Tuned Crossfire Delivers Aerodynamic, Suspension, Braking and Interior Upgrades Too

Hot on the tire treads of Chrysler Groups announcement of a 333-hp supercharged factory version of its sensationally hot Crossfire coupe and upcoming roadster, dubbed the SRT-6, Startech has unveiled its own tuned Startech Coupe V8 6.1 hotrod at the L.A. Auto Show (first shown at Frankfurts IAA in September).

Not willing to "make do" with a mere V6, the Startech team has squeezed an expanded displacement 6.1-L Mercedes-Benz V8 into the "Starfire," producing 426-hp at 5,400 rpm and 458 lb-ft of torque at 4,600. Its quick to 60 mph at 4.6 seconds, before speeding to a top

Not content with the standard V6 in the Crossfire, Startech has unveiled its own tuned Startech Coupe V8 6.1 hotrod. (Photo: Startech)

The Crossfire is already a stunning handler, but due to the additional stress on all systems Startech has fitted gas-pressure shocks, progressive-rate springs and stronger sport sway bars. The sport suspension upgrade has been calibrated to compensate for the

The Startech team has squeezed an expanded displacement 426-hp 6.1-L Mercedes-Benz V8 into the "Starfire." (Photo: Startech)

Rounding out the handling package are exclusive one-piece Startech Monostar IV 8.5Jx19 five-spoke wheels on Pirelli 235/35 ZR 19 performance tires in front and 9Jx20 rims wrapped in 255/30 ZR 20s at the back.

Startech paid attention to the brakes too, upping the standard 4-wheel disc ABS system to larger diameter 355 mm vented and cross-drilled discs up front and 300 mm in the rear, with six- and four-piston fixed calipers respectively.