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Old Jan 14, 2008 | 04:03 PM
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Considering the concept had production pieces in the interior already, it was always going to be a ringer for the production car, unlike Camaro that was throw something together and figure it out later when they rushed into the fray. Chrysler went daring with the Charger/300/Magnum and its going to work out well with the Challenger. I like this thing a lot.

I personally wouldn't buy one, either I'll end up with another Mustang, CTS coupe, or something like an SRT Charger(whatever the '10 version is) if I want 4 doors, as this car is a bit large for my tastes as a coupe. But still cool to have it on the roads.
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Old Jan 15, 2008 | 01:51 PM
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Spotted again.
Seems this one has a full width rear light, which I'm not so keen on.
http://www.autoblog.com/category/spyphotos/







Spot the difference in the tail lamps. I prefer the first one that was spotted, here:

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Old Jan 15, 2008 | 02:06 PM
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I think some of that is probably reflectors, shining from the cars headlights behind it.
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Old Jan 15, 2008 | 02:12 PM
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Maybe the surround is the thrid brake light?


How come no one can get the front of the stupid car. i wanna see the front!
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Old Jan 15, 2008 | 09:44 PM
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Looks great, but like the Mustang, it looks like it has too much "junk in the trunk". The rear just looks too thick to me.
Im with you 100%. Its missing that light, slender look that the old mopars had, despite being big cars.

And maybe its just me, but when i saw that the first thing i thought of was a fattened version of a Nissan S14 tail... and i dont like those much.



Originally Posted by Knight
Maybe the surround is the thrid brake light?


How come no one can get the front of the stupid car. i wanna see the front!
HEMI BABY!!!
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Old Jan 15, 2008 | 09:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Knight
Maybe the surround is the thrid brake light?

I think you are right
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Old Jan 15, 2008 | 10:05 PM
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Originally Posted by ScottyBoy302
Im with you 100%. Its missing that light, slender look that the old mopars had, despite being big cars.

And maybe its just me, but when i saw that the first thing i thought of was a fattened version of a Nissan S14 tail... and i dont like those much.




HEMI BABY!!!
LOL! I thought it was only me thats why i didnt say anything, but i guess im not alone!
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Old Jan 15, 2008 | 10:08 PM
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Lets just hope they don't goof up the '10. I still say if you put this car together with Camaro and the current S197, the Mustang takes the cake as far as looks go. The other 2 probably have it outgunned, but all in all, I'll still take the Mustang.
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Old Jan 16, 2008 | 10:25 AM
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First, clear un disguised photos of the challenger in silver!
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Old Jan 16, 2008 | 10:35 AM
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Man I love it!

It looks like they made the front and rear panels a tad more angular but it works so no complaints here
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Old Jan 16, 2008 | 10:43 AM
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The car looks great! Would love to see one in black!
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Old Jan 16, 2008 | 10:44 AM
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Looks nice, but it's HUGE. Look at its size in comparision with the white Buick behind it. It looks like a coupe version of the 300/charger, which it is under the skin.
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Old Jan 16, 2008 | 11:22 AM
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having fun
Looks meaner to me now
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Old Jan 16, 2008 | 12:04 PM
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Humm maybe time for a trade if I see one in person & like it enough just maybe.
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Old Jan 16, 2008 | 12:07 PM
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Originally Posted by burningman
having fun
Looks meaner to me now
The bottom by Doug looks way cleaner with no warpy line with a bigger opening, no why were you not in there on the design team or at least get a modest fee A New Car for your ideas ?
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Old Jan 16, 2008 | 12:08 PM
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Lookin good
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Old Jan 16, 2008 | 12:19 PM
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Hmm... I think the concept looked better overall. Not bad though. Could just be the color, but I'm not loving the fuel door.
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Old Jan 16, 2008 | 12:32 PM
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Man, that Challenger's a looker, Exhibit A in the beauty of a clean, well designed automotive form. It's thankfully devoid of tacky trailer-park tack-ons that tart up other well done basic designs that some other, unnamed manufacturer too resorts to. Lovely how the light plays off the flanks, no amount of lick-'n-stick testosterone-based protrusions could match that, a sign of great design rather than a lot of design -- real artistry here rather than cheesy artifice.

While it's undoubtedly a pretty big car, its hides its size beautifully. The bumper cut lines are wonderfully done, quite in contrast to the somewhat awkward, busy and clumsy lines of the Camaro prototypes. Much the same could be said for the front and rear ends overall too, where the Camaro starts looking a bit too overstyled and fussy.

The rear spoiler is discreet yet purposeful and likely functional, in contrast to the J.C. Whitney airbrake adornment on the Stang GT, which soley enhances ego rather than performance. I would probably make it body color, though in black, it does lend a subtle bit of contrast.

Nice touch with the slotted brake rotors too and the mongo calipers.

The Challenger once again showcases Chryslers ability to bring showcars to the showroom unmolested by the vagaries of production requirements. Well done and an impressive gauntlet to be laid at the feet of Ford and GM.
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Old Jan 16, 2008 | 12:59 PM
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This car is gorgeous and I think they've done a superb job of keeping it looking like the concept car.

The only downer for me, at the moment, is the first cars will all be autos only.
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Old Jan 16, 2008 | 01:13 PM
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wow that looks very very nice!!
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