2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser

Limited Other

4 - Cyl.

Manual

3A8FY68B26T299975

Gasoline

Power Windows

If you are looking for a sharp retro-styled PT Cruiser in like-new condition, you have found it. I purchased this off the showroom floor and really have only driven it less than 4K annually. It has 13,000 miles (plus the few I will be putting on between now and the sale), has always been serviced, and has absolutely no issues mechanically or otherwise. It has AM/FM/CD, is the Limited Edition model, anti-lock brake option package, a power moonroof, 5 speed manual transmission, power seats/brakes/steering, and even the seats have been covered since the purchase date. In the photos, I have not removed the seat covers, but rest assured that the seats are as new. I currently have a Chrysler extended service contract on the vehicle, but this is not transferable. It does; however, indicate the excellent care the car has received though. It has always been washed regularly, waxed, has never had any type of body damage, and looks as close to the day it came off the showroom floor as any you will find. The BIN price is the trade in value and you would be hard pressed to find one on the car lot like this at their retail. The exterior is "Cool Vanilla" with a a gray interior color scheme. All service records are available as well as all original manuals and paperwork. The original list price for this vehicle was over 20K, and the original sticker will be provided. Car needs absolutely nothing except you behind the wheel! :). Any shipping or delivery costs are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Note: I also have this listed locally--until there is a bid, I reserve the right to sell this locally and remove the listing. Once there is a bid, I will remove my local ads. An original review of the 2006 PT Cruiser said... What's New for 2006 Chrysler's PT Cruiser receives a host of changes for 2006. Exterior styling is revised with new front and rear fascias, as well as new wheel designs. The interior is also freshened with new instrument and door panels, a new console and revised fabrics. The Limited and GT get a six-way power driver seat this year, and all models receive upgraded sound insulation. A 368-watt Boston Acoustics premium audio system is now available. The GT's turbo engine gets a boost in power this year, up to 230 horsepower. Introduction While increasing gas prices have plenty to do with the surging interest in compact wagons, the Chrysler PT Cruiser deserves some of the credit as well. When the PT Cruiser debuted for 2001, its retro-themed styling caused such a fervor among buyers that they paid thousands of dollars over sticker to get one. Four years later, the hype has subsided. Thankfully, there is some substance behind the PT's flashy looks, and that's why it remains one of our favorites. The PT Cruiser's main strength is its interior. Up front, the symmetrical layout of the dash and its body-color panels give the car character, as does the classic-looking gauge cluster. Most of the plastics are hard to the touch, but texturing has been used to improve their look. A variety of leather/suede upholstery combinations are available to give the PT an upscale feel. For hauling cargo, the wagon version of the PT Cruiser excels. Not only is the backseat roomy enough to accommodate adults in comfort, the seats themselves are multiconfigurable. The PT Cruiser convertible doesn't offer quite the utility as the wagon, but there is a pass-through from the trunk and the backseat is still plenty roomy for a pair of adults. In the wagon, cargo tie-down anchors, a rear-mounted 12-volt power point and a handy parcel shelf further improve the car's versatility. Although we've always considered the PT's acceleration, ride and handling above average in its price range, there's no question that the GT's 230-horsepower turbocharged engine provides a much welcome boost in power over the standard 150-horsepower four-cylinder. For 2004, Chrysler made it easier for family buyers to enjoy a little extra power by offering a lower-boost, 180-horse version of the turbo on Touring and Limited models. If you're shopping for a low-priced wagon or convertible that offers extra style and can handle a steady stream of passengers and cargo, the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is definitely worth a look. Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options The Chrysler PT Cruiser comes in four-door wagon and two-door convertible body styles. Wagons come in base, Touring, Limited and GT trim levels. The convertible is offered in base, Touring and GT trim. Base models come with all the essentials, including air conditioning, a CD stereo and power windows, locks and mirrors; and on the convertible, a power-folding top. Touring models add rear headrests, a thermometer and compass, foglights, deep-tint glass, keyless entry, 16-inch alloy wheels and a touring suspension. The Limited ups the ante with upgraded seats (with six-way power adjustment for the driver), side airbags, a moonroof, cruise control and chrome wheels. The sporty GT comes standard with sport-tuned suspension, 17-inch wheels, tuned exhaust and leather seats. Powertrains and Performance The base engine is a 2.4-liter inline four that makes 150 horsepower. It's available with either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. Optional on Touring and Limited models is a turbocharged version of that engine, which puts out 180 hp. If that's not enough, the performance-oriented GT offers a higher-boost version good for 230 ponies. Turbo-equipped Touring and Limited Cruisers come standard with the automatic, while the GT can take either a manual or automatic. Safety ABS is standard on GT models and optional on all other PTs. Four-wheel disc brakes are also included on the GT; Touring and Limited buyers can pick them up by ordering ABS. Side airbags for front occupants are standard on GT and Limited models and optional on base and Touring models. NHTSA crash test scores for Chrysler PT Cruiser models with side airbags come in at four stars for all frontal- and side-impact categories, except for rear side-impact protection, in which it earned a perfect five. Interior Design and Special Features Inside the PT Cruiser you'll find a spacious and versatile cabin with a retro-themed dash. Taller drivers will find plenty of room to get comfortable, but shorter drivers may not care for the somewhat flat seat design and elevated driving position. The rear seats in both variants are slightly elevated to provide a nice view, and adults will find plenty of head- and legroom. An adjustable parcel shelf makes it easy to secure items behind the backseat in the PT wagon. Remove the rear seats and the wagon boasts an impressive 64.