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Cadillac DTS/STS vs. Chrysler 300/300C

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#71 of 83 Re: 0-60 in 5.6 Sec. [coolrunning] by sumitomotype65

Apr 05, 2008 (11:11 am)

Replying to: coolrunning (Apr 05, 2008 10:08 am)
What's great about the new Charger, other than the retro styling and the 6.1 Hemi, is that it went from concept to showroom in the usual quick Chrysler time frame. Just like the Viper, Prowler, and PT Cruiser. How long has GM hyped the new Camaro? Seems like just after the Mustang's latest redesign in '05 we started to here about the resurrected Camaro. I'm glad GM is bringing it back. It's a classic model that other companies would kill for to have that kind of name recognition for a new car. They were shortsighted when they killed it, focusing on trucks/SUVs. Just don't talk about it for 5 yrs. Just do it. Something I worry about is Chrysler's shaky future. Cerberus talks a good game as far as saving Chrysler. But their track record says Chrysler is just their latest churn & burn takeover. What if I need new cupholders for my 300 in 2012? LOL

#72 of 83 Re: 0-60 in 5.6 Sec. [sumitomotype65] by coolrunning

Apr 05, 2008 (4:39 pm)

Replying to: sumitomotype65 (Apr 05, 2008 11:11 am)
This is true. I wish things had worked out better and the marriage between Daimler and Chrysler was still intact. Of the former "Big Three", Chrysler always seemed to have the innovation to strike out on new paths when the others preferred to standby and watch. Originality in design and technology was always the name of the game. I think they have made some of the most beautiful cars ever in the last 10 years. I owned two 300M's before my 300C's and loved the sleek styling of them. I would much rather see GM break up than Chrysler anyday. It seems that since the mega conglomerate absorbed such companies as Buick, Oldsmobile and Cadillac (all originally independent) the quality of the products dimished rapidly as did the originality (i.e., personality) of each product line. I would rather see a lot of small companies thrive than the monster corporations, who typically lack the imagination needed to thrill us with new ideas.

#73 of 83 Re: 0-60 in 5.6 Sec. [sumitomotype65] by coolrunning

Apr 05, 2008 (4:39 pm)

Replying to: sumitomotype65 (Apr 05, 2008 11:11 am)
This is true. I wish things had worked out better and the marriage between Daimler and Chrysler was still intact. Of the former "Big Three", Chrysler always seemed to have the innovation to strike out on new paths when the others preferred to standby and watch. Originality in design and technology was always the name of the game. I think they have made some of the most beautiful cars ever in the last 10 years. I owned two 300M's before my 300C's and loved the sleek styling of them. I would much rather see GM break up than Chrysler anyday. It seems that since the mega conglomerate absorbed such companies as Buick, Oldsmobile and Cadillac (all originally independent) the quality of the products dimished rapidly as did the originality (i.e., personality) of each product line. I would rather see a lot of small companies thrive than the monster corporations, who typically lack the imagination needed to thrill us with new ideas.

#74 of 83 Re: 0-60 in 5.6 Sec. [coolrunning] by sls002

Apr 06, 2008 (3:05 pm)

Replying to: coolrunning (Apr 05, 2008 4:39 pm)
GM is one hundred years old this year. So Buicks have been rapidly going downhill for 100 years Somehow I think your post is way overblown. Leland supplied Oldsmobile with engines way back when, but Oldmobile did not want Leland's newest, and best engine. So Leland started building Cadillac's to use the newest and best engine. Leland's Cadillac was a mid-priced car, not a luxury car. Without GM taking these independent companies over, they would have meandered down some totally different path, probably all going bankrupt during the depression.
 
I would agree that in the last 25 years (from about 1980 or so) GM has drifted along and not done well. I think that they are improving now. Actually, GM probably was at its best in the 1960's, when they should have started down a different path than they actually took, but hindsight is always better than foresight.

#75 of 83 Re: Cars with Northstar Engines [stevenw] by rrosell

Mar 15, 2009 (5:35 pm)

Replying to: stevenw (Jun 30, 2006 12:54 pm)
Tell me about it! A 98 De Ville, which I love, but the leak is there and now the whole AC unit has to be replaced. Time to go. Would like to find another sitting in a garage with 300 miles on it.

#76 of 83 Re: DTS VERSUS CHRYSLER 300C AND OR SRT [xtec] by coolrunning

Dec 03, 2009 (3:37 am)

Replying to: xtec (Mar 25, 2008 3:49 pm)
You are correct. The last Pacifica was built in 2008. I can't understand why they would drop such a beautiful design and continue to build something like the PT Cruiser. At least the Pacifica was useable and comfortable.

#77 of 83 Chrysler 300 S by nace818

Sep 02, 2010 (8:15 am)

I just checked out a 2010 300 S. It's a new model designation. I think it is one of the finest 300's I've seen. Dark grille smoked head and tail lamp lenses and more. The one I looked was white which I think is the best color because of the darked out parts. It had every option except a moonroof and listed for about 38,500 I think. Anyway, does everyone else think it is as fine as I do? My main problem is that the 2011 is a total redesign and it will be outdated in a few months. I really don't know what to do. I guess there may be a 2011 300 S, but can;'t say for sure.

#78 of 83 Re: As One of The folks That Suggested This Forum [bremertong] by roddarius

Feb 08, 2011 (9:37 pm)

Replying to: bremertong (Apr 01, 2008 10:42 pm)
hey

#79 of 83 Re: Chrysler 300 S [nace818] by 1atomic

Jun 19, 2011 (12:26 pm)

Replying to: nace818 (Sep 02, 2010 8:15 am)
the chrysler 300S will be out in the summer as a 2012 model. the interior looks great... love the red/black leather of the teasers i have seen. i heard that it will be available with either the awesome v6 (we have a 2011 300 limited) or hemi v8. hmm... i am wondering if the 5.7 liter v8 model will still be called "300C" when the "S" marque is applied.
 
we needed to replace our older 300C we leased (for a 2011 model) before the '12 model year when things get pretty exciting at chrysler: the 8 speed gated automatics (v6 only), "S" models; the all new SRT-8 with 6.4 liter hemi v8; AWD 6 & 8 cylinder versions; etc.
 
well, i only have great things to say about the '11 300 limited based on our experience, but would wait for the '12 to get the new transmission and "S" edition, as well as AWD option for BOTH v6 and v8 models. for '11, AWD is sold only with the hemi v8.

#80 of 83 Re: Chrysler 300 S [1atomic] by coolrunning1

Jun 20, 2011 (5:50 am)

Replying to: 1atomic (Jun 19, 2011 12:26 pm)
I just traded in my 2006 300C Heritage Edition on a 2011 Town & Country, to upgrade our road trip vehicle. My only complaint with my 300C was the small trunk; otherwise it was a fabulous road car... I was surprised to discover how much the Town & Country had improved since our 2000 model. The new 3.6L V6 engine is said to become one of the standard choices available in all Chrysler models soon, including the Jeep line. I am very impressed with this engine so far. In the T&C, it is mated with a 6 speed transmission. On the highway I have been able to get 27 mpg at 80 mph! I can't imagine what would happen if I had an 8 speed. As much as I love my 5.7 HEMI (I still have another one), I am convinced the technology has improved far beyond my expectations and I may very well end up with a 300S as well. These are the best Chryslers ever made!

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