Chrysler Crossfire - The Car Connection
The Chrysler Crossfire was a two-door, two-seat coupe or convertible built from the 2004 to 2008 model years. A derivative of the Mercedes-Benz SLK, the Crossfire was assembled for Chrysler by coachbuilding firm Karmann. The Crossfire gave Chrysler a much-needed sportscar to liven up its practical lineup, and from its debut as a concept car to production, its dazzling, Art Deco-inspired look won. Read More Below » The Chrysler Crossfire was a two-door, two-seat coupe or convertible built from the 2004 to 2008 model years. A derivative of the Mercedes-Benz SLK, the Crossfire was assembled for Chrysler by coachbuilding firm Karmann. The Crossfire gave Chrysler a much-needed sportscar to liven up its practical lineup, and from its debut as a concept car to production, its dazzling, Art Deco-inspired look won better reviews even than the SLK itself. The rear-drive Crossfire rode on a 94. 5-inch wheelbase, and weighed about 3000 pounds in coupe form, so straight-line performance was good, but not shattering. Critics complained of slow steering, but the Crossfire had good ride quality for a car riding on its short wheelbase. The Crossfire wasn't very practical, with a snug cockpit and just 7. 5 cubic feet of storage space under its hatchback. Source: www.thecarconnection.com
