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Old 09-26-2005, 08:40 PM
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Default Re: Caught in the Crossfire: Chrysler mulls future of slow-selling sports coupe

Originally Posted by MoparAlleyCat
The Corvette has never had a problem selling; nor the Viper, which is a highly limited production car and usually has a wait list attached to it. They had high hopes for the Crossfire - yet instead due to a misjudged price point and poor marketing - ended up with a majority of Crossfire's sitting on the lots for an average of almost a year, each. Chrysler had a great opportunity with the Crossfire, yet essentially blew it. They've been able to move them thanks to the latest incentives and deals but I wouldn't be surprised if the Crossfire doesn't make it to '07.
The Corvette sold very poorly in it's first few years of existence.