A New Legend Returns

Introducing the Chrysler 300C Hurst Edition by Performance West Group.  Based on the new 2008 Chrysler 300C,  the Hurst Edition symbolizes not only the return of the legendary Hemi engine in a Chrysler automobile, but signifies the beginning of a new chapter in the history of the legendary letter series that spans 50 years.  Like the original 1955 Chrysler C 300 , the Hurst Edition signals the dawn of the new era in muscular, highly tuned performance cars that rely on brains and brawn, matching agility with incredible power.

The compelling presence of the original 1955 Chrysler C 300 can be seen in the appearance of the new 2008 model.  The Chrysler 300C Hurst Edition is the result of impeccable breeding, a pedigree with genes handed down from its celebrated ancestors that can be sensed and deeply appreciated by enthusiasts of all ages.  Design cues recall themes and details readily recognizable by aficionados of the marque, and have been carefully selected and refined to imbue the Hurst Edition with the same sensation of raw excitement that set the original Chrysler C 300 apart from all other vehicles. 

Chrysler Fire Power

The Chrysler 300C Hurst Edition is the new definition of the classic performance car.It offers superlative handling matched with incredible performance in equal proportions, and is destined to become the vehicle that will set the benchmark for high performance luxury automobiles.  In addition, the Hurst Edition will introduce a new generation to the thrill and excitement of driving a special ultra high performance version of the famed Chrysler Hemi letter car.

The Hurst Edition is a showcase for the latest in performance innovation and development.  The Hemi engine that is the heart of the 300C has been enhanced with a Vortech supercharger and intercooler that pumps up the volume of the 5.7 liter V-8 to over the 500 pavement melting horsepower.  And it that isn’t enough, the Hemi engine in the Chrysler 300C Hurst Edition is equipped with a Flex Fuel Systems E-85 conversion that enables it to burn clean, renewable Ethanol that also offers the benefit of 105 octane, the perfect fuel for the supercharged engine!

And to insure that Chrysler 300C Hurst Edition is absolutely true to its heritage, it’s 5 speed automatic transmission is equipped with a genuine Hurst Shifter.  Additional features of the 300C Hurst Edition include a Corsa Performance low restriction cat back dual exhaust system that’s capped off with bold 4” polished stainless steel tips that exit beneath the rear fascia.  The result is a mellow, resonant tone that echoes the heart-stopping power that is the hallmark of the original C 300.  Balancing out the awesome power of the Chrysler 300C Hurst Edition are SSBC three piston billet calipers that works in conjunction with giant size 13.5 inch drilled and slotted rotors, ensuring that the 300C Hurst Edition can stop as quickly as it accelerates.  The brake upgrades are complemented by a lowered and enhanced suspension, making the Hurst Edition a superbly balanced, precise driving machine.

Showcasing the big brake package are a set of Rodtana wheels sure to turn even the most jaded enthusiast green with envy.  Inspired by magnesium wheels that were popular when the original Chrysler C 300 took the checkered flag at events around the nation, these new two piece lightweight 22 inch modular forged wheels evoke all of the nostalgia of the original, with the added benefit of 21st century design and engineering, making them a true modern classic.  And complementing the wheels is a matching set of ultra high performance Pirelli radial tires.

The Forward Lok Meets the 21st Century

Hurst limited edition vehicles have always had the cache of being “Gentlemen’s Hot Rods, and the Chrysler 300C Hurst Edition is no exception.   And, the more you look at this particular Chrysler, the more you realize that it’s no ordinary 300.  In fact,  this 300 is based on a W.P. Chrysler Executive Series Chrysler 300C, Chrysler’s sumptuous sport sedan that, with six extra inches of back seat leg room, has, quite literally, “stretched” the definition of luxury and versatility.  And with the addition of the Classic Design Concepts “Glassback” panorama moonroof, coupled with the supercharged performance of the HEMI engine,  you’ve got “Room With A Zoom!"

The body features a combination of Sherwin-Williams Planet Color Tuxedo Black accented with Hurst Gold Pearl.  This timeless paint scheme has been featured on Hurst limited edition vehicles for nearly four decades, and is known the world over.

Up front, the bold chrome diamond wire grille by Mopar is accented with the traditional winged crest and classic Chrysler blue ribbon logo that dates back to 1924. Discreet Hemi C badges on the front fenders dispel any question regarding the brute power residing under the RK Sport Power Dome Hood.  Details abound, including subtle Hurst Edition chrome emblems on the upper front fenders that reside just beneath the triple gold pearl stripes that accent the belt line.  Other features include the Hurst Gold accented custom wheels, and large diameter dual exhaust pipes that exit beneath the rear fascia.  Open the door and the interior welcomes you to a familiar, yet thoroughly modern environment.  The unmistakable Hurst Shifter that actuates the 5-speed automatic overdrive transmission offers the opportunity to enjoy effortless driving or precise hands on gear changing.  A Quiet Ride Solutions insulation kit provides the perfect complement to the Kicker enhanced audio system, while a Katzkin Tuscany custom leather interior mirrors the theme established on the exterior, offering a sumptuous and refined environment that befits a vehicle of this caliber.

More Than a Name... A Legacy

The name of a vehicle is, in many ways, the key to its identity.  We celebrate the Chrysler 300C Hurst Edition with its name.

The new Chrysler 300C demanded a model and a name that not only paid homage to the past, but recognized that this vehicle is a quantum leap into the future.  The Chrysler 300C Hurst Edition represents the renaissance of the breed of automobile that is uniquely American.  Without question, the beauty, strength and power of the new Chrysler 300C can be seen in even the most subtle nuances of the Hurst Edition.  The Chrysler 300C Hurst Edition is much more than an ordinary high performance automobile.  By sheer virtue of its genetics, it links the past to the present while signaling the direction of the future.

A New Chapter in History

Pose the 2008 Chrysler 300C side by side with its revered ancestor.  You can easily see the resemblance between the sire and the progeny.  The bold body lines and the aggressive stance, coupled with the Hemi power that rumbles beneath the gold pearl accented hood truly marks the return of the classic big bore V8 high performance rear wheel drive domestic automobile.  While it pays homage to the original C 300, the Chrysler 300C Hurst Edition is totally modern, taking advantage of 50 years of automotive technology.  This new breed of performance automobile addresses the passion of millions of Chrysler performance enthusiasts while singing its siren song to a new generation.

The Chrysler 300C Hurst Edition is more than a legend revisited; it signals the beginning of a new Chrysler legend.