Larry,
Thanks for the feedback from someone who's actually driven one, you can't even
find one to test drive here, because they are already sold before they even
leave the plant.
The 'versatility of the car is really amazing. it can basically be converted to
a cargo van. The front passenger seat can be folded flat and used as a table,
and not only does the back seat fold down, but it is also completely removable.
If I order one, I will at least get a sunroof.
- Bryan
BTW - this is just a thought, but this could almost be considered the American
Mini Cooper :-)
>Subject: Re: PT Cruiser (no LBC)
>To: "Bryan Vandiver" <Bryan.Vandiver@eng.sun.com>, "Spridgets"
<spridgets@autox.team.net>
>Mime-Version: 1.0
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>Bryan, My GF and I are into making crafts for shows. With a Midget and a
>Probe, it is kinda hard to take enough stuff to the show and include the
>tables etc for the booth. We took a PT Cruiser out for a drive as she did
>not want a mini van. The interior is about the same volume as the Dodge
>Caravan short version. The thing ran good, but not real powerful. It does
>pull itself down the highway pretty good. I had it up to 90 and it was
>pretty stable. I expect that there will be a huge market for after market
>goodies (there already is for the Neon). So increasing the power
>shouldn't be a big deal. The ride was very comfortable and the sound
>system was awesome (to quote my daughter). We didn't order one but if we
>get to making some bucks she might. It would be her car to replace the
>Probe.
>
>Jay has a point tho about not ordering the first year. But I also agree
>that is not that big of a deal as it is based on the Neon.
>
>I personally think they are pretty cool, but definately need a
>convertible top ;-)
>
>Larry
>
>At this exact moment in time 7/21/00 13:26, Bryan.Vandiver@Eng.Sun.COM
>made the profound statement:
>
>>Has anyone had a chance to check out a PT cruiser yet??
>>Since I've been considering buy a new vehicle for a while now, I'm thinking
>>about ordering one.
>>They almost sound too good to be true.
>>They have a really cool retro look, are very roomy on the inside, and are
>>actually very practical.
>>I talked to a local dealer here yesterday, and they said they would sell
>>me one
>>built to order with any options I like for MSRP with no additional costs
>>(between $16K to $20K), the only catch is that I'd have to wait 4 to 6
>>months
>>for delivery. Since I'm in no hurry, that's pretty reasonable, especially
>>since
>>they are selling off the lot for $5K to $7K over MSRP right now.
>>Anyone have any thoughts on this.
>>
>>BTW - this would be the new 'commuter/baby hauler' so I think the red pearl
>>metallic would be the color of choice.
>>
>> - Bryan Vandiver
>> San Jose, CA
>>
>>PS - Of course, there would still be room for the Allard next to the
>>garage ;-)
>>
>>
>>
>
>
>Larry B. Macy, Ph.D.
>macy@bblmail.psycha.upenn.edu
>System Administrator/Manager
>Neuropsychiatry Section
>Department of Psychiatry
>University of Pennsylvania
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>Philadelphia, PA 19104
>
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