Old Jan 11, 2008 | 03:08 PM
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Default RE: The price of the 2009 R/T and base models will be......

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I assume the $40K for the SRT model includes the "gas guzzler" tax. Would that apply to the R/T model with its smaller Hemi? If so, it's definitely a V-6 for me.
Actually, Bud, the R/T with the 5.7L HEMI and (currently) MDS doesn't get hit with the gas guzzler tax. I believe EPA estimates for that motor (with the 5-speed autostick) are 18 mpg combined. Ours averages 25+ mpg on the highway, and 16 mpg around town. No GG tax on that.
Since the MSRP on the 2008 Challenger SRT8 is $37,995 ($40,095 with the tax imposed and destination charges added in), and the 2008 Charger SRT8 base price is $37,030 (add the GG tax and destination charges and you're at $39,805) the difference of $290.00 is what I'll base my guesses on.

My Prognostications on Base Prices (including destination charges);
2009 Challenger SXT with 250HP V6 / 4 speed automatic transmission - $26,795.00
2009 Challenger R/T with 5.7L HEMI with MDS/VCT / 5 speed autostick - $31,695.00
2009 Challenger R/T with 5.7L HEMI with VCT / 6 speed TREMEC - $31,545.00
2009 Challenger SRT8 with 6.1L HEMI / 5 speed autostick - $38,145.00 (plus $2,100.00 GG tax)
2009 Challenger SRT8 with 6.1L HEMI / 6 speed TREMEC - $37,995.00 (plus $2,100.00 GG tax)

Those are my guesses. Anyone else care to take a stab at it?
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