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Did Chrysler make a hardtop convertible?

Did Chrysler make a hardtop convertible?

The Chrysler Sebring was introduced as a coupe for 1995, and as a convertible in 1996, both models replacing the Chrysler LeBaron convertible and coupe….First generation (FJ/JX; 1995–2000)

First generation
Body style 2-door Coupe 2-door Convertible
Layout Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive

What kind of car is the 2008 Chrysler Sebring?

Based on the Chrysler Sebring sedan which was redesigned for 2007, the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible is bigger and heavier than the previous convertible. 2008 Chrysler Sebring Limited convertible hardtop. Click image to enlarge

Is the Chrysler Sebring a hard top or convertible?

North Vancouver, British Columbia – Returning for the 2008 model year after a year’s hiatus, the all-new Chrysler Sebring convertible is a drop-top version of the recently redesigned Sebring sedan, and is now available with a retractable hard-top as well as a convertible soft-top.

Which is better a Toyota Solara or a Chrysler Sebring?

Compared to the Toyota Solara convertible, we think the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible has a better drivetrain, better driving dynamics and more interior features. Plus, the Sebring convertible’s retractable hardtop makes this car as quiet and weatherproof as a coupe, and as fresh and fun as a convertible.

What kind of gas does a Sebring convertible use?

Though the Sebring Convertible’s official Energuide fuel consumption rating is 12.9 L/100 km city and 7.7 L/100 km Highway, my on-board fuel consumption readout showed an average of 16.2 L/100 km in mostly city driving. Fortunately, it uses Regular grade gasoline. 2008 Chrysler Sebring Limited convertible hardtop. Click image to enlarge

Is the 2008 Chrysler Sebring a hardtop car?

The 2008 Sebring Convertible also featured an updated front grille and new wheels. But the biggest news for the 2008 Sebring Convertible was the addition of an optional retractable hardtop, the first in the car’s history.

When did the Chrysler Sebring convertible come out?

The revamped Chrysler Sebring Convertible was the first Sebring model introduced for the 2008 model year, and it incorporates styling changes that were introduced with the 2007 Sebring hardtop.

Where are the paddlewheels on the 2008 Chrysler Sebring?

When the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Limited Convertible docked in the CNET harbor, we were surprised to find that the props were mounted on its sides, paddlewheel-style, instead of under the transom, as with most inboard-engined boats. Further, these paddlewheels didn’t actually have any paddles, but were circled by an inflated rubber casing. Odd.

Compared to the Toyota Solara convertible, we think the 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible has a better drivetrain, better driving dynamics and more interior features. Plus, the Sebring convertible’s retractable hardtop makes this car as quiet and weatherproof as a coupe, and as fresh and fun as a convertible.

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Ruth Doyle