owned before. I just heard they are being discontinued this month and was hoping to purchase another PT Cruiser in 2012 but now that won't be happening. Sorry to hear this!
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Love the PT
Mark, 09/02/2008
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
This is my third PT. My first of the Limited and I wished it had a little more power and better handling. In 2004, I traded it in for the GT and I've loved it ever since. But I've always wanted a convertible so I just traded it in for a Vanilla one with the turbo. I couldn't be happier. I've read some comments about discontinuing the PT and I hope it's not true because I'll want another one in a few years.
Its fine.
Jay, 05/12/2017
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
My 2008 PT Cruiser has plenty of room, and it great for moving furniture. Performance with the naturally aspirated 2.4l isnt great but Its not bad once you get it up to highway speeds. I average about 20 mpg which, for a car this small, is pretty bad. Reliability has been fine, had to replace a few things over my 9 years of ownership, but its been no worse than my Accord. I'd buy it again.
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Wheel Bearings @ 60k
Bob, 11/22/2010
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
Have to replace both front wheel bearings & rotors @60k! $700+. Never had to do this on any car I've owned. Can't find the horn to repair it, weird. Otherwise car is alright for basic transportation. Hopefully no more expensive repairs.