59,370 Original Miles
Manual Transmission
3.5L V6
255 hp @ 6500 RPM*
258 lb/ft torque @ 3900 RPM*
Capable 0-60 MPH: 7.8 seconds
Top Speed: 138 mph
MSRP in 2002: $33,000
*Seller Asking:
$10,000
Fast Facts:
- The 300M (LH Platform) uses the same engine as the Plymouth Prowler and Intrepid R/T. The “Special” (launched in 2002) received numerous cosmetic upgrades as well as a slight bump in power (+2 hp, +3 ft lbs) – enough to make the Special’s V6 the most powerful iteration of Chrysler’s 3.5L V6
- The Special also came with a shorter final-drive ratio of 3.89 (vs 3.66 on the standard car
- Unfortunately, the Special wasn’t much (if at all) faster than the base model, as it gained 70lbs from the transformation over the base car (ground effects, dual exhaust, larger wheels/tires, more standard features, etc)
- The Special’s biggest appeal is arguably cosmetic: xenon headlamps, chrome-tipped dual exhaust (vs single exhaust on the base car), nicer wheels, body kit, leather-wrapped steering wheel, bespoke “waterfall” leather seats, and more
- The Special also receives handling upgrades that include performance-tuned suspension and lower ride height. Steering is also improved to a 17:1 ratio. At .82g, it pulled slightly higher skidpad numbers than Acura’s TL Type S (.81g)
- Braking performance is where the Special truly shines. Thanks to Euro-spec brakes, stiffer calipers, outboard-vented rotors, and higher-performance brake lines, the Special stops from 70 MPH in just 167 ft – only 4 feet shorter than the same year Porsche 911
Key Model Year Changes:
- First year of the Special
- ABS is updated to include electronic brake distribution
- Updated computer now consolidates engine/transmission controls
- LATCH child restraints are now built-in
- Revised evaporative emission monitoring was added
- 2003 MY sees a new 6 disc CD changer replace the 4 disc unit
- 2004 MY: first and only year of optional Sirius Satellite Radio and optional stereo with DVD-based GPS navigation
Seller Notes:
- 2nd owner
- Special edition
- Serviced at the same dealership since new
- Have all the maintenance records since 2002
- Clean title, never been in an accident
- 59k original miles
- Power seats, sunroof, cd player and much more
- Very clean car inside and out
- Location: Sacramento, California – (more photos below)
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*SAE rated from factory. May not reflect current output.
*Performance numbers pulled from either the factory brochure or reputable automotive road tests.
*Base price when new does not reflect original MSRP of this particular car, nor does it reflect what the original owner paid for it.
*Advertised price at time of posting. Sellers can raise or lower prices on their original ad at any time. Click on the original ad to view current price/availability.
*Performance numbers pulled from either the factory brochure or reputable automotive road tests.
*Base price when new does not reflect original MSRP of this particular car, nor does it reflect what the original owner paid for it.
*Advertised price at time of posting. Sellers can raise or lower prices on their original ad at any time. Click on the original ad to view current price/availability.
Mileage Disclaimer: NOC has not confirmed if the mileage stated by the seller is true and accurate. It is up to the buyer to verify these claims. Vehicle history reports, service records stating mileage, and even inspections of odometer tampering are recommended.
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