Chrysler 300C SRT8 IS Coming !!!

csv8 · 05-03-2006, 09:14 PM

Chrysler Australia has said this car will be available from April. WOW !!!
Introducing Chrysler's newest addition to the Street and Racing Technology Series. With 85 more horses under the hood and SRT performance styling throughout, the SRT8 will change what you think about the evolution of the classic sedan.

Drive it like you mean it.

Pulse-raising performance meets jaw-dropping design. Find your nearest dealer for a test-drive.

Impressive 425-horsepower 6.1-liter HEMI® V8 engine

Unique calibration for five-speed automatic transmission with AutoStick®

Performance suspension, brakes, and Chrysler's Electronic Stability Program (ESP) for superior handling

20-inch wheels with 245/45ZR20 front and 255/45ZR20 rear tires

Superior SRT styling, including a lower stance, rear spoiler, sport front seats, leather-trimmed accents, power everything, and much more

Iphido · 05-03-2006, 09:27 PM

It would be interesting to see how the 300c has improved dynamically.

Australia loves powerful sedans. And now the most powerful sedan in this market is a American (based off a german chassis).

425Hp is a strong argument, combined with unique looks I can see this stealing alot of Fords and Holdens thunder. Much like the regular 300c has.

The 300c is already a segment hero, outselling Ford and Holden instantly. Chryslers OZ only problem is getting enough volume to Australia.

parawolf · 05-03-2006, 09:37 PM

Don't like the 300C in any form... just HATE that damn front end.

The new Chrysler Charger however... oh my lord is that sexy.

Fairlane · 05-03-2006, 09:37 PM

Phat mags, nice stance, 6.1l 425hp hemi v8

Whats not too like.

XA-Coupe · 05-03-2006, 09:37 PM

be interesting to see what it retails for.

**Polyal** · 05-03-2006, 09:42 PM

OMG....Id get one of those over a GT anyday...but...there is no bloody manual option!!!

I understand they are a cruiser, but still, any respectable "performance" car should come in manual form (SMG etc ect doesn't count).

Still, I will own a 300C one day, I dont care how badly it handles, that can always be fixed.

HEMI POWER · 05-03-2006, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Polyal

OMG....Id get one of those over a GT anyday...but...there is no bloody manual option!!!

I understand they are a cruiser, but still, any respectable "performance" car should come in manual form (SMG etc ect doesn't count).

Still, I will own a 300C one day, I dont care how badly it handles, that can always be fixed.

I think manuals are that pre-historic it would ruin such a great ride.Auto boxes have evolved in such a way that i don't even think i would even worry about the clutch.

**Polyal** · 05-03-2006, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by FPVGT

I think manuals are that pre-historic it would ruin such a great ride.Auto boxes have evolved in such a way that i don't even think i would even worry about the clutch.

I absolutely agree. The ZF ford has is unbelievable.

But maybe I am in the minority, but there is nothing like cleanly shifting yourself. I dont really care if I am slower than an auto, its all about driving enjoyment IMO.

Atleast BMW are waking up, from the last motor mag I read the M6 is getting a H gate manual for the US....

Paxton · 05-03-2006, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Polyal

I absolutely agree. The ZF ford has is unbelievable.

But maybe I am in the minority, but there is nothing like cleanly shifting yourself. I dont really care if I am slower than an auto, its all about driving enjoyment IMO.

Atleast BMW are waking up, from the last motor mag I read the M6 is getting a H gate manual for the US....

I am a huge fan of the driving enjoyment of a Manual. I swapped cars over the weekend with my Brother. He has a BA XR6, and for the first time in 14 months, I realize that I miss having a manual to drive. TipTronic isn't the same, I like the instantaneous shifts of a manual, but in the city I will never have a manual.

Redrum · 06-03-2006, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Polyal

I absolutely agree. The ZF ford has is unbelievable.

But maybe I am in the minority, but there is nothing like cleanly shifting yourself. I dont really care if I am slower than an auto, its all about driving enjoyment IMO.

Atleast BMW are waking up, from the last motor mag I read the M6 is getting a H gate manual for the US....

I disagree. Autos are no good, tiptronic or not, for high speed driving involving a lot of turning, braking, etc etc

Redrum · 06-03-2006, 10:15 AM

Good to see a new product on the market. Styling is ok, figures are great, but as I mentioned on another thread, is American built, so sub standard quality imo....

HEMI POWER · 06-03-2006, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Redrum

I disagree. Autos are no good, tiptronic or not, for high speed driving involving a lot of turning, braking, etc etc

You have a valid point BUT the brakes on these High Performance cars are now so efficient who needs to gear down.I have a manual BA GT with Brembos and i just use the brakes,they work that well i don't even bother with the gears anymore.

