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Old Mar 25, 2015 | 06:51 PM
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Other members may argue this, but all the reds are the same that I have seen, and yes, mine looks candy apple METALLIC red.
They might have just changed the name to entice more people. They are all different paint code numbers though. I have checked that out.
 
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Old Mar 25, 2015 | 06:59 PM
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Hmmmmm. I'm about half color blind anyway.
 
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Old Mar 25, 2015 | 07:12 PM
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Originally Posted by ala_xfire
Hmmmmm. I'm about half color blind anyway.
Funny. I am thinking about changing my milage to under 50K. Your thoughts >>>
 
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Old Mar 25, 2015 | 07:15 PM
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Funny. I am thinking about changing my milage to under 50K. Your thoughts >>>
I got mine at 42K, now has 63K and still running like a fine German made Swiss watch.
 
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Old Mar 25, 2015 | 07:21 PM
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Originally Posted by ala_xfire
I got mine at 42K, now has 63K and still running like a fine German made Swiss watch.
You think 50K is too high? should I still keep looking under 40K?
 
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Old Mar 25, 2015 | 07:39 PM
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I'd say 50K is about average on these cars at 10 years old and not a daily driver, and 50K is not high mileage for them either.
 
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Old Mar 25, 2015 | 09:03 PM
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Originally Posted by ala_xfire
I'd say 50K is about average on these cars at 10 years old and not a daily driver, and 50K is not high mileage for them either.
Of course lower is better. A lot depends on how well the car was taken care of with higher mileage. I just went through all the Crossfires on Cars.com. Saw a few but nothing that opened my eyes wide, if you know what I mean. I thank you for all your help. Heading to bed. tomorrow is another day.
 
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Old Mar 26, 2015 | 09:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Bill T.
Of course lower is better. A lot depends on how well the car was taken care of with higher mileage. I just went through all the Crossfires on Cars.com. Saw a few but nothing that opened my eyes wide, if you know what I mean. I thank you for all your help. Heading to bed. tomorrow is another day.

Here is one in Conn.



http://www.ebay.com/itm/141612988215?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
 
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Old Mar 26, 2015 | 11:09 AM
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I found more Crossfires on www.craigslist.com than anywhere else.
A bit of a chore to have to slog through different locations.
Pick a state, pick a city/area in that state then search for Crossfire.
If no luck in that city/area you don't have to start over. Just pull down the
city menu on the top left and pick another. It will then search for your Crossfire.


The more miles you're willing to accept, the more cars you're going to find.
I agree with Ala_Xfire, 30-50K is good mileage for a 10 year old car and there
are a good many of them out there.


Good luck!
 
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Old Mar 26, 2015 | 12:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Bill T.
Of course lower is better. A lot depends on how well the car was taken care of with higher mileage. I just went through all the Crossfires on Cars.com. Saw a few but nothing that opened my eyes wide, if you know what I mean. I thank you for all your help. Heading to bed. tomorrow is another day.

here is another in Conn.



2004 Chyrsler Crossfire excellent cond. 35k
 
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Old Mar 26, 2015 | 12:50 PM
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Originally Posted by csteve0355
I thank you for the leads. CT isn't all that far for me. Both of these cars look good BUT I am really looking for a Roadster. A lot things changed in 2005 (The Limited) for one. I am going to stay away from 2004's That said I do appreciate you taking the time. Love the color though. SHARP. Thanks again. I hope I haven't turned you off.
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Old Mar 26, 2015 | 08:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Bill T.
I thank you for the leads. CT isn't all that far for me. Both of these cars look good BUT I am really looking for a Roadster. A lot things changed in 2005 (The Limited) for one. I am going to stay away from 2004's That said I do appreciate you taking the time. Love the color though. SHARP. Thanks again. I hope I haven't turned you off.
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Good evening,
I contacted the guy with the 35K car in CT. I really want a Roadster but the price on this one is well within my reach. We'll see.
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Old Mar 26, 2015 | 08:59 PM
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Hi everyone. Paul from No CA. New to forum and a new xfire owner. 2008 red hatchback. Not sure where to ask a rattle question....after driving 15 mins when I accerate I hear a rear rattle. I was convinced it was the muffler, had it checked out and all is good.

