Dodge Challenger
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Dodge Challenger
Just ran across this and thought everyone might like to take a peak. Not to bad looking for a Dodge.
http://autoweek.com/news.cms?newsId=103629
http://autoweek.com/news.cms?newsId=103629
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Man! Dodge is the only company having fun building cars these days!
That's a nice looking concept. And we all know that Chrysler loves to take their concepts directly to the marketplace.
Look for it pulling up to Mustang GTs at the stoplight all across America.
Let the tire smoking begin!!!!!!
And I should say that with 425HP under the hood: Let the butt whoopin' begin!
That's a nice looking concept. And we all know that Chrysler loves to take their concepts directly to the marketplace.
Look for it pulling up to Mustang GTs at the stoplight all across America.
Let the tire smoking begin!!!!!!
And I should say that with 425HP under the hood: Let the butt whoopin' begin!
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Wow... while I really hope this is the next Challenger, this looks more like an old (or reproduction) body on newer running gear, with "Foose" front and rear bodywork. Possibly to judge consumer reaction... Chrysler had a similar E-body car at the NY autoshow a couple of years ago - old body fitted to a Viper chassis (even the interior was straight out of the Viper).
But the thought of a new Challenger going wheel-to-wheel with a new Mustang out on the track... it'd be 1970 all over again!
But the thought of a new Challenger going wheel-to-wheel with a new Mustang out on the track... it'd be 1970 all over again!
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Isn't the GT500 a Supercharged 5.4? I don't think that the plans for the Dodge include a supercharger, but if they install the 6.1 liter, 425 HP Hemi in it, that Dodge will really run. I think the Mopar pack took a look at the success of the new Mustang, with it's retro styling and decided there really is a market for a 2 door hardtop with RWD and a big V-8. Too bad they didn't do it sooner with the Charger. And, guess what, no competition from Japan on 2 door RWD hardtops!!!!!!
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Per the article, the Challenger should be getting the 6.1L HEMI with 425HP. Now like the Stang, if produced the Challenger will most likely have multiple levels. Probably a V6 version as well as a 5.7L HEMI version and the top of the line 6.1L HEMI version. I would believe the 6.1L version would be in the price range and perfromance range of the Stang GT500.
Here is a link for the 2007 Camaro Concept. Not a bad looking ride either. Haven't seen any specs on them yet, but the style bring back memories of my '69.
http://www.camaroforums.com/photo_view.asp?file=0;1533
Hopefully both the Challenger and Camaro are produced. I'd love to see these vehicles on the street and possibly own one of them.
EDIT: I don't know why the link isn't working, but copy & paste into a new page and it works. Hope you like.
Here is a link for the 2007 Camaro Concept. Not a bad looking ride either. Haven't seen any specs on them yet, but the style bring back memories of my '69.
http://www.camaroforums.com/photo_view.asp?file=0;1533
Hopefully both the Challenger and Camaro are produced. I'd love to see these vehicles on the street and possibly own one of them.
EDIT: I don't know why the link isn't working, but copy & paste into a new page and it works. Hope you like.
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Originally Posted by V8EXPLR
Here is a link for the 2007 Camaro Concept.
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Monsta: They do need to clean up the Camaro a little, but the overall design looks really nice. They went the retro route, like everyone else is doing. They just went a little too far with some of the design. This of course is just one concept version, not a finished product. So I think they can make some minor changes and it would look great! Just my opinion though.
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Now, the question is, "Will they actually build that car?". If I remember correctly, wasn't the original Charger concept car more like the 69-ish body style Chargers? And they ended up with a car that I still like, but reminds me of the Magnums and 300C more than anything. I love that concept Challenger, but I am not too certain they will build that car. Correct my original Charger concept memory if I am mistaken.
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Building it will depend on the success of the Charger. Being a current Challenger owner, I can tell you this, I am very excited about this car. If one is built, I will buy it. Also, I have my doubts that it will look like the concept.
sense it has very simular lines to the orginal Challenger. Maybe to much simular to assume this what they will build it but you will never know. I frequent a lot various car forums, GM, Dodge, and Ford, this is one vehical that has been very well recieved.
Rumors are that once the Challenger is ready for production, Chrysler will have the 392 Hemi ready for the SRT-8's which is also rumored to push out 500 hp. The 6.1L (370) Hemi's are running in the mid 12 stock in cool air in the 300C's. 500 HP should be low 12's easy in a 2 door if they can keep the weight off.
Right now, Chrysler is looking like old, performance wise! I believe this is a good thing for who ever you are emotionally tied to.
sense it has very simular lines to the orginal Challenger. Maybe to much simular to assume this what they will build it but you will never know. I frequent a lot various car forums, GM, Dodge, and Ford, this is one vehical that has been very well recieved.
Rumors are that once the Challenger is ready for production, Chrysler will have the 392 Hemi ready for the SRT-8's which is also rumored to push out 500 hp. The 6.1L (370) Hemi's are running in the mid 12 stock in cool air in the 300C's. 500 HP should be low 12's easy in a 2 door if they can keep the weight off.
Right now, Chrysler is looking like old, performance wise! I believe this is a good thing for who ever you are emotionally tied to.
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Yeah, remember what Chrysler did with the fron of the Crossfire, which started out quite attractive [url]http://www.fantasycars.com/derek/cars/crossfire.html
and then they hit it with an ugly stick
http://motortrend.com/roadtests/coup...05_frst_cross/
and never did put a real engine in it.
It is a nice fantasy tho. A real nice Challenger with a hemi. Drroooll.
and then they hit it with an ugly stick
http://motortrend.com/roadtests/coup...05_frst_cross/
and never did put a real engine in it.
It is a nice fantasy tho. A real nice Challenger with a hemi. Drroooll.
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