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Topic: Chrysler Group Reports US Sales for January 2006
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Chromer Prowler Junkie Posts: 2723 From: Denver, Colorado, USA Registered: DEC 2000
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posted 02-14-2006 09:06 AM
Feb 08, 2006 - 8:52 PM - by Northern Rider Chrysler Group Reports U.S. Sales for January 2006 Rise 5 Percent Chrysler Brand Sales Increase 16 Percent Chrysler 300 Sales Continue Segment-Leading Sales Dominance; 20th Month In Excess of 10,000 Units Sold Chrysler PT Cruiser Zips to 45 Percent Sales Increase Jeep® Brand Sales Rise 8 Percent Jeep Wrangler Shows Sales Increase of 2 Percent Minivan Sales Leader Dodge Caravan Posts 18 Percent Sales Gain; Continues Its 22-Year Position as Minivan Sales Leader Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, February 01, 2006Positioned to launch a company record of 10 all-new products this year, Chrysler Group reported January 2006 U.S. sales increased 5 percent to 155,465 units. January 2005 sales were 148,111 units. All figures reported have the same number of selling days this month versus January one year ago. "We strengthened our leadership position in key segments such as minivans and large cars with our sales in January," said Gary Dilts, Chrysler Group Senior Vice President - Sales. "Our car business is up 20 percent, and our LX products are up 62 percent. The Dodge Caliber begins production today and gives us a strong entry into the small car segment with an attractive price starting at $13,985. We are now a full-time car player." Sales of the Chrysler 300 totaled 12,746 units, an increase of 26 percent over January 2005 sales of 10,112 units and continuing its leading position in the Luxury Large Car segment, eclipsing its closest competitor by a 2-to-1 margin. January marks the 20th month the Chrysler 300 has surpassed the 10,000 units sold mark since its world introduction in 2004. The still-popular Chrysler PT Cruiser posted sales of 11,406 units, an increase of 45 percent compared to previous year sales of 7,887 units. The Chrysler PT Cruiser continues to attract new customers because of its versatility, value and fuel economy along with original, cutting-edge styling. Since its introduction in 2000, the highly popular Chrysler PT Cruiser has sold nearly 975,000 units worldwide. Jeep® brand sales rose 8 percent to 29,773 units in part on the strength of the legendary Jeep Wrangler which posted sales of 3,830 units. Chrysler Group minivan sales continue to be driven by the segment leader Dodge Caravan, which posted sales of 16,273 units, an increase of 18 percent over January 2005 sales of 13,797 units. Dodge Charger sales continue to grow and rose 26 percent month over month to 8,023 units, compared to sales of 7,137 units in December 2005. Dodge Neon sales declined 70 percent to 3,347 units as the unit sells down briskly in preparation for the highly anticipated launch of the Dodge Caliber, which officially began production at the Belvidere Assembly Plant today. "Consumer confidence has increased two consecutive months, interest rates have stabilized and inflation remains in check while other economic indicators are showing positive trends," said Dilts. "The 10 new products we are launching will be a catalyst for sales growth in a strong and competitive market this year." Chrysler Group finished the month with 550,816 units of inventory, or an 85-day supply.
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tangled up in BLUE Prowler Junkie Posts: 11086 From: New Castle, Ind Registered: DEC 2000
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posted 02-14-2006 09:11 AM
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JCProwler Prowler Junkie Posts: 1022 From: Southern California Registered: NOV 2001
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posted 02-14-2006 09:19 AM
The DC has the BEST car designers!
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ed monahan Prowler Junkie Posts: 33595 From: Cincinnati, OH Registered: JUL 2000
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posted 02-14-2006 12:36 PM
I guess my PT will not be a collector's item for awhile. 975,000. That is incredible. The styling has been outstanding for quite awhile. I would say the Challenger will give them another huge chunk.
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scooter1 Prowler Junkie Posts: 108 From: Southeast WI, USA Registered: MAY 2005
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posted 02-14-2006 12:49 PM
Someday maybe GM and Ford will get a clue as to what people want in a vehicle. When I was looking at the PT Cruiser, I assumed it would have electrical/computer issues at 50K+ miles, but I liked the way it looked so much I bought it anyway (hhmmm....same with the Prowler). Still no regrets at 70K miles. Still like it way it looks in the driveway. Can't think of many GM or Ford vehicles that I have any interest in. Total blah styling throughout. Seems like the only nice looking vehicles they're selling are the throw-backs. For the most part, Ford's got the GT and Mustang and GM's got nothing but the Vette that's reasonably good looking. Sad state of affairs for the Domestic auto industry.
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Fat Pat Prowler Junkie Posts: 1242 From: Blue Springs, Missouri, USA Registered: DEC 2004
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posted 02-14-2006 06:21 PM
I agree with ya Scooter....but YAAAAY for DC!!
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Ray unregistered Posts: 1242 From: Blue Springs, Missouri, USA Registered: DEC 2004
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posted 02-14-2006 07:46 PM
quote: Originally posted by JCProwler: The DC has the BEST car designers!
Sure as heck NOT when it comes to mini vans ... they really sux compared to the <gulp> foreign competition like Honda and now Hyundai! Go check them out, side by side and option for option, DC needs to learn a thing or two about quality 'feel', dash layout and utilization of space (and not speaking of the 'stow 'n go' idea either). Sorry to say, but while their design excels in cars like Viper, Prowler, Crossfire and the 300, they are missing the boat (despite their sales numbers) on design, quality and feel in their mini van lines.
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MDProwler Prowler Junkie Posts: 5250 From: Fallston,MD USA Registered: JUL 2003
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posted 02-14-2006 07:55 PM
The last vehicle in the world that would end up in my garage would be a goober van. never, never
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BeWare Prowler Junkie Posts: 18511 From: Acworth,GA,USA Registered: JUL 2000
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posted 02-14-2006 08:19 PM
Way to go DC. For the most part they make the best looking cars. I agree the Challenger will give them an even bigger boost. My son in law is a die hard Mustang guy. He was going to get a new Mustang in about a year. He took one look at the new Challenger and changed his mind. We have a PT Convert and love it.
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ALLEY CAT Prowler Junkie Posts: 36093 From: Mesa, Az Registered: JUL 2000
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posted 02-14-2006 08:30 PM
At least one U.S. manufacturer is doing things right to make $$$ CONGRATS DC!!!
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Fat Pat Prowler Junkie Posts: 1242 From: Blue Springs, Missouri, USA Registered: DEC 2004
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posted 02-14-2006 08:58 PM
hey Ray...I have a new Town & Country Chrysler mini van and my next door neighbor has a Honda. Mine is better and even he says so!!
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Ray unregistered Posts: 1242 From: Blue Springs, Missouri, USA Registered: DEC 2004
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posted 02-15-2006 09:09 AM
Fat Pat ... we looked at two comperably priced and packaged NEW units at the Auto Show ... different strokes for different folks, but based on what we saw, I would regret my DC mini van purchase after experiencing the Honda ... glad you like your car though.
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