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CJ Prowler Junkie Posts: 18860 From: Rochester Hills, MI USA Registered: JUL 2000	posted 02-12-2004 01:20 PM While my son is in town on leave, Bob arranged for him to take a tour of one of the MSX facilities. While visiting, we saw a lot of the great vehicles that have been on tour with the auto shows and also some things in the making. The highlight of our visit, though, was one area of the facility that was housing a great number of Chrysler's concept vehicles from the past. We hit it at just the right time, as there were a lot of them there. It was the first time for even me to be that close and personal with the actual concept vehicles. I was able to take some photos of our favorites. There were a lot I didn't take, as it was difficult with everything being parked so close to each other. The ones I didn't take include such vehicles as: Chrysler: Citadel, LHX, Panel Cruiser. Dodge: MAXX Cab, Power Wagon. Jeep: Commander, Icon. Plymouth: Back Pack, Expresso, Pronto Cruiser, Pronto Spyder It was quite a thrill for both my son and me!!! His absolute favorite is the Dodge Razor with the Dodge Charger R/T a close second. My two favorites there were the Chrysler Chronos and the Chrysler Phaeton. Click on the link below to view my scrapbook of photos! I hope you enjoy them as much as we did!! Concept Vehicles
YellowFever unregistered Posts: 18860 From: Rochester Hills, MI USA Registered: JUL 2000	posted 02-12-2004 01:28 PM Why do all car companies do these concepts but, then never build them? Or sorta build some but, water it down so much it is never the concept they bring to shows???? I rarely even look at any of the concept cars at car shows as I know most will never see the light of day so why even get remotely interested...... "Build them and the will buy it" BTW-great pictures!!!!I've always loved the Atlantic!!!!
Bob Goetz Prowler Junkie Posts: 2895 From: Belle Plaine MN USA Registered: MAY 2001	posted 02-12-2004 01:31 PM The Charger R/T is still awsome!
jd2ksilver Prowler Junkie Posts: 4360 From: Mt. View, CA Registered: JUL 2000	posted 02-12-2004 01:34 PM Nice sled,,,
DR PROWLER Prowler Junkie Posts: 4079 From: TORONTO,ONTARIO,CANADA Registered: JUL 2002	posted 02-12-2004 01:41 PM I like most of them. Great pics!
CWatsonJr Prowler Junkie Posts: 2728 From: Piru, CA, USA Registered: MAR 2001	posted 02-12-2004 02:24 PM CJ - thanks for posting those and bringing back some fond memories of auto shows. I was always hoping they would bring the Charger back but make it a 2 door instead of the 4 door concept. I loved the copperhead too! Hey - does the sidewinder still have those flame tread tires on it? Those were awesome! Thanks for the smiles ------------------ Cliff Watson See My Prowler Page 2K1 Mulholland, Colorshift Flames, Mud Flaps, TGF Side Panels, TGF Bumper Covers, Eric Wolf Chrome Tranny Cooler, Blueberry Shimmers, Front Ceramic Pads, Homemade Top Brace, SSS Muffler, Weekender. 2001 Dakota SLT+ CC (Patriot Blue) 1998 Durango SLT+ (Intense Blue) X - 1998 Honda Accord X - 1991 Dodge Spirit X - 1965 Ford Mustang (289) X - 1994 Dodge Daytona Turbo X - 1971 Ford Pinto (The Rust Bucket)
tangled up in BLUE Prowler Junkie Posts: 11086 From: New Castle, Ind Registered: DEC 2000	posted 02-12-2004 02:43 PM Weird Scenes Inside The Goldmine...... my choices in order.... * Atlantic....would have bought one of these * Copperhead.....would have bought one of these !!! * 300 C Hemi conv.....like it alot.... * Sidewinder....liked it very well, just don't buy trucks neat pix CJ.....thanx mucho.....
BeWare Prowler Junkie Posts: 18511 From: Acworth,GA,USA Registered: JUL 2000	posted 02-12-2004 03:40 PM Cool rides. I have seen many of these in person. Bob has the coolest job in the world. I like the Chronos the best too. Is that the V-10 PT truck? Thanks for sharing. This message has been edited by BeWare on 02-12-2004 at 05:03 PM
Wayne Finch Prowler Junkie Posts: 4011 From: Toronto, Canada Registered: SEP 2000	posted 02-12-2004 04:35 PM Thanks for posting CJ. My personal opinion is that the Charger could still be produced in some fashion, the Razor definitely should be but probably won't be. The 300C soon to be produced has no resemblence to the 300C convertible pictured, but maybe someday we will see a 300 ragtop
Skidmore Prowler Junkie Posts: 85 From: Huntington, IN, USA Registered: MAY 2003	posted 02-12-2004 04:37 PM I like the Chronos. I still have a few pictures that I use as computer background of the chronos. Thanks for posting the pics!
