Used 2005 Chrysler Crossfire Coupe Consumer Reviews
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Greatest Car
This is the greatest car I have ever owned. I have never been a Chrysler person but the Crossfire changed all of that. It has great punch and is just all around fun to drive. I would own another. The Service Department at El Dorado is the greatest.
2005 Crossfire Coupe Limited is AWESOME
I have owned my car since last year. I take it to a German auto shop since all the parts are Mercedes Benz. It has only needed oil changes. Mine has only 34,000km, not miles, on it...so about 20,000 miles. Not only is it fun to drive but I get compliments on it wherever I go. People want to know what it is! I think Chrysler/Daimler made a big mistake when they quit making these cars, but on the other hand, mine is or will be a collector car. It is in excellent condition and it is better looking and faster than anything on the road. It was made in Germany and can do the autobahn with speed and agility. I'd buy two of these cute cars if I could afford to. They are great cars! Good on gas too.
- Limited CoupeMSRP: $6,95020 mi away
- SRT-6 CoupeMSRP: $9,98837 mi away
- Limited ConvertibleMSRP: $10,211417 mi away
I love this car!!!
For the pice this has been a dependable Gunnar to drive. Nothing ever goes wrong with it. It is very peppy, handles well and gets folks to look at you when you drive by. Oil changes are a little high, but you only need to get one or two per year. I would recommend this car to any that are looking for a reasonably priced "fun" car that will cost little in maintenance
First Car
Looking for a low cost third vehicle...yes I am now father of the year. 2005 Coupe limited with 59,000 miles, $6800. Awesome car...very practical...yes practical... 90% of the time I am driving a $60,000 truck to work...when I can drive this baby... Love the car...28 MPG...quick...not fast... very sweet. ride.
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So/So
It's a great car if all you want to do is look at it. Yipes is it expensive to drive. Before buying check on price of oil-change and tire replacement. The 19 inchers in the rear are not only hard to find, but will require you to get a second job to pay for replacements. It's an ego booster to have the kid at the drive-thru say "cool car," but you pay for the opportunity. Make sure your local dealer knows how fix them. When I bought mine the salesman didn't even know how to get it in reverse!
Exotic European GT, Hyundai price...
My Sapphire Blue coupe had just come off its 1-year lease when I purchased it. It had 9,500 miles and cost $20,650. I drove it home to Texas from Miami, averaging about 27 MPG and 80 MPH. On the deserted Everglades Tollway I ran it up to 148 before shutting down. If I had another mile of road it would have broken 150. Stable as an arrow, and the delightfully furious muted exhaust tone was music in my ears. I have enjoyed every moment I've spent in the car. It is the closest I will ever come to a '62 Ferrari 250 SWB Berlinetta in this life. Maybe this is close enough...
Love it
I've had a BMW Z3, which was a blast to drive. The Crossfire is not at the same level as the Z3, but it is great fun, and such an unique design. Definitely NOT just another boring plain vanilla that makes up the bulk of cars on the road. Plus, because the basic chassis & engine is from Mercedes (when they were still married to Chrysler), it drives solid as can be. Wife likes the auto transmission, and I love the fact that I can use it as a manual whenever I want to. And the "trunk" is way bigger than most roadsters out there.
my crossfire is sick
I purchased this car in May with 7500 miles on it. Started having shifting problems right away, seal in the transmission was replaced. It has 11,500 miles currently. Takes avg of 6 seconds to start on a cold (below 45 degree). They cannot fix it because it does not give them a "code". I will trade this vehicle in. I will not pay for a car 6 years with unfixable problems this early!!!!
SRT is a sleeper
Crossfire SRT - Awesome. Just change the pulley right in front, increase the air flow a bit, hook it up to a laptop to change a few parameters and you'll be pushing 390 horses and 200 mph in a flash. And the car will handle like its doing 50 mph. That's 4.8, 0 -60. Low 13's in the quarter. So for around $1,500.00 for software mods, parts and labor you're running in a class with Porsche, Maserratti and Aston martins and you're looking' better than the Porsche. That's not a bad deal.
