Hey all, my name is Joe and I just bought my first crossfire. I've lived this car since I first saw it years ago and now I finally own a 2005 limited coupe with only 36,000 miles on it. I'm so happy and I'm loving the car. Are there any big things I should know about owning one?

 

I would start here. Congrats and welcome to the PermaGrin Club where there are more Smiles to the Gallon!

https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...s-repairs.html

 

mine is 30k and 10 years and here is my short list. Some done, some not. All covered in the how-to's.)

replace the stabilizer
re-solder the RCM
order a bosch CPS
Check for leaks around the electrical plug at the auto transmission
maybe a cabin air filter
consider a capacitor on the door speakers
Check the woofers for broken foam
check the drivers seat for heat
check the maintenance schedule- coolant, serpentine belt air cleaners (2), brake fluid flush, etc

Check back next week and get the list for the following weekend.

And welcome to the forum.

I should mention that I am only 50 miles from Virginia, USA.

 

Yep, your hooked. Welcome and start reading. Anything that might pop up has most likely been discussed here from how to fix a problem to how to prevent one.

 

New to me anyway. An '06 base convertible 6 speed. I've had it about 3 months. Love it. Took care of a couple minor issues and it is doing great.

 

Is it really such a high maintenance car that it requires constant work? Maybe I bit off more than I can chew

 

No, it doesn't, I've had my SRT6 for three years and the only issue that I have had is the CPS, probably the most common problem encountered. 15 minutes to change and all was well. Any other work was optional, new wheels, a few engine mods and new headliner but not because it needed it, just because I like to tinker around with cars.

 

I too have an SRT6 and the only thing I had to do was replace a part your model doesn't even have! Every other thing I did was my own choice. Beware of the mod virus :-)

 

That's like the shortest list of issues for a car that I've seen! Note there is no "replace headgasket" or anything major. Ignore the speaker stuff for now. The RCM solder joints and CPS are the two to do before you have an issue. Both can be done in an hour for $50.

 

ANy car, no matter the mileage, that is ten years old should have:

1) The coolant flushed.
2) Transmission fluid and filter replaced (autos only)

I'd order a spare BOSCH crank sensor and put it in the trunk as well, they go between 40,000 and 100,000 miles and if you have the right spare part - it is no big deal to replace.

 

I have had to change the oil on mine. If treated right they do not ask for much.

Congratulations on the purchase and welcome.

 

congrats on the car, now lets see some pictures!

the only thing i NEEDED to do was to replace my battery. everything else was by choice and not necessary. you should check the RCM though for any potential issues. other than that...enjoy the ride.

 

Congrats, they're a great car and sure to add more smiles per buck than any other car out there, IMHO. Welcome to a great forum, come here first with any issue and you'll do ok.

Dave

 

The only thing I can add is possibly the stick key ignition fix which may save you a future headache. Not so much a problem but a preventative.

It is listed in the index of common problems posted above...

 

What part of Oklahoma?