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Old Nov 29, 2006 | 01:56 PM
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I recently had to have body work done on the Crossfire after hitting a deer. A reputable local shop (not the dealer) did the work. The said that the first hood that Chrysler sent wouldn't fit. According to the dealer this part was American made. They had to request a replacement for this and got another part that was made in Germany. They said the second hood fit without any problems.
What do you guys make of this? It seems unlikely that Chrysler would set up a stamping operation in the US for a relatively small number of parts.
 
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Old Nov 29, 2006 | 02:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Johnnie
I recently had to have body work done on the Crossfire after hitting a deer. A reputable local shop (not the dealer) did the work. The said that the first hood that Chrysler sent wouldn't fit. According to the dealer this part was American made. They had to request a replacement for this and got another part that was made in Germany. They said the second hood fit without any problems.
What do you guys make of this? It seems unlikely that Chrysler would set up a stamping operation in the US for a relatively small number of parts.
All of the original body parts are produced by the Karmann factory in Germany, that being said, The Karmann factory may have a US operation that produces replacement parts for all of their coach works models. VW, AUDI, MB etc... Or they could have licensed a US outfit to produce replacement parts.

If you really want the answer, do a google search and see if Karmann has a US operation or affiliate.
 
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