I love mine and have came to the conclusion that the Crossfire is a very misunderstood automobile. People think its PT Cruiser or Sebring stuff and don't realize its Mercedes stuff. Its fully German and made where many high end cars are made at Karmann (www.karmann.com). Check out the banner at this site and you'll see Crossfire's and even one being shaken :shock:
Also the SLK320 got this 3.2 litre engine from 2001 to 2004. Aren't you glad it wasn't the SLK230's ancient 4 cyl engine?? :shock: Of course I wish it was the SLK32's AMG engine but that would have really pushed the price up I think. So to sum it up below I listed the reasons I believe it hasn't sold well.

1. Badge people want Bimmer, Merc, Audi etc.. (I like the name fine)
2. Horsepower people want more HP (300 or so) I agree but am still happy.
3. Most of the competition are "more practical" with more storage room and even rear seats but we have no kids and I love it for what it is, a stylish touring coupe for nice weekends for much less than what the other cost and its still rare to see one on the road

With these starting to sell for 26k for 04 limited at Carmax, I wish I had another to keep tucked away.

http://www.carmax.com