Just test drove a 392 Challenger - Page 2

hv92 · 02-16-2011, 03:39 PM

god.. I want the srt8 so bad! But i JUST bought the camaro and its only been 7 months! Don't you just hate it and wish money grew on trees??? lmao

ffrcobra_65 · 02-16-2011, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by 1bad65

Why anyone buys those things is beyond me. Of the 3 muscle cars, its the last one I'd get if I was buying a V6. It has the most weight and the least hp. And the previous V6s were even worse, only 250hp and a 4-speed auto.

Isn't the interior redesigned for the 2012 Challengers?

redesigned or not, I think I will feel like a baby sitting in a love seat in these huge white seats with ugly 392 on them.

rmnc3r · 02-16-2011, 03:56 PM

I came pretty close to buying an 09 Challenger; the wife dissuaded me from that folly and I got my 2SS instead.

HOWEVER,
I'm glad her wisdom prevailed 'cause the '11 SRT8 392s are much more refined.
...I'm dropping hints to her daily now that I've decided to sell my Ram1500...

Any one want a truck?

1bad65 · 02-16-2011, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by ffrcobra_65

redesigned or not, I think I will feel like a baby sitting in a love seat in these huge white seats with ugly 392 on them.

Yeah, those seats are ugly. Are those seats only in the first 1,100 cars, or are they going to be in all the 2012 SRTs?

blackknight · 02-16-2011, 04:27 PM

if the camaros werent available id be driving a challenger. they are a damn fine lookin machine.

WadeWilson · 02-16-2011, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 1bad65

Yeah, those seats are ugly. Are those seats only in the first 1,100 cars, or are they going to be in all the 2012 SRTs?

Those are hideous. I think those will be on the inaugural SRT392s only. See excerpt from Car & Driver article:

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"The first 1492 examples of the SRT8 392 will be special Inaugural Editions. (We’re told the build quantity has no significance beyond the allocation of 392 cars for Canada and 1100 for the U.S. You’re invited to make your own Christopher Columbus joke in the comments.) Those cars will wear one of two white-and-blue paint combos, but using different hues: Stone White stripes over Deep Water Blue or Viper Blue stripes on a Bright White body. The standard 20-inch wheels get black-painted pockets and the series-production car’s dual rectangular exhaust finishers have been swapped for quad outlets. The limited-edition model’s interior will get the blue-and-white treatment as well, with white leather seats accented by blue striping and stitching. Each car will get the requisite serialized dash plaque, too."

macwest · 02-16-2011, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Shardik2SS

Those are hideous. I think those will be on the inaugural SRT392s only. See excerpt from Car & Driver article:

I kinda like the seats.

On the challenger I really liked it and at first wanted it more then the camaro but the cost comaprison was huge and my Saturn/Gm salesperson has always been up fornt and honest on all cars my family have bought over the years so I went with the camaro. Add to it... the camaros width and length are almsot identical to my old cudas. What can I say I am a Plymouth nut

When and if They come out with the CUDA I will rethink it. Having a new gen cuda to go with my old ones would be great.

Jcobra · 02-16-2011, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by The_Blur

Your dealer is an idiot. Haven't you learned?

That idiot let me bid on the GMAC auction were I picked up a 2ss/Rs M6 with 1k miles for $28k. Thanks.

1BADLS3 · 02-16-2011, 07:24 PM

The Challenger kind of came to the market half-baked, IMHO. It was done before Chrysler got bitch-slapped by Fiat. The 250hp/4-speed auto wasn't a competitive combo, and cutting and pasting the typical LX interior wasn't a smart move.

Now, they're finally putting in great engines. The V6 is due for the Pentastar 3.6 upgrade (if it hasn't already happened) and a 6-speed auto. The interior is/will be revamped. Can't wait to see a new NEW challenger in action

ViperTomcat · 02-16-2011, 07:45 PM

The 2012 V6 Challengers are actually getting an 8 speed auto.

TOMS1SS · 02-16-2011, 08:54 PM

[QUOTE=1bad65;2849456]Why anyone buys those things is beyond me. Of the 3 muscle cars, its the last one I'd get if I was buying a V6. It has the most weight and the least hp. And the previous V6s were even worse, only 250hp and a 4-speed auto.

Ironically enough my girlfriend wants to replace her Ranger with a leased 2011 V6 Challenger. Total waste in my opinion but I'm not married to her and its HER money. Damn thing that gets me is that I have Camaro (cool car) and a Fiesta (economy car). The only thing thats missing is a truck and I love to marry into that rather into another impracticle inferior coupe that won't even be owned in the long run.

Kyle2k · 02-16-2011, 09:03 PM

I know this obviously isn't a huge concern for this type of car but did the MPG go up for the new engine with the MDS?

camaro-2 · 02-16-2011, 09:40 PM

I drove a non special eddition 392. It was the new orange color (not that great of a color IMO).

