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 result is a sluggish car with unresponsive steering and poor aerodynamics. People were balanced in their compliments: they like the outside of the car, but hated its inside. Quite conspicuously, other cars in the Crossfire’s family of competition offered much better interiors. In the end, the Crossfire isn’t a hot-rod of a car. The Crossfire is not fast or quick, and the gas millage is lousy to boot.

The Crossfire came out in the summer of 2003 as a coupe only. Then, the two seater roadster then followed in 2005. A new high performance SRT6 version was introduced latter in fall, providing a supercharged 3/2 liter, V6 engine. The Crossfire delivers an impressive 330 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. Unfortunately, the only transmission choice for the SRT6 was the heavy duty five speed automatic. Finally, additional suspension components were added, which improved handling but hurt ride smoothness.  Finally, performance tires can significantly improve the ride characteristics of the Crossfire, adding a lot more fun and glees of fun.

Hearing the chants of the mob about high prices, Chrysler constructed a simpler Crossfire in 2005 with a smaller price tag. To answer demand for more personalization, the Crossfire came with greater choices for color, trim levels, and wheel styles. Even with all these different styles, the roadster is still the most popular version.

The Crossfire has been dropping off the sale significance for the last two years, so 2009 may be its last year in production.  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.