Yes, oil changes are expensive ($160 in Cleveland) but you go 7,000 miles between them.

Ask around, New coupes were available in the $20,000 range a few months ago. The resale might sink for a few more years but you won't be able to get one for less than that 10 years from now.

Yes, tires are $250 - $300 and they last 30,000 miles. Other cars in this performance range have the same tire cost and life.

The big Crossfire bugaboo is dealer service. Most Chrysler dealers can't service the car properly and don't want to learn how. Ask around here for a dealer with good service in the DC area and go with them.