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Whatever happened to the drastic Sebring interior redesign we're supposed to get for 09? Anyone hear any news on it?
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By Roland Jones Associate editor MSNBC Time was when automakers would slap a wad of cash on a car’s hood to shift it off a dealer’s lot. These days, with gasoline prices climbing to new record highs almost daily, they’re slapping down a can of gas instead. With the summer driving season just around the corner, Chrysler recently launched its “Let’s Refuel America” program — an offer that caps the price of gasoline at $2.99 a gallon for three years for people who buy or lease new vehicles from the maker of Dodge and Jeep vehicles. The automaker, which was acquired last year by private equity firm Cerberus Capital Management for $7.4 billion, said this week that th…
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Motor Trend comparo vs GT500 Edmunds comparo vs Bullitt
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dont know if this has been posted yet i looked but didnt see anything. In the first few pages of this months muscle car review was information stating that the 5.7 R/T challengers will have 2 versions of the 5.7 a 370hp version for the auto and a 375 version for the 6sp. also in the mix is the 3.5 250hp for the SE. http://www.leftlanenews.com/dodge-challenger.html theres the back up info. -edit- got out my issue of muscle car review and it states that there will be a ram air hood, cold air intake, long tube headers, a custom after cat exhaust, crankshafts, and cams and heads for the hemis. suspension upgrades include coilovers, performance springs, and a strut…
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OK, so on a whim, I test-drove the Dodge Journey at my local (as in "across-the-street") Dodge dealership. Specs and options: - 3.5L V6. 6AT - MyGIG with video screen (also backup camera) - Only 5 seats (they didn't have a 7-seater on the lot) Interior impressions: - Decent interior, actually one of the best I've seen on recent Dodge offerings - Shifter has a weird downward angle... it's on an incline away from me instead of flat or toward me - Couldn't pull up the nav screen for some reason... I don't think the DVD was loaded, and so the option wasn't there... and just now, I realized that the LCD screen goes with the entertainment system and that the nav…
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Jeep Liberty could face recall: Government upgrades investigation into SUV
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Not sure how accurate this is...this Inside Line article claims that Chrysler will get a B-segment model from Nissan (I thought Chery was going to be their provider for a subcompact) and that the next-gen Titan will be a restyled Ram, for 2011. Interesting if this turns out to be true. Inside Line article on Chrysler, Nissan JV
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Ok, so these two are old, very old. The Backpack was a 1995 concept that was, frankly, cool. Almost useless (c'mon, a pickup with a 3ft bed?) but totally cool. Should have been produced just for the sake of producing it. The Expresso (wikipedia lists it as a Plymouth, the website the pics come from says its a Chrysler), on the other hand, should have had a coathanger abortion before the public could be subjected to it. Just a couple random Plymouth concepts from back in the day.
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See the Autoblog article for the other 5: http://www.autoblog.com/2008/04/08/mopar-o...-psychotic-six/
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Just for speculation and entertainment purposes, what would you like to see from Chrysler in the years to come? Although I am not supporting the idea, I will post my lineup based on the rumor that Chrysler = cars, Dodge = trucks, and Jeep = SUVs. Chrysler: Compact coupe and sedan, FWD, with 1.8L, 2.4L, 2.4L light-pressure and 2.4L high-pressure turbos. Direct injection on all gas engines. AWD available with the high-pressure turbo engine in an SRT-4 model for both bodystyles. Small diesel engine available. Hybrid model available. 6 speed manual and 6 speed conventional automatic transmissions. TSX/WRX competitor with American flavor. Compact hatch/wagon. Sa…
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check out her Compass pitch by selecting vehicle. Awful doesn't describe the shame involved. Linky: http://jeep.automobilemag.com/ *ttac scoop, sorry. Thought you guys would enjoy the ad (in a sadly comic way.)
