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#7 of 756 Chrysler prices the SRT-8 @ $39,995 by bigelm Jan 04, 2005 (7:16 am)
I'm not sure if this link is against Edmunds policies...   http://www.autonews.com/images/news/11045.gif    DETROIT -- The 2005 Chrysler 300C SRT8, a high-performance version of the sedan, gets an extra 85 horsepower and a $6,275 price bump over the rear-drive 300C to $39,995, including a $625 destination charge.   The addition to the 300C lineup goes on sale in the spring, the Chrysler group said Monday. Exterior color choices are limited to silver or black.   SRT, for Street and Racing Technology, is the Chrysler group's designation for vehicles that have been modified by the factory for higher performance.   The main change for the 300C SRT8 is an increase in the displacement of the Hemi V-8 from 5.7 liters to 6.1 liters. That boosts the engine's output from 340 hp for the 5.7-liter unit to 425 hp for the 6.1-liter unit, an increase of 25 percent. Torque increases from 390 pounds-feet to 420 pounds-feet, a 7.7 percent increase.   Other changes to the engine include a higher compression ratio and redesigned cylinder heads and manifolds for better air flow. The engine block, crankshaft and connecting rods have been reinforced for greater strength.   Exterior changes include revised front and rear fascias, a decklid spoiler and body-color grille insert.
#9 of 756 Re: 300C Transmission problems [300c1] by budda Jan 15, 2005 (2:32 am)
Replying to: 300c1 (Dec 22, 2004 8:37 am) I just picked up my 2005 300c on Jan. 1st and it had to be towed into the dealer today (only 189 miles on car) because the trany was not going into higher gears. It's rear was also making a loud & sudden grinding noise if more gas is given! I won't know for a couple of days the results. Does anyone have any further answers?
#10 of 756 Re: 2005 Chrysler 300C SRT-8 [Sylvia] by silverrush Jan 15, 2005 (5:50 pm)
Replying to: Sylvia (Dec 21, 2004 4:15 pm) I'm sold !!! I ordered a silver SRT-8 on 1/13. E-mailed 18 dealers in the Detroit area, prices all over the board. (No Chrysler employee discount on SRT products.) Did the best I could , GEEEZ , SOME DEALER IN CALIFORNIA HAS THE SAME CAR ON EBAY AS I WRITE THIS WITH A "Buy it Now" for $70 GRAND !!! Car is going to be HOT !! Ordered SRT Option Package II , a sunroof and better speakers. SRT Option I is just side curtain airbags. Any one else try to order ?? Replies to this message: durango_rt (Jan 23, 2005 1:07 pm) durango_rt (Jan 26, 2005 12:32 pm) srt300 (Jan 26, 2005 12:56 pm) durango_rt (Jan 27, 2005 2:13 pm) pscdoc (Jan 26, 2005 8:02 pm) durango_rt (Jan 27, 2005 2:19 pm) and 7 more... camradoc (Jan 29, 2005 6:39 pm)
#11 of 756 Re: 2005 Chrysler 300C SRT-8 [silverrush] by durango_rt Jan 23, 2005 (1:07 pm)
Replying to: silverrush (Jan 15, 2005 5:50 pm) I'm torn between the SRT-8 & the 'regular' 300C. I'm sure I'll have to pay way over the MSRP for the SRT-8, plus the mileage is so bad. I'm already driving a 12-14 MPG Durango R/T! How was your puchase experience? Did you use Chrysler Financing? Could you use cash as leverage?
#12 of 756 Transmission by jimhemi Jan 24, 2005 (11:54 am)
Does anyone fear the transmission breaking with all of that torque? 425 lb. ft of torque is a lot for an automatic trans to hold up to. I know the old 727 Torque Flights of the 60's and 70's weren't a problem because of their size and the heavy duty parts they used. They also track tested them on the drag strips so when they broke they can improve for the street. I'm waiting for a few blow ups before I lay my money down on one of these. I love this car and the Magnum SRT. If it came with the Viper 6 speeed I can see no problem , after all that and the Ram SRT10 is putting 500 lb. ft through the gears. Just leary of all that power and a weak trans. Replies to this message: srt300 (Jan 25, 2005 3:18 pm) jimhemi (Jan 26, 2005 7:09 am) srt300 (Jan 26, 2005 7:42 am)
#13 of 756 by merc1 Jan 25, 2005 (2:13 am)
After seeing this car in person at Detroit you come away with a feeling that American car industry just might survive afterall. The 300C was already hot, but the SRT-8 version looks like the orignal show car, 20-inch wheels and all. Simply stunning. The interior is pretty good too.   M
#14 of 756 by pscdoc Jan 25, 2005 (10:53 am)
The car is great from what I have read, but the asking price will be around $15,000.00 over sticker! I am scheduled for a test drive next month when my dealer will have its first delivery. Replies to this message: srt300 (Jan 25, 2005 3:12 pm) pscdoc (Jan 25, 2005 3:25 pm) srt300 (Jan 25, 2005 7:31 pm) and 1 more...
#15 of 756 Re: [pscdoc] by srt300 Jan 25, 2005 (3:12 pm)
Replying to: pscdoc (Jan 25, 2005 10:53 am) Where do you live? I was told the SRT would be for sale in the spring! What is the price the dealer is asking and were you able to order one? I live in Massachusetts,lots of snow here! Replies to this message: pscdoc (Jan 25, 2005 3:25 pm) srt300 (Jan 25, 2005 7:31 pm) pscdoc (Jan 25, 2005 10:56 pm)
#16 of 756 Re: Transmission [jimhemi] by srt300 Jan 25, 2005 (3:18 pm)
Replying to: jimhemi (Jan 24, 2005 11:54 am) If the transmission is like the one in the E55-AMG it will hold up just fine! I bet the SRT has alot of German parts in it,since we know who owns Chrysler!! Replies to this message: jimhemi (Jan 26, 2005 7:09 am) srt300 (Jan 26, 2005 7:42 am)

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