Hot on the heels of Ken I regret that I too have to report that I am a crossfire owner no more.

With Tony and I both working from home and rarely having much need for a vehicle we have decided that it is stupid to have 2 cars any more. Our PT Cruiser is now 6 and showing a lot of wear and tear, last year £1100 for MOT due to major brake overhaul and this year £1300 due to steering rack being replaced plus a few other things. The chrome alloys are corroded inside so it needs 4 new wheels soon and will need tyres in the next 12 months.Too expensive for us to continue with it.

As for my crossfire it needs a service (2nd) at £277 quoted, tax is up in Sept as is insurance. As far as I know there are no defects with it that would cause expense but it is almost 4 years old and I worry about major parts failing over the next 2 years. The PT was faultless for 4 years and became expensive in year 5 onwards.

We were offered an excellent deal on a Sebring and will take delivery early next week. I got the Sebring free plus some cash and it has all the gizmos fitted including the fancy radio/sat nave/dvd player. It is 09 plate delivery miles only. No MOT for 3 years, warranty,breakdown cover and taxed for 12 months in the £215 band. The car suits our needs perfectly as it has a big boot for my luggage when we go away and I go shopping.

I really enjoyed coming to the meets and meeting up with you great folks we had some good times together. Adios Amigos.

Jean & Tony

 

Hi Mogsta
Sorry to hear your moving on from the Crossfire, but I can see where your coming from....I just hope I haven't started a downward spiral.

Keep an eye on the Crossfire meets as us ex Crossfire owners are I'm told, always welcome, so perhaps we (as guests) will meet again.

Cheers

Ken.

 

I think it had been on my mind for a few months if I am honest. The recent events with the PT tipped the balance and Tony is always happy to save a few quid if he can!

I sincerely do hope that I will make it to a future event and see everyone again.

Jean

 

Hi Jean.

Another one bites the dust. I to was thinking of replacing mine a few weeks ago, but I'm much better now Good luck with the new motor. Keep in touch.

Jon & April.

 

Jean - sad to hear you have decided to change - but I hear the Sebring is a very nice car, you let us know how you get on with it! Good Luck!

 

Jean, sorry to hear your leaving this exclusive little gathering but hope the Sebring is as much fun to drive.

 

Have fun with the new car hope you stuck with a convertible ?

 

I feel somewhat saddened that there are people selling up. I understand the reasons, but it’s just sad to see people leave.

 

Hi Paul..Sold up yes, but leaving the forum...never. Hope to be around for a long time yet..plus Steve-UK still owes me a beer! .

UKKen.

 

Good point Ken - but it may be too long to wait untill Xmas, better get something arranged before then! (in any case, beer prices will have gone up by then)

 

Hi Mogsta,
I can see your reasoning, you are still in the Chrysler family though so I guess we wouldn't bar you from a Crossfire meeting if you wanted to turn up !