Large But Lively Sports Sedan

Like that somewhat "full figured" relative who surprises you with their elegant and athletic moves on the dance floor, the 2004 Chrysler 300M Special hides its real charm and character under a deceivingly large, although certainly attractive body.

Endowed with a distinctive look that Chrysler calls a "sculptured physique" meant to evoke a European "tuner" sedan image, the Special stands out with 18-inch multi-spoke aluminum wheels shod with 245/45ZR18 Michelin Pilot tires that completely fill the wheel wells. They combine with a half-inch lowered ride height to create an assertive stance that shouts "Action"!

Facing off against such worthy

The european styled 300M has an assertive and distinctive look. (Photo: Chrysler)

Powered by a 3.5-litre SOHC V6, the 300M can easily keep up with the rest in its class. (Photo: Chrysler)/td>

Churning out 255-hp and 258 lb-ft of torque from its 3.5-litre SOHC V6, up 5-hp and 8 lb-ft from the standard 300M, the Special antes up the necessary power to run with this crowd. While some of the competition may claim a few more ponies (the Infiniti G35 boasts 260 hp and the Nissan Maxima 265) the differences are inconsequential.

Coupled

It is equipped with the AutoStick transmission, still one of the most intuitive manu-matics on the market. (Photo: Chrysler)

Legendary creativeness match interior design with performance. (Photo: Chrysler)

The Mopar boys have screwed on some good bits to ensure sporty handling, ride and steering too. Sport-tuned suspension, firm strut damping and 17:1 ratio speed-sensitive steering promise a firm feeling ride coupled with crisp steering and handling. Add gas-pressurized shocks, fatter anti-roll bars, front and rear independent suspension (MacPherson struts - front; Chapman struts with lower trailing links - rear) complemented by ABS Plus 4-wheel disc

A warm and inviting interior designed by Trevor Creed. (Photo: Chrysler)

And thats just the performance side of the equation. In this class interior touch, look, and smell are important attributes as well. Fortunately some legendary creative juices are at work here.

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