Crossfire
Nothing but problems, from water leaks to electrical malfunctions. Also braking and acceleration problems. Seeing to the rear very diffcult. Needs a wiper blade for rear window.
who needs a girlfriend.
the first time i saw this beuaty i had to have one,and that is before i drove it.when i did drive it,i loved it even more great handleing and performance,and the looks you get while driving it.i am a tall guy 6/2 its tough to get in but once your in it is very comfortable.i think in time this car will be a classic,my previous car was a 1987 corvette convertible in my opinion the vette may have been faster but i,ll take my black coupe anyday.like the title says who needs a girlfriend im in love with my car, the design on this soon to be classic isno less than awesome.
Outstanding Car....
This is an outstanding, but underrated car. Of course the positive side to this is the fact there are not many on the road, so you don't see yourself coming and going. 5800 miles, no squeaks, rattles or other problems. One trip to the dealer for an early oil change ($24.00 with my oil). Just bought the extended bumper to bumper warranty from Chrysler for 7/100,000 miles. This is a keeper!!
Love the Attention and comments
Another headturning Design from Chrysler. Sure there are plenty of other sport coupe with more HP. But this is plenty (215), I have no problem what so ever passing, merging, and just pure flying. For a two door sports coupe the hatch actually has alot of space for luggage (which incidently come with the vehicle), it's not a suv and doesnt try to be. Please... its me and my sun glasses just trying to find some open road with out all those moving walls (suvs).
Rear view restriction
The design of the rear window and or either back side window is limited because of their narrowness. When making a left turn the driver has to reach back over his shoulder and strain for a clearance view of on coming traffic. Also in parking lots the visual is greatly restricted and one must be careful in backing up.
No Wires Crossed
The Crossfire is a wonderful blend of sports car and sports coupe. The performance is very good with ride and handling being in the firm and controlable area. The styling is well... you either like it or you do not. I am constantly getting inquiries and thumbs up from folks on the road and in parking situations. The 6 speed manual is fun to drive and the gearbox is very nice. I have about 11000 mile on the car now and have not had a single issue or problem. So I would rate the build quality as excellent. I have added a clear shield aftermarket bra to the front of the car to stop rock dings. Downside of the car is when you are backing out of a parking place. Vision is limited.
Good For What it is
For the price and what you get, this is hands down the best-bargain 2 seater luxury coupe on the market. For $26,000 or less you get a mercedes in mercedes clothing. You will either love or hate this car. I love it. You might too. Definitely take it for a test drive. Warning: More likely than not, you'll end up buying the car after the test- drive.
A sportcar at last
Purchased car in Aug 2008 in new condition. Had 16000 on it. It is graphite gray metallic outside, interior is salmon and gray leather two tone, has designer signed sunvisor from germany, with certification. Just installed two air intake pipes in lieu of regular air filters. Talk about tone and speed it made a tremendous difference. It's awesome, love it. Should have bought something like this years ago but have it now.
Bang for the Buck
One of the biggest complaints about this car has been a result of the competition which surrounds it in that mid $30,000 price bracket. You have BMW coupes, the 350Z, the G35 coupe, the S2000, to name a few. And those cars are phenomenal in their own rights. But I got my Crossfire for about $20,000, and it wasn't even a year old. And be fair, which of these cars looks the most exotic? I think that as good as the other cars look, the Crossfire is in a different class. And it is fast enough. The Mercedes 3.2L motor that's under the hood is low on BHP, but it has a fat torque curve that really starts stomping at 3000 rpms. 6.1 0-60 seems good. And the exhaust note!
great car
have had 2 corvettes . they may be quicker but no where near the quality of this crossfire . get fantastic mileage on the hwy and around town . this was chryslers hidden secret . what do you need more speed for this is the usa no audoban here . very cofortable and very quick . didn't have to pay over 40 thou to pass everything except a gas station .really fun car will keep minr forever until it becomes a collector . then you can all eat your heart out . no need for more speed her have more than enough . chrysler should make more of these
Who needs a Nissan Z?????
I must say, Chrysler has outdone themselves. I have owned 2 different Chryslers before and had so many of the lot problems before, so I took a chance this time around. And I am still grining from ear to ear about it. This baby is fast, smooth, roomy, and even gets decent MPG. So far I have averaged around 17-18 city, and a solid 28 on the highway. Man, this is one car I pray Chrysler does not drop. They're sitting on vehicle gold here. Look out Z owners, Civic SI, s2ooo's, and mustangs. I am comming up fast with this baby!!!
