Chrysler 300C Sedan With 3000cc Engine Selling Cheaper Than A New Volkswagen Virtus GT
If you are in the market to buy a sedan under Rs 22 lakh, most likely the first car you’ll think of buying is the Volkswagen Virtus GT 1.5 TSI. However, what if we told you that for the same price, you can get an American muscle sedan? Yes, you heard that right. For exactly Rs 22 lakh, you can get a pristine-condition Chrysler 300C sedan. The main perk of this sedan, you may ask? Well, you get a massive 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine.
This particular Chrysler 300C sedan is currently available for sale on Facebook Marketplace. As per the listing, the sedan is located in Mumbai. It is a 2008 model and is registered in the Raigad district of Maharashtra. It is a single-owner vehicle, and the complete export duty has been paid. Here is the link to this Chrysler 300C.
The seller of this particular Chrysler 300C is asking Rs 22 lakh. However, what makes it an even more amazing deal is that there is still room for negotiation. Now, coming to the condition of this particular muscle sedan, finished in a lovely shade of silver. It can be noted that it has been kept in mint condition.
Condition of this Chrysler 300C
From the pictures, the only visible issue that can be noted is that the front right headlight has become dull. Apart from this, there are no visible dents or scratches on the front of the vehicle. Like all the Chrysler 300C sedans, this one also boasts a massive grille at the front.
Many people used to call this sedan the “American Bentley” as it looks very similar. This particular car also gets LED fog lights and HID projector headlights. There are also headlight washers integrated into this sedan as well.
Moving on to the side profile, this sedan comes equipped with 18-inch, five-spoke alloy wheels, which come with thick tyres. For those who may not be aware, the thick sidewalls of the tyres provide the car with a very comfortable ride. It can be noted that there are no scratches or issues on the side profile of this sedan as well.
As for the rear, the sedan has been kept in perfect condition. There is no discoloration on the taillights, and all the badges and mouldings are intact. Additionally, the sedan also gets reverse parking sensors and a chrome strip on the boot. The seller has also shared a picture of the interior, and it also looks in immaculate condition.
Chrysler 300C Engine Specifications
This particular model, as mentioned, is equipped with a massive 3.0-litre V6 diesel motor. For those who may not be aware, this engine was sourced from Mercedes-Benz. It makes 215 bhp of maximum power and 510 Nm of torque. As for the transmission, it comes mated to a 5-speed automatic gearbox.
The Chrysler 300C is capable of hitting a top speed of 230 kmph. Also, what sets it apart is that all 215 bhp of power is sent to the rear wheels. This means that this muscle sedan is best for doing donuts and burnouts (of course, on a closed road or circuit).
Apart from this particular engine, the Chrysler 300C was also offered with an even bigger engine. There was a 5.7-litre V8 HEMI engine on offer as well, which made over 340 bhp and 529 Nm of torque. What is even more impressive is that despite this massive engine, it offers a mileage of 10 kmpl.
Should You Buy This Chrysler 300C?
Well, if you are a true performance enthusiast and can work around a slightly dated interior, then we would suggest you definitely consider this particular Chrysler 300C sedan. However, if you want the latest technology in your vehicle and modern reliability, then you should go for the Virtus GT.