Post by: DoubleJ on February 25, 2018, 09:34:07 PM
Post by: JimmyHoffa on February 25, 2018, 10:06:43 PM
At 485 hp, nearly anything not diesel will see a repair shop.
Post by: fly-by on February 25, 2018, 10:07:38 PM
Post by: Duckslayer89 on February 25, 2018, 10:08:04 PM
Post by: Scheindogg on February 25, 2018, 10:34:19 PM
But I admit it’s one of the few cars left that to this day still looks like a TRUE muscle car.
All others seem to be all spotted out with the new technology and all that bit there’s just something about the challenger that screams old school muscle..
Doubt I’d ever buy one because of the upkeep but it’s bad ass for sure
Post by: jackelope on February 25, 2018, 10:34:32 PM
It’s been 5 years since I worked at a Chrysler shop but when I was there, they were good and pretty trouble free. Start growing your mullet now.
Post by: PlateauNDN on February 25, 2018, 10:52:54 PM
Post by: Cylvertip on February 25, 2018, 11:24:24 PM
Post by: KFhunter on February 25, 2018, 11:28:26 PM
Post by: bhawley76 on February 26, 2018, 07:35:46 AM
Post by: fishngamereaper on February 26, 2018, 07:39:15 AM
Post by: Magnum_Willys on February 26, 2018, 07:39:24 AM
Post by: Skillet on February 26, 2018, 07:49:34 AM
If you want to spend that kind of money on a flashy car that's fun to drive, buy the real McCoy - a 1970 - 1972 Dodge challenger. You could probably get a really nice 383 4 speed car, maybe even a 440 magnum 4 sp, for that kind of money.
Then, sell it for more money when you're done with it.
:twocents:
Post by: h20hunter on February 26, 2018, 07:54:01 AM
Post by: PlateauNDN on February 26, 2018, 08:00:24 AM
Depreciation.
If you want to spend that kind of money on a flashy car that's fun to drive, buy the real McCoy - a 1970 - 1972 Dodge challenger. You could probably get a really nice 383 4 speed car, maybe even a 440 magnum 4 sp, for that kind of money.
Then, sell it for more money when you're done with it.
:twocents:
:yeah: you'd look way cooler cruising in a classic muscle car then a new one everybody has. :tup:
Post by: h2ofowlr on February 26, 2018, 08:07:53 AM
So, I want a Dodge Challenger. Probably not the Hellcat because of the price but, I want a Challenger instead of the Charger because of the manual transmission available in the Challenger. Looking at probably the 485hp SRT. Any reason I shouldn't get one? I've heard Dodges live in repair shops. Is this true for the Challengers? Help me out here.
It would suck on the gravel roads. It would be difficult stuffing a deer or elk in it. Way to loud, it would chase off the game if your road hunter. You would be the guy that that everyone says WTF is that doing up here. :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle:
Post by: Ghost Hunter on February 26, 2018, 08:09:20 AM
You only live once. ;)
Post by: CAMPMEAT on February 26, 2018, 08:15:24 AM
Post by: yorketransport on February 26, 2018, 09:00:42 AM
Figure out what you're looking for in a performance car. If you want a muscle car to go fast in a straight line, the Challenger is great. I felt the same way about the Mustang GT and Cammaro SS. From a handling standpoint I felt like they were all bricks. They didn't corner well, and they just felt like power with limited control. If you're looking for a freeway cruiser or something to run through town they'd be great.
I realized that I wanted a better handling and slightly more "refined" car and ended up with a Lexus IS350 F (was a lease and turned it in a while back). I spend more time driving rural roads with twists and turns than straight lines. The Lexus held corners better than a straight muscle car and just had a better feel when driving. The price is pretty close to a well equipped Challenger SRT and I felt like the Lexus had significantly better build quality than the American muscle cars.
That said, get the Challenger if that's what you like. It's only money, you can always earn more but you can't take it with you. Enjoy it while you can. :twocents:
Post by: Old Man Yager on February 26, 2018, 10:07:53 AM
Post by: Curly on February 26, 2018, 10:15:08 AM
Buy a Ford Raptor instead............
:yeah:
Post by: b23 on February 26, 2018, 10:44:16 AM
Buy a Ford Raptor instead............
:yeah:
:yeah: X3!
Been looking at these for the last few months.
