Shelby N.Y. Posted July 9, 2008 Report Share Posted July 9, 2008 I like the Challenger. It's a great looking car with a big HP motor, a bit on the heavy side but very well done. I think it's fantastic that Dodge came out with it and we live in a time when there are going to be Challengers, Camaros and Mustangs again in a new HP war. How could it be any better, besides $1.50 gas. It's going to be great to pull up to a light with a new Camaro SS, a new Challenger SRT and my Shelby. This is 1960s all over again but with new technology and lots of parts to make them look better and go faster. It's a dream come true. Amen to that brother! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLD MOVS Posted July 11, 2008 Report Share Posted July 11, 2008 This one gave me a run for my money over lunch!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mach 1 1970 Posted July 12, 2008 Report Share Posted July 12, 2008 This one gave me a run for my money over lunch!! Well your hood scoop looks good ! That also is a great entrance ramp to race on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelsey Posted July 13, 2008 Report Share Posted July 13, 2008 Well guys I just picked mine up and am on the way back home with it. I'm truly impressed. I had my doubts about the auto stick, but I've found it to be a good auto trans. The car pulls HARD. Couldn't tell the thing weighs 2 tons when behind the wheel. I'll be back in OK tomorrow and will try to get some pics of em side by side Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelbydream1 Posted July 13, 2008 Report Share Posted July 13, 2008 M oveO ver P eople A re R acing LOL. I'd never heard that one-my grandpa always told me it was: Mostly Old Parts And Rejects Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatboy Posted July 13, 2008 Report Share Posted July 13, 2008 Well guys I just picked mine up and am on the way back home with it. I'm truly impressed. I had my doubts about the auto stick, but I've found it to be a good auto trans. The car pulls HARD. Couldn't tell the thing weighs 2 tons when behind the wheel. I'll be back in OK tomorrow and will try to get some pics of em side by side :happy feet: :bandance: hurry up i wanna seeeeeeeeeeeeeee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmagner1 Posted July 13, 2008 Report Share Posted July 13, 2008 ever heard of this on F ix Or Repair Daily Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilmor Posted July 13, 2008 Report Share Posted July 13, 2008 Saw my first Challenger at Lime Rock yesterday - and now I can honestly say - I don't like it. Its way too big and ungainly in my opinion. Looks more like a luxury barge coupe trying to be a performance car. It's more like the size of a 70 Malibu, or at least it appears so; it may just be my eyes playing tricks. There was an original Challenger next to it; it was a nice size. Here are some pics, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
69dejavue Posted July 13, 2008 Report Share Posted July 13, 2008 ever heard of this on F ix Or Repair Daily First on Race Day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelsey Posted July 13, 2008 Report Share Posted July 13, 2008 Saw my first Challenger at Lime Rock yesterday - and now I can honestly say - I don't like it. Its way too big and ungainly in my opinion. Looks more like a luxury barge coupe trying to be a performance car. It's more like the size of a 70 Malibu, or at least it appears so; it may just be my eyes playing tricks. There was an original Challenger next to it; it was a nice size. Here are some pics, The car is big. I think you hit the nail on the head though. I really don't think the 08 is intended to be so much a race car as a daily drive that will haul when necessary. I will say I've managed 0-60 in 4.8 seconds on my dash, ain't too bad. It handles excellent. Not as good as the SGT, but it's not near as rough. It's going to make a comfortable cool DD, and that's all I bought it for. I've gotta say, I've never seen a car get this much attention. Not even my beloved SGT has pulled this many people. Stopping anywhere has been ridiculous! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Rodgers Posted July 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2008 Well guys I just picked mine up and am on the way back home with it. I'm truly impressed. I had my doubts about the auto stick, but I've found it to be a good auto trans. The car pulls HARD. Couldn't tell the thing weighs 2 tons when behind the wheel. I'll be back in OK tomorrow and will try to get some pics of em side by side Can not wait to see pic's, please post as soon as you can. With the exception of the gas mileage I think it is a great daily driver for people that live down south. Congrats on the new ride!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatboy Posted July 13, 2008 Report Share Posted July 13, 2008 Saw my first Challenger at Lime Rock yesterday - and now I can honestly say - I don't like it. Its way too big and ungainly in my opinion. Looks more like a luxury barge coupe trying to be a performance car. It's more like the size of a 70 Malibu, or at least it appears so; it may just be my eyes playing tricks. There was an original Challenger next to it; it was a nice size. Here are some pics, it does look pretty chunky compared to the 70's challenger but its not that bad...IMO. The car is big. I think you hit the nail on the head though. I really don't think the 08 is intended to be so much a race car as a daily drive that will haul when necessary. I will say I've managed 0-60 in 4.8 seconds on my dash, ain't too bad. It handles excellent. Not as good as the SGT, but it's not near as rough. It's going to make a comfortable cool DD, and that's all I bought it for. I've gotta say, I've never seen a car get this much attention. Not even my beloved SGT has pulled this many people. Stopping anywhere has been ridiculous! hows the interior? is it roomy? if i had the dough, i would buy one for a DD too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelsey