Would you guys buy a Chrysler product at below dealer cost (as 789 dealers close)? - Toyota Yaris Forums

Kal-El · 05-17-2009, 05:44 PM

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/30794379//

There are essentially 44,000 cars and trucks that "must go" within the next few weeks.

Would you guys take advantage and get a killer deal on a Chrysler product?

Even if it means potential problems in the future if Chrysler doesn't make it?

And very bad resale value?

If I didn't love my Yaris so much, I'd consider it if I the deal was right on the right car. Dodge Caliber maybe. But I know that it would have to be a keeper to get my money's worth.

Vote!

(please excuse the poll typo)

*tk-421* · 05-17-2009, 05:52 PM

I'd go for a Crossfire if they still have one of those around. My favourite Chrysler by far.

*jclo3313* · 05-17-2009, 05:53 PM

Dodge Ram or a Challenger R/T

Kal-El · 05-17-2009, 06:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jclo3313

Dodge Ram or a Challenger R/T

You're not going to get deals on Challengers.

Other than that and Viper, you will on pretty much all other models though.

Of course, all the good stuff will be gone quick.

BailOut · 05-17-2009, 06:58 PM

My last vehicle was a 1999 Dodge Stratus that had lots of specific issues and even more general issues. I kept it alive until 138,000 miles but after 115k or so employees from all over the dealership would come to look at it when it was getting worked on as it was so odd to see a Stratus on the road with that kind of mileage.

While not my first problematic American car it was the one that pushed me over the edge into never buying American again. So, no, I don't care what specials they offer. You'd have to pay me to take one of their vehicles now.

tuckevalastin · 05-17-2009, 07:08 PM

would buy one without a doubt if I had any need at all for another vehicle but the family vehicles are all fairly new. I'd consider trading the Yaris in for one too but since the dealerships are closing I doubt they need any extra used vehicles... so looks like I'm staying right where I'm at.

SilverBack · 05-17-2009, 07:29 PM

As nice as the Charger looks still I'd never get a Chrysler. If the one I buy breaks down (and you know it will), who's gonna fix it? One of the tumbleweeds at the place I got it from? Also towing it way out of my way to another dealership sounds totally pointless. IMHO It's not worth it, for any price

Kal-El · 05-17-2009, 07:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tuckevalastin

would buy one without a doubt if I had any need at all for another vehicle but the family vehicles are all fairly new. I'd consider trading the Yaris in for one too but since the dealerships are closing I doubt they need any extra used vehicles... so looks like I'm staying right where I'm at.

That's the other thing. They won't be giving much on trades. The cars they take in will immediately be sold to wholesalers. And wholesalers don't give top dollar either. Although it may not be any different than normal since dealers always low ball trades anyway to allow a profit.

*Astroman* · 05-17-2009, 07:46 PM

I've had three, and managed to thankfully sell the first one before it got to bad. First was a '87 Dodge Omni, 2.2L carbed, auto. No reverse @ 90k miles, power steering ate itself and I had to install manual steering system, no power (but great MPG), sold it to my dumb Ex for a grand with the only upgrades being stereo and nice 16's.

Second was a '92 Dodge Caravan fully loaded, 3.3L V6, auto. At 135k miles it dropped a valve, ruining the engine. Turns out the 3.3L is next to impossible to find, and a 3.0L won't bolt to the 3.3L auto tranny.

3rd was my '89 Chrysler LeBaron GTC conv. 2.5L turbo, modded to 350hp. Caught fire twice, the 2nd time it totalled the car.

No chrsylers for me thanks.

GeneW · 05-17-2009, 09:51 PM

Only owned one Chysler, a 79 LeBaron. Never again.

I've heard that Chryslers from the 1990s have a neat habit - when they get into their fifties they take up smoking.

Gene

*kimona* · 05-17-2009, 09:56 PM

They'd have to be giving them away... and the waiting line would have to be very short, and the weather pleasant, and I'd have to have absolutely nothing else to do...

GeneW · 05-17-2009, 10:06 PM

One of the guys at work said to me a few months ago, "I'm getting a Chrysler Pickup. It has a lifetime warranty!"

