The Chrysler PT Cruiser is a retro styled compact automobile launched by Chrysler as a 5-door hatchback in early 2000 (for the 2001 model year) and as a 2-door convertible in early 2005 (added to the 2005 model lineup).
Originally conceived as a Plymouth model, the PT Cruiser received the Chrysler nameplate on introduction in anticipation of the 2001 discontinuation of the Plymouth brand. The PT Cruiser was designed by Bryan Nesbitt, who later also styled the Chevrolet HHR. The name PT Cruiser includes the initialism PT, standing for "Personal Transport" and designating the car's platform as well as production code.
A four-seat convertible model was added for 2005. It is a two-door with an integrated "sport bar" for added rigidity and rollover protection. The sport bar also caused air to flow over the rear seat passengers, resulting in a less drafty ride. The convertible officially ceased production December 21, 2007, but the last 2007 convertibles were marketed as 2008 models. On January 12, 2009, Chrysler LLC, under the private equity firm of Cerberus Capital Management, announced the gradual discontinuation of the main model.
Heading to the city tonight, it's a trip, so we'll be leaving a quarter to five.
Say I said we're gonna make it alright, and it's cool, ‘cause I'll be bringing my 45.
Now I know it's gonna take so long, these strikers will be telling my pounting drive,
Little Johnny, won't you come along?
You can tell my PT Cruiser is bright, my PT Cruiser is white.
Battles on the side of my head, yes, it seems to bring the feeling, yes, is so divine.
Breaking, damn, my PT Cruiser is height and I know that I can head it for four to five
Back until it was on the news, I don't know what people what figuring it was so left out.
I don't care about your point of view, I can't do what you want me to
My PT Cruiser is white.
My PT Cruiser is white
Don't you know, I can travel anywhere, my PT Cruiser is white
Don't you know, I am master of my vehicle?