2008 Chrysler Crossfire Consumer Reviews

Personal Bang for the Buck

Written by: Bob out West on 09/16/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Crossfire Limited 2dr Hatchback (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Mercedes chasis (albeit older) and handbuilt coachwork with more art in its tail than 99% of the entirety of other cars on the road. This is entirely impossible for less than $50k, let alone the price at under $25k. My history includes a Jag, Tiger, Jensen, X 1/9, 2 Mustangs, CRT (manual) and more, and the fun/comfort quotient on this ride dwarfs them all. Some say that this is more of a boulivardier than a sports car, but it is rock solid, planted like an oak on the road, and goes like scat. Blind spot and rear view sounds bad, but after 1k driving it becomes second nature and unannoying. Cup holder is less than useless, Nav and radio both hopelessly outdated.

Favorite Features

Go-kart feel. Seating position once settled. Style. Buy this car if you're 19 inside and a late boomer on the outside. Creature comforts are fine, but more 90's than naughts.

Suggested Improvements

N/A. Although I made some of my own. Discreet low side stripe and upgraded head unit (radio).

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A Fun to Drive Car

Written by: Richard on 08/24/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Crossfire Limited 2dr Convertible (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I've always wanted a 2-seat convertible and my wife and I chose the Crossfire. We bought this car new in March 2008. Sticker was 41,500, we got it for 32,000 total (tax, title, etc.) and are very happy with the car. The best feature of the car is the styling - very unique. I get positive comments most everywhere I go. Have a bad day at work? Do as my wife and I - drop the top, go for a ride in the country and you'll be smiling. This car is comfy for a short wheelbase, 2-seater, the seats too. I plan to keep this car for a long time, as is my custom. If you own a Crossfire, join the Crossfire International Car Club Inc. (Google CICCI) - you won't regret it.

Favorite Features

The styling, convertible top, 2-tone interior, flip-up spoiler and the Mercedes engine, transmission, suspension, etc. underneath the Chrysler-designed body.

Suggested Improvements

The cupholder is nearly useless, a few too many plain plastic parts (such as the door lock posts) that are out of place in a $35,000 car.

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So Far So Good

Written by: Bobbylew on 08/21/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Crossfire Limited 2dr Convertible (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I am very happy with my car. It handles great and so far is quite dependable. Watch out for the trunk lid. I made the mistake of leaving it half way closed after getting something out of the trunk and I wound up killing the battery. When I purchased the car the one key didn't work. The dealership had to get the replacement from Mersedes and they told me it would have cost me $150. for me to buy one if it wasn't under warranty if say I lost mine. I haven't had any other problems so far.

Favorite Features

My favorites, Looks, How it drives, The convertible top. Unlimited powertrain warranty, Mileage. It gets around 25 mpg. Great pickup.

Suggested Improvements

Better cupholder

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An Enthusiast's Vehicle

Written by: Mike on 07/15/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Crossfire Limited 2dr Hatchback (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I've never driven a "sports car" in my life. I felt the need and felt I'd be too claustrophobic for it. I've been driving SUVs for the past 15 yrs and felt no reason to switch. As a likely symptom of my midlife crisis (??), I found myself wanting a new car. Not just any car. I wanted a different car -- in a true sense of the word. I didn't want a Lexus or BMW. I was quite smitten with the look of the Infinite FX35. It was different and cool. I drove one. I was completed deflated. It was a boring ride. Then, I saw Crossfire. I felt stimulated and intrigued. I went and drove one. I was hooked. It was gorgeous and different on the outside. Driving made me feel something powerful

Favorite Features

The drive. It makes me feel sturdy, stable, and intensely powerful. It's kind of an aphrodisiac. The exterior design. It's a statement of boldness.

Suggested Improvements

The interior is spartan, very spartan. It could have been a lot more refined. The seats could have used better leather like you'd see in, yes, Lexus or BMW.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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No Comparison Anywhere...

Written by: M.Heiden on 04/06/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Crossfire Limited 2dr Convertible (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

This car is "proof" positive of how over rated Toyota and Lexus are. This car looks great, drives great and was more than reasonable to purchase. I refuse to drink the Kool Aid and believe that everything from Japan is great... This is my second one, a 2005 coupe and now a convertible. My last Corvette almost rattled my teeth out of my head, and my kidneys still don't work properly. I think I'll buy one more and leave it in garage for when these wear out at 200k...

