All the chatter last weekend about SRT vrs N/A got me thinkin' "maybe I ought to walk in those shoes" You know, get an SRT for a while and speak of the comparison from experience. Many members, who have owned both, seemed to have survived the experience intact and while I have driven an SRT, I really haven't "lived" an SRT.

My local Chrysler Dodge dealer has had one for a while. Black on Black on Black roadster with only 675 miles. Dealer owner had it as his pleasure car in Florida where it spent most of the last three years in the condo's garage.

At 675 miles, it was a virgin. Tempting. They put it up on EBay. Must have known I would see it there as well as on my drive to work ( one of my back woods routes).

As it happened, I was in the neigborhood this evening so I stopped in. Just to look ya' know. As I walked to the car, Bam! I took a shot right in the common sense lobe. It had me to the quick. I circled the little beast and could just feel the heat, the vibration, the NEED for the speed it represented. Side by side, my SSB limited looked so listless and wimpy compared to the brute muscle of the shiny black painted beast.

During the heady walk to the showroom I made two quick mental calculations. Trade in barganing value of my '06 limited vrs a cash buy and/or keeping both cars. And, how I was going to convince Cathy (the brains of our outfit) that the purchase was a good idea. As I entered the showroom, one single salesman was there, on the phone. Patiently I waited as he finished his call..."Can I help you?' he asked.

I must have looked like a little kid standing outside a bathroom, desperately waiting to pee.

"I'm kinda interested in the SRT Crossfire." My heart was pounding, the droll was running down my face, I wanted that car, and he knew it. "we had that one up on EBay all week."

"Yeah?" I panted.

"I just sold it to a guy in California."

Probably a good outcome for me. Cathy would have been sorta upset. I know that she wouldn't have killed me. Far worse...


She would have said "NO!"


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I guess it wasn't meant to be. I missed a dark gray with 50 miles by an hour when I was looking. I wanted that car bad!!
Hopefully the new owner will let us know they bought it by posting here.

 

Franc, somehow I think if you gotta itch you just gotta scratch it. I don't think this will be your last attempt at a SRT6.

Back in 1969 we had 2 Volkswagon beetles, 1 sedan and 1 convertable. The convertable was my wifes car and a girley car at that. One morning I asked her if she wanted to swap cars for the day and she said sure. I called in sick and went to a car dealer that specialized in Corvettes. I traded her VW in on a 1968 427 Corvette roadster. When my wife got home that evening, she went back and forth between being pissed and elated it was a sight to behold. 39 years later I'm still hearing about it. My only defense was that I told her " Hey they're both blue convertables. What's the problem."

 

Ya I feel your pain, I also have a limited roadster and have often thought about trading for a srt. I have not driven a srt knowing I'll want one even more. My problem is I've spent a lot of money on mods. and know it doesn't add any resale value. My wife would kill me if I told her I wanted a different car. My excuse for getting all the mods were "I'm keeping this car forever".

 

I know a car purchase is emotional. I'm usually very meticulous and careful about spending this kind of money.

But this was Darth Vader's car!

I could feel the force, from the dark side. Resistance was futile.


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Franc, You didn't mention the year or the price.

I passed on a black SRT6 roadster in the Detroit area. I think it was an 05 with 20,000 miles on it. They were asking $27,500 for it. I got my 05 black roadster with 5,000 miles for $20,999. I know that the SRT6 is faster and may possibly be worth more in the future, but I really wanted a simpler car. Less maintainance. If money were no object I really would like my roadster and a black SRT6 coupe. Maybe someday.

 

It seems like I always have the urge to buy something when I go to a car lot or pass by one, lol.




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It was, as all but maybe 6 SRTs are, and '05.

They wanted $29K in March. I know it went for more than $24K.
I would have gone to $25K and Cathy would have worked the guy down a grand or got something added.
This dealer gives free oil change for life so that adds $1,500 over a 100m mile use cycle.

She is the best horse trader I ever met. I have no idea what she sees in me.

roadster with a stick.

 

Franc,

Here's one to start working on Quicker:
(There are only 20 or less SRT6 Roadsters currently on AutoTrader, six months ago there were over 50!
Coupes are also Down from over 100 to less than 60 in the US)

(BTW Was this the Dealer with the 650 mi Roadster :
Royal Gate Dodge Chrysler Jeep) ?

