Chrysler PT Cruiser Cabriolet (05-08) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 12 November 2008
As oddballs go, the PT Cruiser Cabriolet is one of the best. It's a three-door drop-top version of the five-door car that's neither a small people carrier or a family hatchback. Buy one and you'll have to forgive its other little quirks - the boot is ridiculously difficult to load, you have to limbo into the rear seats the view out the back is awful. To top everything off, this unusual choice was originally only available in left-hand-drive, but a right-hand version was launched in 2006 - making things a little easier for UK driving. However, your money does buy the kind of exclusivity that's normally reserved for Rolls-Royce and Aston Martin owners. Unfortunately quality, refinement and driver enjoyment are all in short supply.
2 out of 5

Buying used

The only cars available during 2005 and early 2006 were left-hand-drive but there are very few of these around on the used market. Right hand drive models are more common but the PT Cruiser Cabriolet was never a huge seller and so you may have to travel to find the right car. Be careful, some sellers are likely to ask for much more than the car is worth, because it's rare. Initial cars were left-hand-drive only.

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2 out of 5

Selling

The PT Cruiser has a niche appeal and the convertible version is even more unusual. It may be best to advertise through the owners' clubs for a quick sale.