Not many cars have been on the road for more than fifty years. As time passes, the economy changes, people’s desires change and manufacturers keep trying new and improved ideas.
The Chrysler 300 first hit the road in 1955 and was sold until 1979. During that time, owners could choose from various designs. After almost a 20-year absence, Chrysler brought the 300 back with no V8, no 2-door model and no convertible.
Fast forward even more, and the 300 has seen some powerful updates. Snoop Dogg was a proud owner in 2004, giving the car an image that Chrysler had not intended. 2005 saw the coming of the 300C with the 5.7-litre HEMI V8 and 340 hp. A few mild styling updates come out in 2008 and in 2009, they added variable timing to the HEMI V8, increasing horsepower to 350.
This new-for-2011 model is more handsome to look at than the outgoing design, and I think it will appeal to a wider range of potential customers. It sports a beautiful new, seven-blade front grille and signature ‘key slot’ headlights. The liquid chrome finish on the blades looks absolutely gorgeous.
The distinctive profile of this Chrysler 300 has basically the same proportions as the last design, but more refined. The front fenders are striking. The integrated rear decklid spoiler has also given the new 300 an impressive rear presence. I almost think I like the look of this from the back end better than from the front.
The LED taillamps and signature ‘light pipes’ are seamlessly connected with a chrome appliqué. Also adding to the impressive rear end design are two fascia-mounted, oval-shaped exhaust tips.
With feedback from over 4,000 people, Chrysler found that the number one reason they would not buy the previous 300 was because of lack of visibility. Chrysler listened. The windshield has been raised three inches to improve both aerodynamics and outward visibility and more glass has been added to side windows to increase the field of view by 15%.
The Chrysler 300 first hit the road in 1955 and was sold until 1979. During that time, owners could choose from various designs. After almost a 20-year absence, Chrysler brought the 300 back with no V8, no 2-door model and no convertible.
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| The distinctive profile of this Chrysler 300 has basically the same proportions as the last design, but more refined. (Photo: Chrysler) |
Fast forward even more, and the 300 has seen some powerful updates. Snoop Dogg was a proud owner in 2004, giving the car an image that Chrysler had not intended. 2005 saw the coming of the 300C with the 5.7-litre HEMI V8 and 340 hp. A few mild styling updates come out in 2008 and in 2009, they added variable timing to the HEMI V8, increasing horsepower to 350.
This new-for-2011 model is more handsome to look at than the outgoing design, and I think it will appeal to a wider range of potential customers. It sports a beautiful new, seven-blade front grille and signature ‘key slot’ headlights. The liquid chrome finish on the blades looks absolutely gorgeous.
The distinctive profile of this Chrysler 300 has basically the same proportions as the last design, but more refined. The front fenders are striking. The integrated rear decklid spoiler has also given the new 300 an impressive rear presence. I almost think I like the look of this from the back end better than from the front.
The LED taillamps and signature ‘light pipes’ are seamlessly connected with a chrome appliqué. Also adding to the impressive rear end design are two fascia-mounted, oval-shaped exhaust tips.
With feedback from over 4,000 people, Chrysler found that the number one reason they would not buy the previous 300 was because of lack of visibility. Chrysler listened. The windshield has been raised three inches to improve both aerodynamics and outward visibility and more glass has been added to side windows to increase the field of view by 15%.
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| Also adding to the impressive rear end design are two fascia-mounted, oval-shaped exhaust tips. (Photo: Chrysler) |