Edmunds Report on 2008 Challenger Sales
01-04-2008 | 03:39 AM
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Edmunds Report on 2008 Challenger Sales
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AUBURN HILLS, Michigan — Chrysler told Inside Line on Thursday that it has taken more than 9,000 orders for the 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 in a single month. The order cutoff, which had been anticipated at the end of December, has not yet happened.
"There is still no decision (on an order cutoff)," said Kathy Graham, Dodge Challenger public relations specialist. "We still are working on the total number of units that will be built. We're really happy that people want the car. We'll sell as many as we can build."
Graham describes the new Challenger as a "future collectible."
Chrysler has still not put a firm number on how many Challengers Dodge will build in 2008. In December, Graham told Inside Line that it "will be less than 10,000." The pace of orders for the Challenger has slowed, however. Dodge dealers accepted more than 7,000 orders for the retro muscle car from December 3-10.
Graham also said that Dodge will release more information next week about the No. 1 production 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 that is set to go up for auction on January 19 at the Barrett-Jackson auction. The production version of the 2009 Challenger makes its worldwide debut on February 6 at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show.
Dodge has priced the Challenger SRT8 at $37,995, including a $675 destination fee. However, real-world pricing is said to be double that for some buyers.
What this means to you: If we're reading the tea leaves correctly, time seems to be running out for you to get your hands on the 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8. — Anita Lienert, Correspondent
"There is still no decision (on an order cutoff)," said Kathy Graham, Dodge Challenger public relations specialist. "We still are working on the total number of units that will be built. We're really happy that people want the car. We'll sell as many as we can build."
Graham describes the new Challenger as a "future collectible."
Chrysler has still not put a firm number on how many Challengers Dodge will build in 2008. In December, Graham told Inside Line that it "will be less than 10,000." The pace of orders for the Challenger has slowed, however. Dodge dealers accepted more than 7,000 orders for the retro muscle car from December 3-10.
Graham also said that Dodge will release more information next week about the No. 1 production 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 that is set to go up for auction on January 19 at the Barrett-Jackson auction. The production version of the 2009 Challenger makes its worldwide debut on February 6 at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show.
Dodge has priced the Challenger SRT8 at $37,995, including a $675 destination fee. However, real-world pricing is said to be double that for some buyers.
What this means to you: If we're reading the tea leaves correctly, time seems to be running out for you to get your hands on the 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8. — Anita Lienert, Correspondent
01-04-2008 | 09:26 AM
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RE: Edmunds Report on 2008 Challenger Sales
I work at a Dodge dealership in Winder, GA.
Dodge has told us they are producing 5000 for 2008 and they will be numbered. They have over 6000 presales, which means some people won't be getting them until 2009. CNN has posted an article with similar information here:
http://money.cnn.com/2007/12/06/auto..._over_sticker/
We have 3 coming in, and one is fully paid for. We aren't charging double MSRP like the article says, but all 3 are fully loaded, so they MSRP at $41,890, then we're charging $20k over sticker plus taxes.
Dodge has told us they are producing 5000 for 2008 and they will be numbered. They have over 6000 presales, which means some people won't be getting them until 2009. CNN has posted an article with similar information here:
http://money.cnn.com/2007/12/06/auto..._over_sticker/
We have 3 coming in, and one is fully paid for. We aren't charging double MSRP like the article says, but all 3 are fully loaded, so they MSRP at $41,890, then we're charging $20k over sticker plus taxes.
01-04-2008 | 10:07 AM
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RE: Edmunds Report on 2008 Challenger Sales
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I work at a Dodge dealership in Winder, GA.
Dodge has told us they are producing 5000 for 2008 and they will be numbered. They have over 6000 presales, which means some people won't be getting them until 2009. CNN has posted an article with similar information here:
http://money.cnn.com/2007/12/06/auto..._over_sticker/
We have 3 coming in, and one is fully paid for. We aren't charging double MSRP like the article says, but all 3 are fully loaded, so they MSRP at $41,890, then we're charging $20k over sticker plus taxes.
I work at a Dodge dealership in Winder, GA.
Dodge has told us they are producing 5000 for 2008 and they will be numbered. They have over 6000 presales, which means some people won't be getting them until 2009. CNN has posted an article with similar information here:
http://money.cnn.com/2007/12/06/auto..._over_sticker/
We have 3 coming in, and one is fully paid for. We aren't charging double MSRP like the article says, but all 3 are fully loaded, so they MSRP at $41,890, then we're charging $20k over sticker plus taxes.
20K over sticker. I'm sorry, but that is a total ripoff. However, I guess if there is someone out there stupid enough to pay it, then I can't fault you for taking their money.
