Hi Folks, I am considering purchasing a 2005 Limited convertible and would like to get some advice as to what to look for. The car has 40k miles and appears in excellent shape. Are there problem areas I should review? I am planning on having a mechanic review. Any thoughts would be useful. Thanks so much. Jody

 

At 40K wear should not be a big issue, but age deterioration might be. Check all the rubber bits ( hoses, the belt, tires etc )
Don't overlook the hoses under the right rear for the pump and filter.
If you buy it, consider replacing all the fluids - oil, coolant, power steering, transmission, differential, brakes
resolder the RCM, replace the CPS with a Bosch just for grins.
40K is also about the time the valve cover vents start leaking, reseal them.

 

Jody - Check the Top closely for any separation of the glass from the fabric. Common issue with convertibles in the southern climates.

At 40K the car is still a Baby....Most 2005 are pushing 100,000 miles. Mine is at 95,000 miles.

 

I would also check the age of the battery and how often it is started and driven. An old/weak battery will cause several issues with our Crossfire's.

 

Thanks so much for the advice, much appreciated. Have a great weekend,

Here is the new family member.

Jody

 

Congrats! Very nice looking Crossfire. Hope you're out driving it right now!!

 

Congrats, she's a beauty! This forum is the best for any information you seek or questions you have, welcome!

 

Looks like you got your self a real beauty.....Congrats & Welcome to the forum.

If you have any problems or issues Stay away from Dealerships...Any problems or issues can be resolved by checking this forum for advice and
step by step How To instructions. Over the years a lot of very knowledgeable members have posted detailed tutorials on how to fix and repair
Everything on the Crossfire. Make use of the Search feature to find answers to any questions you have.

Enjoy the ride...….Stay safe.

 

Nice find. If you have to replace the battery, go with an AGM. That way no battery acid leakage.

 

Thanks so much for the advice. This forum is a great resource. Jody

 

Thanks so much for the advice. Jody

 

Considering your comments. The brake wear indicator on the dash is on. I was going to take it to a non-dealer repair shop that comes highly recommended.

I was told by the mechanic who inspected the car that it needed front brakes.

Any thoughts?

Thanks

 

Yeah, DIY would be the best option if your so-so with your hands.


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If possible, check for water intrusion into trunk, especially in the bottom, below the lower cover. Sensitive components located there. Rear window adhesion to top material, extremely common failure.Good Luck!

 

Valve cover vents should be resealed when they start to show signs of leakage, it is very slight at first so you are not going to get the engine covered in oil. Why make work, mine have done 40,000 miles and they are just fine, they may last another 40,000 miles who knows?
If the rear window glass bond to the roof material has failed definitely look for water in the trunks wells under the carpet, water in there ruins the security pump and is a beetch to fix and is not cheap either.