One of the chosen few...
I wanted to own a Crossfire form the first time I saw one. Detroit, this is what Americans want! Event hough the car is on a Benz chassis, one look screams american. The sloped boat tail with the huge rear fenders look like a body builders sholders. The long nose and grooved hood is the cooless! The spine that follows the entire length fo the car (inside & out) is just like the early Stingray, minus the split window. I am a young hard working man, and when I am behind the wheel and middle aged men in Porsches & Benz's give me the thumbs up, I feel like a menber of the "club". Thank you, Chrysler, for this wondeful car.
Fun Ride
Great car to drive, but expensive to own. Tires don't last long and are very expensive as are the oil changes. My daily commute is 120 miles round trip. Have owned for less than a year and now need lifters and rockers replaced at only 53,000. Hoping that the dealership has a qualified and experienced tech to do the job. Still under warranty -- thank goodness!
Attention!
I love my Crossfire. It is one awesome car. I am so happy with it. I had a BMW Z3 while I bought the Crossfire. I have had three back surgeries. I think it is very comfortable. I am actually glad I bought it. I like the attention too. It is good to be different. I think it looks better than the SLK. Everyone has the SLK. Not a lot of people have the Crossfire.
2005 Chrysler Crossfire
Nice car, fun to drive. Great fuel economy for a v6. Oil changes cost a lot and premium fuel required. Handling is awesome and great safety features like ESP TMS BAS.
Stevie Ray Vaughan would love this car
Caught in the Crossfire... those words have been playing repeatedly along with the heavily blues laden guitar riffs of the great Stevie Ray Vaughan. I bought this car to replace a well worn Toyota Highlander. I wanted something fun to drive and a C5 or C6 Corvette was just out of range for my cash on hand. I happily stumbled across a 2004 Crossfire in Amethyst Silver metallic and fell in love immediately. She used to be somebody's baby, and was turned out of her warm garage into the harsh desert sun for unknown shortcomings. They must have just fallen out of love, hey, it happens. She was dirty, her boot filled with the random flotsam and jetsam of life including uncashed checks and dirty socks. A few hours of derailed cleaning, a good scrubbing, and she was shining like a diamond in a goats ass. She just needed someone to love her again and she has responded accordingly. This car is truly a blast to drive. The 6 speed transmission is easy to work, clutch throw and pressure are exactly right on and the cockpit is laid out finer than your church clothes on a Saturday night. It is my first German car I have ever owned and it just makes sense, frightening really how much it makes sense. The only drawback I have discovered this far is my golf clubs do not fit in the boot. I have not come up with a solution, I'm considering building a small trailer that looks like mini Crossfire that would hold my clubs, cool and functional. I am averaging 25.8 mpg with the a/c on full blast, and a couple of quick jaunts at just over the speed limit. I do recommend using the cruise control on the highway, it is way too easy to lose yourself in the guitar riffs coming out of the speakers and allow your right foot to rest heavily on the responsive accelerator. Day by day,night after night, Blinded by the neon lights. Hurry here, hustlin' there, No one's got the time to spare. Money's tight, nothin' free, Won't somebody come and rescue me? I am stranded, caught in the crossfire Stranded, caught in the crossfire. Tooth for tooth, eye for an eye. Sell your soul just to buy, buy, buy. Beggin' a dollar, stealin' a dime, Come on can't you see that I I am stranded ,caught in the crossfire I am stranded, caught in the crossfire. I need some kind of kindness, some kind of sympathy oh, no We're stranded, caught in the crossfire Save the strong lose the weak, Never turning the other cheek. Trust nobody don't be no fool, Whatever happened to the golden rule? We got stranded, caught in the crossfire We got stranded, caught in the crossfire We got stranded, caught in the crossfire
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Peter crossfire
Love it, great handling can outcorner just about anything, few small electronics faults, but easily fixed by me , very unrated car, get one and see
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Cross country drive!
Great car to drive! But, I get challenged by every teenager with a grand prix at every light. The cup holder and some of the other interior are a bit cheeply made. I bought it and drove from MI to CA and loved the drive. That drive through the mountains was fantastic!!If the interior had some better quality I would give it a 10 across the board! ( with a bit more under the hood) V8 in the near future?
