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Sedans Chrysler 300/300C/300C SRT-8 Chrysler 300 Owners: Meet the Members
150 messages, Last post on Sep 26, 2009 at 4:46 PM
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Please take a moment to introduce yourself and share some details about your Chrysler 300! My name is Karen and I am the host of the Edmunds.com Owners Clubs. Please let me know what discussions you would like to see in your Club folder. I will create them ASAP. You may want to take a look through the other clubs to get ideas for discussions. Looking forward to meeting everyone! KarenS/Host/Owners Clubs |
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My name is Miles Hoover; more data on my profile. Picked up my 300C on 4/29/04 simply by searching the local DC dealers online for the model and equipment I wanted. Found two exactly the same at PassPort Chrysler of Alexandria, VA so I went there that afternoon and bought the one I liked. Both cars were loaded and had the Sirius radio which I didn't want. Dealer subtracted its cost from the deal and gave me a reasonable price for my '99 LHS. Also was able to negotiate a reasonable reduction from MSRP ($38740) and drove it home that evening. I had dealt with that dealer in the purchase of a '94 LHS. This car is the Satin Jade Pearl with the lighter gray and dark jade interior. This interior was specifically sought by me because I feel this car needs a lighter interior. Darker interiors give me a "tunnel" feeling which I don't care for. Further, I always prefer lighter color cars anyway. I have been pleased with the automobile; quality is much greater than I suffered with my LHS in '98. It took a year to get that one screwed together. Particularly pleasing is the Bluetooth pairing, the NAV system, and the general appearance of the product. This auto is my 63d new car purchased since 1950. So, I have considerable auto knowledge and can sort of stand back to offer critical comments fairly. So far the only complaint I have with DC is the apparent lack of availability on US deliveries, other than fleet cars, of DRL's (Daylight Running Lights). One way or another, I will get them installed on this car since they have been added to my last 3 Chryslers and I believe they are a great safety factor. I did buy an Extended Care Warranty, for the first time ever, because this car has so much electronics on it. My worry is that after 36K, there will be a major outage of some electronics part. But I refused the dealer offer of that warranty as being ridiculous. I found a Chrysler dealer in Oklahoma who sold me a 7/70 Max Car warranty for $1020 vs the $2130 (later $1495) offered by the dealer. I have added so far, a locking gas cap, purchasable only from the dealer at $41 and change because it requires a lock keyed to your igition key which must be done locally. I consider this a great boondoggle for DC to elicit more money from customers so inclined to get that cap. I am attempting to obtain wheel locks since my "99 ones will not fit these new wheels (another DC boondoggle). The new lock, unfortunately, are not yet available. Also, I will add interior walnet burl dash trim, the only two firms having such kits either have errors in their design or do not have a kit for the NAV dash. That will be the extent of my mods other than a set of clear plastic floor mats to cover the existing stuff. Why? The OEM mats and carpeting is nearly white and will show soil quite easily. But still I wanted the light interior. Oh, and I always transfer a Sony CD-ROM 10 disk changer from car to car. BTW, the Sirius was not removed from the car and I have used it, but would never buy it. Not worth the money, IMO. :*)) I'll be pleased to answer any reasonable questions. My e-mail address is given in my profile if anyone cares to use it. Since I retired in 1993, I usually only drive less than 10K yearly and expect this car to last me 6 or 7 years as did its predecessor. Currently, I am 75 years old.
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I have been a member of the 300M Edmunds site for about 3 years, and put a factory order in on a 300C on the 27 Apr. with all options except the Nav. (I like to be lost) I just got off the phone with DC and they gave me my VIN# and a tentative build date, the middle of June, so should have the car about the end of June The C comes standard with sunroof and hids here in Canada, plus I ordered the walnut woodtrim which is only $275.00 here in Canada and is $400.00 in the US. Does this make sense? I am so impressed with this car, and I ordered mine in the Jade Pearl. My M was Inferno Red, and it was time for a colour change. |
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I've been on Edmunds' boards for some years now but at the Subaru forums. I had 2 Subaru's, I sold mine but my wife has her Outback Wagon. They're good cars but it's time for me to get something bigger. That's why I'm here... I'm seriously looking to order by end of month (saving more pennies). Live in Northern NJ right now and we finally have some good weather!!! |
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Always bought used, decided you only live once (approaching 40), so what the heck. Live in Fairfax, VA. Been waiting to test drive this car since I noticed it last summer. Went to a local "Credit Union Car Sale" in mid-April, where they were offering 300C's at $500 below MSRP. Found one they had ordered in Nov (so would be in any day - yeah, sure). Had way more options than I wanted, but missing U-Connect. Since I knew that could be dealer-installed, got them to throw that in for no cost. Car finally arrived this past Sunday (Mother's Day). Midnight Blue, light interior, NAV, HID, moonroof, Sound Group II, Protection Group II, adjustable pedals, U-Connect to be installed when the parts come in. Absolutely love the higher seating position (last car was a 96 Bonnie), but am still getting used to the limited visibility, especially the sides. Still think it's longer front and back than it is when parking. Gotta love the hemi, although currently showing 14 MPG, so I'm hopeful that improves. |
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Oh gee, bigelm, I guess we'll allow just about anyone in here.  I received an email requesting a new topic for those that purchase via factory order. It's been put on the list.
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Replying to: KarenS (May 13, 2004 11:58 am) Thanks... Hey jcz1, I'm interested in getting the Midnight Blue now... can you post some pics in the Gallery? I posted a link in the 300C forum but it was just one full pic of the car. More detail would be nice and appreciated. Your car package sounds similar to what I think I'll be ordering.
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Hi. I'm a Philadelphian who went to Premier Night and couldn't get a Jade Green loaded 300C without a wait. I found one in south Jersey on Monday morning, and drove home that night in the C. I got the loyalty $1000 and the $1000 Chrysler Financial rebate. I also got a very liberal trade-in on my 2002 300M, a little bit ahead of Edmund's TMV. The car is everything and more than the most enthusiastic reviews in the press. I can't believe what this vehicle delivers for the price. And while I am certainly not a celebrity, the car meets the criteria. I'm actually getting tired of fill-ups at the gas station. I have to allow an extra 15 minutes to let people ask questions, do a walk around, etc. Is this car not amazing? The M was great, but this is a completely different animal. Every day I watch every type of import driver dodge in front of, around and behind me to assess the C. This is too much fun. I am loving this beast! |
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Replying to: bigelm (May 13, 2004 1:04 pm) The only pics I have so far were taken with a camera phone, so they're not great. Here's one:  I have all four up at: http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/602432 The Midnight Blue looks even better in person. I think you'll like it.
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