Vehicle Description
Remember when car companies were taking chances and exploring new
markets? The results were cars like the Viper, the Ford GT, and
perhaps the most wild real-world dream car ever built, the Plymouth
Prowler. This bright yellow 1999 Prowler shows just 4,879 original
miles, making it for all intents and purposes, a car that's barely
been broken in.
Finished in Prowler Yellow, this car is all about being the center
of attention. Prowler sticker prices took a big jump between 1999
and 2000, suggesting that the car probably cost a good bit more
than they were asking to build, and as an experiment in aluminum
technology, Chrysler didn't seem to mind. Like most Prowlers, this
one has led an extremely sheltered existence with just 4,879 miles
on the clock, and if it's like its siblings, it's probably never
even seen a raindrop. Fit and finish are very, very good thanks to
the Prowler's virtually hand-built nature, and if there are
blemishes on this car, they're almost imperceptible at first
glance. The front bumpers have been removed for a cleaner, sleeker
look, while aftermarket turn signals help give it a genuine hot-rod
look. Perfect it is no longer, as there are a few very minor signs
of use as you might expect, but we're really picking nits in my
opinion - this is a dialed-in Prowler that you can show off with
great pride.
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The Prowler scored big points with its comfortable, feature-laden
interior that still captured the feel of an old hi-boy roadster.
Deeply sculpted leather bucket seats are fitted with integral seat
belts and roll hoops for a very trick look, as well as a Prowler
logo embossed on the seat backs. They do show some minor signs of
use after two decades of fun in the sun, but because this is such a
low mileage car, there's nothing major going on beyond the regular
wear and tear commensurate to the years. Hot-rod features include
the steering-column-mounted tachometer and central gauge panel that
is painted to match the exterior bodywork. Other goodies include
powerful air conditioning, power windows and locks, cruise control,
and Chrysler's fun Auto-Stick 4-speed automatic transmission with
manual shifting. Everything works and it runs and drives like a
real car, something that many home-built hot rods can't claim.
There's also effective weather protection with a brand new black
canvas convertible top that was designed to withstand real-world
conditions.
The only engine available was a 3.5 liter 24-valve V6, but thanks
to refinements in 1999, performance is quite respectable. It has a
wonderful growl from the throaty exhaust system and the years have
proven that the powertrain is quite reliable and parts are still
readily available just a few clicks away. With the rear-mounted
transaxle, weight distribution is excellent, giving the Prowler
seriously agile handling and you'll never get tired of watching the
front tires out there doing their thing as you drive. The
fully-independent suspension rides well and the 4-wheel disc brakes
are powerful, and despite the hot rod look, it doesn't come with a
hot rod ride penalty. Even the alloy wheels are a bit outrageous:
17s up front and 20s in back wearing 245/45/17 front and 295/40/20
rear Michelins, respectively.
The Prowler is on every expert's short list of future collectables,
and for a good reason. Prices are stable for now, making this the
ideal time to add a Prowler to your collection, and this is quite
possibly the best '99 you'll find on the market today. Call
today!
