Despite the set backs, there were some fun events, such as the unveiling of the True Blue 2004 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser Series 3, on Tuesday, Aug. 12.
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| This exterior shot shows the 2004 Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser Series 3 soon after its unveiling at Duggan's Irish Pub in Royal Oak, Mich., four days before the start of Detroit's Woodward Dream Cruise. That's a PT Dream Cruiser Series II in the background. (Photo: Joseph Cabadas, Canadian Auto Press) |
As the name suggests, the '04 PT Dream Cruiser Series 3 is the third time that Chrysler has offered a limited edition "Dream Cruiser" version of its retro looking vehicle. It's a car that is built for riding with the windows down, arm out the window, and music booming from the Infinity sound system while checking out other hot cars.
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| Equipped with a standard 2.4-liter 220-horsepower High Output turbo engine, the Series 3 Dream Machine should be a blast to drive. (Photo: Joseph Cabadas, Canadian Auto Press) |
The PT Dream Cruiser Series three will come equipped with a standard 2.4-liter 220-horsepower High Output turbo engine, and a two-tone paint scheme with Midnight Blue and Bright Silver (in some ways reminiscent of the multi-tone paint schemes of the 1950s), plus special blue-tinted glass. Vehicle identification numbers (VINs) for all of the Series 3 vehicles will be reserved in a continuous sequenced block to enhance their collectibility.
On the exterior, there are chrome accents on the bodyside moldings and the front grille. "Dream Cruiser Series 3" badging appears on the lower left side of the liftgate, and a "2.4L Turbo/High Output" badge is on the lower right side. The car will include 17-inch chrome-plated Empire cast aluminum wheels, with special Midnight Blue center caps with a bright "PT Cruiser" logo, as standard equipment.