Chrysler Crossfire, what to look out for when buying used
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Kentish said:
The SLK it is based on is a nicer car and a future classic.
Nice trick roof and the car is reliable too.
Merc badge as well if your friend is worried about a nice badge?
Not competing in the same market, are they? Good luck with finding an '04 six-cylinder SLK for seven grand...Nice trick roof and the car is reliable too.
Merc badge as well if your friend is worried about a nice badge?
I actually like the looks of the Crossfire, and they seem to be good value:
http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/sales/1604722.htm
There is such snobbery on here about certain cars, I drove one and thought it was quite good, it seems to me that people will toss themselves into a frenzy about some right crusty old woofers because its an "Icon" but look down there nose at something thats actually not a bad car because it isn't, ok they arent the last word in feedback but they drive better than the internet wisdom would have you beleive, I was supripsed how quick the 3.2 felt, the SRT must be a monster.
How many knocking it have driven one and actually drive something for the same money that is actually better ?
No I dont own one, though I dont rule it out (SRT)
How many knocking it have driven one and actually drive something for the same money that is actually better ?
No I dont own one, though I dont rule it out (SRT)
I have actually driven one myself in the states for a couple of weeks, it was the regular 3.2, the interior even then when it was new was straight out of my parents e-class merc, which really didn't go well with the sporty demeanour of the body. It rolled very badly in the corners, the steering wheel was enormous and the weight of the car was apparent in that the 3.2 engine felt more like a 2.2, it was very much lacking in power compared to a 1.8t TT or the 350z which I have also rented in the states for a few days (very reasonable over there).
I made the suggestion to him to buy the car given his budget; he is more interested in aesthetics and a car that doesn't look dated. The car will be used in London traffic so the complete lack of feedback from the wheel is most welcome to him, also the car is fast enough for his use and I guess he'll put on a mildly uprated exhaust to get a little more sound from it and change the wheels.
For the money I can't think of anything that would suit him better. The depreciation isn't a problem unless there is an alternative that would fit his style of car in the price range of 6-8k
I'm assuming the reason it sold badly was because in it's time it's new price was not competitively priced to the Audi TT, 350Z, Z4 etc for someone to purchase a Chrysler coupe, I certainly would have gone for the Z4 if it was my money.
I made the suggestion to him to buy the car given his budget; he is more interested in aesthetics and a car that doesn't look dated. The car will be used in London traffic so the complete lack of feedback from the wheel is most welcome to him, also the car is fast enough for his use and I guess he'll put on a mildly uprated exhaust to get a little more sound from it and change the wheels.
For the money I can't think of anything that would suit him better. The depreciation isn't a problem unless there is an alternative that would fit his style of car in the price range of 6-8k
I'm assuming the reason it sold badly was because in it's time it's new price was not competitively priced to the Audi TT, 350Z, Z4 etc for someone to purchase a Chrysler coupe, I certainly would have gone for the Z4 if it was my money.
J4CKO said:
There is such snobbery on here about certain cars, I drove one and thought it was quite good, it seems to me that people will toss themselves into a frenzy about some right crusty old woofers because its an "Icon" but look down there nose at something thats actually not a bad car because it isn't, ok they arent the last word in feedback but they drive better than the internet wisdom would have you beleive, I was supripsed how quick the 3.2 felt, the SRT must be a monster.
How many knocking it have driven one and actually drive something for the same money that is actually better ?
No I dont own one, though I dont rule it out (SRT)
How many knocking it have driven one and actually drive something for the same money that is actually better ?
No I dont own one, though I dont rule it out (SRT)
Horrible and hateful thing.
Drove a number of them during a months driving job after uni blasting around the airfield up at Thurleigh. I actually looked forward to driving one for the first time and the pleasant surprise never arrived. Just waves and waves of 'WTF is this ****'.
Drove the 300c SRT and that was fun even with all the shortcomings.
