Thank you for the support, everyone. You are all like family, and that is what has made ownership such a joy.

Kim is taking the next day or so off... It was definitely the imaginary brake pedal that got her. She has a light sprain on her foot but nothing else.

I will definitely be suiting up in another Crossfire (SLK55 is still a bit out of reach, Nick lol). But I have LOTS of deciding to do.

As for the search... I can DEFINITELY tell the prices have stabilized/gone up.

As Steve mentioned, I really want to stay with a white car. This, of course, rules out the SRT. Question is, will it be another white coupe with cedar? White roadster with vanilla? Kim is opposed to the roadster idea, but I think looking into an open-top white interior with some shiny silver paddle shifters would be dead-sexy.

Found a decent specimen, distance is not too friendly though:

2005 Chrysler Crossfire Limited, $15,500 - Cars.com

As much as I'm a loyalist to the third-pedal crowd, I'm seriously entertaining the auto, with the paddle shifters being the FIRST mod. Simply put, they're faster. Also, the limits of the 6MT are still a bit cloudy, but we know the 5-speed auto will hold serious power. If I'm going to entertain the turbo, headers, etc... I want a robust gearbox behind it. I can't guarantee I won't be pushing an imaginary pedal with my left foot, though... If the right car comes along with a 6MT I won't turn it down.

I found a Bright Silver Metallic Crossfire up in Oregon that is a 2008 model with LOW mileage... in the mid teens. It has cedar interior with the autostick. I could swap over my Startech steering wheel with zero issues. I could also swap the SRT wing and make it the world's only BSM coupe with the SRT aero bits...

2008 Chrysler Crossfire Limited, $15,980 - Cars.com

Steve also found my car's clone in Nashville... I may go check that out this weekend.

I still haven't heard a peep from the other insurance company, and it will likely be the 28th before any big decisions will be made, as that is the day the police report is made available.

I have photos, but I'm thinking it might be wise to let the smoke clear before publicly sharing.

My ears are STILL ringing from the airbags...

Thanks again for all of the concern expressed. Kim appreciates the kind words as well. You guys are FAMILY.

Cheers,

 

That's a decent price on that 08 Bright Silver, Wilma's (8X76028) a Bright Silver 08 auto/nav with 14,000 miles & I wouldn't sell her that cheap!!

 

Both cars look great! I loved the paddle shifters at the dragon. I would love to see you get another white one. Your white SRTish car looked fantastic! The auto box has not been a problem for my V8. I really like the n/a gearing as well.

 

John and Kim, I'm so glad to hear that you're both OK but terribly sorry to hear what happened to your beautiful car. While things like this sometimes make you wonder what the big guy upstairs is doing, it will work it's way out one way or another. Take care and you're both in my prayers.

 

Rudy if you really felt sorry, you'd strap a 5.5 liter Supercharged V8 to a bar stool and give it to John so he could get to and from work. Oh and it would be super of you if you'd wedge it into a Crossfire when he picks one out.

 

Just got on the forum John....OMG not that awesome ride of yours????/

Glad you are OK and that Kim is well.

Geez, just never know do we?

Get a few days behind you and then let us help you find the next one.

Heal and be well.
( 46 postings in just 7 hours. you have good freinds here John)

franc

 

what about the red sl55 i sent you!!

 

glad to hear you are both ok...

as beautiful as your white crossfire was... it can be replaced.

cheers,
andrew

 

Now that would be SWEEEETTT!

 

So sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful car, John, but really glad you and Kim are OK. I must say though, what's the deal with so many Crossfires being totally this year? I'm on a few car forums and I have to say this one seems to have the worst luck in this regard. It is nice to know that in all cases the occupants have been, for the most part, uninjured. Says a lot about these cars.

 

So glad to hear that you two are OK, John.

I hate reading threads like this, but on the other hand .... I have lost count of how many of us have walked away from totaled Crossfires. I guess it's a good car to have an accident in.

 

Look, I've even taken the time to draw a prototype for you.


John2.jpg

 

Nick, I have not stopped laughing for five minutes...

And Franc, you're exactly right: this forum is packed with the best people I've ever known. Period!

 

John,

I just got online here to.
Seems like I was just reading a thread about hail damage but now this.

It's really a shame after all the nice little mods you have done to her.
I hope you can strip some of them for the next one.
Like everyone said here I'm so glad you both walked away from the crash.
It must have been terrifying to say the least.

I'm sure with a little time and the help from your family here at .org you will once again be back is the seat of yet another beautiful Crossfire.

My thoughts are with you both right now.

Gary

 

Glad I could brighten your day.

 

Thank you Gary, it means a lot.

 

I feel bad now, I totally left Steve out of the picture. We just found out that he has a love for Skateboarding, so naturally he would want to be pulled by John.

SteveandJohn.jpg

 

YAAAAH! my skeechers found a home!

 

John.... I can check out the one in Portland easily..it is only 20 minutes away..... can also do the one in Redmond, WA if needed..... PM me...

 

Hey John,
I guess you could say it was a noble way for her to go.. saving your lives. I cringe at the thought of mine getting nailed, and she has no where near the time and care in mods you have put in.

But..let me offer you a stock shift **** for your automatic if you need one!.. $50 bucks on ebay (not mine).. but you can have it free if needed!


Just had to do it.. LOL.. Best of luck in getting things squared away.. and I'm always looking on CL here.. nothing worth mentioning but if that changes I'll definately shoot it your way.