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http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/bm/09journey.htm they should sell like hot cakes in Canada for that price. despite the interior
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Consumer reports ( Yeah I know ) list the 11 worst cars lin-up. Looks like Chrysler has there work cut out for them Jeep Wrangler Jeep Liberty Jeep Patriot Dodge Nitro Hummer H 3 Chevy Aveo Chevy Trailbrazer Toyota FJ Cruser Toyota Yaris Suzuki Forenza Mercury Marquis
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According to Stuart Schorr, Senior Manager of Sales, Service and Dealer Communications, Chrysler minivan sales may be down, but retail demand is actually stronger. His article in The Firehouse (blog) indicates that, compared with their long-wheelbase brethren, the Chrysler has increased retail sales by over 75%, while the Dodge has gone up over 25%. He wrote, "The total reduction in Chrysler minivan sales is solely because of planned fleet reductions and not any consumer trend. In fact consumers are demanding more minivans." The moderately popular and less-expensive short-wheelbase minivans were dropped when Chrysler and Dodge moved to their 2008 models. Source: Allpa…
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Just heard that Chysler will shut down for two weeks of production in June.................Writing on the wall ????
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Autoweek has a gallery up of the full line of Dodge Challengers. Here's a link to a pic of a blue V6 Challenger. Not bad atall, imo. My only problem is, no manual transmission with the 3.5L V6.
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I don't know if this has been confirmed or discussed much yet today but while I was going to the W.P. Chrysler Museum today, I got lost at the tech center. While we were trying to find the Museum again, we drove by a holding lot of their test cars I believe and what comes to my attention, a lime green Chery A1 sitting with all of the other Chryslers. However, I saw at least one or two more sitting there so Chrysler is indeed testing the possiblities. It doesn't appear they want to hide the car as there was no camo and and lime green stands out in a sea of silver and black cars. Also I saw a new Challenger today going north on I-75 between Squirrel road and Crooks Rd.
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Head over to Jalopnik for some spy photos of a Nitro SRT8. Chrysler can't seriously be thinking of bringing an SRT8-badged Dodge Nitro to market, can they? Well, if this latest batch of spy photos from the spy shooters at KGP are right, then they are. But they can't be! Seriously. It's inconceivable. We don't care where they found this manufacturer-plated madness (right outside of the Firehouse in downtown Detroit) or what it has slapped on the back (an SRT8 badge), but it's hard to argue with photographic evidence. We'll assume it's an engineer having a little bit of fun or perhaps another media outlet playing around with the cameras. Because seriously -- it's got to b…
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----------------------------- I'm not to keen on the decal package, but maybe it would look better in person. I would probably just leave it off. This color blue is awesome!!! Auction link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAP...em=260213483739
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For more info, please see http://www.leftlanenews.com/dodge-challenger.html
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You can tell they were passionate about this car. Chrysler should put this kind of passion into all of its cars, including the midsizers, but forget them for now, behold, the Challenger in action And to quote edmunds:
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Heres the link http://jalopnik.com/354292/the-dodge...-send-rd-funds
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http://www.autoblog.com/2008/02/11/chrysle...out-jeep-brand/
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A bit confusing, check this out: So what's what? Which is the actual production interiors?
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Source: http://www.wkjeeps.com/
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I actually saw a 2008 Caliber SRT4 today, and was reasonably impressed. I think it falls into the same category as the SRT4 based on the Neon for me, I don't "mind" the base vehicle, but the SRT4 package on either is almost a different car to me. It didn't seem outrageously expensive, just over the $25,000 mark, it was a heckuva "bang for the buck" deal for someone.... it was on a car lot but it was already sold. I wonder if it was an ordered car, it was the first one I have ever seen. The hood wasn't just a single scoop in the middle, I thought the single hood scoop was what they were getting? Cool little interior too!
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and probably right around what dealer's will try to sell at http://www.dodge.com/en/experience/news/ar...llenger_auction
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from: http://www.autoblog.com/2008/01/13/wrong-w...chery-platform/ Summary: Demon will be built... on Chery FWD platform.