Post by: WapitiTalk1 on February 26, 2018, 11:16:16 AM
Post by: Bofire on February 26, 2018, 01:36:20 PM
Carl
Post by: Woodchuck on February 26, 2018, 01:59:23 PM
Post by: jackelope on February 26, 2018, 03:29:30 PM
I bought a new car a couple months ago. One of the cars I looked at was a chev half ton LTZ with a 6.2 liter 420 HP, same motor as my daughters hot rod Camaro. To be honest when I drove it and looked into it I found it was mostly noise. sounded great, but not really very quick or fast. I just read a review of the Challenger not too quick. But it depends on why you want it, its your dime!! :)
Carl
Oh, they're fast. There's no lack of power in an SRT8 Challenger.
Post by: blackveltbowhunter on February 26, 2018, 03:57:01 PM
They look cool, drive more "old school" and still give you some reliability and modern comfort that is going to be lost in a classic. I know a couple guys that have them and with the manual its a fun car to drive. Its not my preference as I like more old school metal or motorcycles, but it is certainly fun wit the option of a daily driver.
My only reservation would be if financing. Be cautious and take a real look at expected depreciation. I really wanted a Harley several year back, and because depreciation was negligible I was able to buy one trick it out and play with it for a couple years before I lost interest in that bike and sold it with negligible loss making it an affordable bucket list item. I am not sure about this rig tho, So I would do very thorough research prior if planning to finance as being strapped to it via payments is not fun IMO.
Post by: klickman on February 26, 2018, 04:08:14 PM
So, I want a Dodge Challenger. Probably not the Hellcat because of the price but, I want a Challenger instead of the Charger because of the manual transmission available in the Challenger. Looking at probably the 485hp SRT. Any reason I shouldn't get one? I've heard Dodges live in repair shops. Is this true for the Challengers? Help me out here.A buddy of mine has a Hellcat. Enough power to make a grown man giggle. Ha. I can't talk you out of it. They are a fun rig.
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Post by: Bofire on February 26, 2018, 04:30:47 PM
Carl https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2018-dodge-challenger-in-depth-model-review-2018-dodge-challenger-performance-and-driving-impressions-review-car-and-driver-page-4
Post by: mallard on February 26, 2018, 04:47:46 PM
Post by: jackelope on February 26, 2018, 04:50:23 PM
I do not consider 14 second quarter miles fast.
Carl https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2018-dodge-challenger-in-depth-model-review-2018-dodge-challenger-performance-and-driving-impressions-review-car-and-driver-page-4
Per your article, that's a v6 car you're referring to with your 1/4 mile time. The 392 car is 485hp, 12.5 second 1/4 mile and 0-60 in 4.2 seconds. Not too shabby, especially for the price.
If you want a really fast Challenger, buy a Demon. A factory 800hp car that is illegal at NHRA sanctioned races.
http://hennesseyperformance.com/dodge-demon-set-free/
Post by: BeWitty on February 26, 2018, 04:53:34 PM
Get the Camaro ZL1. Much Lighter and 650HP.
Post by: jackelope on February 26, 2018, 04:59:54 PM
It’s a Dodge.
Get the Camaro ZL1. Much Lighter and 650HP.
It starts at $61k, it's a half second faster 0-60 and a second faster than the TA392 and it's $20k more. If you want to compare dollar for dollar, compare the $64k Hellcat and the Dodge wins from a performance standpoint.
Post by: jdb on February 26, 2018, 05:14:25 PM
and if your on the east side all the Camero’s are driven by cholo’sIt’s a Dodge.
Get the Camaro ZL1. Much Lighter and 650HP.
It starts at $61k, it's a half second faster 0-60 and a second faster than the TA392 and it's $20k more. If you want to compare dollar for dollar, compare the $64k Hellcat and the Dodge wins from a performance standpoint.
Post by: jdb on February 26, 2018, 05:17:45 PM
Post by: yorketransport on February 26, 2018, 05:20:20 PM
Forget a Challenger. You want a Jeep Trackhawk. You can fit waaaaay more outdoor gear in there... and a few dead animals.
Best of both worlds! Those Trackhawks would make a heck of a hunting rig. :chuckle:
Post by: jdb on February 26, 2018, 05:30:08 PM
dont they have the same motor as the srt8 challenger? That would be pretty bad actionForget a Challenger. You want a Jeep Trackhawk. You can fit waaaaay more outdoor gear in there... and a few dead animals.