2005 Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 Convertible
$27,995(Also note it has Nav, & is a Very Late Model Month)
AT Car ID: AT-E9665B4
Price$27,995 Mileage7,136Body StyleConvertibleExterior ColorBlackInterior ColorGreyEngine6 Cylinder SuperchargTransmission5 Speed AutomaticDrive Type2 wheel drive - rearFuel TypeGasolineStock No.P10392VIN1C3AN75N15X060102

Seller's Description and Comments

This 2005 Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 Convertible features a 3.2L V6 Super Charged 6cyl Gasoline engine. It is equipped with a 5 speed automatic transmission. The vehicle is BLACK with a Grey Leather-Suede interior. Air Conditioning, Climate Control, Cruise Control, Power Steering, Power Windows, Power Door Locks, Power Mirrors, Leather Steering Wheel, Power Drivers Seat, Power Passenger Seat, Heated Seat, Clock, Tachometer, Tilt Steering Wheel, Steering Wheel Radio Controls, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags, Keyless Entry, Security System, ABS Brakes, Traction Control, Dynamic Stability, Rear Defogger, Fog Lights, Intermittent Wipers, AM-FM, CD Player, Wheels, Leather-Suede Interior Surface, Great condition and low miles! Navigation System - Contact Internet Sales for more information. Phone: 877-907-2295 or Email: chryslersales@passportchrysler.com - VA

 

Guys, I was exposed not infected. I'm trying to fight it off.

This one teased me for 2 months and I managed to resist until the very last moment. Cathy is not encouraged by my compromised immune system.

You're not helping!

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That's probably both a good and bad thing. I don't think I need to explain. If you already have a crossy, I wouldn't risk the Mrs. putting herself on Lockdown for another one.

It would be easier to justify a "more" used coupe SRT. You can get one cheap and she might not make you sleep on the couch as long.

 

Yup, Lock-down, is what happened here:

Well even the slightly used SRT6 Coupe Strategy didn't work for me!

You saw what happened, I bought it in late November (expecting to 'sell it to her' & sold it in early Feb to 'him' instead. She said, No, No & No! She "ain't driving no 'Sports car' for regular errands, & that's Final"!

 

I've even tried the concept of " it's for our Grandson. We'll put it away for him"

Jessie is not yet 2 years old.
Logic did not fly.




I'm working on a new strategy

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Franc, that's why I own 2, the '04 Coupe (STILL for sale!) & the blue animal in the driveway. I NEEDED the SRT & the wife thought (along with me as well) that the Coupe would be a quick sell. Que sera sera.......at the rate it's going we'll probably end up keeping both. The wife loves the '04.....that's the key, convince the Finance Minister of the Franc Household that it's a car she'd love to have & you're golden!
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Franc,

Here's your New strategy:

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...2380005&dealer

A "New" (19 miles) 2006 Black, Black, Black Roadster in IL, (Yes that one!). It's an 'INVESTMENT' one of only (3) 2006 SRT6 Roadsters built? (All on 9-28-05 at 1200 hrs)

Tell her it will be worth it's weight (wait? ), in Gold someday.

Bill

 

With the way these undervalued beauties have dropped in price, you can justify two used ones (a roadster and an SRT6) for what used to be the price of a new one.

 

Nice find SF.

I feel for you Franc.
When I was car hunting I drove quite a few - 350z, Boxster, S2000 . . . but once I saw & test drove the SRT, I was hooked.

Just don't do a throttle reset before the test drive or they'll up the price !!

 

Bill,

I ain't sayin' a word about Cathy's weight. I'm trying to win the debate, remember.

Black on black is not my color. Like you I'm SSB. Truth is I would prefer an SSB or aero blue coupe like Kurts is driving.

But this one made me want it. It teased me. It double dog dared me. It was the car, not the colors. I tell you the force was strong with this one.

Like I said, shot me right in the "common sense" lobe.

Here is my new strategy. Instead of making weekly $5.00 payments on my retirement plan, I'm diverting it all to my SRT-6 plan. The clerk at the 7/11 will never know when he hands me back my lotto ticket.

Not a sure fire plan, but it's what I've got to work with. I can only hope that when it comes through, they have not all been taken out by deer and mountain sides.


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Franc,

(1st I said nothing about Cathy's weight & the Mountain side thing was a Low blow! )

But, I like you, so here it is:

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...r_id=72201&car

a 2005 SSB Coupe, Near you in OK, with 23, (Yes, Twenty three miles).
Make the Dealer an Offer & then let Cathy beat it!
(They say, "We need to sell this Car! Call us Now!")

'Monster without a stick'

 

I like you too Bill.

Why do you keep teasing me with these temptatious listings?

Get behind me satan!

allright, I'll check it out.
(and I was so close to a cure too.)


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