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Here is the latest from Autoblog on the Challangers price. Autoblog.com: One of our readers pointed us to this page over at Dodge's website that contradicted our earlier post about the 2008 Challenger SRT-8's pricing, which was originally announced at $37,995 (including the $675 destination charge). We realize that inflation is a cruel mistress, but a bump in the sticker to $40,095 left us scratching our heads. A few emails back and forth between the people at Chrysler revealed that the SRT-8 was slapped with a $2100 gas-guzzler penalty that accounted for the discrepancy in price. Not a real surprise considering the 425 hp 6.1-liter HEMI V8. As a comparison, however, t…
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Chrysler Ends Production of Two Models Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible Production Ends, With Dodge Magnum To Follow Shortly 01-04-2008 | Link to Original Article @ Edmunds AUBURN HILLS, Michigan — Chrysler told Inside Line on Friday that production of the Mexican-built Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible ended without any fanfare on December 21, while production of the Dodge Magnum is scheduled to stop in late March. "Production of the Dodge Magnum is scheduled to stop at the end of the first quarter," said Roger J. Benvenuti, Chrysler manager of manufacturing and labor communications, in an e-mail. In a later phone conversation, he said that there were no plans to ma…
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I was able to check out a Caravan as well as a Town & Country last week. For a more extensive review commenting on it's minivan values, see Empowah's thoughts on it, here. Starting off, I found the design to be decent; lacking, but not a complete turn off as certain other minivans are. The front ends are much more upright than the previous generation and is squared off. Proportionally, the Caravan's fascia is more even, and certainly better looking, than the T&C's with its large grill. The headlights of both are more horizontal and angular, as well as being the most unique from each other, than before. The midsection of the body and greenhouse is probably the cl…
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Cerberus Spins Nardelli’s Bankruptcy Talk Turning around Chrysler could be biggest challenge. by Joseph Szczesny (2007-12-24) Link to original story on TCC Cerberus Capital Management LLC had to discard one of its principal operating principles Friday as it scrambled to repair the damage done by some loose talk by chief executive Robert Nardelli. The private equity fund, which acquired Chrysler from Daimler only last summer, had to issue a rare public statement, re-emphasizing its confidence in Chrysler LLC's future after Robert Nardelli indicated he believed the automaker was "operationally" bankrupt. "We remain extremely enthusiastic about our investment in …
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Saw some pics and I thought it was a very nice looking vehicle. Also read that they may not go ahaed and make it. Anybody know for sure? Clean lines and Dodge could use a new product with some style...
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Four-Door Wrangler Sizzles SUV accounts for 82% of Ohio plant's output By BRADFOR WERLNE | Link to Original Article @ AutoWeek | Published 07/16/07, 10:32 am et TOLEDO, Ohio -- The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited four-door has gone from hot to hotter. The Chrysler group's Toledo Supplier Park is cranking out 600 vehicles per day. Of those, 82 percent are four-door Unlimiteds and 18 percent are two-door units. Earlier Chrysler reported the mix was about 60 percent four-door and 40 percent two-door. The four-door Wrangler is available in hard- and soft-top versions. "Demand for the hardtop four-door is much higher than we expected," said Cynthia Sidoti, Toledo Supplier Park…
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Has anyone heard anything? Been awfully quiet for a while now.
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Over at Car Domain there are pics and video of a 2008? Cuda at the SEMA 2007 show. Totally retro but freakin cool ! Shaker and all....
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Here is what info Dodge released and was posted on Autoblog As we revealed a few days ago, the first Dodge Challengers to go on sale will only be 2008 SRT8 models. Today we've learned that those 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8s will carry an MSRP of $37,995 (including $675 for destination) and that dealers will begin taking orders for them as early as December 3rd. That's next Monday, people. If you were expecting to have the whole month of December to convince your domestic partner that a Challenger is much more important than Christmas presents, the deadline for that convincing argument has just been moved up. The 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 will be available in three co…
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Here's a snippet from Allpar, looks like the Phoenix engines are indeed slated for the Challenger when they become available... http://www.allpar.com/cars/dodge/challenger.html
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http://www.windingroadonline.com/windingro...00711/?folio=39
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AutoBlog Link Chrysler has released sketches today of three eco-minded concepts it will be unveiling at the 2008 Detroit Auto Show in January, and the first we'll tell you about is the Chrysler ecoVoyager Concept. The ecoVoyager Concept appears to be a series hybrid, much like the Chevy Volt or Ford Airstream Concept, that uses a lithium-ion battery pack for jaunts of 40 miles or less and a hydrogen fuel-cell range extender to reach distances up to 300 miles away. Power is expected to be in the range of 200 kW total, which Chrysler claims is good for reach 60 mph in around eight seconds. The exterior features an extreme cab forward design creating an arch profile with f…
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Former Toyota USA President Jim Press Never Owned A Toyota Or Lexus The Chrysler media blog's got an interview with the new Vice-Chairman of "The New Chrysler," Jim Press. Much of it's a nice little flufferview of the guy who until being snagged by Cerberus, spent thirty years at Toyota, eventually becoming President of Toyota USA and the only non-Japanese ToMoCo board member. Still, at the end of the interview was a little blurb that stood out as shockingly note-worthy: "Press has always loved cars. He built his first go-cart at age seven, got his first car when he was 12. At age 13, he started washing cars at his family's dealership in Kansas. But he said he never …
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For Chrysler's sake, I hope someone wises up...this just has "bad idea" spelled all over it. The only part that doesn't sound to bad is Jeep selling the company's SUVs only...I could see that. But getting rid of Dodge cars...are they frickin' nuts? http://www.autosavant.net/2007/11/chrysler...nd-changes.html
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Article and more images here: http://jalopnik.com/cars/new-cars/2009-dod...sses-293422.php
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First Glimpse: 2008 Dodge Challenger Link to Original Post @ Ontario Street Car The wheels and grille have been altered from the concept. An inch has been added to the rear bumper to meet federal standards. Yes, Virginia, it does have a B-pillar. The Challenger debuts in March as a 2008 model with a limited production run. Only 5500 will be built for the first year, all SRT-8s with six-speed automatics. 2009 model year production begins in July, 2008 with a full range of engines - 3.5l V6, 5.7l, and 6.1l Hemi V8s - and a choice of the aforementioned 6-speed automatic or 6-speed T-56 manual.