Best of both worlds! Those Trackhawks would make a heck of a hunting rig. :chuckle:
Post by: yorketransport on February 26, 2018, 06:12:55 PM
dont they have the same motor as the srt8 challenger? That would be pretty bad actionForget a Challenger. You want a Jeep Trackhawk. You can fit waaaaay more outdoor gear in there... and a few dead animals.
Best of both worlds! Those Trackhawks would make a heck of a hunting rig. :chuckle:
Yup. I think they're around 700 HP. You'll always be the first one to your hunting spot in that rig. :tup:
Post by: mallard on February 26, 2018, 06:19:40 PM
dont they have the same motor as the srt8 challenger? That would be pretty bad actionForget a Challenger. You want a Jeep Trackhawk. You can fit waaaaay more outdoor gear in there... and a few dead animals.
Best of both worlds! Those Trackhawks would make a heck of a hunting rig. :chuckle:
Yup. I think they're around 700 HP. You'll always be the first one to your hunting spot in that rig. :tup:
With trailer in tow!
Post by: snake on February 26, 2018, 06:54:35 PM
Post by: PlateauNDN on February 26, 2018, 07:12:37 PM
And mustangs are girl cars.... be a red blooded American man and buy the dodge!!!
:chuckle: all we got is mopar here. :tup:
Post by: Angry Perch on February 26, 2018, 07:49:37 PM
And mustangs are girl cars.... be a red blooded American man and buy the dodge!!!
Isn't Chrysler owned by Fiat? :chuckle:
Post by: jackelope on February 26, 2018, 08:14:14 PM
And mustangs are girl cars.... be a red blooded American man and buy the dodge!!!
Isn't Chrysler owned by Fiat? :chuckle:
Yep. But it’s more complicated than that. Fiat is a powerful name. They own lots of brands including Ferrari and Maserati too.
Post by: Mudman on February 26, 2018, 08:18:29 PM
Post by: BULLBLASTER on February 26, 2018, 08:22:58 PM
Post by: CAMPMEAT on February 27, 2018, 06:47:19 AM
Post by: Angry Perch on February 27, 2018, 08:17:32 AM
And mustangs are girl cars.... be a red blooded American man and buy the dodge!!!
Isn't Chrysler owned by Fiat? :chuckle:
Yep. But it’s more complicated than that. Fiat is a powerful name. They own lots of brands including Ferrari and Maserati too.
I was addressing the red blooded American part, not the girl part. :chuckle:
Post by: b23 on February 27, 2018, 08:20:04 AM
Post by: DoubleJ on February 27, 2018, 08:35:03 AM
I'll say it. Why not? Because this is only your newest obsession. Give it a month and you will done with cast iron also. You posted you bounce from want to want and then regret it. Pull back, focus on life not a new shiny car.
You stop being practical in my daydream thread >:(
Post by: Skillet on February 27, 2018, 09:00:57 AM
But if it actually is a daydream thread, I retract my previous suggestion of a 440 Magnum, and now suggest you get a 1971 426 HemiCuda convertible. This one sold for $3.5 million in 2014.
(https://assets.hemmings.com/story_image/456021-1000-0@2x.jpg?rev=2)
Post by: Angry Perch on February 27, 2018, 09:19:51 AM
I just love the lines on the 'Cuda.
Post by: Calvin Rayborn on February 27, 2018, 11:36:05 PM
Definitely a 'Cuda over a Challenger.
I just love the lines on the 'Cuda.
Think the OP is talking a new one...Do they still make 'cudas these days?
Post by: Skyvalhunter on February 28, 2018, 05:15:48 AM
Post by: Angry Perch on February 28, 2018, 03:48:16 PM
\\Definitely a 'Cuda over a Challenger.
I just love the lines on the 'Cuda.
Think the OP is talking a new one...Do they still make 'cudas these days?
It was in response to Wapititalk1 and Skillet.
Post by: fish vacuum on February 28, 2018, 04:13:00 PM
Post by: Calvin Rayborn on March 01, 2018, 01:20:46 AM
\\Definitely a 'Cuda over a Challenger.
I just love the lines on the 'Cuda.
Think the OP is talking a new one...Do they still make 'cudas these days?
It was in response to Wapititalk1 and Skillet.
:yeah: :tup: Thread hijackers!!! Something I never do..... ;) ;)