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Old 08-24-2008, 08:21 PM
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My local dealer, that I've been working with has 2 08 SRT 8's in orange. Is willing to sell to me at window sticker price 41,000+. No mark up. Says I can get $15,000 for my 06 Charger (base model). I have not investigated insurance, calculated sales tax, or plate registration or transfer from the Charger, as additional cost considerations. Money is not a particular issue, although it is still 25,000 bucks plus incidentals.

I really like my Charger, don't really "need" a car. And I am wondering if I'll have fun with an 08 SRT, or if I should wait out an 09 RT in orange, or just wait, altogether. I can't see driving bad a_ _ car in winter, have tried to keep T bird in great shape, but it could become everyday car, or bring the 1999 Ranger out of retirement and keep cool cars for special.

I'm torn on what to do. Part of me wants to have an 08 SRT 8, but I wonder if I'd drive it or just "have it".

so what do you guys think?

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Doc, for as long as you have been on the forum and for the tons of material you have amassed, I would think that this would be a no brainer for you at this point. You enjoyed your travels in your Bird this summer, I would think that the time has come for you to own something beyond special, but THE CAR. The Charger is cool, but this is just something beyond that, and the deal from the dealer seems right on. Good luck!
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I thought you had one if not I would grab it if your happy with color.
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Even if you waited for the 09 R/T you pay nearly the same. I say get the 08 SRT. I guarantee you will find reasons to drive it!
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Like going down driveway to get paper and mail.........
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Especially if you can get an 08 at sticker price, I'd say go for it.
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I agree. Go for it!
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ORIGINAL: stevelegel

Is willing to sell to me at window sticker price 41,000+.
I can't see driving bad a_ _ car in winter, or bring the 1999 Ranger out of retirement
For that price and the fact that you already have your 'winter beater' (depending on where you live),
and it being one of the 6400 it will hold it's value a little better than an '09. (if you don't beat the crap out of it,
Get It.!
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Does desire to row your own gears matter? You are thinking buy SRT or R/T? Wait till spring then you can test drive both. Don’t rush get the car you want at a better price.
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If you can afford SRT (and afford includes the higher insurance), then I would say get it.


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