Hi.

I have had my 2006 standard roadster for about 6 weeks now, and by a stroke of luck have come into a bit of money!! (lucky me).
Anyway I am now thinking of upgrading to an SRT either fixed head or Roadster.
I'm after a bit of advice from SRT owners. (Or even better people who have had both versions!)
Other than the obvious extra cost of insurance and petrol (Gas), what in owners views are the advantages and disadvantages of the SRT versions?
In that is the performance increase of the SRT worth the extra cash of buying and running it? I have never had a supercharged car before so is there anything to look out for in the SRT models as opposed to the standard models?

Are they as reliable ETC ETC.

Many thanks chaps.

 

I think that you would love the upgrade to an SRT. Now the NA is a very good car - but side by side, the power of the SRT is well worth the little extra in petrol. The "weak point" is the intercooler pump that goes out. You can get a new pump from needswings.com and the install is pretty straight forward. You will love the SRT6 and you will never look back, in less your looking at all the rubber you can laid down. Finale word, get one!

 

I've had both a limited and 2 SRT's. The SRT has a firmer ride and grippier seats. Drive one, and you'll learn how addicting that power is.

Plus sides to the SRT Vs Limited,

Better looking wheels (my opinion)
Gobs of power
Better handling
Grippier seats
exclusivity
If you're into modding it only takes a little bit of money to make it a real rocket ship.

Downside of the SRT Vs Limited,

Stiffer suspension (not unbearable, but noticeable)
Wheels are a ***** to clean
Lack of cool retractible spoiler

 

If you like to shift gears the limited is your only choice. The SRT is only available in an automatic...

 

Not had and SRT but considered getting one , I was thrown off by the ugly wheels and the big spoiler on the back. I am sure it's a really great car but I live in London and its surplus to my requirements . My limited roadster with the few things I've done is just right for me. That's not to say the SRT isn't a great car but it just does not reflect me. BTW if you get one for the love of all things holy please do not call it an AMG , the SRT is in its own exclusive club ( as is all Crossfires) it just make those who do sound like a bunch of wannabes. Stay real , stay true and get the car that's reflects you!

 

I love the SRT6 and almost bought one. I decided against it for a couple reasons. First, I initially was going to use the car as a daily driver and the suspension just wouldn't be great having to commute into DC every day. Second, I don't like the spoiler. Third, while I like the look of the wheels they are a b**** to clean (I have another car with hard to clean wheels and while I love the wheels, it sucks to clean them). Lastly, insurance. Only having it available as an auto stick wasn't an issue for me. I'm done with shifing during rush hour.........

My compromise was the NA Crossfire. Still quick, I still love the wheels, still handles well, less stiff on bumps, I like the clean look without the whale tail spoiler and I like the pop-up too. For those who say it's under powered.........I don't agree. It serves its purpose well and it quick and fun to drive. I did howver up the ponies by doing a Eurocharge Tune, high flow filters and will likely do a bigger CAI as well. Even with just the Eurocharge......wow, it's fun.

I may someday get another XFire. It may be an SRT6 roadster, or it may just be a roadster.......Hmmmm

 

I had an NA coupe before getting the SRT roadster. The only thing I miss is the stick. I hate the stock wheels and treated myself to Foose that match the graphite paint. My insurance actually went down (go figure) and gas consumption is only slightly higher if I can keep my foot out of it on the freeway. The hardest part about owning an SRT is driving it tamely.

 

I have bought and sold cars on the side for 15 years or more. During the mid 2000's , I had six different N/A's coupes over a 3 year period. They were GREAT cars. When the recession hit, I stopped my buying and needed a car in my name. Looked for a 7th coupe, and found a SRT coupe with only 900 miles. At first, I was concerned about the ride, performance parts etc. It's my ONLY car now and would not trade it for anything. The ride is FINE, I can not tell the difference for ALL the N/As that I have had. Tires will make a larger impact on the ride, The major difference is at the limits. The extra performance parts are very reliable---Yes the pump will set you back about a "buck fifty" but overall the cost will be line with the N/A. Tires are the same size. oil is the same, etc. For the money you can NOT get more car. Just buy one and you will see---10 to 15% increase is price---double the fun.