Crossfire is little known gem
I just got a 2005 Limited Coupe after searching car dealers for 6 months for the "right car". I looked at BMW 3 Series Coupe, Mini Cooper S Conv, Caddy CTS, Corvette, G35 Coupe, 350Z and Boxster. With the rebates, the Crossfire had the right mix of price, comfort, sporty (always wanted a 2 seater), insurance cost, gas mileage, power and off course, handling. It gets almost as many looks and questions as my PT Cruiser did when it was new. The car rides great, my wife and I actually slept in the passenger's side during our trip to Florida when we switched off driving. The crisp handling saved our life by avoiding a vehicle that cut in front of us on interstate road construction.
Expensive fun
Gets lots of attention on the road but for a price! Fuel/oil costs are significant for such a small car. Warranty work is a bit of a hassle since most small-town dealerships don't see enough of them to be able to easily solve problems. Negotiate tough...this is not a car that everyone wants.
Mover and Shaker
I have the SRT6 version but couldnt find another way to post. Due to the power to weigh ratio, this is one of the fastest cars on the road without paying 85k. Supercharger awakenings the 3.2 from Mercedes. Destroys anything under 85k and some over that price. Interior a little cramped and gas mileage is not great but who cares, this car is an animal. Great second car. A cruising speeds very docile but with just a hint of gas and your going over 100mph. Great car
Fun to drive
This car is a eye turner, and it performs just as good as it looks. The cup holder is a waste, needs a better location
Watch out
I love my CrossFire, but it has been in the shop four times now for the transmission. It pops out of first gear. Not all the time, about every 100-200 miles it will just pop out. Everytime I take it in, the dealership try's to tinker with something else. IT would be easier to just replace the transmission. Now im' told "Star" has no more sugestions since there unable to duplicate the problem. So I paid $39k for a car that pops out of gear. All I can do now is take legal action for Chrysler to fix/replace/buy back the car. If you have a choice, buy the automatic. I know it's not as much fun. I plan on buying an automatic once this gets resolved.
Great Car - But WAY Single Focus
If you're married, over 40, have arthritis, have kids, or ever buy anything at a mall - you should probably just forget this car. I am actually quite shocked how sharp and unforgiving a blade this car is for a CHRYSLER product!!! Expansion joints in my neighbourhood cause the CD to skip. Getting into the car is best left to 18 year olds whose joints are still made out of rubber bands. All that being said, this car actually generates more envy and loathing and stares than my 1987 Lemonengelb (lemon yellow) Porsche 944S did. I love it beyond measure!!!
Car Of My Teenage Dreams
I can recall reading Road & Track as a teenager when I was supposed to be doing homework; all I wanted in life was one of those beautiful touring cars. I have gone through my share of economy, functional, mini-van types and finally I have my car of my 14 year old dreams. Chiropracters should thank all of us for the way for the way it twists necks. I had a Porsche driver pull next to me on the highway and give me/it a thumbs up! I love everything about it, acceleration, comfort, handling and particularly styling. I had to wait until I was 65, but it was worth the wait!
Fantastic Purchase
I was concerned when buying this car about the space issue, being 6'2, but I found that since I drive by myself, it hasn't been a problem. I love the way the car looks and even getting compliments in car crazy LA. The performance is more than adequate for city driving, and the car feels like a tank on the freeways. The seats in the car are superb, and the stereo begs to be turned up even louder. The manual tranny is very slick, despite reading negative reviews from various sources. I haven't put too many miles on the car yet, but with a tick over 4,000, the car feels very solid, no rattles or issues. The air conditioning works extremely well, and the heated seats are a nice touch!
Sweeeet Ride
Awesome car from a first impression standpoint, as well as from a quality ride. Great modern appointments on the interior, reasonable trunk space (under hatchback) and my Limited Edition even comes with luggage! Daimler really set the bar high for this collaboration. A real pleaser - through and through.
Better than my Porsches
Believe it, I have owned three Porsche 911's and this Crossfire has garnered more looks, great questions,and more enthusiasm than any car I have previously driven. Even in car crazy Los Angeles. The build quality from the Karmann works is excellent. The driving experience is just right and the kids and grownups keep staring.
