The Crossfire is available as either a two-set coupe or a roadster (in which case, you’ll need a Crossfire windscreen (windblocker wind deflector). The Crossfire is build upon the Mercedes Benz SLK underpinning, a somewhat older choice. The Crossfire was mediocre to respond, the steering was sloppy, and it was as aerodynamic as a brick. While the body styling evoked dream images, the plastic interior was a disappointment. Other competing vehicles provided a much more appealing interior. Finally, the car’s performance is mediocre as well. The Crossfire is sluggish for speed and acceleration, and it just drinks the gas.

The Crossfire emerged in summer 2003, with a coupe model only. Then, the two seater roadster came out to popularity in 2005. A super-duper high performance version was introduced later in fall, the SRT6, with a supercharged 3/2 liter, V6 engine. The Crossfire engine provides 330 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. One minor bummer was the SRT6 came only with an awkward five speed automatic transmission. Then, the coils and shocks were improved, which improved handling but made the right rough.  Finally, performance tires can significantly improve the handling profile of the Crossfire, adding a lot more zip and glees of exhilaration .

Hearing the chants of the mob about high prices, Chrysler constructed a simpler Crossfire in 2005 with a smaller price tag. For more options, new colors, wheel styles and colors were added. Even with all these different styles, the roadster is still the most popular version.

Sales have continually dropped to unimpressive levels, so 2009 may be the Crossfire’s last year of life.  The roadster will most likely remain the most popular version of the Crossfire.  There isn’t a strong prosepct for this car in the collector marketplace.  This car will certainly be missed by its fans and the auto industry alike.

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When the author isn’t driving her own Crossfire, she’s a fan of the ChryslerCrossfire windscreen windblocker wind deflector, psychic readings, and the  Seattle HCG Diet.