 

I love them both. But they are different. Like having a quiet brunette and a wild red head as girl friends. GFs who don't get jealous.

 

I have oneof each. The only thing imiss in the SRT over the Limited,is the ability to row my own gers.

A disapointment that does not go lightly but, fades somewhat as Iwatch other cars get tiny in the rear view mirror.

I can actualy visualize living without the manual tranny.

The pressure onmy @ss from thesupercharged power plant in the SRT, I cannot.

As for operating costs, the SRT has not really cost more than the NA. Mostly because I push the NA to the limit everytime I drive it. I have poured a ton of money into the NA to achieve,,,,,,,295 HP at the crank.

The SRT, at 330 HP stock, is just getting started where the Limited leaves off.

The wife and I are downsizing to one car. It will be the SRT. Folks who know me as the "Roadster with a Stick" will attest, this is gonna be hard for me. But,the SRT is the collectable, and the one worth maintaining .

So,if you can find one you like, I suggest as a "keeper' the SRT is where you should head.

 

I have driven both and enjoy both. But, like most people here, I am addicted to the power of the SRT. Just knowing I can flash to speed is fun for me. Even my wife likes it. One thing I would look out for on any XF is the rear hatch area. The place that I bought mine from had three XFer's and they all had water leaks coming from the rear wing area. One was a NA and the other two SRT's. I bought one of the SRT's and the first thing I did is solve the water leak problem. I normally would have had the dealer fix it before I bought, but he wasn't willing to fix anything. Since he was only asking $9,400.00 for the car I didn't argue. Just look in the rear area under the jack for condensation/water. Since you are in England where it has been known to rain heavily from time to time, it is worth a look.

 

I had an 6 speed NA coupe for 5 years and the SRT coupe now for 9 months. Would I go back, HELL NO.

I did love my NA though, she is not forgotten.

Not much difference until you stomp your foot.

My new tires got rid of the ride from the hell it was before and the new Konis will soften it up a little more.

 

Get the SRT-6 and you'll never regret it! All this talk about the power of our cars has me wanting to go to the track right now. Just get it!!!

 

I dont know. I havent driven an SRT so take my opinion with a grain of salt but, there are many reasons why I chose a NA roadster over an SRT. First and foremost was the lack of a 6 speed. A true sports car/GT style car is not proper with an automatic. That broke the deal from the get-go. Second, that wing. Rearward visibility in the roadster is not the greatest with the little wing down. When its up, even worse. The NA at least can be driven with it down. Next deal breaker for me was the seats. I wanted leather, real looking and feeling leather. That alcantra stuff looks cheap in my eyes (only opinion on that!). The final box checked no was the wheels. I dont like them and wouldnt want to clean them.
Once again, all my opinions but I am super happy with my NA and wouldnt take an SRT unless it was given to me.

 

Well, since I am still healing up from the insults, lol, I wouldn't own anything but an SRT. How's that? Buy, you won't be disappointed.

 

They arent insults by any means, just pointers that swayed my decision process. The SRT is leaps and bounds faster than my car in a straight line. For some people that alone is all it takes to sell them on one. For me its not. In the twisties (where I like to run) the NA is a force to reckon with.
Thats another part of our cars that makes it a notch above the competition. The basic car is the same so you have the choice of how fast you want to go.

 

Your car is not faster than the SRT in a straight line or the twisties.

 

It is like everything else in the world. Each to their own. I like nothing about a regular XF. Nothing. I read your post. I wouldn't have owned one if it didn't have an AMG under the hood. And my favorite letters, SRT. I LIKE the wing, and love the wheels....I think my interior is more comfortable, and surpasses plain old out dated leather. I have ran auto's since JEGS started selling B&M Turbohydramatics back in the 70's.... I will run with anyone in the twisties...Each to their own... I like the SRT vs the standard Roadster to answer the poster's question. But you have to make the decision, it is your $$$$$$$....we only have opinions...

 

Never said it was............



ever

 

You implied it.

You mention the SRT is faster in a straight line (Specifically pointing this out) Then you say,

Implying that your NA is just as fast as the SRT in a straight line.