10 cool unique features of the PT Cruiser
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- Опубліковано 4 жов 2024
- 1 passenger seat becomes a desk
2 tumble rear seats
3 shelf has 5 positions incl. table
4 glow in the dark escape latch
5 passenger seat bin
6 coin holders
7 double fan speed controls
8 shift pattern
9 double tap fuel light
10 typo on p. 194 wtf people
I got a 2004 pt cruiser and I saw the compartment under the passenger seat in your video and ran outside with my keys to see if mine had it. When I tell you I was in shock that is an understatement.
They had that same thing under the passanger seat of the plymouth mini van
@@brianstevens5520Ive known it for a long time but I has to order the drawer, it was missing. And I usually forget what I store in there.
Not ALL PT Cruisers came with the underseat bin, and were considered an OPTION, and price at that. When they first came out.
I have twice been the proud owner of a PT Cruiser CRD (Mercedes diesel engine and manual transmission). Here in Europe, there was never the scorn and ridicule that there was in the USA, it was always seen as a hip family car for young people. And so in 2005 we bought our diesel with the same equipment and color as yours. We occasionally used the table to change our children's diapers when we were traveling, and in the middle position, with the back seat and passenger seat folded down, it creates a flat loading area right up to the front. So a quick trip to Ikea was no problem. And the diesel has almost as much torque as the GT, but its peak between 1600 and 3000 rpm.Rust is its biggest enemy and even torn off (rusty) door handles and tailgate openers are not uncommon.
Great video. On the center console “what do you think could go there, they made that to fit your ink pen?” I always keep my little chrome tire air pressure gauge in that slot.
Another cool feature (for its time) in the rear cargo area is a 12V power outlet mounted on the right rear wall. This lets you charge your phone or power your Bluetooth speaker while tailgating.
My wife tested that fuel warning a few times when my 2003 Limited was hers.
Cool Car! I have a 2005 GT I have it for 15 years now and I have
put over 100K on it. I am a mechanic, so mine is mechanically sound. These cars can be expensive but you are mostly paying for labor. It is tough and challenging to work on. The plus is parts are cheap. Always check Rock Auto closeouts!! They are practically giving parts away for this car! Top tip- anytime you buy from Rock Auto, always buy wiper blades. Buy them by size, look up different cars, it does not have to be your model car, just look for the same length. I have seen them priced as low as $2!! Not $15 or more each in a store!
Love my PT GT. But don't test out the low gas chime. I can't express how bad it is to let your gas go that low because now you're sucking air into the fuel pump and you're going to seize the fuel pump. People think it's okay to run your car on fumes and to let it go that low with the chime don't do that you're going to be in for an expensive repair bill other than that love you video of the PT Cruiser
plus being that low it cant cool the fuel pump
All vehicles with a trunk have a glow-in-the-dark latch in the cargo area to assist anyone trapped in there to escape. It's actually federal law in the US that it be there.
I have a 2003 PT Cruiser, base model, non-turbo, with the manual transmission. To put it into 5th gear, you move the lever all the way to the right and back. That's pretty normal and my shifter knob looks nothing like the one in the video.
I am pretty sure that mine doesn't have that storage drawer under the passenger seat for CDs and cassettes. Pretty sure. I'll have to run out and look to be certain. Also, I bought the car to use for my business and I have the passenger seat folded into a desk all the time. It's extraordinarily handy. I also fold the back seats all the way up regularly. I got it (very) used, though, so I didn't get that hand dandy rear package shelf or the cargo net. Which is too bad. I would have loved to have those in my car.
Finally, I spent 17 years as a technical writer in the automotive field. Typos sometimes get through regardless of how many eyes have seen the copy before it is sent to print. We did our best to prevent that, of course, and when one is discovered it is embarrassing. But that's human error for you.
Thanks for highlighting to the Cruiser's uniqueness! While i personally prefer the interior of the 2nd gen, the car was always an homage to classic styling, with the added bonus of modern versatility. From the refrigerator door handles to the cueball shifter, every detail on it was lovingly designed! PS- fabulous collection - the crx and inSight are 2 other dream cars of mine
Great video. I can't decide if you or @100percentjake are more closely related to me in a different universe. We all have insights and strange infatuations with weird interesting cars. In other words, keep up the great content I deeply enjoy it
I used to own an '04 PT GT 5-speed. Was like a rocket and sounded great. Decent fuel economy. One weakness was the rear Watts link that rattles after 20k miles or so. Replace it with a MOOG unit. The other issue i had was with the jack shaft; the splined connection between the CV joint and the shaft simply wore out so we lost power. The transmission shift pattern is typical of the Getrag transmissions. I had to offload it before it's time because the exhaust valves in cylinder no 1 lost compression.
