"DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!" (daft-ryosuke)
08/07/2018 at 18:08 • Filed to: None
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"DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!" (daft-ryosuke)
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I don’t pay much attention to Daimler-Chrysler Chrysler vehicles, except for the occasional SRT-8 300C, SRT-6 Crossfire, or PT Cruiser Turbo. But sometimes, I do give them a passing glance, and I see a small rectangular badge on the front fender that says, “W.P. Chrysler Signature Series.”
While most special editions I understand, this one I just can’t wrap my head around. Most of these Chryslers that wear the Signature Series badge seem like base models at most, nothing interesting about the paint or packaging at all. Does anyone know what the Chrysler Signature Series is all about? Is there more to them than meets the eye?
ToyotaFamily
> DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
08/07/2018 at 18:23 |
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They’re long wheelbase. Tray tables in the back too.
Wobbles the Mind
> DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
08/07/2018 at 18:26 |
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“The 2005 Chrysler 300 Touring marks the return of the Great American car with a combination of elegance, confidence, power and value. The Signature Series package adds a no-charge AM/FM/six-disc CD radio with Global Positioning System (GPS) and DVD-based full screen navigation system, W.P. Chrysler Signature Series badges, unique Deep Slate Gray/Light Greystone two-tone leather-trimmed seats, SIRIUS® Satellite radio with one-year subscription provided by SIRIUS, Boston Acoustics six-speaker, 276-watt system, and power sun roof with express open/close. Paint colors include Linen Gold Metallic, Midnight Blue Pearl Coat, Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat, Bright Silver Metallic and Magnesium Pearl Coat. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the Chrysler 300 Touring Signature Series package is $2,185."
If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent
> DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
08/07/2018 at 18:27 |
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They bundled a lot of popular options (navigation, sunroof, etc) for no extra charge as a celebration of the company’s heritage.
I think some of them also had unique color options. Which is silly because Chryslers always look best in black.
Jake - Has Bad Luck So You Don't Have To
> DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
08/07/2018 at 18:30 |
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LWB version I believe.
Maxima Speed
> DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
08/07/2018 at 18:34 |
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Do you have a moment to talk about our Lord and Savior?
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DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
> Jake - Has Bad Luck So You Don't Have To
08/07/2018 at 18:34 |
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Maybe in the case of the 300, but a LWB PT Cruiser?
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DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
> Maxima Speed
08/07/2018 at 18:35 |
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If it couldn’t save Chrysler, I don’t see how it could save anyone.
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Maxima Speed
> DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
08/07/2018 at 19:03 |
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Heretic! Know ye not, that the Chrysler 200 is the greatest car ever built?
i86hotdogs
> DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
08/07/2018 at 19:13 |
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Owned one, a 300 in the Magnesium Pearl. Loved that car until its demise.
ranwhenparked
> Jake - Has Bad Luck So You Don't Have To
08/07/2018 at 19:16 |
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No, those were just called the 300 Long Wheelbase, and came in base and 300C versions. The Walter P. Chrysler Signature Series was just a package of commonly ordered options offered at a discounted price, with special upholstery, paint, and badges.
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ranwhenparked
> DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
08/07/2018 at 19:18 |
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This was during the period when DaimlerChrysler was still making a half assed attempt to return Chrysler to premium status, in between Dodge and Mercedes-Benz. Playing up their heritage and doing a classy-sounding special edition was supposed to be part of that.
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DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
> ranwhenparked
08/07/2018 at 19:29 |
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There was a 300C Heritage Edition that also came out around the same time that basically consisted of Red/White/Blue badges and special emblems embroidered on the seats. I think they had special RWB colors too.
They really did try, and they almost convinced me at the time.
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DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
> ToyotaFamily
08/07/2018 at 19:31 |
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I just found out that the LWB was actually called the WP Chrysler Executive series.
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ranwhenparked
> DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
08/07/2018 at 19:35 |
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If they had spent just a little more money on quality interior materials and better fit and finish/quality control, they might have pulled it off. But Daimler wasn’t interested in writing those checks.
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ToyotaFamily
> DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
08/07/2018 at 20:14 |
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Oops, didn’t even notice it said Signature. I’ve actually seen like 10 of the LWB ones, they look nice imo.
I like cars: Jim Spanfeller is one ugly motherfucker
> ToyotaFamily
08/07/2018 at 20:49 |
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ooh baby
Dr.Jeckyl
> DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
08/07/2018 at 22:26 |
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Signature Series 300 Touring as shown: $31,235*
The 2007 Signature Series vehicles showcase Walter P. Chrysler’s ever-enduring passion and pride for the automobile. For 2007, four exceptional Chrysler vehicles are included in this special collection: Chrysler 300, Town & Country, PT Cruiser, and Pacifica. Each features a unique interior, leather-wrapped steering wheel, Walter P. Chrysler badging, and popular “no-extra-charge” equipment. Sculpted with style that sets them apart, this collection, as with each of our offerings, is designed with technology that combines both intuition and innovation. It is the kind of accessible innovation drivers everywhere have come to expect from the vehicles of Chrysler, and a collection that represents vehicles and values upon which we think Walter P. Chrysler would have proudly signed his name. The Signature Series 300 Touring includes:
DVD-based in-radio GPS Navigation System that includes the Boston Acoustics ® six-speaker, 276-watt stereo system with AM/FM in-dash six-disc CD and MP3 player at no extra charge (a $1,495 value†)
Walter P. Chrysler Signature Series badging
SIRIUS ® Satellite Radio‡ with one-year subscription provided by SIRIUS
Unique two-tone leather-trimmed interior
Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
Standard 250-horsepower 3.5-liter 24-valve High Output V6 engine with 5-speed AutoStick ® transmission
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)§
Four-wheel disc antilock brakes (ABS) with all-speed traction control and Brake Assist
Power 8-way driver’s seat
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel
New 17-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels
New fully chromed heritage-style grille
Choice of exterior colors¶: Inferno Red Crystal Pearl, Bright Silver Metallic, Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl, linen Gold Pearl, Cool Vanilla, Steel Blue Metallic, Marine Blue Pearl, Silver Steel Metallic
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Dr.Jeckyl
> Dr.Jeckyl
08/07/2018 at 22:29 |
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I think it was a bump in horsepower and torque as well. Funny enough, I was just doing a bit of research today on replacing a timing belt on a 3.5L and came across info for the signature series.
StndIbnz, Drives a MSRT8
> DaftRyosuke - So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
08/08/2018 at 08:39 |
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Those also had the SRT seats in them, which were very nice.