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Chrysler set to ax models Up to 5 that compete with other company vehicles are likely to go October 17, 2007 | BY TIM HIGGINS | Link to Original Article @ Detroit Free Press Chrysler LLC could cut as many as five nameplates within the month as part of its quick and dramatic makeover as a newly private company. It's "highly likely" Chrysler's top brass will approve plans to kill vehicles this month, a person familiar with the situation told the Free Press. About five vehicles are being considered for elimination, but the source would not reveal which ones. The boardroom drama could help explain why the UAW was unable to win the same sort of future-product guarantees i…
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Well according to Autoblog these vehicles are going away very shortly, the next round may include the Commander. I personally love the Magnum wagon, especially in SRT form. I think the Pacifica is a great vehicle, why didn't they market it as a crossover or give it the subtle makeover it needs? I guess we will never find out. http://www.autoblog.com/2007/10/31/chrysle...ifica-pt-cruis/
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I realize you guys couldn't give credit where a pentastar is on the fender, it's like pulling teeth out of an alligator on this forum. I still wonder, what do you think of the "1999 Charger" concept car? It's almost 10 years old now as far as design goes, but it would STILL sell like hotcakes on looks alone IMO..?
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Dealers finally feel heard at Chrysler By Sharon Silke Carty, USA TODAY link to Original Article Chrysler dealers are "more optimistic than we've been in the last 20 years," says John Schenden, who owns Pro Chrysler Jeep in Denver and serves as a spokesman for dealers. Chrysler dealers have a new outlook about their business, an emotion many say they haven't faced in decades: optimism. With new leadership in place — including Jim Press, a former top Toyota executive — struggling Chrysler is set to make a rapid recovery, dealers say. They're even embracing the idea that Chrysler has to reduce its number of dealers and offer fewer models, moves that in the past…
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Stock photo from SEMA Vegas.....not the Lapeer testing. Two Dodge Challengers Dragging It Up At Lapeer, MI Dragway? We just got the following unconfirmed tip: "There's a rumor going 'round work here that two new Challengers were up at Lapeer (MI) dragway this week. I can't confirm that part (but am trying) but I do know one of the lead engineers (chief?) lives in Metamora, the next town south. BTW, and unconfirmed also, but they reportedly were turning 12s." Anyone know anything else 'bout it -- like for instance, is it true? (Hat tip to Sean!) Link: http://jalopnik.com/cars/new-cars/two-dodg...gway-313101.php ------------------------- Sounds about ri…
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Just want to make sure you don't all think I love anything with a MoPar badge.... here's my LEAST favorite concepts that have came out over the last few years. Truck- never liked this, and when it was rumored to be the 2002 Dodge truck replacement I almost gagged..... Car- I think this styling concept was the worst of the worst for the Pentastar boys as of late......
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Edmunds Article: http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=123040 I like how this sounds!! Say NO to China!!
