The History of the Chrysler Sebring
The Chrysler Sebring was offered by the Chrysler Corporation, and later DaimlerChrysler, as a coupe, convertible and sedan, but each model did not share the same components. The coupe was produced from 1995 through 2005, when it was discontinued due to poor sales, while the immensely popular convertible started production in 1996 and remains in production today (as of 2009). The sedan was introduced in 2001 and saw production through the 2010 model year.
Origins
The Sebring coupe was designed to replace the upscale Chrysler LeBaron, but with a slightly softer suspension to maximize its luxury pretensions.
Turbocharged
At least 50 1999-2000 Sebring coupes were equipped with turbocharged 2.5-liter V-6 engines as a Chrysler dealer option, making these models difficult to document since they did not originate from the factory.
Coupe Discontinued
The coupe was dropped in 2005 due to sagging sales and replaced by the Sebring retractable hardtop convertible.
Popular Convertible
The softtop and hardtop convertible were the most popular convertibles in North America from 2001 through 2005, with 40,000 cars produced annually.
Coupe Specifications
By the end of its run, the coupe was powered by a 3-liter V-6 engine, sat on a 103.7-inch wheelbase and measured 190.2 inches long.
Convertible Changes
The convertible was redesigned in 2008, taking its styling cues from the discontinued Chrysler Crossfire and boosting its power output with a 3.5-liter V-6.
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