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« on: March 12, 2008, 11:43:00 pm »


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Chrysler Crossfire, 2004-2007

Chrysler Crossfire, 2004-2007Based on the first-generation Mercedes-Benz SLK sports car, the Crossfire came in coupe and convertible bodystyles with available V6 and supercharged V6 engines.  Reliability has been "better than average" and used prices are "good", reports Contributing Editor, Chris Chase.

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« Reply #1 on: March 13, 2008, 01:40:05 am »
A used, manual-transmission Crossfire coupe always seemed to me like it would be a steal for those who like the German car experience but aren't particularly badge-conscious.
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« Reply #2 on: March 13, 2008, 02:27:50 am »
Quote from: Mitlov on March 13, 2008, 01:40:05 am
A used, manual-transmission Crossfire coupe always seemed to me like it would be a steal for those who like the German car experience but aren't particularly badge-conscious.

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« Reply #3 on: March 13, 2008, 06:46:56 am »
I always liked the convertible version of these, based on a first impression at a dealership here of an ice-blue convert sitting outside on a sunny day with the top down, revealing it's ivory leather interior. What a handsome combo that car was...
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« Reply #4 on: March 13, 2008, 07:28:11 am »
I never saw the point of this car... I would have bought a preowned  real M-B had I wanted a small convertible with a M-B power train rather than a new Crossfire.  But I never considered buying the M-B either.
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« Reply #5 on: March 13, 2008, 08:00:53 am »
Quote from: tpl on March 13, 2008, 07:28:11 am
I never saw the point of this car... I would have bought a preowned  real M-B had I wanted a small convertible with a M-B power train rather than a new Crossfire.  But I never considered buying the M-B either.
Each to his own.
I guess it would depend on where you live
I think they were hoping people in small towns may by them, where a MB dealer could be hours away.
Also price for a used MB  you probably get new Crossfire
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« Reply #6 on: March 14, 2008, 11:58:35 am »
Quote from: airbalancer on March 13, 2008, 08:00:53 am
Quote from: tpl on March 13, 2008, 07:28:11 am
I never saw the point of this car... I would have bought a preowned  real M-B had I wanted a small convertible with a M-B power train rather than a new Crossfire.  But I never considered buying the M-B either.
Each to his own.
I guess it would depend on where you live
I think they were hoping people in small towns may by them, where a MB dealer could be hours away.
Also price for a used MB  you probably get new Crossfire
Perhaps there is less fickle-ness, in NA car buyers in general than to those who live in Europe?
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« Reply #7 on: March 14, 2008, 12:05:45 pm »
Looks like a nice deal used. Of course the biggest issue it has no "gotta have it" quality about. Nice, competent but nothing that makes me want to take out a second mortgage. Too many other more compelling cars in the market for me to choice this one for myself. That and I'm too cheap. In tens years I could be in the market for one.
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« Reply #8 on: March 14, 2008, 12:19:24 pm »
We rented a convertible Crossfire last year in Vegas for the drive to the Grand Canyon and Back.

(It was auto with the 'manu' stick - you know + - side to side action).

For the long drive to the canyon and back, I found this car very comfortable.  Acceleration to pass from highway speeds was very responsive.

One thing I noticed, is that this car does not turn heads, or 'get noticed'.   Although I felt quite special driving around in a beautiful white 2 seater, top down etc, I really got the impression I was the only one who felt special.

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« Reply #9 on: March 14, 2008, 06:19:55 pm »
 ROFL In Vegas everyone is SPECIAL.........sounds like a fun ride......i'd enjoy that in a heartbeat...I'm Wayne NEWTON...Cerebus owner
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« Reply #10 on: March 15, 2008, 01:22:53 am »
Wasn't the Crossfire one of Chrysler's worst selling vehicles of all time? 
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« Reply #11 on: March 16, 2008, 02:26:18 pm »
Crossfire Sales Data (somewhat dated)

http://www.forbesautos.com/reviews/2006/chrysler/crossfire/model-update.html
"Unfortunately for Chrysler, sales of the hot-looking Crossfire have yet to meet expectations. While its original annual U.S. sales target was 20,000 units, the car sold only 14,969 units in 2005 and a meager 4,000 or so in 2006 as of the end of August. Chrysler group executives are reportedly weighing the vehicle's future, specifically whether the Crossfire will eventually be redesigned and built in the U.S. or whether it will be scrapped altogether when its assembly contract with Karmann expires in 2010."

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysler_Crossfire#Sales
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