Favorite Features

Power top, incredible looks, and a nametag that is American....yeah I know the guts are German...

Suggested Improvements

Cupholder is weak...

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I love it !

Written by: TomD on 01/19/2009

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Crossfire Limited 2dr Hatchback (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Bought my '08 in mid December in NY and drove it home to South Texas as an early Christmas gift to myself! Great price (15k discount) and great car. Very solid machine and inspires confidence. Everything works as it should and I am very, very happpy with purchase. Average gas mileage on 1750 mile trip was 25.3 mpg, nearly all interstate. Make sure your bill of sale says new! I see some new ones for sale (by Chrysler dealers) as used, even with only 10 mi. on the odometer, to avoid the lifetime powertrain warranty to the original owner. Be careful!

Favorite Features

Looks, distinctive styling, solid construction. Mostly Mercedes components. Rare in this area. Expect low depreciation after first 4 years. (My poor condition 1981 Delorean is worth more than I paid for it; not nearly as good a car as the crossfire.) Look at prices of 2003 Thunderbirds.

Suggested Improvements

N/A since 2008 was last year. However, long doors make parking in tight spaces difficult to impossible. Blind spots are bad; I added 2" convex mirrors to both outside mirrors. 8.5 quart oil capacity will be expensive. Navigator is not good; I use my window mount Garmin instead.

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Love it

Written by: Orlando Realtor on 12/05/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Crossfire Limited 2dr Convertible (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Had to downsize from a 06 Vette, (times are tough for realtors) Love my new Crossfire which I bought for 22k with only 1200 miles. Spoiled as I am from the Vette I truly lo the styling. Everyone in the office said they liked it better than the Vette, looks like my bosses 500SLK without the price, test drove one of those too and still decided on a Crossfire. Haven't tried the navigation yet and miss it from the Vette. Seats stink comparably, however with a lumbar pillow I suffice. Flawless power top although it's slow. Decent stereo for the price. Good pickup even if its not lightning fast. Stupid cool active spoiler makes people look. Love the side fins! Half the payment of the Vette so I'm very happy

Favorite Features

Side fins, spoiler, dash, concept car look, still get compliments all the time! Price! 22k with 1200 miles I stole it!

Suggested Improvements

Better cup holders, 6 disc CD, Power lumbar, heads up display

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Fun to Drive

Written by: Len on 11/26/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Crossfire Limited 2dr Convertible (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I bought this vehicle new some 10 months ago. I use this car exclusively for pleasure driving and consequently have less than 3,000 miles on it. The car handles well and is fun to drive on back roads. It lacks raw power and is not a head-jerker off the line. The auto transmission is slow to shift. I don't regret buying this car but would buy a Vette if I had it to do over again. But the price difference between the Crossfire and Vette is steep - I believe the Crossfire is a better value for the buck.

Favorite Features

Low profile and spoiler look great. Power top operates flawlessly. Quick steering. Tires grip the road well. Factory warranty

Suggested Improvements

Increased power/torque CD changer Usuable cup holder (a must on a $40K car) More aggressive exhaust tone

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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My wife loves her new Crossfire

Written by: caremanager on 08/09/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Crossfire Limited 2dr Convertible (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

We are very happy with our Crossfire. My wife could have picked any convertible she wanted in the $40k range. She chose the Crossfire because of it's beautiful styling and head turnablity factor. She absolutely loves her car. What made it even better yet was the incredible deal we got on this vehicle. We just couldn't say no to the $29,900 price tag for this fully loaded car. No other convertible even came close to that price with this many features. The time is right to get this end of model year German built sports car.

Favorite Features

Two tone interior and unique body styling.

Suggested Improvements

Cup holder and a 6 disc CD player would be nice.

27 out 29 people found this review helpful

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Absolutely Love it!

Written by: Andrea on 06/02/2008

Vehicle

2008 Chrysler Crossfire Limited 2dr Hatchback (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I was looking for something sexy to replace my Jeep Liberty and certainly found it in the Crossfire. It's gorgeous, fun, and gets much better gas mileage. Of course, it helped that the dealership knocked $12K off the list to sell it...and yes, it was brand new! Is it worth the list of $37K? No and that's why they're discontinuing them. But, for $25K? Absolutely!

Favorite Features

Looks, ride, and gas mileage

Suggested Improvements

MP3 stereo would have been nice, but this is the last year for the Crossfire.

13 out 13 people found this review helpful

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