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Chrysler will cut 4Q production Press says automaker to purge vehicles, invest in new products David Shepardson | The Detroit News LAS VEGAS -- Chrysler LLC's top product strategist on Wednesday said the automaker will deepen production cuts in the fourth quarter while pumping $3 billion into developing new products. In a candid assessment of Chrysler's product woes, Vice Chairman Jim Press outlined plans to turn around the automaker's lagging sales during a dealer event to showcase new vehicles. The company's market share outside of North America "rounds to zero," he said. "It can't go down. It will go up." Press said Chrysler has been building vehicles customers d…
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Extreme Makeover: The 200-mph Edition 600-hp 8.4-liter V10 6-speed manual transmission Michelin Pilot Sport Cup PS2 tires 4-piston brake calipers 0-60 in 3.7 seconds Quarter-mile disappears in 11.8 seconds at 125.3 mph As tested .99 G on skipad (claimed 1.05 G's) 13/22 mpg Improved ride and handling http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drive...otopanel..1.*#2
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UAW goes on strike at Chrysler Bill Vlasic | Link to Original Article @ The Detroit News DETROIT -- The United Auto Workers launched a strike against Chrysler LLC this morning after all-night negotiations failed to produce a tentative agreement on a new labor contract. UAW members took to the picket lines at Chrysler plants in the second walkout against one of Detroit's Big Three during this year's contract talks. Bargainers for Chrysler and the UAW worked through the night in a marathon session at the company's headquarters in Auburn Hills, but were unable to agree on critical issues of job security and health-care funding. There was no immediate comment from Chrys…
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Chrysler, UAW talks heat up Negotiations over labor contract progress as United Auto Workers union gives notice of potential strike. October 8 2007: 3:51 AM EDT DETROIT (AP) -- The United Auto Workers put Chrysler LLC on notice that a strike is possible if contract talks stall, a person briefed on the talks said, but a labor expert said the union's action could be a bargaining tactic. The union on Sunday gave Chrysler a 72-hour notice of a potential strike, the person said, but it was unclear exactly whether the notice would end on Tuesday or Wednesday. Bargainers working in committees made progress during the weekend but still have much work to do on difficult…
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Auction link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Dodge-Chall...QsspagenameZWVW Specifications: Model / Sub Model: Dodge Challenger SRT8 Year: 2008 VIN / Limited production: TBD / #2 out of a Limited Production Special Feature: Vehicle will arrive with a limited-edition numbered dash plaque indicating build No 2. Number of Miles: New Exterior Color: HEMI Orange Exterior with hood stripes Interior Color: Not yet announced Number of Cylinders: 6.1L HEMI V8 Transmission: 5-speed automatic transmission with Autostick® Number of Doors: 2 Condition: New Warranty Specifics: A vehicle warranty as available on other Dodge cars will be available on date of delivery. Condit…
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MSNBC - Newsweek Business - commentary Can Chrysler Turn Itself Around? With a new management team in place, the automaker is primed for change. And some of its big-gulp SUVs appear destined to become roadkill. WEB-EXCLUSIVE COMMENTARY By Keith Naughton Sept. 12, 2007 - Bob Nardelli prowled the stage of the Detroit Athletic Club like a caged animal. Made famous by Michael Moore's documentary "Roger & Me," this was the same fusty, old venue that ejected Moore as he hunted down then GM chairman Roger Smith. But last Friday, all eyes were focused on Nardelli. The new 59-year-old CEO of Chrysler was out to show that he'd brought some of the intensity he learned as …
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First Look: 2008 Chrysler 300 A Classic with Stunning Design, Exhilarating Performance and Sophisticated Interior Auburn Hills, Mich., Sep 1, 2007 - Loaded with premium features, stunning Chrysler design, fuel-saving technology and abundant standard safety features, the 2008 Chrysler 300 continues to make everything else on the road seem ordinary. The dramatic exterior design of the Chrysler 300 has been refreshed for 2008 with minor changes to the front and rear fascias and tailamps and a new rear deck lid that incorporates an SRT-inspired integrated spoiler and relocated high-mounted stop light. However, the classic proportions of long hood, short deck and dramatic p…
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http://www.thecarconnection.com/Vehicle_Re...070921&pg=1 A really nice review and about 95% positive. Only sticky area would be the 4 speed transmission.
