With the roof in place, a glass rear window adds the convenience of rear defrost for those early spring, or late fall drives.

An AM/FM 6-disc CD changer and a 150-watt, 6-speaker Infinity stereo system on the Sebring Convertible Limited augment the good sounds of summer. In addition, audio controls are offered on the steering wheel for convenience.

The Limited surrounds its passengers in premium leather seats, a leather wrapped shift knob and tilt steering wheel and a new for 2004 instrument cluster with Camelot inserts. Heated seats also come standard on the Sebring Convertible Limited.

Front seats are comfortable for around town cruising, and mostly comfortable for highway driving, though I did find my lower back would start to tire after two hours on the road.

Luxurious faux wood accents cross the center dash, surrounding both the stereo and climate control system. While I'm not in love with fake wood, it seems to work in the Sebring Convertible, as it limits the amount of exposed vinyl which would otherwise be overwhelming.

Power auto central door locks with keyless entry and power windows with driver's side auto-down are included.

One thing that is never a concern with any DaimlerChrysler vehicle is storage. The 2004 Sebring Convertible offers ample space for CD's, maps, coffee cups, etc. Whatever you can think to bring, you will most likely find a place to store it. Trunk space is good, but as the Sebring Convertible is rated a compact car, pack reasonably.

DaimlerChrysler backs the 2004 Sebring Convertible with a 3 year- 36,000-mile basic warranty that includes rust-through protection, and a 7 year- 70,000-mile powertrain warranty with 24-hour roadside assistance.

There are those times when only a convertible will do. The 2004 Chrysler Sebring Convertible is uniquely designed to allow for open air driving and space for four. If a reasonably priced, fun to drive convertible is on your shopping list, make sure to take a good look at this one. Of course, bring a winter coat and snow scrapper, because you never know when the urge to drop the top might strike next.

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