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Chrysler adds even more horsepower to HEMI(R) with new Chrysler 300C SRT8

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Khatir Soltani

All four wheels feature stout performance calipers developed by Brembo --well-known in racing and high-performance circles -- equipped with fourpistons for even clamping performance. Up front, the Chrysler 300C SRT8 has360 x 32mm vented rotors, with 350 x 26mm vented rotors in the rear.

Interior

Befitting its high-performance character, the new 2005 Chrysler 300C SRT8offers power-adjustable sport seats up front that are fitted with performancesuede inserts (matched in the rear seats), which hold the occupants duringspirited driving. Seats are also equipped with heat and memory functions that,when paired with the adjustable pedal cluster, may be adjustable to everydriver.

Steering wheel, shifter and door pulls are covered with "technical"leather trim for more positive grip. Other SRT-only trim includes specialfinishing on the steering wheel, door pulls, door trim and centre stack.

Full instrumentation, including a 300 km/h (180 mph) speedometer,tachometer and temperature gauges ensure the driver can monitor crucialfunctions.

Premium amenities within the Chrysler 300C SRT8 cabin include a standardAM/FM stereo radio with six-disc CD changer powering a seven-speaker BostonAcoustics speaker system, with steering wheel-mounted controls.

Heating and cooling adjustments are via an automatic temperature controlsystem with dual-zone controls and infrared temperature sensing. Otherstandard features of the Chrysler 300C SRT8 include an electronic vehicleinformation centre with 128 customer-programmable features.

The Chrysler 300C SRT8 interior is offered in a Light Greystone/DarkSlate colour scheme.

Exterior

Street and Racing Technology DNA is evident in the new 2005 Chrysler 300CSRT8 exterior styling, in a sophisticated treatment that resonates with theChrysler brand's premium character.

Modified front and rear fascias help direct air flow, particularlythrough unique ducts that help cool the brakes. In addition, a speciallydesigned rear deck spoiler, while refined in appearance, is also functional --increasing rear downforce by 39 percent without increasing drag.

Other unique touches to the Chrysler 300C SRT8's exterior include body-colour front and rear bumper inserts, body-colour grille insert withchrome collar, body-colour mirrors and door handles, and unique SRT badging.

Two exterior colours are available: Bright Silver and Brilliant Black.

Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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