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| weight = 2,700 lb (1,225 kg)
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}}The '''Plymouth Pronto Spyder''' was a 2-door [[Roadster (automobile)|roadster]] that debuted as a [[concept car|concept]]
}}The '''Plymouth Pronto Spyder''' was a 2-door [[Roadster (automobile)|roadster]] [[concept car|concept]] that debuted in 1998, using a [[MR layout|mid-mounted]], [[turbocharger|turbocharged]], 2.4 L, {{Convert|225|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}}, 4-cylinder engine and a five-speed [[manual transmission]].

in 1998. It never went into production, in part because of the discontinuation of the [[Plymouth (automobile)|Plymouth]] brand, and largely because it was intended as a rolling test of styling and mechanical concepts.
[[File:1998 Plymouth Pronto Spyder Concept (31775573665).jpg|left|thumb|Pronto Spyder rear end]]
[[File:1998 Plymouth Pronto Spyder Concept (31775573665).jpg|left|thumb|Pronto Spyder rear end]]
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The car was fitted with a [[MR layout|mid-mounted]], [[turbocharger|turbocharged]], 2.4&nbsp;L, {{Convert|225|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}}, 4-cylinder engine, later used in the [[Chrysler PT Cruiser]], and a five-speed [[manual transmission]]. It was designed to mimic the feel of more exotic [[Europe]]an roadsters, but partly by using lightweight recycled materials (largely polyethylene terephthalate, or PET, covering a steel chassis) in its construction, cost much less; the vehicle weighed {{convert|2700|lb|kg|0|abbr=on}}.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.motor1.com/news/76843/the-beautiful-1998-pronto-spyder-concept-that-died-with-plymouth/|title=The Beautiful 1998 Pronto Spyder Concept That Died With Plymouth|last=Wakelin|first=Nicole|website=Motor1.com|language=en|access-date=2019-09-20}}</ref> The interior was also a styling test-bed for color (it was spray-painted red) and instrumentation arrangements.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.allpar.com/cars/concepts/pronto-spyder.html|title=Plymouth Pronto Spyder concept car|website=www.allpar.com|access-date=2019-09-20}}</ref>


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Styled to recall [[Europe]]an roadsters, the Pronto Spyder's bodywork used lightweight recycled materials, largely polyethylene terephthalate, or PET, over a steel chassis. The vehicle weighed {{convert|2700|lb|kg|0|abbr=on}}.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.motor1.com/news/76843/the-beautiful-1998-pronto-spyder-concept-that-died-with-plymouth/|title=The Beautiful 1998 Pronto Spyder Concept That Died With Plymouth|last=Wakelin|first=Nicole|website=Motor1.com|language=en|access-date=2019-09-20}}</ref> The interior used spray-applied color, in red,<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=https://www.allpar.com/cars/concepts/pronto-spyder.html|title=Plymouth Pronto Spyder concept car|website=www.allpar.com|access-date=2019-09-20}}</ref> and a tortoise-shell steering wheel rim, subsequently used on the [[Chrysler 300C]].
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Aside from the engine, the plastic tortoise-shell steering wheel rim was later used on the [[Chrysler 300C]]. To be produced, the concept would have needed to meet safety regulations, have better body stiffness (the A-pillar would need revision), suspension travel clearance for the wheelhouse, and [[rear-view mirror]]s, among other changes.

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To enter production, the concept would have needed to meet safety regulations, have better body stiffness (the A-pillar would need revision), suspension travel clearance for the wheelhouse, and [[rear-view mirror]]s, among other changes.<ref name=":0" />


== References ==
== References ==

Latest revision as of 17:00, 3 July 2020

Plymouth Pronto Spyder
Plymouth Pronto Spyder at the now closed Walter P. Chrysler Museum
Overview
TypeConcept car
ManufacturerPlymouth
Production1998
Body and chassis
Body style2-door convertible
LayoutRMR layout
Powertrain
Engine2.4 L turbocharged I4
Transmission5-speed manual
Dimensions
Curb weight2,700 lb (1,225 kg)

The Plymouth Pronto Spyder was a 2-door roadster concept that debuted in 1998, using a mid-mounted, turbocharged, 2.4 L, 225 hp (168 kW), 4-cylinder engine and a five-speed manual transmission.

Pronto Spyder rear end

Styled to recall European roadsters, the Pronto Spyder's bodywork used lightweight recycled materials, largely polyethylene terephthalate, or PET, over a steel chassis. The vehicle weighed 2,700 lb (1,225 kg).[1] The interior used spray-applied color, in red,[2] and a tortoise-shell steering wheel rim, subsequently used on the Chrysler 300C.

To enter production, the concept would have needed to meet safety regulations, have better body stiffness (the A-pillar would need revision), suspension travel clearance for the wheelhouse, and rear-view mirrors, among other changes.[2]

References

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  1. ^ Wakelin, Nicole. "The Beautiful 1998 Pronto Spyder Concept That Died With Plymouth". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2019-09-20.
  2. ^ a b "Plymouth Pronto Spyder concept car". www.allpar.com. Retrieved 2019-09-20.
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