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Rumors are afloat that Mother Mopar wants to but Jaguar and Land Rover from Ford. ????????? Whats the dirt on this
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Alysha Webb Automotive News September 17, 2007 - 12:01 am EST SHANGHAI — Chrysler LLC could not have made a better choice to head its Asia operations than Phil Murtaugh. He is widely respected, has many years of China experience and played a major role in making General Motors a success in China. But Chrysler management in Detroit will have to give him free rein to operate. GM made a big mistake a couple of years ago when it diluted Murtaugh's decision-making authority. Chrysler also will have to give him some help in the form of the right models to sell. During his long run as GM's top man in China, which began in 1996, Murtaugh demonstrated a deep under…
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over lunch i popped into the chrysler dealer. peeked in and out at a new minivan just off the truck TERRIBLE! thing looks like humpty dumpty on the outside, but worse.... horrible interior! in just about every way. build quality sucks plastics quality sucks color scheme sucks control layout sucks design sucks ugh! chrysler really shot themselves in the foot. they killed their iconic model and took no care to replace it with an effort that would cement their standing as top dog. meh.
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The 2008 Dodge Challenger How GM Can Compete! Josh E. Oliver Cheers & Gears.com Exclusive C&G has your exclusive information on production plans for the 2008 Dodge Challenger. Sources tell us that the vehicle will begin production NEXT YEAR in 2007 as a 2008 model year vehicle. The Challenger which made it’s debut at this years NAIAS wowed the crowd and caused for a comparison to the muscle car era of the sixties. Chevrolet also introduced the highly anticipated Chevrolet Camaro concept which is rumored to be slated for production in 2008 as a 2009 model year vehicle. The Challenger will be produced in Brampton, Ontario along side the Chrysler 300C and D…
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Nardelli: Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep brands here to stay Josee Valcourt | Link to Original Article @ The Detroit News Chrysler LLC CEO Robert Nardelli said today that the automaker has no plans to drop any of the Chrysler, Dodge or Jeep brands, but hinted that some individual vehicles could be vulnerable. He didn't name specific models. Nardelli also said that parent company Cerberus Capital Management LLP will not be involved in the ongoing labor negotiations with the United Auto Workers. His comments came in a speech to the Automotive Press Association in Detroit, his first major public appearance since being named chairman and CEO of Chrysler early last month. Bargain…
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Article Toyota's Press goes to Chrysler Former head of Toyota North America hired to be vice-chairman and president, sharing the titles with Tom LaSorda. By Peter Valdes-Dapena, CNNMoney.com staff writer September 6 2007: 9:50 AM EDT NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- James Press, the former head of Toyota's North American operations, has been hired by Chrysler. He will share the titles of Vice Chairman and President with former Chrysler chief executive Tom LaSorda. "Tom LaSorda and I are thrilled that one of the most successful executives in the history of the auto industry has joined our leadership team at the New Chrysler," said Chrysler CEO Robert Nardelli said in a pre…
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Chrysler considering dropping Mopar, Chrysler Transport Link to Original Article @ LeftLaneNews In an effort to get Chrysler's financial situation on the right track, the automaker has proposed dropping non-core assets in recent United Auto Worker contract talks. Chrysler has proposed shutting down or selling its high-performance parts division, Mopar, as well as Chrysler Transport, the division responsible for managing deliveries of supplies to Chrysler plants. According to Automotive News, the UAW opposes the divestments as Mopar and Chrysler Transport employ about 1,300 workers. It remains unclear if the divestments will remain as part of the final agreement.
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This one is for you DodgeFan. Have you seen this yet? http://www.allpar.com/mopar/47.html
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SOURCE: Leftlane News LINK: http://www.leftlanenews.com/dodge-jc49.html OK, this reminds me of a Jeep Grand Cherokee so far, not so good.... WHAT'S WITH THE DASH??!! It looks like a Dodge Caliber's rearranged and turned upside down! Strange!
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Seriously I don't get it. Dodge gets the Caliber on a pretty much all new chassis (I know it is shared w/ Mitus but they don't really count since they sell so few cars in the US). Jeep gets 2 versions of this chassis and yet the once highly successful and well selling PT/GT Cruisers are left rotting on the old Neon chassis. What gives? Is Chrysler getting advice from Ford?
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Talk about bang for the buck!! MSRP $ 22,995.00 285HP 265 lbs TQ. Saw a article at Autoblog. I think it's a bargain for what ya get. How does this stack up against the new HHR/SS price.
