kramtrah

Buying one anyway on schedule!

Well, I busted my butt saving the last near three years when I saw the concept and knew then this was my next car. So, despite things being bad, Ill do my part to try and improve the economy by spending a few bucks. I know it will be worth every hard earned dollar and after all, its only gonna be mine for the next 30 to 40 or so years, making it even a better buy. Now all I need to do is get it across the border and on a train headed to home.[sm=americanasmiley.gif]

Justinec101

Unfortunately my work is directly tied to the housing market so. . . I may be waiting a year or 2 [:@] If things pick up or change within the next month I'll get one in march like I've been planning but I have a feeling things are going to get much worse before they get better - even if the presidential candidates didn't want to say that at the debate. . . .

Rudy61SRT8

THANK GOD That my family is alright in this time of crisis!

I got the 08 almost 2 months ago , when GAS was the "huge issue" , I understand that a lot of hard working people got the shaft becuse of all of this and I hope everyone can pull through in this very rough time , it's truly a shame. Some peope had millions weeks ago , and now have a goose egg. 73 is right , it is truly a gift to take ownership of this car ... and don't worry everyone will have theres !!!!

Kevin BTW I would not invest in GM Stock !!!

clasko10

I ordered an SRT8 Challenger in May and cancelled it at the end of June. For me, the Challenger would be a toy and only driven in good weather. With the weather in Michigan, the car would be in the garage 85% of the time. I saw the credit and housing markets worsening and decided to wait to make a large purchase. I saved for over two years to for a down payment but I like having that money in my savings account during this tough time. I plan to continue saving and buy my Challenger sometime in the future. I don't see any reason to risk financial hardship because these cars will be available when I am ready to make my purchase. I guess the bottom line for me is having cash in the bank will not hurt me but making a big purchase, of any kind, might cause financial hardship. The economy is definitely the reason for my decision not to purchase a Challenger at this time.

mopar2ya

Obviously a well thought out decision clasko. Good work!

rasonjason92

I will be buying one on schedule. I leave for Iraq in December or I would already have bought an R/T. However I WILL buy my R/T Classic six speed the day after I return next December. My loving wife has already worked out saving 10,000 for a down payment.

2007HemiCuda

I’ve got an SRT on order and secured financing in late September but the car is planned to be delivered in February. I’ll worry about financing in January when this all blows over. I have just fewer than 800 for credit score I will not be duped and will shop around for financing.

fatcat

Let's face it folks.........we are a diffreent breed of car buyer.

The Challenger is not a 'main stream' automobile in today's market. It's a specialty car that we are passionate about.

This purchase is not about basic transportation. It's high fashion statement that is not really for a family.

It's like the Corvette. There will always be a buyer with money that will buy our car.

No doubt, the numbers are down. My dealer told me that they had four Challenger deals fall through this week due to financing issues.

You cannot sell them if the buyer cannot get financing. Chrysler cancelled the leasing program, so the result is poor sales - even for our beloved Challenger.

The S/E model is an outright steal. The R/T model is a bargain muscle car. The SRT8 model is an extravagence.

Our economy is real sick right now, and normal conditions do not apply. I think Chrysler has more to worry about than GM.

Private investors (CERBERUS) do not keep companies that lose money. I pray for brighter days ahead. Sooner the better.

I agree with both you guys.

Mopar2ya , the wife is the main reason I went for the R/T instead of the SRT8. She absolutely would not go for the Goverment Gas guzzler tax and I love her too much for devorve over a car and the end result is , I ABSOLUTELY LOVE MY CHALLENGER R/T

73Chalenger you are excatly right about special type buyers and all your statements in my opinion. I for one knew I was buying a Challenger since it was first announced and started saving every dime I could till the day it came and payed cash for it. I know thats not for everyone or most on here but I've also allowed for the expense of gasoline. I'M GONNA DRIVE THIS CAR A LOT

I also hope and pray that all the car companies get thru this terrible economic time and start designing better, smarter, more fuel efficient cars.

Good lock and Best Wishes to all, Fat Cat[sm=gears.gif]

09ChallengerRT

I also knew that this would be my next car from the first time I saw it at the autoshow. Although I didnt really save anything for a down payment I have set aside some $ for a rainy day purchase. I.E. My Challenger I am beginning to get worried about the possable trade in value of my 2000 Dakota 4x4.

Phantom

Still a lot of things don't make sense, For example:
When the dealers would not realize that maybe they were trying to find too many Big Fish in the Market, they would not give up.
I decided to wait for the 2009 to be announced. The pricing was announced on 6/2.
Then indications of a slowing economy became evident.
I went to 4 dealers who would not accept an order for a 2009, before I found one.
Four months have passed... and now my built 2009 SRT has been sitting in a lot in Canada... and for what ??
I'm sorry,,, but I'm starting to think that the game is not any fun anymore.
What's next...Are they holding my car hostage and want more ?
They've cut off communication (VINWIN).
They offer excuses through leaked sources (like we have possibly an axle problem that requires us to keep you car in this storage yard for a month).
What's next.
The frustation just may not be worth the wait.
You can only play a fool for so long.