Sounds like it's under the trunk area. Everything there in tact. When I lift off the gas pedal the rattle stops. Any thoughts??

Appreciate any help.
Paul
 
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Old Mar 26, 2015 | 09:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Bill T.
Good evening,
I contacted the guy with the 35K car in CT. I really want a Roadster but the price on this one is well within my reach. We'll see.
Bill T.

Here is a yellow roadster, but with grey interior.



2005 Chrysler Crossfire Limited, $11,300 - Cars.com
 
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Old Mar 26, 2015 | 10:55 PM
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Originally Posted by csteve0355
Here is a yellow roadster, but with grey interior.



2005 Chrysler Crossfire Limited, $11,300 - Cars.com
I had seen that one listed. Something about it. Had an accident etc. Turned me off.
The more I think about it, I think I may go and see that coupe in CT. Can't beat the price. If you see anything at all please let me know. Appreciated.
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Old Mar 26, 2015 | 11:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Red Paul
Hi everyone. Paul from No CA. New to forum and a new xfire owner. 2008 red hatchback. Not sure where to ask a rattle question....after driving 15 mins when I accerate I hear a rear rattle. I was convinced it was the muffler, had it checked out and all is good.

Sounds like it's under the trunk area. Everything there in tact. When I lift off the gas pedal the rattle stops. Any thoughts??

Appreciate any help.
Paul
Different car BUT. I had kind of the same thing in my 87 Mustang Conv. Took to the garage I use for such things and it turned out to be the cat. converter breaking up inside on the left side. Swapped out the system and installed new front pipe without the converters and problem solved. Just a thought.
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Old Mar 26, 2015 | 11:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Bill T.
I had seen that one listed. Something about it. Had an accident etc. Turned me off.
The more I think about it, I think I may go and see that coupe in CT. Can't beat the price. If you see anything at all please let me know. Appreciated.
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I just checked the history and it showed 0 accidents.
 
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Old Mar 27, 2015 | 08:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Bill T.
I thank you for the leads. CT isn't all that far for me. Both of these cars look good BUT I am really looking for a Roadster. A lot things changed in 2005 (The Limited) for one. I am going to stay away from 2004's That said I do appreciate you taking the time. Love the color though. SHARP. Thanks again. I hope I haven't turned you off.
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Good Evening,
I am going to CT tomorrow to check out this Crossfire. If it is OK I think I will make a deal. I will get back to you. THANKS for all your help.
I know I said I was going to stay away from 04's but this one does look PRETTY good. Tomorrow will tell. CarFax came back with NO PROBLEMS.
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Old Mar 27, 2015 | 09:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Bill T.
Good Evening,
I am going to CT tomorrow to check out this Crossfire. If it is OK I think I will make a deal. I will get back to you. THANKS for all your help.
I know I said I was going to stay away from 04's but this one does look PRETTY good. Tomorrow will tell. CarFax came back with NO PROBLEMS.
Bill T.


For me its the best color. From the pictures I can see it still has its original Varta battery - which you should change out as these cars are temper mental when the voltage gets low. Do a good walk around, check the bottom of the door plate with them open as they can rust if not maintained, and that all things work - then take it for a drive............Good luck
 
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Old Mar 27, 2015 | 10:15 PM
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Originally Posted by csteve0355
For me its the best color. From the pictures I can see it still has its original Varta battery - which you should change out as these cars are temper mental when the voltage gets low. Do a good walk around, check the bottom of the door plate with them open as they can rust if not maintained, and that all things work - then take it for a drive............Good luck
Thanks. I will do my best. I just read about the doors on the site. Very good info.
Wasn't aware of the battery thing. What is the best thing to do with that. What kind of battery is best. I'm sure it isn't a Die Hard, LOL Heading to bed, getting early start.
Bill T.
 
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