Coming off a record sales month for Crossfire, Chrysler announced pricing today for its expanded new lineup of 2005 Crossfires. The Crossfire lineup now includes Coupe, Roadster, and the race-inspired, performance-enhanced SRT-6 Coupe and Roadster. New Crossfire models start to arrive this spring. six-speed manual Crossfire Roadster is $34,960, which includes $875 for destination. Limited with a six-speed manual is $38,920, which includes $875 for destination. five-speed automatic and AutoStick is $39,995, which includes $875 for destination. Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 Coupe is $45,695, which includes $875 for destination. The MSRP for the Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 Roadster is $49,995, which also includes $875 for destination. Chrysler will further expand the Crossfire lineup to include Crossfire coupe with an MSRP of $29,920, which includes $875 for destination.

50k for an srt roadster = good luck chrysler!

 

Holy Smokes $45k for a Crossfire?? Forgit about it. I'm going for the Porsche Boxster Coupe at that price! $45k for a Chrysler and for the types of service they offer, I don't think its worth it. I thought it was suppose to be like $40k, that would of been a bargain. A nice SLK costs about the same, though not faster its a hardtop convertible with more class.

 

For about $45k you can get this!



I think they screwed themselves on this one. Sounds like a rip off to me. But maybe the plan is to rip off the initial buyers and 2-3 months later give a $5000 rebate. Lets see what the markup really is on it when it comes out. Otherwise I'm out.

 

Lets not forget the SRT6 model is based off the SLK 32 which is priced ABOVE 56k before options!

This is the prices I saw today:

::crossfire::

Model | Price

Coupe > $29,045
Roadster > $34,085
Limited Coupe > $33,745
Limited Roadster > $38,045
SRT6 Coupe > $44,820
SRT6 Roadster > $49,120

Does not include dest charges or any additional state charges.

SRT6 is out of my price range, but so is a Viper!

Lets be real folks, 49k for an AMG powered car is one hell of a deal. Most would say we were crazy for paying 35k for a regular crossfire, its still 10k less than a SLK320.

49k SRT6 (loaded) vs 56k SLK32 (w/o options).

I think it will sell. SLK's are all over the road. A supercharged Crossfire is just hot. If I had the money I'd get one.

 

It may be a deal compared to the MB AMG version, but to me $46k for the Crossfire SRT-6 is way out of line. I was going to buy an SRT-6 when I thought they'd be around $40k, but $46k just isn't worth it.

 

Now that I have a closer look, the hard top version of SRT6 Coupe is only $44,820 MSRP.

Hmm I think I'll get one when my lease is up. I wasn't interested in a convertable version anyway.

 

Agreed. $40k would've been the hot selling price! The Porsche Boxster Coupes will be around $38-$41k, thats a better deal to me.

 

Boxster S or the Regular Boxster? Neither even come close!

Boxster S @ $51,600 | 258hp / 229 ft lbs tq

Boxster @ $42,600 | 225hp / 192 ft lbs tq

Crossfire Coupe @ $29,000 | 215hp / 229 ft lbs tq

Crossfire Convertable @ $34,000 | 215hp / 229 ft lbs tq

Crossfire SRT6 @ $44,820 | 330hp / ? ft lbs tq

Crossfire Convertable SRT6 @ $49,120 | 330hp / ? ft lbs tq

I'm sorry maybe I'm blind but I fail to see how the Porsche is better. :roll:

 

Guy I'm referring to the Boxster Coupe coming out. The HP will be up with the new models coming out. I am not a numbers guy, I will not buy a car based just on HP figures or Torque figures. A standard Boxster being around $42k will mean that a Coupe version will be a coupel thousand less. A Boxster also weighs about 2700-2800lbs and being mid engined it is a lot more tossable. I have a Porsche now and would rather be spending that much money on a Porsche. That just my opinion, I'm not trying to make you agree with me and I hope you aren't making me agree with you. Just stating a point. If I were a numbers guy than fine, I would get a Corvette. Around $40k nets you 400hp in base trim and a car that weighs sub 3k.

 

I'm generally not a numbers guy myself, however since the car isn't in front of me, I don't have the keys, and I'm not sitting on a great road course (laguna seca comes to mind) to test it out, I have to look at numbers.