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity. Driving Impressions Equipped with either turbocharged engine, the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser doesn't feel like a sports car, but it accelerates smartly once the turbo is spooled up. Apart from a wide turning radius, all PTs are easy to steer, and the suspension consistently soaks up road irregularities, yielding a smooth, composed ride. Body roll is evident during cornering, but the PT can still hustle through the curves at a rapid clip, particularly the GT, which has firmer suspension tuning and stickier tires. Strong, reassuring brakes round out the PT's compliant road manners. Features of the 2006 PT Cruiser include... MECHANICAL 2.4L DOHC SMPI 16-valve I4 engine 5-speed manual transmission 2.80 top gear ratio Front wheel drive 510 CCA maintenance-free battery w/pwr accessory delay 120-amp alternator Front stabilizer bar Pwr rack & pinion steering Pwr steering fluid cooler Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes EXTERIOR Rear spoiler Body-color front/rear fascias Stripe/badge/molding Body-color grille w/chrome accent Quad halogen headlamps Pwr mirrors Solar control/deep tint sunscreen glass Variable-intermittent windshield wipers Rear window wiper/washer Limited Edition badging Bright door handles Deluxe insulation group INTERIOR Cloth low-back front bucket seats w/fold-flat passenger seat 65/35 split fold/tumble/removable rear seat w/outboard head restraints Floor console w/covered storage Auxiliary rear & center console pwr outlets Full carpeting Front sill scuff pads Tilt steering column Instrument panel-inc: satin silver bezel, 120-mph speedometer, tachometer Vehicle information center Pwr windows w/front one-touch down feature Speed sensitive pwr door locks Remote keyless entry w/panic alarm, transmitter Security alarm Sentry Key theft deterrent system Air conditioning w/front/rear climate control outlets Rear window defroster AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: (4) speakers, aux input jack Fixed long mast antenna Analog clock Glove box Illuminated sliding visor vanity mirrors Interior assist handles Front dome lamp Front courtesy/map lamps Illuminated entry Cargo lamp Color-keyed shift knob Multi-position shelf panel SPECIFICATIONS City 22/hwy 29 (2.4L engine/5-speed manual trans) City 21/hwy 26 (2.4L engine/4-speed auto trans) Vehicle Name : PT Cruiser Body Style : Small Wagon Drivetrain : Front Wheel Drive EPA Classification : Sport Utility Vehicle Passenger Capacity : 5 Passenger Volume (ft3) : 98.8 Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 3040 EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 22 EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 29 Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 1000 Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 100 Engine Order Code : EDZ Engine Type : Gas I4 Displacement : 2.4L/148 Fuel System : SMPI SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 150 @ 5200 SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 167 @ 4000 Trans Order Code : DD5 Trans Type : 5 Trans Description Cont. : Manual w/OD Trans Description Cont. Again Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 120 Suspension Type - Front : Macpherson Strut Suspension Type - Rear : Multi-Link Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) Front Tire Order Code : TNC Rear Tire Order Code : TNC Spare Tire Order Code : TBC Front Tire Size : P195/65R15 Rear Tire Size : P195/65R15 Spare Tire Size : Compact Front Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 6.0 Rear Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 6.0 Front Wheel Material : Steel Rear Wheel Material : Steel Steering Type : Pwr Rack & Pinion Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 37.9 Brake Type : Pwr Brake ABS System Disc - Front : Yes Disc - Rear : No Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) Drum - Rear : Yes Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 15.0 Front Head Room (in) : 39.2 Front Leg Room (in) : 40.6 Front Shoulder Room (in) : 53.8 Front Hip Room (in) : 50.1 Second Head Room (in) : 39.5 Second Leg Room (in) : 40.9 Second Shoulder Room (in) : 53.6 Second Hip Room (in) : 41.1 Wheelbase (in) : 103.0 Length, Overall (in) : 168.9 Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 67.1 Height, Overall (in) : 63.0 Track Width, Front (in) : 58.1 Track Width, Rear (in) : 58.4 Min Ground Clearance (in) : 6.0 Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft3) This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. On Jul-12-11 at 12:28:35 PDT, seller added the following information: Answer to question: Yes, those are the seat covers on the front seats in the pictures. I bought them when I purchased the vehicle to protect the seats and did not take them off to take the pictures before listing. The rubber mats on the front floor cover the carpeting to protect it. They have always been there as well. The vehicle is in impeccable shape. The Buy it Now price listed is below the trade in value of 8,550.00, the reserve price is less than that and it will sell for wayyyyy below the retail value of 10,265.00. You will not find a better buy on EBAY for a PT Cruiser. Others selling for this price have 70 or 80K...:) Good luck with your bidding! :) On Jul-13-11 at 06:35:15 PDT, seller added the following information: Looking to save money in the age of $3.50/gallon gas?? The PT Cruiser is rated to deliver a whopping 29 MPG!!!!