posted 08-22-2001 12:43 AM                  

Now we are playing like KIDS!!! DC SHHHHHH

I OWN ONE AND WANT TO KNOW WHAT IS GOING ON!!!!

If you want to call me on this matter 214-698-8200 I do not have to hide anything. ( Like DC)

I hope other prowler owners will join in... JMO

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posted 08-22-2001 12:47 AM                  

I have owned a 97 and sold it

Now have a 99 purple.

All this hush hush stuff has PI$$ed me off, because of this Stuff................................................

DC you can hide under the covers all you want, but with all the SHHHHHHH, this will be the last dodge, I will ever own

posted 08-22-2001 05:40 AM                  

What are you talking about?

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posted 08-22-2001 08:21 AM                  

After all we're not interested in what they are doing with the Dodge 1 ton dually or the Chrysler T&C minivan... To show off a "Special" Prowler that has some "changes" to the engine and then not say anything at all is not very "Special" to me... My thoughts are that it should have been left at home under wraps.. That is if I'm reading the messages correctly..

posted 08-22-2001 10:30 AM                  

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gotta be that they wont tell about the future engine mods, colors, end of mfg run, etc, at least thats the way I see it.

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Al, you hit it real close....

posted 08-22-2001 11:11 AM                  

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BUZZ WATCH EXCLUSIVE
CROSSFIRE FEASIBILITY STUDY

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One of my Ace Buzz Patrollers in Auburn Hills reports that the brass at Chrysler has given the green light for a feasibility study on doing a production version of the 2001 Chrysler Crossfire Concept. As previously reported the Crossfire was originally intended as a preview of the next generation Sebring coupe. The study will determine if it will fill that role or if it could be built as an additional model for the Chrysler line.

The coolest thing about the concept is its power train, which features a supercharged version of Chrysler's 2.7 liter V6 putting out 275hp and 270 lb. ft of torque. In the concept it's matted to a five-speed manual transmission. Best of all the Crossfire is rear wheel drive. We won't know for a while if these features will get the green light. The only safe bet is that the concepts split windshield will not."

posted 08-22-2001 02:12 PM                  

Chrysler Crossfire Concept to Become Reality
Chrysler Group Announces Production Intent of Sports Coupe

Pebble Beach, Calif., Aug 19, 2001 - Continuing its industry-leading track record of taking breakthrough vehicle concepts to reality, the Chrysler Group today announced its intention to build a production version of the Chrysler Crossfire concept car.

Voted one of show-goers' favorite concept cars on this year's auto show circuit, the Chrysler Crossfire -- which combines American spirit and power with international flair and proportions -- was unveiled at the 2001 North American International Auto Show, in Detroit this past January.

"You could just see the pure emotion in show-goers' reaction to the Chrysler Crossfire," said Wolfgang Bernhard, Chief Operating Officer of the Chrysler Group. "Their eyes lit up with enthusiasm. They didn't 'ask' if we were going to build it; they practically 'demanded' that we build it. We believe this will be another home run for us, and we will make sure the production version of the Chrysler Crossfire captures the emotion and character of the concept car."

The production version of the Crossfire concept will give the Chrysler brand another exciting and aspirational vehicle -- joining the Chrysler PT Cruiser, 300M, Town & Country and Prowler -- and reinforce the brand's expressive and innovative appeal.

As an image car, Crossfire represents Chrysler Group's flexibility and speed in decision-making. It also proves that the company's product pipeline is full, with more unexpected and aspirational vehicles to come.

"The Chrysler Group leads the industry in breakthrough vehicle design," said Jim Schroer, Executive Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing. "The Chrysler Crossfire sets the tone for the sports coupe of the future -- much in the same way the Chrysler PT Cruiser redefined compact cars. It's a unique car that you fall in love with, a car that you aspire to own and are proud to drive. We recognize the importance of continuing to lead and being progressive. Crossfire is yet another example in Chrysler's long history of being nimble and turning concepts into reality."

The production version of the Chrysler Crossfire will stay true to its American heritage, while adding global appeal. Said Bernhard: "In only six months, we solved all the technical and feasibility issues, completed a business plan, and funded this product program."

The company will announce more news about the Chrysler Crossfire at the 2002 Greater Los Angeles Auto Show next January.

posted 08-22-2001 03:00 PM                  

1. Why would you reveal your future product plans to the public? It would be impossible to stay ahead of the competition in terms of product development and innovation. It is all about being the first to show new, innovative and exciting car designs, colors, accessories, and product features. If you talk about or reveal ideas of what you are going to work on producing, someone is going to beat you to it!

2. Another possible reason auto manufacturers do not reveal future product plans would be that they want you to buy current product. The idea is to sell what is currently being built, not to have the consumer sitting around waiting for something else they think is coming out.

3. Plans and ideas for products can change often. Example: Prowler was supposed to end in 2001. That changed. Colors can change weekly. Options can change. It wouldn't make sense to state what plans they have for their products, knowing full well that it could change several times before the product is actually produced. People would be pissed off if they were counting on something particular and it didn't end up that way.

Just some thoughts to help you understand the nature of the car business.

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posted 08-22-2001 04:29 PM                  

I don't see it much different than most companies.

CJ is right, sell what you are building and beat the competition to the punch.

If everything was out in the open then someone else might come out with something just like it before the person doing the time in R&D

Chris if you are unhappy with the cat then sell it and buy a new Vette or whatever makes you happy and see if they will tell you what their plan is for the next model year.

I do not look at myself as being SPECIAL, I concider myself LUCKY to own a Prowler.

I wanted the chrome wheels & grill but the Factory didn't offer them, But I still have them. I just had to do it myself.

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posted 08-22-2001 09:29 PM                  

If you were on Woodward and were paying attention to rather non-descript current model vehicles with Manufacturer tags, you would have seen a fair number of these present-day "toys". I noted seven very exciting vehicles running in traffic while on Woodward during the course of the week. Most everyone was paying attention to the classic vehicles and missed these "gems"! Virtually none of them will ever see production.