1999 Chrysler 300M

The stylish, ultra-modern Chrysler 300M looks as at home in front of a posh, foo-foo Beverly Hills restaurant as parked alongside a down-and-dirty gym. With a 3.5-liter/253-horsepower SOHC V-6 engine and fully independent suspension, it packs the goods to satisfy diverse needs and driving styles. Our aggressive drivers have commented on how well the vehicle responds, encouraging deep-throttle surges through traffic and sweeping onramps.

The suspension maintains the black sedan's poise as it's pushed to the 0.80g limits, soaks up road aberrations, and provides reasonable feedback. Execu-types have noted the upscale appearance, refined character, broad torque band, and luxurious interior. Indeed, most have found favor with the clean dash design, straightforward controls, and modestly bolstered front buckets. Between the leather perches, the AutoStick gives enthusiasts a chance to row through the gears clutch-free. For a sport-lux sedan, the 300M has proven quite useful with its 60/40-split rear bench and sizeable trunk. Rounding out a trouble-free quarter, the first service was performed gratis.