Soon-to-be-convert
Hello everyone,
New member here and just wanted to say hi real quick. You may be wondering about the title of this thread, well let me explain. I am a life-long Ford owner/lover, etc. I am 34 and have owned 5 Fords in my day. Curently I have a 2005 Mustang GT (which I love, don't get me wrong!). However, I can't stop dreaming about this new Challenger with a 6.1 liter HEMI. I've never owned a Dodge; never even thought about owning a Dodge...until now!
This concept is beautiful in every sense of the word. My only hope is that the actual production version remains true to the concept. If they screw this up it could be catastrophic. They have a real winner on their hands (for once) with this Challenger and again, let's just hope they don't miss the perfect opportunity to capture the hearts and minds of the consumers.
I'm curious about a few things: 1.) Estimated price - I've seen it anywhere from $31K to $50K. What's the deal? 2.) Can I go to a dealer now get on a list, leave a deposit, and/or order it to spec straight from the factory? If I can't order one now, when can I? 3.) if I sallied-out and went with the 5.7L V8 rather than the 6.1L SRT version, I'm curious to know if it would be any faster than my 2005 Mustang GT? If not, screw it! I'll keep the `Stang. I know the 6.1L would smoke it no doubt and it would probably give the Shelby GT500 a run for its money. I just fear that it's gonna cost $50-$55K (like the Shelbys do). Shelby owners are likely paying $10-$15K just for the Shelby name / badging on the car. So, maybe the Challenger won't necessarily be that expensive.
Anyway, Dodge you got me...hook, line and sinker. I'll take mine in Plum Crazy Purple; with the 6.1L HEMI V8 and a 6-speed MANUAL tranny please.