Originally Posted by Jason_HBC
Its really simple
1) They were a $36,000 Chrysler with a V-6, or up to $50,000 for SRT-6
2) See number 1
3) Horrible marketing; Comparible reviews for the SLK 32 and SLK32 AMG are very complimentary of the car even up to 2003 models; which is the same component structure as the Crossfire, however the Crossfire was crucified for the steering not being a true sports car, and being a $36,000 Chrysler Sports Car
4) MB did not want the red headed step child to outshine the SLK 32 and 32 AMG
*These are my opinions
Jason I have to agree with you. It would not be the first time that a common manufacture was concerned over image and performance over vehicles with different names same builder. In the eighties GM had issues with Buick building Regals that were showing up Vettes in the quarter mile. Just let us all be grateful that the Crossfire was nothing like the result of a one night stand Chrysler had with another company, which resulted in one butt ugly problem child. The Maserati TC.