--- title: "End of an Era: The Final Hemi-Powered Chrysler 300C Just Rolled Off the Line" description: "The Chrysler 300 is ending production on December 31 but the final special edition, Hemi-powered 300C just rolled off the line." date: "2023-12-10" modified: "2023-12-10" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/end-of-an-era-the-final-hemi-powered-chrysler-300c-just-rolled-off-the-line" categories: - "Chrysler News" - "News" - "News by Brand" tags: - "300" - "Chrysler" - "sedan" --- # End of an Era: The Final Hemi-Powered Chrysler 300C Just Rolled Off the Line ![]() *Stellantis* Mopar fans across the country are shedding a collective tear, as the final 2023 [Chrysler]() 300 models roll off their Brampton, Ontario, Canada assembly line. Production of the current-gen 300 officially ends on December 31, 2023, marking the end of a Mopar fan-favorite. Before the 300 takes its last bow, Chrysler also just said goodbye to the final Hemi-powered special edition 300C. The current-generation [Chrysler 300]() was first launched back in 2014, making it almost ten years old. And it looks it. While the 300 is still a handsome car, with its simple, boxy good looks, it's been showing its age for a few years now, especially compared to some of its newer competition, like the [Cadillac CT5]() and Lexus ES. However, the 300 had a certain swagger that made it charming, even next to cars that were newer, faster, and more technologically advanced. ![2023 Chrysler 300C in red]() **2023 Chrysler 300C* | *Stellantis* Chrysler* However, in 2022, [Chrysler released the 300C](), one last special edition version of the 300 to pay tribute to the Hemi V8-powered 300C of the 1950s. The final 300C that rolled off the line on December 8 was a Velvet Red 300C with black Laguna leather and Chrysler's 6.4-liter Hemi V8. That V8 makes 485 horsepower and 475 lb-ft of torque, which propels the boxy brute to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds. It also has four-piston Brembo brakes with red calipers, a 3.09 limited-slip rear differential, and adaptive suspension. Only 2,200 special edition 300Cs were made (2,000 for the United States and 200 for Canada) and all of them [were spoken for within 12 hours]() of Chrysler announcing it. So what happens next? With the 300 gone, Chrysler's only vehicle will be the Pacifica minivan, leaving its cupboard almost entirely dry. However, the 300's eventual replacement will likely be electric. ![]() **2023 Chrysler 300C* | *Stellantis** “As we celebrate the last Hemi-powered 300C off the line with our Brampton team members, we’re also excited to work together as Chrysler brand moves forward to a sustainable all-electric future as part of the Stellantis Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan," said Chrysler CEO Chris Feuell. Hopefully, whenever Chrysler decides to replace the 300, it comes with the same brutish swag as its predecessor. Though, we will miss that Hemi V8 noise. *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()