Posted July 14, 2008 Report Share Posted July 14, 2008 I'll take some pics in the morning. I was out with it all day showing it to friends. It was a blast! Gas mileage wasn't to bad honestly. I averaged 23 MPG the whole way home on the highway (according to the onboard computer) and I'm getting 16 in town. Now the inside is quite roomy. It doesn't feel cramped like the mustang. The interior isn't retro, but I really like it. It feels like a euro sports car inside, all the luxuries. GPS, DVD, Hard drive, Kicker stereo, steering wheel controls, heated seats, auto dimming mirror, and push button start. You name it the car has it. I took people in the back seat and room wasn't a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XLR8 Posted July 14, 2008 Report Share Posted July 14, 2008 ever heard of this on F ix Or Repair Daily F ound O n R oad D ead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XLR8 Posted July 14, 2008 Report Share Posted July 14, 2008 Dayton Auto Show Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07SHELBY GT Posted July 14, 2008 Report Share Posted July 14, 2008 The Challenger I had the pleasure of being in at 120+ on the interstate was#...........Sorry I promised not to tell!The car is spot on for exterior retro.Given that they couldn't build an exact reproduction.It is LARGE.It feels slow mainly because of the weight.Interior while nice is not retro enough for me,Strictly an opinion.The seats are bolstered well but the bolsters are too wide either for fatties or..................IMO,Nice car!But see sig pic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelsey Posted July 14, 2008 Report Share Posted July 14, 2008 I just took a quick pic with my phone. I forgot our camera is on vacation with the rest of the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudden Posted July 14, 2008 Report Share Posted July 14, 2008 Oh you did you say,"SLOWPAR"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bye_For_Now Posted July 14, 2008 Report Share Posted July 14, 2008 My local Chrysler Dealership here in Norwood, MA received their first one last week. The manufacturer's sticker was $41K and the dealer had a $15K mark-up on it. It was big & black. Very nice looking, but I still prefer the look of my 07 SGT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSR Posted July 14, 2008 Report Share Posted July 14, 2008 I like the Challenger and would buy one at MSRP because of it's heritage, looks, etc... and the same for the Camaro from what I have seen. Heck I love Muscle Cars period as well as any true car guy would. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWEDEMAN Posted July 14, 2008 Report Share Posted July 14, 2008 I like it. Really brings back the memories of yester year! Nice looking car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatboy Posted July 14, 2008 Report Share Posted July 14, 2008 I just took a quick pic with my phone. I forgot our camera is on vacation with the rest of the family. a gravel driveway? eww i think u need to hand over both keys to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatboy Posted July 14, 2008 Report Share Posted July 14, 2008 F oundO n R oad D ead yeah i heard this one too...... f ckin old rebuilt dodge :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Rodgers Posted July 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 I just took a quick pic with my phone. I forgot our camera is on vacation with the rest of the family. Very nice, it does not look that much bigger than the Shelby. How much longer is it??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWEDEMAN Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 a gravel driveway? eww i think u need to hand over both keys to me. Good catch! I mean $80K worth of cars and Kelsey ruins them with a gravel driveway! Now that is _ _ _ _ _ _! EDITED: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColoradoShelbyGT Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 I like the Challenger and would buy one at MSRP because of it's heritage, looks, etc... and the same for the Camaro from what I have seen. Heck I love Muscle Cars period as well as any true car guy would. Hey Lamonte, I see you're in line for the Super Snake. Congrats! Look forward to seeing it next year in St Louis. I have to agree with you, it would be great to have a new Shelby, Challenger and Camaro SS all in the garage. Wes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mach 1 1970 Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 Very nice, it does not look that much bigger than the Shelby. How much longer is it??? 10" longer, also higher and wider. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XLR8 Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 Saw my first one on the road today, Orange, as I was pulling out of the post office. Of course I was in my company van. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelsey Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 Good catch! I mean $80K worth of cars and Kelsey ruins them with a gravel driveway! Now that is _ _ _ _ _ _! EDITED: Hey now! I don't drive fast on it. I'm not ruining any cars. :happy feet: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tekheavy Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 yeah i heard this one too......f ckin old rebuilt dodge :rolleyes: Heres the ones I've heard my whole life as a Ford guy ( F) ked ( O)n ( R)ace ( D)ay ( F)ound ( O)n ( R)oad ( D)ead ( F)ix ( O)r ( R)epair ( D)aily ( F) ked ( O)ld ( R)ebuilt ( D)odge ( F)lip ( O)ver ( R)ead ( D)irections ( F)ull ( O)f ( R)ediculous ( D)efects ( F)resh ( O)il ( R)equired ( D)aily ( F)ull ( O)f ( R)odent ( D)roppings ( F)ord ( O)wners ( R)ecommend ( D)odge ( F)ast ( O)nly ( R)olling ( D)ownhill ( F)ix ( O)r ( R)eturn to ( D)ealer And probably a few more if I can think of them. Maybe we should start a new thread for these. Think their called acronyms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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