GTS_300_Coupe · 08-03-2006, 09:52 PM

I wonder what Harold Scruby has to say about this car?
Considering its power output.
If Ford or Holden ever released something with over 400hp I think they would be under fire from the government.
What a stupid country we live in.

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12 · 05-03-2006, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by FPVGT

I think manuals are that pre-historic it would ruin such a great ride.Auto boxes have evolved in such a way that i don't even think i would even worry about the clutch.

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**Polyal** · 05-03-2006, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by 012

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I think you would be singing a different tune if you had a T5 instead of an auto with ESS.
:evil_laug

SpoolMan · 05-03-2006, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by FPVGT

I think manuals are that pre-historic it would ruin such a great ride.Auto boxes have evolved in such a way that i don't even think i would even worry about the clutch.

Nice way of putting it.. :eclipsee_

**Falcon Coupe** · 05-03-2006, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by SpoolMan

Nice way of putting it.. :eclipsee_

After riding in you're car Alex sounds like an auto BF Typhoon salesman.

HEMI POWER · 05-03-2006, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by csv8

Chrysler Australia has said this car will be available from April. WOW !!!
Introducing Chrysler's newest addition to the Street and Racing Technology Series. With 85 more horses under the hood and SRT performance styling throughout, the SRT8 will change what you think about the evolution of the classic sedan.

Drive it like you mean it.

Pulse-raising performance meets jaw-dropping design. Find your nearest dealer for a test-drive.

Impressive 425-horsepower 6.1-liter HEMI® V8 engine

Unique calibration for five-speed automatic transmission with AutoStick®

Performance suspension, brakes, and Chrysler's Electronic Stability Program (ESP) for superior handling

20-inch wheels with 245/45ZR20 front and 255/45ZR20 rear tires

Superior SRT styling, including a lower stance, rear spoiler, sport front seats, leather-trimmed accents, power everything, and much more

I think Chrysler will again whip FORD and Holdens a$$ in the performance stakes just like they did in the 70's. (even with a 6)

: What an awesome looking car.

Paxton · 05-03-2006, 09:45 PM

Make it in Manual, and I'll take one. Otherwise, not interested.

MAFIA · 07-03-2006, 04:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Paxton

Make it in Manual, and I'll take one. Otherwise, not interested.

I totally agree with you. i want manual.

Walkinshaw · 05-03-2006, 09:48 PM

This car really shows how pathetic Holden and Ford LWB cars are. Puerly pathetic.

Dodge · 05-03-2006, 09:56 PM

now y cant they bring in the magnum and a few of the Ram pickups????

Bossxr8 · 05-03-2006, 10:00 PM

I read somewhere it will sell for 75k.

**Polyal** · 05-03-2006, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Bossxr8

I read somewhere it will sell for 75k.

That would make sense.....

The normal 300C v8 retails for about 60....so $15k worth of extras would be about right.

Alot of cash, but whats a GTP worth, about the same I thought.

The Stylist · 06-03-2006, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Dodge

now y cant they bring in the magnum and a few of the Ram pickups????

Apparently the Magnum will be coming down under this year, albiet not as an Dodge. In Europe and here it will called the 300c Touring - same as the Magnum but with the 300c front end.

**Polyal** · 05-03-2006, 10:16 PM

Oh and while kind of on topic...does chrysler race the 300C anywhere? I cant imagine the aero being great, but perhaps there is some room in the V8SC's for another manufacturer.

Now that would be good ;)

JADED6 · 07-03-2006, 05:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Polyal

Oh and while kind of on topic...does chrysler race the 300C anywhere? I cant imagine the aero being great, but perhaps there is some room in the V8SC's for another manufacturer.

Now that would be good ;)

Nearly 100% sure they had a 300c pace car. Bout the only time I've sene one on the track.
Some of the highly worked examples on cardomain.com are interesting.
I think colour makes a huge difference on the 300c. Black nearly makes it look like a different car. Perhaps because it blends with the dark windows, altering perception of the line compared to white with dark tint.

RAREV8 · 07-03-2006, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Polyal

Oh and while kind of on topic...does chrysler race the 300C anywhere? I cant imagine the aero being great, but perhaps there is some room in the V8SC's for another manufacturer.

Now that would be good ;)

Good qustion...will it ever evolve from being just a pace-car? I would imagine that they would have a lot of work on their hands trying to get it a little more aerodynamically suitable as well as the handling issues.

Deadman · 05-03-2006, 10:21 PM

anyone have a link to crysler or an article on the net for this info?

my dad's looking at getting a 300C so he'd be really interested in this

Laminge · 05-03-2006, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Deadman

anyone have a link to crysler or an article on the net for this info?

my dad's looking at getting a 300C so he'd be really interested in this

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