I'm just looking at the big picture here. The crossfire srt6 will be built in limited production numbers. For the looks, power, and AMG standing behind its design quality, I'd have to say the Crossfire SRT is going to be tough competition on the track for any boxster in the lineup.

I'm not trying to change your mind, I'm just defending the SRT6 pricing / design. I think it is worth the money now, and when I get behind the wheel I'll have a grin ear to ear.

I just don't get how people flip there noses up at what Chrysler is trying to do. If this Crossfire had a Mercedies badge on it, paired up with an AMG badge, they could add 10k to the price and it would sell out before they hit the ground.

 

Your right on! Thats the way our world works. Yes, the XF SRT would be faster than a Boxster. But I don't really care about that. I would be very much at home in a Porsche thats a bit slower. A lot of cars sell because of their rich heritage and prestige, not just numbers. The corvette is americas best selling sports car, that because of its rich 50 year heritage and prestige (than follows the numbers).

I think the XF SRT is a great car and will perform really well. I just doubt the price will make it a hit. I was on the list until I heard the price. Unless residuals are out of the ordinary I will most likely stand in line over at Porsche for the new Coupes coming out.

 

I have to ask. What did you expect the SRT6 to actually cost?


I think it is reasonable, especially after seeing those aftermarket engine swap companies trying to charge over 22k to have that same motor installed! :roll:

Finally, sure the name says a lot, however you and I both know this car has Mercedies written all over it. Mercedies DNA with Chrysler lipstick. Sure the service might not be at the same level, but do you really expect that many issues with the car? Not much was changed from the SLK MB to the SRT Chrysler.

You say you don't look at numbers, but you are more into the MFR and backing them. I just want to know what is so great about Porsche that makes you go back? The Carrera GT is hot. I've driven the GT2, (still smiling). But the boxster just doesn't do it for me. Coupe or not.

 

I'm not sure those numbers are that defensable. Here's a figure for ya. The BMW six series coupe is going to cost very near $70,000. The convertible six series is going to cost $77,000. That's a 10% premium over the coupe (a $70,000 coupe, which the crossfire is not). Therefore, disregarding the new cheaper coupe, that $45,000 is a 28% premium. Maybe an SRT-6 is worth the hefty 28%, but I doubt it. Someone should check my math (I'm really tired right now) but I think I'm right. It is your choice but I think $45,000 for a crossfire with 330hp is a bit too expensive.

 

Is it just HP upgrades for the SRT6 or is suspension work also worked into the mix? If it is just HP, then yeah, not worth it. If it is suspension, brakes, and hp. I have to say it is well worth the cost.

 

EVS Motors... just some friendly advice. The large picture is overkill, a pain in the *** to view and screws up the whole thread. A reduced size would be much more user friendly. Just my .02 cents.

 

I think the 45k price tag for the coupe is very justifiable and the 50k tag for the roadster is stretching it but doable. I dont know if any of you other guys out there own a prowler. But i remember when i bought my 01 Prowler i paid 44995 for it new and that is just a 2900lb 253hp hot rod that only ran high 14s in hot weather and mid 14s in mild weather.

I know im definetly starting to get on this band wagon now. I wasnt too thrilled that this car replaced my ever so loved prowler. But now that they have this srt6 coming out im starting to really think about getting one.

MY biggest concern is once the car is out what kind of tuning will be able to be done to it. I know chrysler has always been a bastard when it comes to tuning but if the ecu is MB based then hopefully someone can tune it up for some extra ponies. But none the less a high to mid 12 sec car will be awesome...though....id like to see it with the 6 speed coupled to it....

 

For those seeking performance and a prestigious car I would get a M3 at $45k. I can get a used one with 1-2k miles for about $40k. The SRT should've been priced at $40k.

They will probably give $4,000 rebates or inventives if they don't sell! Thats when I might buy one.

 

If the suspension, brakes, trans, and differential are the same on the SRT, would the following be a possibility?

Purchase the base XF, finish your payments, and then install the SRT6 motor?

 

How about DC offering a factory endorsed bolt-on supercharger (like other manufacturer's do in their "performance" shops), that if installed by a dealer is covered by your warranty? That'd be awesome!

 

Problem with that is the AMG motor isn't just a supercharger, it is forged internals, prob lower compression, fuel, diff ecu, etc. Not just a bolt on deal.