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Nardelli, Ex-Home Depot, In At Chrysler New CEO will take over, LaSorda president by Paul A. Eisenstein | (2007-08-06) | Link to Original Article @ TCC He's used to getting some big payouts, but just how much Chrysler's new CEO will be taking home from his assignment in Detroit is apparently going to remain a top secret. Declaring himself "very impressed" with what he's found at Chrysler, former General Electric and Home Depot executive Robert Nardelli met with reporters at the automaker's sprawling headquarters, in the suburb of Auburn Hills, on Monday. It marked the official change in ownership, as the private equity firm, Cerberus Capital Management, formally took…
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Chrysler rolls out special edition of PT Cruiser Josee Valcourt | Link to Original Article @ The Detroit News ROYAL OAK -- Chrysler today rolled out its newest special-edition PT Cruiser with design cues that pay tribute to the famous Sunset Boulevard. The latest edition, unveiled in the parking lot of Duggan's Irish Pub on Woodward Avenue, joins the Route 66 and Pacific Coast highway versions, which were launched the previous two years about the time of the Dream Cruise. The new PT Cruiser will hit the market this summer. Chrysler will produce 500 units of the 2008 Sunset Boulevard model, which will come in amber hue and will be accented in chrome. The manufacturer…
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Chery's U.S. car likely to cost $10,000 Analysts call initial quote of $7,000 too low Link to Original Article @ Detroit Free Press Chrysler is unlikely to roll out a $7,000 car when it brings the first Chery-made American-brand small car to the U.S. market in 2009, U.S. industry analysts said Thursday. Rather than hit the streets with an extremely cheap set of wheels, Chrysler and Chery will more likely beef up the Chery A1 to about $10,000 with features and content expected by American consumers. Shortly after the Chinese government gave the OK to a deal between the two automakers, Chrysler CEO Tom LaSorda said his company would begin selling cars made by Chery Aut…
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Man I would love to have one of these, I really hope this thing goes into production, and from the looks of it they may well be doing it. Thanks to Autoblog. http://www.autoblog.com/2007/08/15/spy-sho...caught-testing/
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I should know, I bought one! Sorry, couldn't resist! It really does cost $20,550...if you buy one in The Sims 2
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Out for testing: http://jalopnik.com/cars/spy-photos/2009-d...rome-288260.php
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Just got into one of these, silver, with all options except upgraded stereo and sunroof. Interior is cheap...perhaps not as bad as the early build Calibers, but not great. On my short ride from the yard to here, it seemed tight, no rattles (@10k) and the CVT seemed fine in town....I'm going to fill up the gas tank, get a read on mileage in mixed use and update you guys when I've had more seat time....
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http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/jm/...ysler_minis.htm
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Continue Reading @ Inside Line
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This is NOT a Chrysler drawing, it's just a cool rendering by a young talent that's floating around the internet, not sure if anybody has seen it.... It's being called an "SRT8 GTX", but it's got nothing to do with a possible production car that I know of....
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Well, it's an Eve rap video....but I can't believe there is a new Sebring in a rap video. Obviously Chrysler paid for this. I don't say that because I don't think the Sebring looks good, because it looks pretty sweet with the big rims in the video......I just can't believe a rapper put a $25K car in their video. The rims alone probably cost a quarter of that. Also, Eve is lookin pretty damn hot these days. The car is at the 1:55 mark. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJ1Y0U8hNYo
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http://www.autoblog.com/2007/07/26/breakin...train-warranty/
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After 9 years, Chrysler restores pentastar logo The Chrysler pentastar is back with a new look. Chrysler dusted the star off after nine years in mothballs during the automaker's marriage to Germany's Daimler-Benz. The symbol represents 85 years of Chrysler history and returns as the automaker embarks on a new chapter. The updated version encloses the five-pointed star. It will be used as a corporate logo but not in product ads or at dealerships.
