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The Brampton factory is also going to start producing the Charger in January. Chrysler has said they'll only expand production cautiously. I don't think they want to be GM and sell as many as possible, they'd rather keep production under control and make more profit. Toyota has done this successfully forever.
They've produced 156,496 Magnums and 300's through 10/23/04. 49,243 of those were Magnums.
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** If USDOT has any sense, they will rewrite the various vehicle regulations to prevent these types of loopholes. We all know the Magnum and PT Cruiser are wagoins, but because of very minor details, they are legally classed as trucks.
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I ordered every option. As for the towing package. How does the suspension work? If you are not towing but are carrying a load does the car adjust? I know the hitch is not included. Has anyone installed an after market? How visible is the hitch? Is the wiring already in place?
I am interested in installing a dvd player with a screen or two. Where could it be installed? Maybe on the ceiling. I wonder if the moonroof will be in the way? Any help
I would go with portable DVD players. I got one for each son and they can each watch what they want as well as take them from vehicle to vehicle.
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I am also looking for floor liners and seat covers. Any help would be great.
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2006 Dodge Magnum Police Package
The 2006 Dodge Magnum will be available with a police package in the fourth quarter of 2005.
The standard 3.5-liter High Output V-6 engine featured on the 2006 Dodge Magnum police package vehicle delivers 250 horsepower and 250 lb-ft. of torque for great police performance.
A five-speed fully electronic transmission with steering column shifter, 18-inch V-rated tires and steel wheels, heavy-duty police brakes and linings and heavy-duty suspension will be included as standard equipment with the police package models.
For the ultimate in pursuit power, the Dodge Magnum police package also
will offer an optional 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine with cylinder deactivation that produces 340 horsepower and 390 lb.-ft. of torque. Chrysler Group's Multiple Displacement System (MDS) seamlessly alternates between smooth, high fuel economy four-cylinder mode when less power is needed and V-8 mode when more power is in demand. Fuel efficiency is improved by up to 20 percent with cylinder deactivation, but not at the expense of performance.
The HEMI powertrain, mated to a fully electronic five-speed automatic transmission and high-performance suspension, will give officers in pursuit situations a balance of world-class performance, power and handling.
The 2006 Dodge Magnum police package will include the following specific package items: certified speedometer, column shifter, emergency rear door lock override, heavy-duty five-link suspension system, heavy-duty alternator, heavy-duty battery, heavy-duty brakes, inoperable rear door locks and rear windows, and special police electrical wiring.
Optional equipment includes: daytime running lamps, dual spot lamp, police-type heavy-duty front seats with manual lumbar adjustment and full-size spare tire.
The 2006 Dodge Magnum police package will begin production in the fourth quarter of 2005. Pricing will be announced at that time.
Highs: rear seat room
Lows: visibility, braking, turning circle, modest cargo area.
DamCrysler's choice of tires appears to have hurt the handling and braking performance.
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warranty. Do not know how good it is, How did you get $1300 under invoice?
I work for a company who does work for an NTRA member, and there's a sense from the guy here that works with NTRA that the "1% under" deal probably won't apply to the $25 membership - just recommend you confirm things before you send them $25, and end up with only a $20 Breeders' Cup hat and lapel pin out of the deal.
But -- want a new car! If I could buy a Caprice Wagon or equivalent, would do so in a heartbeat.
Since that is not possible, am considering subject 3 cars (Magnum with 3.5L). I've given each a short test drive and decided I can fit my arthritic 6'2" frame with 35" inseam in all three as long as they have a tilt wheel -- and I love the Magnum telescope wheel for this purpose. (Toyata Sienna and H. Odessey are out because I can't do that).
I haul long or big stuff not infrequently and haul a lot of luggage, etc on quarterly trips between Florida, Virginia, and Texas. Have no need for a 3rd seat and like the Stow & Go of the G. Caravan.
Seldom have 2nd seat passengers, but, of course, need comfort there for when I do.
Have never owned a truck or SUV and do not know if I will like the Durango (although the short test ride was very good). Am now in process of arranging a 1-day rental for each of these (no mean feat, especially for Magnum).
Will also look at Taurus Wagon as a friend has had excellent experience with a 98 and I like to drive her car.
Overall cost to own is important to me (but over a 10-year period).
Would love to hear opinions as to what I should consider and watch out for. (Will also post this on specific car sites).