Dream Car
I simply can't tell you how much I enjoy my Crossfire. It's a peppy car with classic looks and really makes driving a pleasure. It's fun to turn heads when I drive past them. Especially nice is the automatic spoiler which raises around 65 mph and lowers at about 35 mph. I have the silver blue model and it's a charm.
Fun!
I really enjoy the car.It has all the power necessary, makes great noises,and has very comfortable seats. I am amazed by the gas mileage. I get 26mph in a mix of city and highway on 87 octane. I think a little more money spent on shocks would be well spent.They are a little more harsh than they need to be. The steering is also not up to normal German standards but all in all a great car for not a lot of money.
Love It
It was my dream car and luckily I was patient & was able to purchase exactly what I wanted! Very fun car to drive. People can't keep their eyes off of it. Hopefully will upgrade to the SRT in a couple of years!
Stunner is Also Very Reliable
My 2004 Crossfire is both fun to drive and quite economical providing me with 26MPG and incredible performance. This two seater is also a head turner and I am constantly getting thumbs ups and questions about the car. The Crossfire is built at the Karman plan by Mercedes and sold in the USA by Chrysler. The six speed manual is crisp and short throw make it a joy to drive. The brakes are excellent.
driving experience
fun driving machine.draws attention to styling.handles great on corners.recommend highly
CROSSFIRES ARE GREAT!!
This is my wife's car and she loves it!! Can't sell it, she won't let me. I think it will be a long term collectors car. Low volume , great style! We have owned the car for 16 years. Love it. Wifie gets stopped all the time and people tell her how cute the car is. It's a keeper!
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Classy
Love it!! Owned 3 Z's but this one tops them all. Classy, Sharp and a Lot of Fun to drive. Feel very safe even though it is small. The luggage is nice too.
This is it!
I have owned this car for 8 months and it has been a blast to drive. It has great torque and HP. It's all you need to have to enjoy this size car. It is not a muscle car but a sports car and can it handle, it is glued to the road. The quality is German it shows everywhere the fit of pats and the even lines, look under the hood everything is well laid out and uniform.This car turns heads at every intersction.
Great Car
I love my crossfire!! It is so beautiful, I enjoy looking at it everytime I get in to drive it. The steering is ultra precise, the interior surfaces are cutting-edge, and the controls are thoughtfully placed! Not to mention the excellent brakes which have reacted well when I needed them to! Good Job Chrysler!
Second Childhood Fun, Fun, Fun!!!!!!
After reading about this "Spec" model at an auto show in early 2000 or so, I thought....if this ever comes to fruition, I must investigate!! Well, to make a long story short...It did. I investigated. I fell in love. The romance is still going strong!!! I am an older "cool" woman (as my Grandchildren call me) who has always had a love for cars that was instilled in me by my "sonless father"! I was very fortunate and at this point in my life having the time of my life with the Crossfire as a sidekick!! The biggest thrill is the manual handling...making me truly feel a "part" of the whole process. (The quick glances that come my way aren't so bad either!!!! I feel l9 again!!!!!!
SRT-6 Coupe - A Real Sleeper!!
I purchased my Graphite Metallic SRT-6 7 mos ago. The plan was to buy the SRT- 6, drive it for a couple of years until the price of a used Cayman S got within my range, then sell it and move into the Porsche. I really underestimated this car! Suspension, handling, acceleration, and build quality have all been tremendous. The more I drive it, the more impressed I am. I'm not clear why the SRT-6 hasn't gotten more positive press. I guess attention has been more focused on the new Vette and Cayman S. With the incentives available on the SRT-6, the price is below $40K, making the SRT-6 a bargain compared to similar performing 2 seat sports cars. Like the title says: A Real Sleeper!!
The best car decision I ever made.
This is my first sports car, and I am really glad I purchased this model. I have never had so many people stop me and talk about the car. Great performance on both winding roads and straight out on the highway. I now look forward to the long trips across Northern Nevada. Catch me if you can.
Fun,and more Fun!
Fun car to drive it feels like you are on rails glued to the road. Tires 18 inch in front and 19 in rear plus traction control and stability control a big plus. Can't wait to try it out in the mountains in West Virgina! The only complaint is the controls and the way they are laid out they could have done a better job! It is a head turner and if you like attention this is the car for you,every time I take it out it draws a crowd. Most people think it is a German or Japanese car. I love the car take one for a test drive and you will want one! Fun,Fun!