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Originally Posted by rolin7
Hey guys
I’m seriously considering a 300c at the moment but I have a few questions
1, I notice the local model doesn’t have navigation, I’m happy to buy a stock navi unit out of the us and ship it. And I would go as far as to assume that if there is a current aussie Chrysler or Jeep has factory navigation then the disk would work in a modified 300c. But do any local Jeeps or Chryslers have factory navi, alternatively is there any other tricks to get a factory looking navi system?
2, I saw on Tv that Universal Air make an airbag kit for the 300c, does anyone have one, and if so how does it handle? If not how much would you guys recommend lowering the car before it becomes annoying and are there any local manufacturers who have kits to do this?
3, how much room is there in the back seat, I’m a 6’4” guy and will occasionally be sitting in the back seat, will I fit?
4, how movable are Chrysler on the price of these things? Is it possible to negotiate a bargain?
5, what size rims would you guys recommend, I’m thinking 22” is this too big? Or does the car look better with even bigger rims?
6, is the AWD model available here?
7, what is the sound system like, if its crap then is it possible to upgrade it without making it look custom?
8, does anyone know how far away and how the pricing is going to be on the SRT8, its it going to be worth the cash over the standard hemi?
9, are there any stupid design flaws with the car and how is the quality of the interior plastics after a year or so
sorry for all the questions I just want to make sure it’s the right thing for me before I go and waste a salesman’s time
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Welcome rolin7. I'll try and get you started on some of your questions.
Check out the other thread "Aussie: Post your mods....." for some background on the Sav Nav.
There is another Aussie who has committed to bagging his 300C, price was circa $6.5k. Not sure which thread but look around and of course use the search feature.
Rear seat leg room is okay, similar to a Commodore or Falcon but nowhere near as much as a Statesman. There is a VHA (upmarket taxi) using a 300C here in Melbourne and they only use Statesmans, Fairlanes, Mercs & BMWs. Best advise is to check out a 300C in person.
Umm, pricing. Good luck getting a cent off a 300C. the waiting list is out to May/June for new orders.
Heaps of North American 300C with 22" and bigger. Just be very very careful of potholes and destroyed rims. Look around the forum and do some searches once again.
No AWD for OZ planned.
300C HEMI sound system is outstanding. Premium Boston Acoustics 380 watt with sub.
SRT8, first batch should be delivered to owners early May and are all probably presold. 300C HEMI with sunroof RRP drive away in Victoria $69,300. Expect the SRT8 to be circa high $80k. It is worth it? Personal decision but 318 Kw, Brembos, 20" wheels, and other goodies sounds good to me.
No flaws as such. HEMI 57 has a little too soft ride (especially in the rear) for me. That is about it.
They are outstanding cars with price, performance, features, style, build quality, excellent NVH, reasonable economy, etc, etc.
Take a long hard look at one and make upyour own mind.
Hey and where are you located??