I've owned an '06 Chrysler Sebring for 11+ years. AMA

"nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul" (nfamouscj)
06/01/2018 at 20:03 • Filed to: None

DISCUSSION (44)

Alfalfa > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 20:18

Why not 2 Sebrings?

XJDano > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 20:18

What is plugged into that cord?

Captain of the Enterprise > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 20:19

1. Did you have to pick G3NGAR instead of GENGAR because someone took it first?

2. Is the hood real carbon fiber?

3. If you had to dye your hair a different color what would you choose?

4. If you had to pick one vehicle type (sedan, crossover, truck etc.) for the rest of your life (gas is paid for) what would you pick?

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > Captain of the Enterprise
06/01/2018 at 20:21

Yes (that bastard). Coincidentally I get asked why I have that plate when I’m not a ginger.

Yes actual carbon fiber.

Maybe I should go full ginger and match the plate better.

Pagani Zonda Monza no matter how difficult it would be to DD and would instantly bankrupt me once something breaks.

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > XJDano
06/01/2018 at 20:22

Right now nothing. It was out for a hedge trimmer. But that is the Stringbeans umbilical cord when I’m on call (sits for 2 weeks while I drive a company vehicle).

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > Alfalfa
06/01/2018 at 20:23

The laundry list of minor repairs I’ve done over the years. And parts are becoming scarce.

TheTurbochargedSquirrel > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 20:24

Ok, who actually makes a carbon fiber hood for a freaking Sebring?

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > TheTurbochargedSquirrel
06/01/2018 at 20:26

Its actually for a Stratus sedan (interchangeable). It’s been years, was the only one left in stock and I forgot the brand.

someassemblyrequired > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 20:26

I’m guessing it’s not the 2.7... if it is, good work sir.

Captain of the Enterprise > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 20:28

Solid answers! Lol

I like the plate anyway

Is someone making carbon fiber hoods for Sebrings? I wouldn’t have thought that was being done. It does work very well on your car though. I think the color of the paint goes with it very well.

Much respect for the Zonda pick

Kinja'd!!!

I hadn’t seen that variation yet!

TheTurbochargedSquirrel > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 20:28

Follow up: Why would someone make a carbon fiber hood for a Stratus?

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > someassemblyrequired
06/01/2018 at 20:28

Actually it is the dreaded 2.7. But the ‘06 (I think ‘04+) were the post class action and non sludge engines. That 01-03 range... Those cylinder heads were legit fudge factories.

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > TheTurbochargedSquirrel
06/01/2018 at 20:32

Probably because the Stratus RT existed and there was a small enough following that would think that’s a good idea.

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > Captain of the Enterprise
06/01/2018 at 20:33

Making? No. Made? Yes. A few. Apparently mine was the last the seller had access to and is actually a Stratus Sedan hood.

And yes, the Zonda and it’s 31 Flavors

someassemblyrequired > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 20:37

Yep they were bad. Buddy had to junk his at 78K - he had it less than 7yrs, bought it new and took good care of the car. Glad you’ve had better luck!

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > someassemblyrequired
06/01/2018 at 20:39

Once I learned about the 2.7 I immediately switched to synthetic and other than some valve tick it’s been cooperative engine-wise. Everything else... Not so much. But nothing excessive or that I couldn’t fix myself.

S65 > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 20:44

Of all the cars, what made you pick a Sebring?

Maxima Speed > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 20:47

Does it have the battery in the wheel well like the Stratus and if so, on a scale of 1 to “exploding head” how much does this annoy you.

someassemblyrequired > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 20:47

That sounds like every FCA product since the Dodge Brothers were putting them together.

Fun fact: a good friend of mine was a Dodge, and his family owned a Lincoln-Mercury dealer.

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > Maxima Speed
06/01/2018 at 20:50

Oh its in the wheel well for sure.

First time the battery was 100% flat. Had to swap it when it was 20° F out.

Its a pain in the ass but I just accept it as it is now.

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > S65
06/01/2018 at 20:51

Got myself a grown up job. Wanted a cruiser, convertible. Liked the styling and leather interior. Then it just evolved into the mutant that it is today.

Urambo Tauro > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 20:54

I had a bad experience wrenching on one of these, and have disliked them ever since. I gotta admit- they do look kinda classy (especially in that Graphite grey color, like the ’04 2.7L that one of my brothers had). But I never drove it or anything.

So, why a Sebring? What are its best qualities that I’m clearly overlooking? Was this one a daily driver that became more than a daily driver? Please tell me it’s more than just Stockholm syndrome. I’m sure you know much more than I do about how much of a hassle these cars can be. What makes it worth it?