GenoTex Prowler Junkie Posts: 8492 From: Oakfield, WI, USA Registered: MAR 2002	posted 02-12-2004 05:22 PM Looks like our crossfire In great company there! Thanks for the shots CJ.
Andy R Prowler Junkie Posts: 760 From: Cincinnati, OH Registered: JAN 2001	posted 02-12-2004 06:22 PM Wow CJ, thanks for the pictures! What a rare view of these beautiful cars. It is sort of sad that they are all in a warehouse hidden from view. I love the Atlantic, my wife even bought a model of it at the WPC museum for the kids to play with. Do some of these cars still go to shows / exhibitions?
CatDude Prowler Junkie Posts: 1593 From: Charlottesville, Va Registered: FEB 2002	posted 02-12-2004 06:38 PM quote: Originally posted by tangled up in BLUE: * Atlantic....would have bought one of these I did buy one...
CatDude Prowler Junkie Posts: 1593 From: Charlottesville, Va Registered: FEB 2002	posted 02-12-2004 06:39 PM I think it needs dusting... lol...
Dave Mills Prowler Junkie Posts: 5419 From: Johnstown, PA, USA Registered: JUL 2000	posted 02-12-2004 06:44 PM I hope D/C does not intend to send these one of a kind pieces of history to the crusher..... I do enjoy seeing the concept vehicles, especially the older ones.
tangled up in BLUE Prowler Junkie Posts: 11086 From: New Castle, Ind Registered: DEC 2000	posted 02-12-2004 06:47 PM V Cat Dude... ...but can you drive it ???
Chromer Prowler Junkie Posts: 2723 From: Denver, Colorado, USA Registered: DEC 2000	posted 02-12-2004 08:40 PM quote: Originally posted by YellowFever: Why do all car companies do these concepts but, then never build them? Or sorta build some but, water it down so much it is never the concept they bring to shows???? I rarely even look at any of the concept cars at car shows as I know most will never see the light of day so why even get remotely interested...... "Build them and the will buy it" BTW-great pictures!!!!I've always loved the Atlantic!!!! EXCUSE me...in case this hasn't already been asked...wasn't the Prowler a concept car? This message has been edited by Chromer on 02-12-2004 at 08:41 PM
ed monahan Prowler Junkie Posts: 33595 From: Cincinnati, OH Registered: JUL 2000	posted 02-12-2004 08:57 PM Unreal. There are some cool looking cars there, for sure.
CJ Prowler Junkie Posts: 18860 From: Rochester Hills, MI USA Registered: JUL 2000	posted 02-12-2004 09:42 PM Rich, Yes, that was the PT10 with the Viper engine!
Marc-Colo-99 Prowler Junkie Posts: 1614 From: Aurora, Colorado Registered: JUL 2000	posted 02-12-2004 09:49 PM Will you guys adopt me??? What a great day at the skunkworks. The "yeah it's got a hemi" neckerchief went out today.
Bob Miller Prowler Junkie Posts: 4576 From: Alexandria, Virginian USA Registered: OCT 2003	posted 02-12-2004 10:42 PM Looking at the photos, I feel like a kid in a candy store, but the candy isn't for sale. I love the Chronos! I can see James Bond pulling up in one of those babys. Thanks for sharing the great photos!
CJ Prowler Junkie Posts: 18860 From: Rochester Hills, MI USA Registered: JUL 2000	posted 02-13-2004 07:42 AM Bob........that's exactly what I said to the guys at MSX. That it must be like working in heaven every day!! The cars are so beautiful!! Marc.........the adoption papers went through a long time ago........we thought you knew that!!! Hmmmmmmmmm........I wonder if a tour of the MSX facility while you're here for Dream Cruise might be a cool thing to do?????? Thanks for the gift..........he will LOVE it!!
RADCAT RICH Prowler Junkie Posts: 2388 From: SUGAR LAND, TX. USA Registered: DEC 2003	posted 02-13-2004 09:04 AM Great pics CJ, thanks for sharing!
c.mangeng Prowler Junkie Posts: 419 From: Port Orchard, WA, USA Registered: FEB 2003	posted 02-13-2004 02:35 PM Thank you CJ. Very nice rides. Like many others, I would have liked seeing several of these built. I was waiting for the Howler to come on line and since it did not I went with the Prowler a trailer with no regrets. Craig
GenoTex Prowler Junkie Posts: 8492 From: Oakfield, WI, USA Registered: MAR 2002	posted 02-13-2004 03:58 PM quote: Originally posted by CJ: Hmmmmmmmmm........I wonder if a tour of the MSX facility while you're here for Dream Cruise might be a cool thing to do?????? ! Now That WOULD be Sweet!