Chrysler's most expensive car is the
Viper, a V-10 macho machine that will smoke just about all
comers worldwide. It sells for about $66,000 if you can find
a dealer to let one go at list. |
But its not
necessarily Chrysler's highest and best line of automobiles.
That position is held by the new LHS. The LHS was originally
introduced in 1993 as a 1994 model based on the very
successful cab forward LH platform (Concorde/Intrepid). The
new for 1999 redesigned LHS continues with the same design
philosophy. It is the luxury version of the new LH platform.
There are significant differences between the Concorde and
the LHS, however. The LHS rides on the LH (Concorde) 113.0
inch wheelbase and is actually a couple of inches shorter
that the Concorde at 207.7 inches. Interior dimensions are
nearly identical to the Concorde (except for rear seat
legroom), and the exterior sheet metal is similar except for
the front end.
It would be hard to improve on the world class Concorde
front end, but the LHS oviod egg crate grille certainly is
every bit as beautiful. When the new LHS was displayed at
auto shows, viewers had to be reminded this was not a show
car, but a real production vehicle.
Its lines are cab forward with flowing purposeful style,
from the tractor beam headlights to the strong rear end,
with a hint of wedge shape. The automobile presents itself
as elegant.
On the inside is where the Concorde and LHS depart company.
There is no similarity. If you think that the LHS strongest
point is outside, then you haven't bothered to look inside.
The LHS has one of the finest looking and most comfortable
interiors of any automobile in production. |
