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New Member IntroductionsWelcome new members !!
This is the place to post a new thread and introduce yourself and tell us a little about yourself and what model Crossfire you just bought or are looking to buy.
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Good morning from the Oregon Coast. I'm a proud new owner of a 2005 Crossfire Limited - by accident! My wife was in an accident recently which totaled her Jag F-Pace. When I visited the tow company's impound yard to retrieve items from the Jag, I spied a beautiful 2005 Crossfire parked in the corner. I inquired about the car and the company's owner said it was theirs because the car's owner had abandoned it rather than paying the towing bill. he said he didn't know what would happen to the car and asked if I'd be interested. I said "sure" - not really expecting anything to come of it. Well...I was surprised when he called two days later and offered me the car - for the outstanding tow bill! I couldn't possibly resist this 2005 Crossfire in great shape with only 75k miles - for $1,500! I couldn't be more excited to clean, detail, and put this jewel back on the road! But first I've got a couple electric gremlins to address - I'll switch over to another forum for that. Thanks for keeping this valuable forum available!
Don't hesitate to ask questions here. Many members have been here since the Crossfire was introduced. Mechanically you have a 2004 Mercedes SLK320 in Chrysler clothing.
Don't hesitate to ask questions here. Many members have been here since the Crossfire was introduced. Mechanically you have a 2004 Mercedes SLK320 in Chrysler clothing.
Good morning and thanks for the welcome! And what beautiful Chrysler clothing it is! And I did ask some "starting" questions over in the technical forum! Again, thanks for the welcome!
I know, I know! I keep expecting to find a dead body in the trunk or a piston poking out of the engine block - but so far, the 2 second start (I asked about in the technical forum) is my only issue. Thanks for the welcome! And here's no kidding proof:
I believe you now! great looking car. Just to let you know those headlight are nice and clear. Those headlights are almost the cost of your new old crossfire. Congrats again!
I spied a beautiful 2005 Crossfire parked in the corner.
I inquired about the car and the company's owner said it was theirs because the car's owner had abandoned it rather than paying the towing bill.
He said he didn't know what would happen to the car and asked if I'd be interested. I said "sure" - not really expecting anything to come of it.
Well...I was surprised when he called two days later and offered me the car - for the outstanding tow bill!
I couldn't possibly resist this 2005 Crossfire in great shape with only 75k miles - for $1,500!
Although a towing fee of $1500 is a lot but to purchase a Crossfire for that amount, its a steal.
Curious about the cars "Ownership Title"
Curious to know a little more about the owner who abandoned it to avoid towing fees etc.
What kind on Crossfire owner would do this ??
Did the impound yard have possession of the "Car Title" to sell you the car ??
Interesting story and I wish you well working through the issues you are having but for only $1500 ya definitely got a deal !!
Good morning from the Oregon Coast. I'm a proud new owner of a 2005 Crossfire Limited - by accident! My wife was in an accident recently which totaled her Jag F-Pace. When I visited the tow company's impound yard to retrieve items from the Jag, I spied a beautiful 2005 Crossfire parked in the corner. I inquired about the car and the company's owner said it was theirs because the car's owner had abandoned it rather than paying the towing bill. he said he didn't know what would happen to the car and asked if I'd be interested. I said "sure" - not really expecting anything to come of it. Well...I was surprised when he called two days later and offered me the car - for the outstanding tow bill! I couldn't possibly resist this 2005 Crossfire in great shape with only 75k miles - for $1,500! I couldn't be more excited to clean, detail, and put this jewel back on the road! But first I've got a couple electric gremlins to address - I'll switch over to another forum for that. Thanks for keeping this valuable forum available!
Although a towing fee of $1500 is a lot but to purchase a Crossfire for that amount, its a steal.
Curious about the cars "Ownership Title"
Curious to know a little more about the owner who abandoned it to avoid towing fees etc.
What kind on Crossfire owner would do this ??
Did the impound yard have possession of the "Car Title" to sell you the car ??
Interesting story and I wish you well working through the issues you are having but for only $1500 ya definitely got a deal !!
Although a towing fee of $1500 is a lot but to purchase a Crossfire for that amount, its a steal. ABSOLUTELY I feel like I stole it!
Curious about the cars "Ownership Title" The tow company had a LIEN TITLE on the car. I took it to DMV and now have in hand a clean title and registration.
Curious to know a little more about the owner who abandoned it to avoid towing fees etc. My attempts to contact the old owner have proved fruitless.
What kind on Crossfire owner would do this ?? ???
Did the impound yard have possession of the "Car Title" to sell you the car ?? The tow company had a LIEN TITLE on the car. I took it to DMV and now have in hand a clean title and registration.
Interesting story and I wish you well working through the issues you are having but for only $1500 ya definitely got a deal !! Yeah great deal on a great looking car. Might need a new SKREEM - but still a great deal!
Thanks for the support! Mike
That wing on the back looks like a STARTECH version of the Chrysler Crossfire. When you open the door what does it say on the bottom door jam? Does the engine cover say STARTECH 6.1?
New guy, new 2005 limited!
Congrats on your "NEW" car. That's a great story about getting it for a low low price.
