2012 Chrysler 200 Convertible: First Official Photos Hit the Web

We don't know if Chrysler's affiliation with the Fiat Group has anything to do with this story, but fact is Italian websites have managed get their hands on the first official photographs of the redesigned Sebring Convertible, which like the sedan variant, gains the 200 moniker.

There's nothing surprising about the 2012 Chrysler 200 Convertibles design, which follows the same recipe as the sedan with softer and more elegant styling for the front and rear end, plus a fully redesigned interior boasting higher quality materials and build.

Naturally, the 200 Convertible will feature the same mechanical tweaks as the sedan with engine options including a 173HP 2.4-liter four-cylinder motor and the new 283HP 3.6-liter Pentastar V6, both offered with a six-speed automatic transmission.

We're still waiting for the Fiat Group to share some info on its newest Chrysler Group model with us here in the States (if that's not too much to ask, that is...). As reported yesterday, the Fiat Group's CEO Sergio Marchionne has approved a Lancia-badged versions of both the Chrysler 200 sedan and convertible models.

Source: Quattroruote

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A Chrysler Sebring-Based Bentley Replica that could Actually Pass for its Inspiration

Here’s a scary admission for you: I actually don’t mind the first generation Chrysler Sebring. It was sort of “Mustang-lite” in the styling department and is still a lot better looking than the latest incarnation of America’s middle-age spread, the almost universally despised third generation Sebring. And, as you no doubt know by now, here at Carscoop we love us some eBay-found Euro reskins of fifteen plus year old American cars.

Today’s entrant is this, dare I say it, rather convincing replica of a 2009 Bentley Continental GT convertible or GTC based on a ’96 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. Fashioned in ghetto / Saudi Arabian sheik white with the typical, so-not-a-Bentley blinger rims that’d make even Lil’ Jon a lil ill, our wanna-B (you see what I did there?) comes complete with 175,000 miles on the clock and a full fibreglass body.

Before it leaves the seller’s hands, he or she claims to be fitting new carpet, a new windscreen, new door mirrors and a custom dual exhaust with genuine Bentley tips. All the buyer needs to do, we are told, is reupholster the seats, install a Bentley dash and centre console and fit a new convertible top, a new sound system and a sat nav system. And et voilà, your very own Bentley - sort of.

You have to admit, US$21,100 (€16,302) isn’t half bad for something that looks this good. You could get a ’96 Sebring for a lot less, but who wants one of those? You certainly can’t pick up a second-hand Bentley for this sort of money, that’s for sure. So, what’s the verdict? Would you or wouldn’t you? Let us know in the comments.

By Tristan Hankins

Link: eBay

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2011 Chrysler 200 Fully Revealed Inside and Out in Video. What Do You Say? [with Poll]

Over the past few weeks, we've shared all the details and shown you a variety of photos of the Chrysler's Sebring replacement which has been reborn as the not-so-new 200 sedan. However, due to Chrysler's dappled photo tactics, many questions remained on the new 200's exterior as well as interior looks. Well, time has come to provide answers to all those questions with the first video of the car, which gives us a complete and unobstructed view of the 200 inside and out.

After you finish watching watch the video below, voice your opinion on Chrysler's refreshed mid size sedan, which will be officially introduced at this week's LA Auto Show, in our comments section.

As a reminder, the 200 will go on sale in December with prices starting from $19,995. Engine choices are limited to a base 2.4-liter I-4 engine producing 173 horsepower and 166 lb.-ft. of torque, and an available new 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 delivering 283 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque to the front wheels. The V6 is teamed up to a six-speed automatic transmission, while buyers of the four-cylinder model have the choice of a six- or four-speed automatic transmissions (yes, some things never change...).

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Chrysler Releases Pricing on 2011MY 200 Sedan, Starts at $19,995

Even though Chrysler has yet to give us the full picture on the Sebring's replacement, today the Detroit automaker announced pricing for the 2011MY 200 sedan. Planned to go on sale by the end of the year, the facelifted and renamed Sebring will be available at launch in three models (LX, Touring and Limited), with a fourth trim ("S") to be added later on. Prices start from $19,995, including a $750 destination fee.

North American buyers can choose between a base 2.4-liter four-cylinder petrol hooked up to either a four-speed or six-speed automatic, and the new 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine, which produces 283 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque, and is mated to the 62TE six-speed transmission.

Chrysler says that virtually every system in its mid-size sedan is new or upgraded for 2011, while the redesign was inspired from the 2009 200C concept. On the outside, sheet metal upgrades include the new front fascia with Chrysler's corporate grille, LED lights all around and a reworked rear deck lid.

There are no photos of the interior yet, but the automaker makes word of an all-new instrument panel and steering wheel designs, plus new leather and cloth seating materials.

The starting U.S. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) for each trim model are:

Chrysler 200 LX: $19,995 (including $750 destination)

Chrysler 200 Touring: $21,995 (including $750 destination)

Chrysler 200 Limited: $24,495 (including $750 destination)

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