And you know how big Daimler is, right? I mean, they basically run the space program in Germany... German DaimlerChrysler Aerospace AG is what it's called!I mean, they have PLENTY of money... put it back into Chrysler!! But Daimler's HUGE... they didn't need Chrysler... they aren't in it for the cars... they wanted an 'American Market'... so they BOUGHT ONE!

I remember when I was the only person protesting the 'merger' when it came about. At least, the only person I knew, and everyone said it would be good for Chrysler... I was against it from the beginning!!

Anyway... I'm done venting... I don't hate anyone over it... Daimler will bring good things to the table, they have to. Think positively about it... nothing can be done about the past.

<FONT color=red>GO DODGE!!</FONT><IMG alt=Wink src=smileys/smiley2.gif onclick="AddSmileyIcon'smileys/smiley2.gif'" border="0">

~Amanda <edited><editID>Dodgegirl19</editID><editDate>37963.3568981482</editDate></edited>

 

The problem I have now is that it seems almost every new car will be mostly German or like the coming Neon, Mitsubishi frame and Hyundai powered.<img border="0" src=smileys/smiley7.gif border="0"> It just makes my skin crawl.<img border="0" src=smileys/smiley11.gif border="0">
Daimler has been in an automotive sales slump, not necessarily going broke. I hope I never have to say "I told you so", but I have always had a bad feeling about all of it. I see Daimler slowly erasing Chrysler until it is only Daimler, just another corporate take over.<img border="0" src=smileys/smiley19.gif border="0"> I hope that I am wrong.

 

Boy sure do hope your wrong too. cuz that would be quite the disappointment. so far i can see the european in chrysler, look at the crossfire, and the slingshot concept! I don't know maybe the european style is favored by many and make it available for the rest of the public,unlike the BMWs that go from 40 and on.

 

Their upcoming roll out of 26 new/redesigned models, with in the next 36 months, may prove to be an up swing for Chrysler. If they bring out what we as consumers want then it is a sure thing for a long Mopar life to come.<img border="0" src=smileys/smiley4.gif border="0">

 

The merger was the only chance to save Chrysler because of quality problems with the industrial side of producing. I hate to say it but Daimler saved Chrysler. But good for them because i love my Mopar. Doesnt matter how many cars you sell if you cant efficiently build them.

 

you've got a point there

 

The Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 will be available for the 2005 production year... may debut in Chicago or New York, still unknown as of yet. SRT-6 package will be available on both convertible as well as coupe. The SRT-6 has a "SuperCharged" V-6 from the Mercedes Benz SLK in which the platform is based off of. The "SuperCharged" AMG V-6 has 349 horsepower. Cost is estimated at anywhere from $40,000 to $48,000.</P>


redriderbob</P>

 

And it is yet another, other than the Viper, two door that I wouldn't mind having, but is way too expensive for my poor blood. <img border="0" src=smileys/smiley36.gif border="0">

 

Yah... the Crossfire is a hot looking car... I really like the Dodge Magnum too... I hope I get to drive one of the SRT 6's. How fun!!

~Amanda

 

The current 2004 Mercedes Benz SLK32 AMG, which is basicly the same exact car, as the 2005 Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6, runs these numbers...</P>


MSRP $56,170.00*
Engine AMG-built intercooled supercharged 3.2L 18-valve V-6 engine
Net Power 349 hp @ 6,100 rpm
Net Torque 332 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm </P>


Expect pricing, I would say around $45,000!</P>


redriderbob</P>