Drove a number of them during a months driving job after uni blasting around the airfield up at Thurleigh. I actually looked forward to driving one for the first time and the pleasant surprise never arrived. Just waves and waves of 'WTF is this ****'.
Drove the 300c SRT and that was fun even with all the shortcomings.
Ozzie Osmond said:
kazino said:
Seems to be a pretty reliable car then
Which is only the start. Value in 3 years time is the real question.Answer: zip, dip, nada, nothing. So just divide the price by three and you have the annual cost; plus tax, insurance and maintenance.
Incidentally, the Crossfire was considered a decent 'wafter' as a convertible, if not a coupe.
musclecarmad said:
Well,
For what it's worth and not just using clarkson ism's I think they are a great car.
They are very cheap to buy compared to something of a similar year and mileage that's a coupe
I think it looks good
its cheap to run
it will hold it's value over 3 years
it has a reasonable engine
a black one imho looks quite nice especially a convertible
also, i'd consider an RX8 value for money too.
Good luck
They struck me as 'misunderstood' by the motoring press when they came out. They were always pitted against things like 350Zs and Z3Ms, ie hardcore sports cars, when the coupe was an art deco GT in the American tradition of LaSalle and Cord (if not quire Duesenburg or Auburn), whilst the convertible was more of an open-road cruiser for blasting along a favourite A-road with the wind in your hair, not putting against the clock on a track.For what it's worth and not just using clarkson ism's I think they are a great car.
They are very cheap to buy compared to something of a similar year and mileage that's a coupe
I think it looks good
its cheap to run
it will hold it's value over 3 years
it has a reasonable engine
a black one imho looks quite nice especially a convertible
also, i'd consider an RX8 value for money too.
Good luck
vpr said:
So many critics on here.
Would love to know what bilge some of you guys drive.
Crossfire is actually a good car...very reliable but if you're gonna go for a 2 str it might as well be a conv.
Personal opinion. I dont like the way it looks, its not special enough. My last car was a C2. Not a great car, not even a very good one didnt look grand either. But my point stands. If you have the budget there are better looking (In my opinion) and better driving cars out there.Would love to know what bilge some of you guys drive.
Crossfire is actually a good car...very reliable but if you're gonna go for a 2 str it might as well be a conv.
Boxster of that price will be expensive to maintain and it looks old. The Z is too heavy handed for his day to day use, it will just become a chore to drive.
I'm sure it'll have some resale value contrary to what people are saying, he'll only be keeping it for a year I guess so even if it drops to 3-4k I don't think it'll be a problem as it appears it quite a solid car and won't be expensive to service so it evens it up.
I'm sure it'll have some resale value contrary to what people are saying, he'll only be keeping it for a year I guess so even if it drops to 3-4k I don't think it'll be a problem as it appears it quite a solid car and won't be expensive to service so it evens it up.
nsmith1180 said:
Seriously, If you are looking for a car like that, Boxter or Z. Crossfire is just minging. Im sure its a good car to drive, but if you want to spend money on a car which very few people will buy when you want rid....
chocolatemonk said:
If you want to buy one, oh i mean if 'your mate' wants to buy one 
just go for it, it would be boring if we all liked the same things
I'm actually thinking of buying one for my little bro now, it's got rubbish steering and even though it's a 3.2 it's nice and slow so he can't get into any trouble just go for it, it would be boring if we all liked the same things
kazino said:
chocolatemonk said:
If you want to buy one, oh i mean if 'your mate' wants to buy one just go for it, it would be boring if we all liked the same things
I'm actually thinking of buying one for my little bro now, it's got rubbish steering and even though it's a 3.2 it's nice and slow so he can't get into any trouble just go for it, it would be boring if we all liked the same thingsVery good point, I shall have to find an alternative
6.5 seconds to 60 and not far off 150mph iirc, not that slow really is it?!
fraserbottomley said:
kazino said:
chocolatemonk said:
If you want to buy one, oh i mean if 'your mate' wants to buy one just go for it, it would be boring if we all liked the same things
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