The retro compact that was a sales sensation—a car that looked like a '40s sedan but was a front-drive Neon underneath. It was a hit when it came out, but its charm faded as it aged. It’s a quirky, practical car that’s cheap now.
The PT Cruiser was a front-drive, unibody hatchback/wagon on the PL platform (Neon). It had a 2.0L I4 (132 hp), a 2.4L I4 (150 hp), or a 2.4L Turbo (180-230 hp) and a 5-speed manual or 4-speed auto. It had a retro design with a spacious interior and a practical hatch. The Turbo models were surprisingly quick.
The 2.0L and 2.4L four-cylinders are reliable. The 2.4L Turbo has head-gasket issues on early models. The 4-speed auto (A604/41TE) is a weak link—it fails often. The 5-speed manual is good. The PT Cruiser is a cheap used car, but avoid the Turbo if you can.
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