What surprises even more is the vehicle's agility in the corners. I mean, just take a look at it. It's tall, relatively narrow looking, almost van-like in proportions. Its retro styling doesn't lend to an image of European inspired handling, but nevertheless its
Dodge SX derived suspension architecture is up to the job, slicing and dicing its way up, over and around delectably twisting stretches of tarmac, only complaining when pushed to nine tenths particularly bumpy pavement. To be reasonable, there are many alternative sports models that are more inspirational dynamically, but then again few in this price range and none with the PT's storage capacity and multi-person functionality.
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| There are alternative sports models, but few in the same price range and none offering the same amount of interior space as the Dream Cruiser. (Photo: Shawn Pisio, Canadian Auto Press) |
Its agility is the direct result of its 17-inch wheel and tire package, a wide 1,481 mm (58.3 in) front and rear track, and sport-tuned suspension components, consisting simply of independent struts with coil springs and a stabilizer bar. Its standard traction control gets the power to the ground after which its standard ABS equipped power assisted 4-wheel disc brakes to an authoritative job of clamping down on unbridled enthusiasm, even when pushed beyond reason in mid-corner.
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| Chrysler has thought of just about everything when putting together the Dream Cruiser. (Photo: Shawn Pisio, Canadian Auto Press) |
As it seems, Chrysler has thought of just about everything when putting together the Dream Cruiser, while still keeping the price within striking distance of the average young-minded Canadian. And just in case you're fence sitting, excited with what you see and hear but concerned about what the neighbors will think when you pull up in the driveway, give it a run around the block. Like me, you might find orange quickly becomes your favorite color.