My saturn ion quad coupe had the desk thing too built into the passanger seat
Very strange pattern?? My Audi had it all the way over and up my Volkswagen had it all the way over and up pretty standard I think
The tables i had no idea.. And the tray i knew but not the CD grooves!!!! Learned to enjoy my wifes PT lately, of course hated it at first..
I use the groove in the center console for a collapsible baton.
By law they have to have the glow on the dark latch. Sedans usually have it.
Nice review, and near mint looking ‘04 GT! I currently own an ‘05 vert turbo “lite” and an 06 base 4dr. “Love to hate” is just about right my friend, especially when doing your own repairs and maintenance. Timing belts and so on…
PS - I have a 2004 and a 2005 Cruiser, both manual transmissions with 5 speeds, neither have the shift pattern your car does. My reverse on both cars is lower right. Reading comments it sounds like your shift pattern is specific to turbo models (neither of my PT’s are turbocharged).
Don't trash your PT cruisers.
fold down front seat and you can put an 8 ft ladder inside- yeah for real
own my 2005 for 12 years now 160K miles
GT turbo still kicking ass
never knew of the double low fuel warning, never let it get that low
I think there were only around 3%
2.4L turbos made in 2005 top of the line drive train
Really nifty feature if you dont know it .. if you turn the key to "acc" like 2 or 3 times then leave it there (idr which gen) but on the like odometer oart if SHOWS YOU the codes that a reader would show like "p0202" or whatever !
That's referred to key dance, check chk for errors codes without a OBD device
@@MrAlan1828 Ah, the "key dance": get in, close door, key off, key on (run position), key off, key on, key off, key on and leave on, codes come up, even pending codes. Neons of the same vintage did it too. It's a great feature that no one seems to offer anymore. With all the computers and displays in cars these days, it's dopey they don't offer more on-board diagnostics.
ts called " the Key Dance" all Dodge and Chrysler's have THAT feature
The glow in the dark latch is a safety feature for trunks. Interesting that it show up in this hatchback, but my 07 forester does not have it... did Chrysler just wanna be extra nice? Lol
More than likely it has to do with the shelf in the back being a rigid piece which then classifies the back storage area as a separate compartment, as opposed to the usual fabric roll out covers most cars have.
Though that's just speculation on my part.
I had two 2nd-generation Touring models, one automatic, one manual. Easily the most versatile vehicle I've ever owned. As someone below suggested, folding the front seatback forward allowed me to carry 8-ft. lumber. I once took the back seats out and fit a full-sized recliner chair (in its box) behind the driver. Driver's seat was too hard on long trips - felt like I was sitting on a brick - and fuel mileage was always disappointing, but I loved the exterior styling, and on the 2nd-generation interiors, they included an analog clock, which almost made up for the towel bar on the passenger side. Quirky, but ultimately cool, I think. Replacing the timing belt was VERY expensive, so when mine got to 98K miles, I traded them.
Timing belt replacement is expensive, (at a shop) because of labour costs and price of parts being changed out. DIY and save on the labour. Not really THAT difficult
I hauled a motorcycle home in one of those....so yeah I can confirm cargo space lol
Who are you??? An Insight, a CLEAN CRX and a well taken care of 'Cruiser? Nice!
What a kind comment. Thanks!
ive had 8 pt's still have 3 as of today ones my fav a 02 w 5 speed perfect running starts instantly etc ac works all that w 250k had gt's and a convertible ,but YOU have the holy grail of all cruisers -"gt w 5 speed ,which is the top tier . have fun
Best PT was the 05 PT/GT convertible with the HO turbo mated with the auto stick.
@@rickspearman344 i had that exact one srt turbo auto stick .yes it was a good one yet a 5 peed wouldve been better
They are pretty cool cars I thought I'd hate them but I was curious on them so I bought one that had been In a side crash but it didn't affect the handling but I was impressed at them too they are fun to drive ..I can't wait to get on mine fixing it up
First gen has driver lambar support. On the side right driver seat very small lever.
Loved this video thanks! My bf got me a 2005 n I lovee it !
Since when A/C was air compressor? I thought it was air-conditioning.
Reverse on the left is a typical Mercedes gerbox from the 90s.
Didn't have a user manual with either of my PT's 😢. But they might of corrected that typo later on. Not sure.
You have a more rare PT though. Getting a turbo version with manual is sweet. If it was convertible, that would be even more rare. There is a select few paint jobs that are also hard to find.
No way. From someone who owns multiple Cruisers I have to totally disagree with the interior and exterior of the 2nd Gens.
