Vehicle Description
Named for legendary Mulholland Drive in Southern California, this
special edition drop-top is one of the first 1,281 Chrysler
Prowlers to roll down the production line. Judging by its clean
finish and mirror-like reflections, the car has rarely seen rain.
Since all Prowlers were completely hand-built at Chrysler's storied
Conner Avenue Assembly, they typically show above average build
quality. This roadster, with its narrow gaps, solid-closing doors
and tight-sealing top, looks better than most cars that cost twice
our asking price. And, with striking Midnight Blue two-stage and a
hand-painted Dr. Ru pinstripe, the car sits as one super slick
head-turner that exhibits a perfect combination style and
technology! Like all of Chrysler's stylish 90s metal, this
convertible's killer detailing is brilliantly executed over smooth
and taut proportions. At the front of the car, contrasting black
bumpers hang crystal clear parking lamps just ahead of Indy-style
wheels, composite, projector beam headlights and a
heritage-inspired grille. Above that grille, a pointed hood centers
a monochromatic, Prowler-specific emblem in front of a pristine,
factory windshield. Behind that windshield, a color-keyed top hangs
a glass porthole between body-matched mirrors and flared rockers
that mimic classic running boards. Behind those running boards,
rolled fenders feature smooth-fitting tail lights that are straight
out of the hot rodder's handbook. And at the back of the car, a
trunk-mounted Center High Mount Stop Lamp illuminates two more
bumpers and pristine, stainless exhaust tips.
When Prowlers finally hit the streets, many purists were upset that
a V6 was the only powertrain option. What those purists failed to
realize was: 1) with 253 horses and 250 lb./ft. of torque, the
car's 3.5 liter, 24-valve SOHC V6 was making virtually the same
power as Chrysler's Magnum V8s, and 2) when combined with the car's
lightweight chassis and low center of gravity, it posted some very
impressive performance numbers. Mechanically, this Plymouth's
all-aluminum engine is showroom new in just about every possible
way. Naturally, the mill has benefitted from basic maintenance but,
beyond that, everything is essentially fresh out of the box. It
certainly appears that the car has been driven often enough to keep
every system in top operating condition. And, not only does the
smooth sixer fire up instantly and idle perfectly, it moves its
relatively lightweight payload with real authority.
Behind that buff V6, a 42LE 4-speed automatic transaxle, which
features an 'AutoStick' gear change setting, is more of a toy than
a functional performance improvement. But it fits the Prowler's
persona perfectly, and far more of today's "real" hot rods are
built with automatics than stick shifts. So, who can blame Chrysler
for doing their homework and giving the public what it actually
wants? That road-ready drivetrain is held off the ground by an
aluminum-intensive chassis, which is equipped with an independent
double A-arm front and multi-link rear suspension. Dynamic
Suspensions coil-overs combine with standard stabilizer bars and
power rack and pinion steering to carve curves for lunch and eat
potholes for dinner. Stops come courtesy of four composite discs,
which measure 11 inches up front and 13 inches out back. The engine
growls a rowdy, throaty exhaust note through two fat pipes, which
exit just under the rear bumpers. And all that advanced hardware
results in a perfect 50/50 weight distribution, making this
roadster an absolute blast to drive!
Inside Chrysler's neo street rod you'll find a fashionable leather
interior that represents drop-top cruising at its very best. At the
center of the cockpit, the driver and passenger benefit from plush
bucket seats that are stitched around monochromatic Prowler logos.
In front of the driver, an Auto Meter tachometer is perched
top-dead-center of a tilting steering wheel, which anchors
redundant audio buttons opposite cruise control buttons. At the
front of the car, a 150 MPH speedometer centers four accessory
gauges inside a Midnight Blue instrument panel that serves as a
great tribute to vintage hot rods. Beneath that dash, a short
factory shifter controls Chrysler's highly regarded AutoStick
feature. Naturally, the windows, locks and mirrors are all power
operated. There's a pair of protective, "Prowler" branded floor
mats. And a superb 320-watt, 7-speaker sound system comes standard
with a 6-disc CD changer that's located just behind the passenger's
seat. (description by RK Motors)
This car comes with a clean and clear title and is freshly
California smog certified.
Financing is available with rates as low as 2.99% APR with approved
credit. We can also arrange delivery for you and coordinate with
your independent vehicle inspectors.