XJDano > TheTurbochargedSquirrel
06/01/2018 at 20:55

Because SNL.

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > Urambo Tauro
06/01/2018 at 21:00

Oh it’s definitely Stockholm syndrome.

Its (was) a cruiser and convertible. I like the styling and leather interior. The 2.7 can go when you give it the beans.

But now that it’s been paid off for quite some time I’ve grown used to not having a car payment. Granted I will be picking up a truck soon but that’s another story .

Urambo Tauro > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 21:03

What’s next for the Sebring? Is it just the way you like it? Any upcoming mods? Or is the truck coming to replace it?

!!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!!

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > Urambo Tauro
06/01/2018 at 21:11

Going to lower it again. It’ll get some new wheels and tires. I like the TSW volcanos it has now but they’re only 17 .. it can fit 18.

Ill keep it when I get the truck. The resale value is next to nothing so it’s worth far more to me.

HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 21:25

My dad had an ‘03 Stratus SXT with the 4-cylinder. Solid car, until the head gasket went poof. Mostly because my dad didn’t take care of it, he even admitted, but it lasted us a good 10 years still. 2013 it was replaced with my CR-V. Every time I see that gen Sebring/Stratus it brings back memories.

DipodomysDeserti > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 21:25

I like that the answer to, “who the hell makes a CF hood for a Sebring ?” is, “it’s actually for a Stratus.”

Kinja'd!!!

jimz > Maxima Speed
06/01/2018 at 21:28

yes, the JA/JR/JS Sebring/200 kept the battery in the wheelwell up until MY2014. which is how you can tell when someone says the ‘07-up Sebring/Avenger were on a “Mitsubishi platform” they haven’t the faintest clue what they’re talking about.

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute
06/01/2018 at 21:40

I think they got a bad rep, far worse than they warranted. After that they just became the kicking mule really. If you really look you’ll see they are everywhere though

Dogsatemypants > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 22:20

Why?

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > Dogsatemypants
06/01/2018 at 22:24

Comfortable affordable cruiser convertible. First car after first grown up job (was 20). Paid it off then got used to no car payment and turned it into something fun. Who mods a Sebring?

Tristan > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 23:14

I legitimately like this generation of the Sebring convertible, and I really like what you’ve done with yours. Several years ago (7 or 8ish) my sister offered me her 2005 Touring convertible for a mere $2,500. I just remember how comfy it was and that it was a convertible with a real, usable back seat. I nearly bought it, but it was bad timing.

I guess I have no questions...

TheD0k_2many toys 2little time > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/01/2018 at 23:42

what magic do you possess?

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > Tristan
06/01/2018 at 23:49

Why thank you. It’s definitely the modified of what people don’t modify so I appreciate that.

As a throwaway ceuisiser they’re great , even if you come across another

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > TheD0k_2many toys 2little time
06/01/2018 at 23:51

No matter what setting the toaster is on, if I’m within range the toast pops black and charred.

PatBateman > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/02/2018 at 00:15

Do you have a stepfather? And, if so, how badly does he beat you? I bet it’s bad.

BigBlock440 > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/02/2018 at 00:57

All the more reason to keep a 2nd on hand.

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > PatBateman
06/02/2018 at 06:31

With jumper cables?

Hah, nah. Surprisingly this purchase was my own doing.

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > BigBlock440
06/02/2018 at 06:34

Funny thing is my mother tells me it’s going to nickel and dime me to death. Sure I could spend $30 here or $60 there, but that’s not every single month like a car payment.

Long-Voyager > TheTurbochargedSquirrel
06/02/2018 at 07:02

Carbon Creations makes one for the Stratus sedan, which is the same car.

Long-Voyager > Urambo Tauro
06/02/2018 at 07:07

Owned an 06 Stratus sedan for a while. Surprisingly, they are quite fun to drive and fun to modify.

The 2.7L is a rev-happy V6 that makes decent power for a car it’s size and takes well to simple mods/tuning. The transmission is stout, quick shifting, and quite fun when shifted manually. The suspension has a decent feel in stock trim, tight/responsive, yet compliant.

Over the course of 5 yrs and 206k miles, I upgraded numerous components. Outside of upgrades and meticulous maintenance, the car never gave me an issue.

Long-Voyager > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/02/2018 at 07:10

Good on you!

I owned an 06 Sedan for a while, I still miss that car. It was loads of fun (modified/tuned), got great mileage, and was hella reliable.

Dogsatemypants > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
06/02/2018 at 08:36

Oh sir, the things I have seen. “Performance “ mods to bodge jobs. You ask who, mostly weird old dudes who like their seabrings way too much or packleds whose ship won’t go.