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I personally consider the 300C a joke and pathetic choice for "luxury". This is obviously not so. I have read in several car magazine articles (MotorTrend, C&D, R&T, etc) that the 300 is supposed to be a luxury car and alternate choice when it comes to more upscale brand models, such as Cadillac, Audi, and BMW. This "Chrysler" will never achieve the status quoeo fhte upscale brands. It cheaply attempts to be some "American Mercedes". Here are my list of complaints: 1. Great style, but wont last long---Yes, we love the looks of the 300 now, but just give it maybe three years down the road and you will see that it will become just another car as far as style is concerned. Besides, with it priced so affordably, you will have individuals that dont take care of their vehicles, neglect it... 2. Cheap interior---Even on the most expensive trim levels, the evidence of cost cutting is obvious. The materials on the upper areas of dash and doors are sadly, hard plastic. Leather seating areas, but loads of vinyl materials on on the rest of the seats. That headliner looks awful and is an eye sore. Carpeting is very thin and gives me feet tension from riding in it for more than 30 minutes. 3. Value--Yeah, great prices, but the depriciation will be catastrophic to owners...lol My aunt and uncle just purchased this vehicle with all the options and they think that it is just an amazing vehicle. I wont tell them, but it is a poor vehicle made by an unrespected maker. As for me, a Mercedes is built, engineered, drives, and handles miles better. You are instantly and genuinely reminded of what a true luxury car is (Mercedes E500). And the image of the Mercedes brand adds impact, respect to my image as a person of better class and taste. The Chrysler 300: Absolutely not. Its a joke. I work in an area in Dallas, Texas (Turtle Creek) where most of the folks (working professionals) drive mostly Bimmers, Porsches, Mercedes, and Jaguar. Imagine someone driving up in the 300C, lol...It doesnt belong in our world of finer things, even though it poses cheaply as a luxury car. My point: The 300C is a car for folks that want to pretend to have a real luxury cruiser. But cant afford it.
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Replying to: cdallen2004 (Dec 09, 2004 5:41 am) Best Regards, Shipo
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Replying to: shipo (Dec 09, 2004 6:31 am) When it comes to Mercedes and Ferrari makes vs. Chrysler brands, there are two kinds of people. The generic car owners who admire the upscale brands and wish they could afford the better car, then the upscale owners who are the objets of envy...they are the privileged few who are admired....lol |
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Replying to: cdallen2004 (Dec 09, 2004 7:02 am)  Best Regards, Shipo
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| hmmmm, isn't Mercedes a Chrysler brand? | |
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Well, as far as your perception of the 300C and comparing it to vehicles that cost 10K-20k more, you seem to be more concerned about "image" than anything esle. You praise MB as if it's the glorious, untouchable brand. Meanwhile, look at the reputation of MB and the realibility; it's hasn't gone up, just down. Audi.. another big disappointment. The only thing that's saving BMW is their customer service and their dealers, because their 'new' design models are barfable! You come in here trolling about the 300C. It's not the fact that people who own one can't afford a MB, Audi or BMW for that matter. I can get those vehicle without a problem. I already mentioned the reasons why I don't have one and BMW is just an overpriced brand, IMO. So back to Chrysler, just like any other brand, you take chances. Give me ample, comfortable space, performance, handling at a good price and I'll consider it. You act as if MB, Audi and BMW (or whoever else), started at the top. So now that other car manufacturers are trying to make it there, there's no chance for them. Go ahead and buy your "insert car here" you want; that's why there are other brands that tailor to your tastes. Since you're all about "image" and how people will look at you by what you drive, think about it when you're sitting at the service dept or even better, when the person next to you is driving a 300C and shows alittle of what it can do. Oh.. and one more thing... let's see how far this 300 design phase lasts... it's kind of moronic to say that designs only last 2-3 years... there's a reason why companies change the designs of their cars. Or did you expect the 300 or PT Cruiser to last 10 yrs with the same design? *rolleyes*. And.... DC owns MB... same company that makes Chrysler and Dodge. So much for superior image huh?! |
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Replying to: bigelm (Dec 09, 2004 7:40 am) The engineering and numerous safety, conveience, comfort, and handling features found on a Mercedes is not found on a mere Chrysler. My goodness, lets get back to reality here. Dont you remember Chrysler and all the lemons of the past, all the freakin recalls, and the numerous quality/reliabilty issues that have had. Is one car going to change all that? I dont think so. Let's face it....Maybe Chrysler will be an upscale brand one day (100 yrs maybe?) but it sure isnt now. I have literally seen the lying, hateful, cunning acts of Chrysler dealers, and they simply aren't people I ever want to deal with. Mercedes Benz, however, has always treated with me with respect, courtesy, and I am proud to say Mercedes is a maker I'll always stay with. There's just something about that privileged Mercedes owner. The Chrysler on the other hand, I have seen pimped out with dubbs, ragtops, and ridiculous amounts of more chrome and rims that make it look more like a ganster's car that wouldnt be too welcome in my neighborhood. So, do yourself a favor everyone, think about the better car...
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Replying to: cdallen2004 (Dec 09, 2004 7:02 am)
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Replying to: bigelm (Dec 09, 2004 7:40 am) I dont like BMW by the way... |
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