A real plus, once you learn that the window mechanisms are located in the center of the dash, is the all up and all down buttons and the fact that
even the small rear windows open. I wish all vehicles had this feature.
There are a few negatives however. You have a choice of manual or automatic and I would stick with the stick if you want performance. The automatic, although very good, does not really keep the potent engine on boil enough to give it the kick in the pants acceleration you associate with turbocharged engines. Another cavet is the low top, which makes getting in and out with the top down a study in flexibility, especially for those sitting in the back. The trunk also is difficult to access unless you bend over considerable to harvest your groceries and bundles. The wife didn't get much of a chance to shop with the GT due to the bad weather, but only the supple should try to reach into trunk for items that have toppled over. You do get over 13 cubic feet of room and more if the back seats are folded down.
Driving the GT is relaxing and the seats even have a lumbar support. You sit high and the short hood is almost invisible so there is a SUV like site lines when you drive. The Cruiser can corner well, but doesn't like to and the body lean is prevalent at speed. Look for acceleration to 100 km in under nine seconds and the brakes are up to most any challenge with a good pedal feel.
Young working woman's view: Adorable inside and out, there GT convertible PT Cruiser has character written all over it. It clearly is distinctive looking with its Shelby Mustang convertible type roll bar, but it lacks the punch of those vehicles. I wouldn't mind a convertible like this because it offers so much in terms of uniqueness and practicality. Even those in the back row have good legroom and can see the road. The wide doors make getting in easy whatever you are wearing, and there is a nice
place for your purse, all sorts of handy storage areas, and easy to read gauges. On the road the steering is more precise than I would have thought and the ride is controlled, but not jarring.
As a businesswoman I would take a look at the other models, too. You can get the convertible in several forms from a base model to the more expensive Touring and GT trim. Regardless you get air conditioning, a CD with stereo, power windows, locks and mirrors, a power-folding top. The more expensive Touring and GT models give you upgrades, but I would just get the GT version and save all your decision making for the color pallets.
College going male's view: Unfortunately, www.simple-thoughts.net was too busy keeping his C average alive during mid-terms and was unable to test the convertible.
Family conference: Although not as nifty as a sports car, and with a wider turning radius than we like, the GT version of the convertible PT Cruiser is well worth a drive. It has good braking, a tight ride, and the ability to make most any journey a little brighter. For a full range of vehicle related websites go to www.reacheverychild.com and click on business.
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There are a few negatives however. You have a choice of manual or automatic and I would stick with the stick if you want performance. The automatic, although very good, does not really keep the potent engine on boil enough to give it the kick in the pants acceleration you associate with turbocharged engines. Another cavet is the low top, which makes getting in and out with the top down a study in flexibility, especially for those sitting in the back. The trunk also is difficult to access unless you bend over considerable to harvest your groceries and bundles. The wife didn't get much of a chance to shop with the GT due to the bad weather, but only the supple should try to reach into trunk for items that have toppled over. You do get over 13 cubic feet of room and more if the back seats are folded down.
Driving the GT is relaxing and the seats even have a lumbar support. You sit high and the short hood is almost invisible so there is a SUV like site lines when you drive. The Cruiser can corner well, but doesn't like to and the body lean is prevalent at speed. Look for acceleration to 100 km in under nine seconds and the brakes are up to most any challenge with a good pedal feel.
Young working woman's view: Adorable inside and out, there GT convertible PT Cruiser has character written all over it. It clearly is distinctive looking with its Shelby Mustang convertible type roll bar, but it lacks the punch of those vehicles. I wouldn't mind a convertible like this because it offers so much in terms of uniqueness and practicality. Even those in the back row have good legroom and can see the road. The wide doors make getting in easy whatever you are wearing, and there is a nice
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As a businesswoman I would take a look at the other models, too. You can get the convertible in several forms from a base model to the more expensive Touring and GT trim. Regardless you get air conditioning, a CD with stereo, power windows, locks and mirrors, a power-folding top. The more expensive Touring and GT models give you upgrades, but I would just get the GT version and save all your decision making for the color pallets.
College going male's view: Unfortunately, www.simple-thoughts.net was too busy keeping his C average alive during mid-terms and was unable to test the convertible.
Family conference: Although not as nifty as a sports car, and with a wider turning radius than we like, the GT version of the convertible PT Cruiser is well worth a drive. It has good braking, a tight ride, and the ability to make most any journey a little brighter. For a full range of vehicle related websites go to www.reacheverychild.com and click on business.
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