01-04-2008 | 10:59 AM
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RE: Edmunds Report on 2008 Challenger Sales
That's what they're averaging for across the US. We're asking $20k for the two remaining we're getting. The one we sold has been paid for in cash and was $25k over.
Keep in mind though, this is just for the limited production run of the SRT-8's that are going to be numbered. In 2009 when more models come out, prices will significantly drop.
Right now, across the US, there have been over 6000 pre-sales taken, but they are only making a run of 5000. Do the math. There aren't enough Challengers for all the buyers in 2008. My dealership just hasn't started doing pre-sales until this past week. We wanted to wait until official pricing was released and we found out how many for sure we're getting. We're getting two orange and one black, all 3 fully loaded, so its like a $41,980 MSRP.
A lot of dealerships have sold more than their alotted number of Challengers. That will cause for some upset customers when they find out they aren't getting their limited edition SRT-8 they were hoping for.
The first run is being aimed more as a collectors car.
It all depends on the demand for the car. We sell Fords too, and the Shelby GT500's go for 10-15k over sticker, Bullitt Mustangs are going for just full MSRP, and the GT500KR we're getting in has already had a deposit put down on it for 100k over sticker. It was something rediculous like $195k otd.
Keep in mind though, this is just for the limited production run of the SRT-8's that are going to be numbered. In 2009 when more models come out, prices will significantly drop.
Right now, across the US, there have been over 6000 pre-sales taken, but they are only making a run of 5000. Do the math. There aren't enough Challengers for all the buyers in 2008. My dealership just hasn't started doing pre-sales until this past week. We wanted to wait until official pricing was released and we found out how many for sure we're getting. We're getting two orange and one black, all 3 fully loaded, so its like a $41,980 MSRP.
A lot of dealerships have sold more than their alotted number of Challengers. That will cause for some upset customers when they find out they aren't getting their limited edition SRT-8 they were hoping for.
The first run is being aimed more as a collectors car.
It all depends on the demand for the car. We sell Fords too, and the Shelby GT500's go for 10-15k over sticker, Bullitt Mustangs are going for just full MSRP, and the GT500KR we're getting in has already had a deposit put down on it for 100k over sticker. It was something rediculous like $195k otd.
01-04-2008 | 01:30 PM
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RE: Edmunds Report on 2008 Challenger Sales
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Right now, across the US, there have been over 6000 pre-sales taken, but they are only making a run of 5000. Do the math...
Right now, across the US, there have been over 6000 pre-sales taken, but they are only making a run of 5000. Do the math...
01-04-2008 | 01:34 PM
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RE: Edmunds Report on 2008 Challenger Sales
Yes they're making the Bullitt agian. They do not have any Ford or Mustang logos anywhere ont the car. The dash has a lot of brushed aluminum, there is no spoier, and there has been a suspension upgrade, cold air intake, and sport exhaust added.
The GT500kr is a special edition of the GT500 limited to 1000 units and will feature some exterior modifications as well as some beefing up of the engine. The new features are:
-5.4-liter supercharged V-8 producing an estimated 540-horsepower and 510 ft.-lbs. of torque
-Ford Racing Power Upgrade Pack featuring revised calibration and cold air intake system
-6-speed manual transmission with 3.73:1 rear axle ratio
-Ford Racing performance exhaust system
-Unique performance suspension tuning: springs, dampers, and stabilizer bars
-Shelby-designed “GT500KR” 20-inch wheels (18-inch version for production)
-Ford Racing short-throw shifter and front strut tower brace
-Unique carbon composite hood featuring classic Shelby “KR” design
-Front brake cooling ducts
-‘Shelby’ lettering across the front edge of hood and rear decklid
-40th Anniversary badges on the front quarter panels
-Carroll Shelby signature embroidered headrests and floor mats
-Official Shelby CSM 40th Anniversary GT500KR dash plate
The GT500KR will be the 2nd fastest production model behind the Saleen S281 Extreme, which boasted 550hp.
The GT500kr is a special edition of the GT500 limited to 1000 units and will feature some exterior modifications as well as some beefing up of the engine. The new features are:
-5.4-liter supercharged V-8 producing an estimated 540-horsepower and 510 ft.-lbs. of torque
-Ford Racing Power Upgrade Pack featuring revised calibration and cold air intake system
-6-speed manual transmission with 3.73:1 rear axle ratio
-Ford Racing performance exhaust system
-Unique performance suspension tuning: springs, dampers, and stabilizer bars
-Shelby-designed “GT500KR” 20-inch wheels (18-inch version for production)
-Ford Racing short-throw shifter and front strut tower brace
-Unique carbon composite hood featuring classic Shelby “KR” design
-Front brake cooling ducts
-‘Shelby’ lettering across the front edge of hood and rear decklid
-40th Anniversary badges on the front quarter panels
-Carroll Shelby signature embroidered headrests and floor mats
-Official Shelby CSM 40th Anniversary GT500KR dash plate
The GT500KR will be the 2nd fastest production model behind the Saleen S281 Extreme, which boasted 550hp.
