Chrysler 300C Joins Police Force (AU)

Chrysler 300C Joins Police Force (AU)
"Police Inject Some Cool Into Vehicle Fleet
Victoria Police has boosted their vehicle fleet and injected some ‘cool’ with the addition of Chrysler’s award-winning 300C, the vehicle that is currently dominating the upper large vehicle segment (under $100,000).

"This bold, powerful and capable vehicle is more than ready to help police officers go and get the bad guys!" said Gerry Jenkins, managing director for the Chrysler Group in Australia. And with a comprehensive list of standard equipment and safety features the police will be doing it in style too,” he said.

Mr Guy Hungerford of Victoria Police Fleet Division said the 300C is proving extremely popular with the public. “There has been a positive reaction to this car, with its good looks and striking presence it turns a lot of heads and has some serious street cred. When people see the 300C they just want to take a closer look and talk about it which helps to encourage positive interaction,” he said. The fitting midnight blue 300C with its flashing lights and chequered decals is fully operational and will be used throughout Victoria in general police duties.

“We are also using the 300C at police open days and high profile events like the 2006 GMC Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix at Phillip Island,” said Hungerford. “Victoria Police have trialled many vehicles in the past yet none have attracted the attention and interest of the 300C. Using this fantastic car is proving to be an enormous success,” he said."


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JacobJacob - 9/11/2006 3:19:31 PM
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Am I the only one that hates those Dodge Magnum wheels on the 300? I havent seen them on an American 300, but Ive been noticing them on European versions. They're dreadful!

"Chrysler’s award-winning 300C, the vehicle that is currently dominating the upper large vehicle segment (under $100,000)."

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phantom330phantom330 - 9/11/2006 3:52:39 PM
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awesome, this way criminals and drug dealers will feel at home when they get transported to jail.


phantom330phantom330 - 9/11/2006 5:03:50 PM
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well I guess you're ghetto fab then, Will :) I thought you were Lexota until you die!


Agent63Agent63 - 9/11/2006 6:36:37 PM
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The Chrysler has Magnum rims because in certain countries the 300C is a Magnum with a 300C front end. Correct me if i'm wrong though but I have seen an article on this.

I wouldn't see why they wouldn't share "rims" because since they do share the same platform and share parts bins it would be wise to do so.


What I don't understand is why are they taking a 'premium' full-size luxury car and making it into a police car.

It's not as much as a Benz or a Bimmer but it is nevertheless, a luxury car.


S4cabriofoxS4cabriofox - 9/11/2006 7:08:29 PM
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Will-

Really? We didn't hear this when you told us your cars... you said you had an RX and an LS430.

...?

And, yeah, why the hell would you buy a Chrysler if you know Mercedes' reliability is so bad and you b!tch about it all the time?


Agent63Agent63 - 9/11/2006 9:36:10 PM
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Chrysler isn't that bad. Mercedes have revived this company giving it some boost in the markets. Chrysler just needed some German influence. The 300C was a big hit and is still popular. It's a bold car with a premium look and feel for a reasonable price. Any car like this with another badge would cost a lot more. It's good value and has a handsome design.

It's quiet, luxurious, and smooth to drive. I test drove one before. For it's price tag it's awesome. It looks a lot more expensive than it is. It comes with a hemi which ain't all that bad either along with some E-class components.

Without Merc, Chrysler would still be in the slums. The entire Chrysler/dodge/jeep group for that matter.

Quality issues are slowly turning around for Merc and it's brands. Ever since 05' DaimlerChrysler has improved. Not much but has started to.


Agent63Agent63 - 9/11/2006 9:38:48 PM
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phantom330 - 9/11/2006 3:52:39 PM
awesome, this way criminals and drug dealers will feel at home when they get transported to jail.

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That is a stereotype with the drug dealers and criminals. Actually I know a lot of corporate heads who own a 300C. They are very well off with enormous houses but they own a 300C. I asked them why they didn't go for a Merc, BMW, or Audi and they said to me they liked it's looks, performance, and overall feel.

This relates to that topic what "CEO's" drive. It doesn't have to be a crazily priced German/Italian.


phantom330phantom330 - 9/12/2006 9:22:41 AM
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Agent63, I always make cracks at the 300. I realize a lot of geezers drive it as well, but I like to poke fun at people with the "gangsta" comments :)


mstangpny07mstangpny07 - 9/12/2006 4:53:13 PM
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both


Agent63Agent63 - 9/13/2006 1:31:36 AM
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phantom330:

So do you dislike the 300? or do you hate it because of what you "hear" from others about the car? Example, gangsta or geezer. Have you test driven one or sat in one? It's not as bad as you think. Unless you believe you are too good for it then I understand.

If you say geezer's drive it then Lexus attracts geezers too? But i've seen Geezers drive a civic, g35, TL's, SL's so does that mean it's a geezer car? No.

Will: what is your opinion on the 300C?


phantom330phantom330 - 9/13/2006 12:40:54 PM
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Agent63..........I wouldn't say I dislike the 300 that much, it's just really not my cup of tea, plus they are dime a dozen right now. There are just too many around here rolling on 22" chrome wheels with Master P at the wheel that it has given me a negative bias I suppose. I don't think it's a bad looking car, like I said before I just like to poke fun at them on occasion.

And I agree with the rest of your comments, Lexus and MB are generally old people cars as well ;)

Just kidding gentlemen, I like that you guys can have a good debate without getting your panties in a bunch like many of the other members here! :) Peace to all.


Agent63Agent63 - 9/16/2006 6:27:52 AM
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Phantom330: it's all fun and games when we debate it's all good.

Will: would you take a TL or G35 over a 300C? just your opinion. What is your thought on it's interior luxury, quality, and fine finishing?


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