Hefty cost cutting, an emphasis on quality control inspired by Mercedes and a range of desirable new models, such as the powerful, Teutonic-styled 300C, restored Chrysler to profit.

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You may find models available in only the least-desirable colors, or equipped with odd option combinations.

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Worse, she sets an expectation through the behavior she models at the top that it is desirable and perhaps even expected that women not be away very long after the birth of a child.

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Models from Casio's competitors had other features that were desirable, but no company had put it all together.

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