I looked at him and asked, "Whose lifetime? Yours or Chryslers?"

Gene

Tamago · 05-17-2009, 10:36 PM

would you considering buying a piece of junk simply because it's cheap?

yes???

then you're a woman

supmet · 05-17-2009, 10:38 PM

^^

I'd take a chrysler 300 for a couple grand... if they let me finance at 0% over 30 years

kustom play · 05-17-2009, 10:42 PM

includes jeep?

i would pick up another jeep

jdinrc · 05-18-2009, 12:56 AM

I had a 2008 Sebring convertable for a rental on one business trip. The only good thing about it was putting the top down, and you really had to if you wanted to see out of the car. The windshield tilted back so steeply that you could hardly see and the rear window was tiny. The ride was just OK, not great. No Chrysler for me, unless it's something like a '68 Roadrunner.

slvryaris · 05-18-2009, 01:53 AM

Please buy a Dodge Ram with a Cummins :). Currently on layoff from my CMEP plant due to the restructuring of Chrysler. Wait for the new engine coming out...it will knock your socks off.

LtNoogie · 05-18-2009, 02:05 AM

I've been happy with my Jeep, other than the crappy gas mileage.

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05-17-2009, 05:44 PM	#1
Kal-El Drives: 07 Yaris S Sedan 5-Speed Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 2,179	Would you guys buy a Chrysler product at below dealer cost (as 789 dealers close)? http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/30794379// There are essentially 44,000 cars and trucks that "must go" within the next few weeks. Would you guys take advantage and get a killer deal on a Chrysler product? Even if it means potential problems in the future if Chrysler doesn't make it? And very bad resale value? If I didn't love my Yaris so much, I'd consider it if I the deal was right on the right car. Dodge Caliber maybe. But I know that it would have to be a keeper to get my money's worth. Vote! (please excuse the poll typo)

05-17-2009, 05:52 PM	#2
tk-421 Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: 5D-07-LB Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Dagobah Posts: 4,263	I'd go for a Crossfire if they still have one of those around. My favourite Chrysler by far. __________________ --[ FORUM RULES ]--[ SEARCHING TIPS ]--[ EYELIDS PICS ]--[ RBK SPOILER ]--[ BEST/WORST INVESTMENTS ]--

05-17-2009, 05:53 PM	#3
jclo3313 Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: Absolutely red Liftback Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Woodstock, Ga Posts: 7,816	Dodge Ram or a Challenger R/T __________________ Obama Can't Gymkhana!

05-17-2009, 06:58 PM	#5
BailOut Steals terrorist's lunch View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris Liftback Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Reno, Nevada, USA Posts: 1,299	My last vehicle was a 1999 Dodge Stratus that had lots of specific issues and even more general issues. I kept it alive until 138,000 miles but after 115k or so employees from all over the dealership would come to look at it when it was getting worked on as it was so odd to see a Stratus on the road with that kind of mileage. While not my first problematic American car it was the one that pushed me over the edge into never buying American again. So, no, I don't care what specials they offer. You'd have to pay me to take one of their vehicles now. __________________ - Brian Share the Road I often carry 2 carpool passengers and mountain bikes or snowboards/skis over a 4,500 foot elevation difference. Click the graphic above to see my detailed mileage logs.

05-17-2009, 07:08 PM	#6
tuckevalastin View User's Garage Drives: 2008 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Delaware/Connecticut Posts: 609	would buy one without a doubt if I had any need at all for another vehicle but the family vehicles are all fairly new. I'd consider trading the Yaris in for one too but since the dealerships are closing I doubt they need any extra used vehicles... so looks like I'm staying right where I'm at. __________________

05-17-2009, 07:29 PM	#7
SilverBack Joey View User's Garage Drives: '14 Scion xD 5-speed Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: El Monte, Ca Posts: 3,529	As nice as the Charger looks still I'd never get a Chrysler. If the one I buy breaks down (and you know it will), who's gonna fix it? One of the tumbleweeds at the place I got it from? Also towing it way out of my way to another dealership sounds totally pointless. IMHO It's not worth it, for any price __________________ Formerly owned Met-Met. '07 Yaris LB 5-speed. A forum post should be like a skirt: Long enough to cover the subject but short enough to keep things interesting. "I don't have an anger problem. I have an idiot problem." -Hank Hill