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'New' Chrysler plans debut party Automaker, dealers to celebrate return to American ownership Christine Tierney | Link to Original Article @ The Detroit News Soon-to-be-single Chrysler is sending out invitations and party kits to its 3,700 dealers to celebrate its rebirth as an all-American company. Chrysler hasn't set the date but has told Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep dealers the big event is likely to take place between July 25 and Aug. 10, after DaimlerChrysler AG completes the sale of the Auburn Hills automaker to Cerberus Capital Management LLC. The new company, which will be called Chrysler Corp., also will reach out to consumers with bold TV, radio and print adver…
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Automotive News - Chrysler group dealers and their lawyers are girding for a fight over the company's threat to yank the franchises of 173 dealerships because of poor sales. A letter this month by J.W. Dimond, Chrysler's national dealer placement manager, said dealers could lose their franchises if they do not meet their "minimum sales responsibility" within 180 days. Most state franchise laws require automakers to give dealers 180 days to correct performance issues before franchises can be terminated. The minimum sales responsibility is a monthly sales target that Chrysler sets for each dealership. Chrysler uses several factors, such as area population and the proximi…
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Pic from wkjeeps.com Source: http://www.wkjeeps.com/
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http://money.cnn.com/2007/08/03/news/compa...dex.htm?cnn=yes It'd be hilarious if Cerebus defaulted and Daimler got control back
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2009 Jeep JT Concept This Skunkworks project could be the only way to get a pickup back in the Jeep lineup July 11, 2007 | BY ALISA PRIDDLE | Link to Original Article @ Car & Driver In the five years of Chrysler’s Mopar skunkworks program, where designers are given carte blanche with existing production vehicles, the biggest idea to make it into mainstream production is the Sky Slider full-length retractable canvas roof on the new 2008 Jeep Liberty. It hailed from the Liberator skunkworks project from almost three years ago. But the informal group of volunteers at the skunkworks could gain major credibility if the automaker decides to go ahead with the Jeep JT (J…
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Keep Careful Watch of Chery Chrysler will closely monitor quality of Chinese-built vehicles By BRADFORD WERNLE | Link to Original Article @ AutoWeek | Published 07/16/07, 10:51 am et DETROIT -- To ensure that China-built vehicles with Chrysler brands meet global quality standards, Chrysler personnel will be on the scene early and often during manufacturing and development. "We're very prepared to have a lot of people involved early in the process," Steven Landry, Chrysler's executive vice president for NAFTA sales, global marketing, service and parts, said Thursday, July 12, at a press event here. "We'd like to play in all the volume segments," Landry said. "With Ch…
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2008 T&C and Grand Caravan Pricing Chrysler Lowers Prices, Adds More All-new 2008 Minivans All-new 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan SE model offers consumers $2,070 better value than its predecessor at $1,950 lower U.S. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) All-new 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT model offers $2,015 more content at an MSRP that is $970 less than its predecessor All-new 2008 Chrysler Town & Country LX model offers an MSRP that is $3,585 lower than its predecessor with $400 of additional standard content All-new 2008 Chrysler Town & Country Touring offers $2,395 better value than its predecessor at an $835 lower MSRP than the outgoing model A…
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I work over in Auburn Hills near the Chrysler tech center, so it isn't very uncommon to see Chrysler vehicles around with camo on them. Well today coming back to work from lunch, I saw a silver Challenger with some camo on it going the other way. I quickly pulled a u turn in the middle of Opdyke and chased it down! So I finally catch up with him, and we pull up first to the light together. I was taking some pics on my camera phone and the guys inside didn't look too happy about it, but when I threw them a rev their expressions changed. The two guys in it both smiled, and I was like YEAH IM GONNA RACE THE CHALLENGER!! The light turned green, and we both rolled into the th…
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The old Chrysler logo is BACK! From Autoblog: In order to celebrate its new found freedom after being divorced from DaimlerChrysler AG, the newly minted Chrysler Corp. will ditch its current winged logo and return to the famous Pentastar logo. The Detroit Free Press is reporting that a senior executive has already emailed some Chrysler employees about the switch back to the old logo after learning about it in a meeting Monday night with veeps and senior management. In addition, the Pentastar will get a redesign to update its look. Apparently this email from a senior exec included a few interesting tidbits, including that Cerberus CEO Stephen Feinberg regrets naming…
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Yesterday I grabbed the paper off the front porch, normally I don't bother but this time I picked it up. On the front page read "Manzi car dealership closes" Link To Artcile Clark Chrysler in the next town bought them and will start selling Dodge vehicles in addition to Chrysler and Jeep. I was there the other day...nice place but while friendly, felt like it was forced friendliness. Long story short, this dealer has been part of the community for a long time, and has offered excellent and friendly service. I took my car car there for oil changes and the fuel pump gasket. I remember going there when I was younger when my parents needed a part for our cars. These w…
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