Re: wanting to buy '05 convertible-help!!
Unless you really want a high performance version (330 hp SRT6) of the Crossfire, stick with the limited (215 hp). One is govered to 150 mph, the other to 158. I am biased against the base -- besides the "chrome surround" on the front windshield you also get heated leather seats, better speakers, optional two-tone seats, and a couple other upgrades I cannot recall on the limited. The car was essentially manufactured in 2005 with the same car built in 2006 and 2007 and then sold into 2009. But no body, engine, or drive train changes. There is a dead pedal in the 2007s and I think the hinge on the glove box changed. Your choice on non-SRT6s is manual 6-speed or 5-speed auto "slap stick". The latter is all that comes on the SRT6. You should be able to find a range of exterior colors, two-tone interiors (no white, but I think there is a cream and something), sticks or autos, and mileage from next to nothing all the way over 100k. Start doing internet searches to get an idea of what is available and price. Then ask someone on the forum to check it out for you -- there is an owner almost everywhere and they are all eager to help a future member.