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Old Jul 1, 2006 | 08:00 PM
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I just hope that they do stay true to the concept. Was dissapointed with Ford on how they changed the shelby from concept. Kinda funny how the GT-H has the Shelby name under the third light but the GT500 has it awkwardly off to the left side. Fingers are crossed that this announcement will force Ford to bring out a Boss.
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Old Jul 1, 2006 | 08:08 PM
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As much as I like my mustang, this car is even hotter. Too bad it wasn't available a year ago. Looks like I might just have to hang on to my $$ instead of buying mods. It'll be interesting to see how close the production model comes to the concept. let's hope they don't mess it up with a crazy tiptronic-manumatic.
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Old Jul 1, 2006 | 08:37 PM
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I think it looks cool. But I think the "Challenger" name is kind of dated. It doesn't hold on to time as well as "Mustang" does.
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Old Jul 1, 2006 | 08:47 PM
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This thing is an awesome muscle car…I’ll take mine in Challenger Orange, Hemi, 6 speed and 20” wheels.

I say bring it on, Camaro SS too- competition is good.
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Old Jul 1, 2006 | 09:30 PM
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Old Jul 1, 2006 | 10:17 PM
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Originally Posted by rocket88
maybe it will grow 2 extra doors like the charger
I think thet've learned there lesson from the 4dr Charger........huuuum or have they?
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Old Jul 1, 2006 | 10:26 PM
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Merged and moved these chally threads
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Old Jul 2, 2006 | 01:43 AM
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Originally Posted by S.SubZero
I think it looks cool. But I think the "Challenger" name is kind of dated. It doesn't hold on to time as well as "Mustang" does.
I was thinking that also. I guess I associate it now with the shuttle disaster. 'Cuda would have been better, but they killed off Plymouth. But then Dodge and Plymouth shared the name Neon, so why not?
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Old Jul 2, 2006 | 02:29 AM
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Originally Posted by KR3259
you just watch, they will mess it up, truck grill, suicide opening mini back doors, etc.
and maybe to satisfy the 6 banger quota they can bring back the tough ol' "slant six" while they are at it
Ain't gonna happen.
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Old Jul 2, 2006 | 08:45 AM
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Its a cool car but i'm afraid its going to be to high priced and end up like another GTO.
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Old Jul 2, 2006 | 10:05 AM
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Is there an estimation from the concept what the curb weight would be on this puppy?
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Old Jul 2, 2006 | 11:21 AM
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Originally Posted by BC_Shelby
Nice. Good job, there.

What can I say? I bleed Ford blue.
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Old Jul 2, 2006 | 11:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Burke0011
Is there an estimation from the concept what the curb weight would be on this puppy?
I'm pretty sure the concept was a bit on the heavy side, closer to 4000lbs. From the looks of it though, its a big car, probably room in the back to sit adults with ample headroom.

If I somehow managed to make a lot more money in the next few years, this car would be very appealing to me, but only if offered with a manual transmission
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Old Jul 3, 2006 | 05:07 AM
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i still dont see them coming close to the price range of the stangs. i payed 24 something for my fully loaded GT and if they do plan on putting that hemi in there with 400+ HP they are going to have to leave out all the extras and frills to keep the price in the mid 20's or there going to end up well in the 30's and in my book you would then be compairing apples to oranges with the stang and the challenger

i dont know its 6 am and im tired so ill wait till it comes out and see lol
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Old Jul 3, 2006 | 06:10 AM
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i think it looks fat, chubby and out of place. especially the back.
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Old Jul 3, 2006 | 07:48 AM
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Originally Posted by Mustangfreak
What can I say? I bleed Ford blue.
i feel the same, i think the car is really nice, but i too feel that its going to be too expensive ot be competitive. (read: camaro killed off 4 years ago)

until chevy and mopar build these things in the price range of the stang, they will lose in sales, although they will be better in all performance aspects
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Old Jul 3, 2006 | 01:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Burke0011
Is there an estimation from the concept what the curb weight would be on this puppy?
a lil over 4200lbs and thats with the CF hood!!!


i think this is great news, competition for the 'stangs, but im sketchy on the whole final production model. we'll have to wait and see.....
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Old Jul 3, 2006 | 05:44 PM
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I hope you folks that think that you'll be able to get one of these with the Big Hemi under 30 grand are planning on waiting a few years and getting a used one. Look at the prices of the SRT 300, Charger, Magnum. They are pushing 40K+. Maybe one of the 340 horse Hemi's for close to 30 grand No way in hell DC is gonna sell a 420 horse power Challanger for under 30k I love my GT, but if they do sell it with a manual tranny under 30 grand, I'll be standing in line to get one. Figure on 22-26k for a V6, 30-35k for a 340 horse and 36-45k for the Big Hemi.

It would look badass with a tubbed rear end.
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Old Jul 3, 2006 | 06:18 PM
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Originally Posted by jvm051
I hope you folks that think that you'll be able to get one of these with the Big Hemi under 30 grand are planning on waiting a few years and getting a used one. Look at the prices of the SRT 300, Charger, Magnum. They are pushing 40K+. Maybe one of the 340 horse Hemi's for close to 30 grand No way in hell DC is gonna sell a 420 horse power Challanger for under 30k I love my GT, but if they do sell it with a manual tranny under 30 grand, I'll be standing in line to get one. Figure on 22-26k for a V6, 30-35k for a 340 horse and 36-45k for the Big Hemi.

It would look badass with a tubbed rear end.

my point exactly
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Old Jul 3, 2006 | 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by nonsensez9
As much as I like my mustang, this car is even hotter. Too bad it wasn't available a year ago. Looks like I might just have to hang on to my $$ instead of buying mods. It'll be interesting to see how close the production model comes to the concept. let's hope they don't mess it up with a crazy tiptronic-manumatic.
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