05-17-2009, 07:46 PM	#9
Astroman Modded Moderator View User's Garage Drives: 07 Toyota Yaris, 71 Galaxie Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Wenatchee, WA Posts: 3,670	I've had three, and managed to thankfully sell the first one before it got to bad. First was a '87 Dodge Omni, 2.2L carbed, auto. No reverse @ 90k miles, power steering ate itself and I had to install manual steering system, no power (but great MPG), sold it to my dumb Ex for a grand with the only upgrades being stereo and nice 16's. Second was a '92 Dodge Caravan fully loaded, 3.3L V6, auto. At 135k miles it dropped a valve, ruining the engine. Turns out the 3.3L is next to impossible to find, and a 3.0L won't bolt to the 3.3L auto tranny. 3rd was my '89 Chrysler LeBaron GTC conv. 2.5L turbo, modded to 350hp. Caught fire twice, the 2nd time it totalled the car. No chrsylers for me thanks. __________________ Please visit my online store for computer stuff and Official Yarisworld decals!

05-17-2009, 09:51 PM	#10
GeneW Banned Drives: 2008 Yaris Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,034	Only owned one Chysler, a 79 LeBaron. Never again. I've heard that Chryslers from the 1990s have a neat habit - when they get into their fifties they take up smoking. Gene

05-17-2009, 09:56 PM	#11
kimona Super Moderator Drives: 2014 White VITZ Join Date: May 2007 Location: Huntington Bch, CA Posts: 4,938	They'd have to be giving them away... and the waiting line would have to be very short, and the weather pleasant, and I'd have to have absolutely nothing else to do...

05-17-2009, 10:06 PM	#12
GeneW Banned Drives: 2008 Yaris Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,034	One of the guys at work said to me a few months ago, "I'm getting a Chrysler Pickup. It has a lifetime warranty!" I looked at him and asked, "Whose lifetime? Yours or Chryslers?" Gene

05-17-2009, 10:38 PM	#14
supmet Banned View User's Garage Drives: 2007 4 Door Yaris Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Southern California Posts: 1,357	^^ I'd take a chrysler 300 for a couple grand... if they let me finance at 0% over 30 years

05-17-2009, 10:42 PM	#15
kustom play pink wheels are cool View User's Garage Drives: 07 liftback Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Phoenix Posts: 1,407	includes jeep? i would pick up another jeep __________________ http://www.4055design.com

05-18-2009, 12:56 AM	#16
jdinrc View User's Garage Drives: 2009 Yaris Blazing Blue 3dr Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Southern California Posts: 466	I had a 2008 Sebring convertable for a rental on one business trip. The only good thing about it was putting the top down, and you really had to if you wanted to see out of the car. The windshield tilted back so steeply that you could hardly see and the rear window was tiny. The ride was just OK, not great. No Chrysler for me, unless it's something like a '68 Roadrunner.

05-18-2009, 01:53 AM	#17
slvryaris View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris Sedan S Join Date: May 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 885	Please buy a Dodge Ram with a Cummins :). Currently on layoff from my CMEP plant due to the restructuring of Chrysler. Wait for the new engine coming out...it will knock your socks off.

05-18-2009, 02:05 AM	#18
LtNoogie View User's Garage Drives: '08 Bayou Blue LB AT Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: West Hills, CA Posts: 2,517	I've been happy with my Jeep, other than the crappy gas mileage. __________________ aFe Intake \| Blitz Supercharger \| Megan Header \| TRD Exhaust \| NST Pulley Set TRD Shocks/Struts \| Tanabe NF210 Springs \| TRD Sway Bar \| Motegi TRAKLITE wheels \| Kuhmo Ecsta XS R1 Concepts slotted rotors \| Carbotech 1521 brake pads \| stainless steel brake lines \| Seibon vented carbon fiber hood

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