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PT Cruiser Selected as Official Car of the PRM
30 April 2003

MATTHATTAN - Mattimus, Head of State of the People's Republic of Mattopia and the PRM's Most Eligible Bachelor, has selected Chrysler's PT Cruiser as the new Official Car of the PRM.

"The PT Cruiser is the automotive embodiment of the Mattopian ideals of style and substance," Mattimus said from stately Matt Manor.

When asked if Chrysler's use of Celine Dion as spokesdiva influenced his decision, Mattimus replied in one simple word, "No."

When pressed for more details, Mattimus commented, "Simply put, the 2003 Limited Edition PT Cruiser is the ideal vehicle for all young anti-establishment rebel bad boys (Yarbies in Mattspeak). Celine can drive all night if she wants to, but she won't be driving the Mattmobile V2.0."

Steel Blue and loaded with features, including a moonroof, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes, 6-channel stereo, leather interior, butt warmers and a very healthy Mattitude, it's easy to see why Mattimus shies away from letting the Vegas megastar near the Mattmobile.

All Mattopians are encouraged to "design their own" PT Cruiser. Click on the Chrysler logo for more information. However, please remember: There can be only one Mattmobile and that is in the tender loving care of Mattimus.

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A Brief History of Automobiles in Mattopia:

The Mattmobile V1.0: A 1987 fire engine-red Ford Escort Pony. Power nothing. According to Consumer Reports, it was the worst year in the history of the Escort. After being subjected to cross-country treks, plowing into ditches during blizzards and a spring break trip which found it stuck on the beaches of Mexico, the rugged little Mattmobile ultimately became a fire hazard.

Junior: A 1995 Cayman Green (yes, green, not blue) Ford Ranger SuperCab 4x2. An excellent truck that came in handy for moving many friends. Once again, power nothing, but peppy. The rear passenger side was a favorite of wayward drivers looking for a target.

TC