2007 Chrysler 300-Series

These days, the en vogue thing amongst manufacturers is to create a performancedivision that complements the vehicles that already exist in that lineup. Most people know about BMW's magical M-badged cars, and Mercedes-Benz has its AMG subsidiary. Domestic manufacturers have their spruced up “sub brands” too, such as the SS moniker for fast Chevrolets, and SVT for Ford. There have also...

Vehicle OverviewChrysler's full-size 300 sedan receives a palette of new colors for 2007, as well as redesigned wheels and two new options

Car and Driver readers know we're fans of the Chrysler 300 and its cousin, the Dodge Magnum. The 300 has made it onto our 10Best Cars list three years running, and we liked our long-term Dodge Magnum even after a moment of whimsy led us to cram 22-inch wheels into the fenders and modify the front doors to open Lamborghini-style—out and up. In Switzerland for the Geneva auto show, we took the...

On display beside Chrysler's three new concepts in Detroit were two customized models that first appeared at SEMA, and somehow escaped previous coverage. The most notable is a thoroughly revamped 300C appropriately dubbed Hollywood. Just like limousines of the '20s, the chauffeur and footman are kept outside to weather the elements, while VIP passengers are ensconced within an interior more...