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To: freeus who wrote (25806)	7/18/2000 3:45:46 PM
From: Venkie	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 35685

Buy a porsche ....your a millionare For Gods sake ...you can't take with you when you go

To: freeus who wrote (25806)	7/18/2000 4:32:44 PM
From: Sully-	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 35685

The PT Cruiser is built on top of the Neon platform - although I also heard it was on the Stratus platform - thus the smaller overall size for an SUV-like vehicle. Further the PT cruiser has the 150 hp Stratus engine under the hood. I would think it would be OK for normal commuting, but I would think it would not be too peppy with a full load. I checked one out (they had one on display at an Eddie Money/REO Speedwagon/Styx concert). They have ample room for 4 adults, but there is little cargo room. You can increase cargo room by removing/folding down the rear seats, but there goes room for 2 passengers. It also has some nifty features. There is a cover that is used to hide the cargo ares that can be moved to give you a sturdy platform for tailgate parties & such. The PT Cruiser is well equipped & priced near $20,000. I asked the rep what a fully loaded PT Cruiser would sticker for & he said around $22k & change. FWIW, it is not an SUV, as it lacks the towing power & the space found in the smaller SUV's I.E. the Ford Explorer or the Chevy Blazer. Of course it will get much better gas mileage then those SUV's. However, it is a very cool looking vehicle & it seems to be fairly well appointed especially when you consider the price. BTW, the rep said that they discourage selling over sticker & they plan on increased production. He also indicated that in a year or two they will offer a larger, more powerful engine. Hope this helps. Tim