Used 2004 Chrysler 300M
Buying Guide for the Chrysler 300M:
Back for another year of adventure,
the 2004 Chrysler 300M hopes to keep the momentum going from
2003. The 300M is a four-door, near-luxury sedan that seats
five without a hitch. Offered in a standard base model and
a performance-driven Special model, the 300M is a modest vehicle
that provides plenty of comfort, a nice touch of style and
enough power to get you where you need to go.
The 300M has the same basic
structure as its brother the Concorde and its cousin the Dodge
Intrepid. As such, all three are given a similar upgrade in
construction for 2004. They are built on a new "LX"
platform that trades front-wheel drive and "cab forward"
architecture for rear drive. This results is a longer wheelbase
and more conventional looks.
Under the Hood
The life force of the 2004
Chrysler 300M is a 3.5-liter V6 engine. It generates 250 horsepower
at 6400 rpm and 250 lb-ft of torque at 3900 rpm. The engine
inside the Special is given a bit of a performance tweek,
resulting in an output of 255 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of
torque. Both models have four-speed automatic transmission
with a manual shift feature.
The 300M’s sophisticated underpinning
has a four-wheel, fully independent suspension that is available
in three states of tune. There is standard touring, an optional
performance upgrade for maximum cornering power (part of the
Performance Handling Group), and sport-tuned (standard on
the Special). All 300M models are equipped with traction control,
antilock 4-wheel disc brakes and dual front airbags. Front
side airbags are optional.
Standard Features, Options
Packages and Style
The 2004 Chrysler 300M is
fitted with a number of premium appointments to make long
rides enjoyable. Leather upholstery is standard, as is an
Infinity AM/FM/CD player, an analog clock, air conditioning
with automatic climate control and a trip computer. For those
cold days, heated driver and front passenger seats will certainly
come in handy. A memory system for the radio, driver seat
and mirrors remembers everything for you.
There are a number options
packages and individual add-ons to choose from. The Performance
Handling Group infuses the base 300M with a bit more bite
and handling capability. Satellite radio, a navigation system,
a power sunroof and special paint are also available.
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