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2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser

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Overall Rating 4.3/5Overall Rating 4.3/5Overall Rating 4.3/5Overall Rating 4.3/5Overall Rating 4.3/5
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JULIE G.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
11/22/2018
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Temperamental and problematic

This car has been nothing but a headache. Chrysler should be ashamed of this car. This car gets horrible gas mileage. Cides are never ending, you fix issue and it continues to show problem. Had fog lights and had to disconnect them due to randomly turning on at night and drained battery. No matter how much I spend to maintain, sonething else comes up. Worst buy of my life.
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SUSAN A.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
08/29/2016

PT Cruiser

Basically they are a piece of crap the only reason mine isn t now is because virtually everything on it and in it has been replaced or repaired.
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PAULETTE C.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
01/28/2016

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Would not buy again
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DENNIS G.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
01/14/2017

2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser

Bought the car used. Body and interior are holding up well. Car seems to need higher than average repairs. Have had significant issues with fuel system components. Good thing I have a reliable repair facility to address the issues. When car is in good condition, it has a lot of pep and handles very smoothly.
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RUBEN D.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
09/30/2017
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PT Cruiser

It runs!!! And is paid off!!!
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David T.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
verified customer Verified Owner
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
11/16/2019
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PT Cruiser GT - modified

This is my second PT. This is my first Turbo modified. Runs and drives great and well made for a 2003. Mine is modified so I gave it an 8 on performance, otherwise they are pretty tame. Would give it four stars if they designed it easier to do engine work on Five stars if there was EVER a decent MOPAR dealership.
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MA
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Mark A.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
07/12/2015

Above average overall

It is a great car but only average in reliability
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KATHLEEN K.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
11/18/2015

Been a good car for me

Bought this car for my Westie for our trips to OH State veterinary hospital...he passed a few years ago & now my Morkie is enjoying this car immensely! He loves to go on our daily trips. Never had a recall which is more than I can say for the Cadilac I just sold. Will drive this till I can figure out what to get for my next primary car...which will be difficult since even 2016 models have already been recalled!!
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MA
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Mark A.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
12/10/2015

2003 PT Cruiser

We like it very much but just average reliability, which is OK for the money, usefulness of the car, fun to drive and build quality.
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Michael M.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
02/26/2016

2003 PT Cruiser

I've had since new and been on 5500 mole trip and it ran well no problems. millage could be better as it being a 4 cylinder.
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Richard M.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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03/29/2016

A pleasure to drive.

Great small car with all the features working. Ease of folding or removing/replacing any or all rear seats for more space is great. Some body rust spots is only problem.n.Ill
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Mark A.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
04/07/2016

Nice car

Excellent gas milage for a car this big - has the manual transmission (29 mpg). Nice, solid, quiet car. Good sound system, seats, A/C, etc. Removable rear seats. Reliability is average/acceptable.
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Mark A.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
03/16/2017

A quiet and comfortable car

Glad we bought this car. Good value for the money.
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WARREN L.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
05/31/2018
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I love our Cruiser.

The body integrity is wonderfull. Over 150K miles and the engine and transmission are running fine. The water pumps are weak and hard to replace. On my third one, first was under warranty. Do it all while in there. Belts idlers oil pump and water pump all at once. Motor mounts are also weak. Engine compartment work is very difficult. Car is as tight as the day I bought it. Great suspension.
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brett L.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
09/19/2018
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Everyone says she's a dog but I'ld take her to Westminster.

Everyone I talk to have told me that PT Cruisers were dogs. That they had numerous problems and mechanics hate working on them due to the tight quarters under the hood. Well the second part may be true but with over 257k miles on the odometer and with really no major problems I think it's been one of the best vehicles I've ever owned. Aside from a fuel gauge and a couple of sensors that had finally gone bad well after the 200k mile mark the only work done on it has been routine maintenance stuff such as breaks, belts, hoses, batteries, etc. All the power accessories even still work. It's actually been far more dependable than our 2008 Toyota Rav4.
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Terrell R.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
03/14/2019
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Versatile

Bought it new in 2003. Used it 3 years for work and play. Saw my daughter through college and grad school. I got it back in 2012 and drove it as my primary vehicle. it has 145k on it now. All service records are available.
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CHERYL N.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
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Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
12/05/2019
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Reliable with no personality

I have had very little problems with her, BUT the mileage is lousy and it has to be insured as an expensive SUV. Yuk! Great car for a little old lady. Easy to get in and out because the seat is at butt level. Sorry. Sport cars are not elderly friendly.
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David T.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
verified customer Verified Owner
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
05/08/2020
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Love these cars but not for everyone

Love my second PT Cruiser. My first was an '03' Limited, and my current is a modified GT with 300+ WHP. Wonderfully designed until they got to the engine. They shoe horned a 2.4 liter Mitsu-based DOHC from the 90's in a car that should have had a smaller, Turbo-charged 4 cylinder, or a V6 and rear wheel drive. However, interior design & layout, exterior styling, storage & fit/finish is better than most modern MOPAR products. Now the bad, there are some quirky things with the Auto trans, timing belt, engine layout that make this car difficult for people or mechanics who don't understand cars. Also, parts have gotten harder to find since FIAT took over and ruined the company. Historically, poor quality Dealer servicing has been a problem in our region.
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Morel M.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
04/27/2015

service on PT cruiser

great car
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Patrick C.
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
12/02/2015

Love my car.

My 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT Turbo is a good looking car with quite a bit of zip to get in and out of traffic. It rides smooth, seats 4 comfortably, and gets about 32 m/gal of gasoline. The heating system works great with a little extra from heated front seats. It also has a good sound system with a 6 compact disc player. This car has been very reliable for me and with the rear seats down it can carry a good payload. I rate it 5 STARS.
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