2005 Chrysler Crossfire Limited is powered by a Mercedes-engineered 3.2-liter V6 that produces 215 horsepower and 229 pound-feet of torque, , Chrysler proudly unveiled the Crossfire concept car at the 2001 North American International Auto Show and after receiving favorable reaction from the automotive press and consumers the new sport coupe was put on the fast track to production. Chryslers engineering team got busy immediately, and the production version was unveiled at the 2002 Los Angeles Auto Show. Reaping the benefits of its Mercedes-Benz corporate ties, the Crossfire is the first true Mercedes-Chrysler collaborative effort, featuring 39 percent Mercedes-Benz technology. That figure alone should catch established import buyers attention, along with the fact that the Crossfire is based on its corporate cousin -- the SLK roadster., , Need something pretty to look at and fun to drive? The Crossfire satisfies both requirements in a package thats considerably more affordable than its European competitors.