When the Chrysler PT Cruiser launched back in 2000, it was an immediate success thanks to its unique styling and overall functionality. Fast forward to 2008 and the PT Cruiser’s sales are less than stellar, with the nameplate up for cancelation next year — largely due to Chrysler’s unwillingness to update the retro hatch over the years. But while Chrysler has been trigger shy about giving the PT Cruiser a major update, the Michigan automaker has been more than willing to pump the market full of special edition Cruisers.
The latest PT Cruiser to hit the streets under some special edition guise is the Dream Cruiser Series 5. The DCS 5 is painted in Midnight White Pearl Coat, which is highlighted with a Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl roof.
The DCS 5’s front fascia has been given the once over — with the limited edition car sporting mesh grilles – while Chrysler engineers looked no further than the SRT’s parts bin for the DCS 5’s 17 inch wheels.
The PT Cruiser’s interior has also been spruced up, and features Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl accents as well as unique seats.
The PT Cruiser Dream Cruiser Series 5 will be more for show than it will be for go, as power is sourced from a 150 horsepower 2.4L engine. However, a 180 horsepower turbocharged version of the same engine is available. The naturally aspirated version of the DCS 5 returns 19/24 mpg city/highway, while the turbo version costs the PT 1 mpg in the city.
The DCS 5 will make its debut at the Woodward Dream Cruise in Detroit, with 1,750 units set to go on sale shortly after.