01-04-2008 | 01:36 PM
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RE: Edmunds Report on 2008 Challenger Sales
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It's hard to "do the math" when BOTH of your numbers are way off...
ORIGINAL: AnthonyAtAkins
Right now, across the US, there have been over 6000 pre-sales taken, but they are only making a run of 5000. Do the math...
Right now, across the US, there have been over 6000 pre-sales taken, but they are only making a run of 5000. Do the math...
"It had been reported that Chrysler would build only 5,000 Challenger's for the 2008 model year, but more than 6,000 have already been ordered. The company may increase production to meet additional demand, Chrysler spokeswoman Kathy Graham said."
Source: http://money.cnn.com/2007/12/06/auto..._over_sticker/
EDIT: I just went and asked our owner and he said he's been told there are actually only going to be about 4700-4800 actually for sale.
01-04-2008 | 01:51 PM
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That's what they're averaging for across the US. We're asking $20k for the two remaining we're getting. The one we sold has been paid for in cash and was $25k over.
Keep in mind though, this is just for the limited production run of the SRT-8's that are going to be numbered. In 2009 when more models come out, prices will significantly drop.
Right now, across the US, there have been over 6000 pre-sales taken, but they are only making a run of 5000. Do the math. There aren't enough Challengers for all the buyers in 2008. My dealership just hasn't started doing pre-sales until this past week. We wanted to wait until official pricing was released and we found out how many for sure we're getting. We're getting two orange and one black, all 3 fully loaded, so its like a $41,980 MSRP.
A lot of dealerships have sold more than their alotted number of Challengers. That will cause for some upset customers when they find out they aren't getting their limited edition SRT-8 they were hoping for.
The first run is being aimed more as a collectors car.
It all depends on the demand for the car. We sell Fords too, and the Shelby GT500's go for 10-15k over sticker, Bullitt Mustangs are going for just full MSRP, and the GT500KR we're getting in has already had a deposit put down on it for 100k over sticker. It was something rediculous like $195k otd.
That's what they're averaging for across the US. We're asking $20k for the two remaining we're getting. The one we sold has been paid for in cash and was $25k over.
Keep in mind though, this is just for the limited production run of the SRT-8's that are going to be numbered. In 2009 when more models come out, prices will significantly drop.
Right now, across the US, there have been over 6000 pre-sales taken, but they are only making a run of 5000. Do the math. There aren't enough Challengers for all the buyers in 2008. My dealership just hasn't started doing pre-sales until this past week. We wanted to wait until official pricing was released and we found out how many for sure we're getting. We're getting two orange and one black, all 3 fully loaded, so its like a $41,980 MSRP.
A lot of dealerships have sold more than their alotted number of Challengers. That will cause for some upset customers when they find out they aren't getting their limited edition SRT-8 they were hoping for.
The first run is being aimed more as a collectors car.
It all depends on the demand for the car. We sell Fords too, and the Shelby GT500's go for 10-15k over sticker, Bullitt Mustangs are going for just full MSRP, and the GT500KR we're getting in has already had a deposit put down on it for 100k over sticker. It was something rediculous like $195k otd.
Anyone need any fertilizer? This guy's selling it in 4000lb loads at $61K per.
It'd be humorous if he even had his facts straight. But like those that have come here before him, he THINKS he can dance around them.
Facts are;
Dodge hasn't publicly committed to a specific production number of 2008 Challenger SRT8s other than to say "less than 10,000".
Dodge employees have stated "Each dealership will get ONE 2008 Challenger SRT8"....but he's getting 3 (at MSRP + $20K" each).
He's asking $20K over MSRP for the 2nd and 3rd Challengers he's getting - (first one was paid in full already at MSRP +$25K) meaning he doesn't have anyone knocking his door down to be taken advantage of, so he's soliciting sales here. ANY TAKERS?
6000 orders were recorded within the first week Dodge was accepting orders on the limited edition / numbered dash plaque 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8's, ......and his dealership didn't order any until last week - because they wanted to wait for "official pricing to be released" - which also happened on December 3rd, 2007 - BUT they're getting three, even though they obviously have at least 6000 orders being filled before theirs.
This guy joined the forum today, and has four posts already - aimed at selling Challengers (at MSRP+$20K)
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Go stand in the corner next to dodgesales and hang your head in shame - if you have any. Then check Edmunds.com for the real numbers.