First, the interior looked even cheaper and more "plasticky" than the original. Then it has that "paper towel" roll handle on the passenger side which was absolutely ridiculous. Second, the outside headlights change to the scallop headlights and getting rid of the lower grille and put in that chicken wire look. These changes are the reason why Pt cruiser sale declined. They started from 06 on when they introduced that 2nd gen crap. They changed everything that made people loved in the beginning. Yeah everyone started to change their views to the retro car designs but the Pt would have lasted a little longer without all those changes. 1.6 million sold in 10 years is pretty good. These will make a comeback, maybe not new models but the old ones being seen more often
I agree with you, maybe you misunderstood what I was saying. I like the earlier 1st gen PTs much better.
@@gray25xt no it wasn't directed towards you. I know you agree. One of the comments below said the 2nd gen was better. You and I are on the same page brotha. Enjoyed the video too.
I actually disagree, I like the 2nd Gen much better. The inside looked and felt much more modern. And the bumper was much better integrated in the front. Only thing I agree on are the headlights.
@@DoshindeReus well that's why they aren't around anymore cause of the second gen
I like my 2nd generation crap.
don't trash that beauty.
I have an 03 & my reverse is the lower right. It's touchy, though. I have to put in first before it will go into reverse most of the time. I had friends that had older Volkswagens & the reverse was in the upper left. One of them didn't even have a clutch! She would take her foot off the gas & change gears..😮
Fun fact, the desk is actually a feature of my Pontiac Vibe as well!
Also: The PT Cruiser was seen as a light-duty truck by the EPA (and maybe DMVs too?) in order to meet fuel efficiency standards for Chrysler/Dodge’s fleet. Check your registration, it may say light truck instead of passenger car!
@thirdhandmotors4540
Florida has mine as a "SW" (station wagon) and State Farm has it as a "van." Go figure.
and if you want another 10-20 hp remove the rear seats
I have a na pt with the 5 speed, the t350 has reverse bottom right, t850 (gt) has it up left, also no chimes on t350, just hard to get into reverse
Beautiful !
That shift pattern isn't unusual.
I have a 2004 GT and I love it but it’s such a pain to work on. Feels like the check engine is on every other week
Ac unit will work in misty weather if you put switch into 4th position to the right, there is probably a humidity sensor somewhere under the roof. PS: love my PT. P=Practicality
I call it so it can align with people's thoughts PT Piece of shiT Cruiser ;)
I think these would have been a lot better car with a V6 option and RWD. Maybe make some in the style of a Honda Ridgeline, small pickup type of bed. I know it was based off of the Neon and I think they should have had a V6 option too. And the Prowler should have had a V8 option. Then maybe Chrysler wouldn't need to be in bed with the Euro trash.
1981 Chevy cavalier had that shift pattern reverse next to 1
DAMN, NO LICDNSE PLATE?! THAT'S ILLEGAL!
its about time you stopped increasing the value of first gen insights! wew lad
Cool I put bullet hole stickers on the back of my black pt..*
YEAH RIGHT. SICKENING
The vw beetle did the reverse thing first
I'll be sure to get the license plate. Xd
I think it's funny how he found a typo in the manual
My Volkswagen Jetta has the Reverse gear in that same position and it is a 5 speed.
Do you have to push down on the stick to move it into Reverse? You do on my VW.
Nice video, you forgot to mention that the spare tire is located under the trunk like the pickup trucks.
Oh my god you're so much like my husband
Odd, my 2001 PT does not have the reverse there. It's in the bottom right spot. Yours is a turbo, mine is not. Since 2001 I wanted one since we are Swing Dancers. Not so much tommy gun users.
The turbo uses a different trans than normal PT
I've always liked the PT Cruiser but I couldn't get through this video. The camera movement was just giving me a really hard time. Way too much movement.
Wow. You got rid of the ST and got a PT. Not sure I understand, but yeah you do you. Lol
I explained that in the previous video. We will all be dead soon, time to enjoy some other interesting cars. Had the FIESTA for seven full years.
Looking at ine on CL. 2008. Hope it has all those same features. Wanna keep my gun in that compartment under the pasenger seat if it has it. Does anybody know?
late 05 and up for some reason they got rid of the drawer im bummin
@@jayshilling9894 😭
Dude, make your videos before your pots of coffee, please
It's getting close to winter, and the snowflakes are falling.
😯❤️✨
My 04 five speed has reverse under 5th gear
Only turbo models had the alternate pattern
That Crx 🤤
Weirdo
Focus the damn camera!
This mofo yaps way too much, and he thinks that he’s funny! Spoiler alert: He’s not! 🤨
One of the worst cars ever made!
not if you are a good mechanic
have mine 12 years 160K
do my own work
cheap to own ,runs great, roomy
good A-B car
want fun buy a Corvette
@@buzzedalldrink9131 Corvettes suck too, most overrated car ever.
@@2H2521 obviously you don’t know anything about cars
@@buzzedalldrink9131 Actually, as a matter of fact I do.
@@2H2521 no you don’t. There is no better car- dollar to performance -you can buy than a corvette. period.