The seats were similar to the traditional SRT seats...not the white ones.

Everything I heard was that the special editions would come out for 2011 and regular srt in 2012 but my local dodge dealer had one in his lot and called me as soon as he got it so I could take it for a spin.

I drove an 2011 RT after the 392 for comparison purposes and it felt strong as well.

The 392 is WAY faster than the SS. The new nav system is awsome as well. It is Garmin based. That is the one thing I dislike about the Camaro...no nav. I am sure GM will change this in the near future.

ChallengerSRT · 02-16-2011, 09:42 PM

It's really nice to read many of you complimenting the Challenger. It shows maturity and an appreciation for cars. Being an SRT owner, thank you.

I'm a member of challengertalk and I was complimenting on how great the ZL1 is and many there had a problem with my compliments for the Camaro. I love the SRT, but that ZL1 is going to be amazing. Can't wait to add it to the family!

02-16-2011, 03:39 PM	#15
hv92 Drives: . Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: CA Posts: 547	god.. I want the srt8 so bad! But i JUST bought the camaro and its only been 7 months! Don't you just hate it and wish money grew on trees??? lmao __________________ My name is Jake Huntsey. New YORK NEW YORK!

02-16-2011, 04:27 PM	#19
blackknight Camaro Lover Drives: 2014 GMC Sierra 5.3L Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago 'Burbs Posts: 709	if the camaros werent available id be driving a challenger. they are a damn fine lookin machine. __________________ No Camaro right now. But I'll be back in one in a few years.

02-16-2011, 08:54 PM	#25
TOMS1SS Drives: NA Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NA Posts: 12,126 View My Garage	[QUOTE=1bad65;2849456]Why anyone buys those things is beyond me. Of the 3 muscle cars, its the last one I'd get if I was buying a V6. It has the most weight and the least hp. And the previous V6s were even worse, only 250hp and a 4-speed auto. Ironically enough my girlfriend wants to replace her Ranger with a leased 2011 V6 Challenger. Total waste in my opinion but I'm not married to her and its HER money. Damn thing that gets me is that I have Camaro (cool car) and a Fiesta (economy car). The only thing thats missing is a truck and I love to marry into that rather into another impracticle inferior coupe that won't even be owned in the long run. __________________ El funcionario señor de los desiertos de Mojave y Sonora.

02-16-2011, 09:03 PM	#26
Kyle2k LVL 50 Troll Stomper Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 3,463	I know this obviously isn't a huge concern for this type of car but did the MPG go up for the new engine with the MDS? __________________

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rmnc3r Drives: me up the wall. Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Lakewood, CA Posts: 471	I came pretty close to buying an 09 Challenger; the wife dissuaded me from that folly and I got my 2SS instead. HOWEVER, I'm glad her wisdom prevailed 'cause the '11 SRT8 392s are much more refined. ...I'm dropping hints to her daily now that I've decided to sell my Ram1500... Any one want a truck?

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1BADLS3 Drives: Sold: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: United States Posts: 1,896	The Challenger kind of came to the market half-baked, IMHO. It was done before Chrysler got bitch-slapped by Fiat. The 250hp/4-speed auto wasn't a competitive combo, and cutting and pasting the typical LX interior wasn't a smart move. Now, they're finally putting in great engines. The V6 is due for the Pentastar 3.6 upgrade (if it hasn't already happened) and a 6-speed auto. The interior is/will be revamped. Can't wait to see a new NEW challenger in action

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ViperTomcat Banned Drives: 2011 Avenger Heat Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Oregon Posts: 1,697	The 2012 V6 Challengers are actually getting an 8 speed auto.

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camaro-2 Drives: 2011 Black 2ss Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Cleveland Ohio Posts: 24	I drove a non special eddition 392. It was the new orange color (not that great of a color IMO). The seats were similar to the traditional SRT seats...not the white ones. Everything I heard was that the special editions would come out for 2011 and regular srt in 2012 but my local dodge dealer had one in his lot and called me as soon as he got it so I could take it for a spin. I drove an 2011 RT after the 392 for comparison purposes and it felt strong as well. The 392 is WAY faster than the SS. The new nav system is awsome as well. It is Garmin based. That is the one thing I dislike about the Camaro...no nav. I am sure GM will change this in the near future.

02-16-2011, 09:42 PM	#28
ChallengerSRT Drives: 2010 Challenger SRT Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 13	It's really nice to read many of you complimenting the Challenger. It shows maturity and an appreciation for cars. Being an SRT owner, thank you. I'm a member of challengertalk and I was complimenting on how great the ZL1 is and many there had a problem with my compliments for the Camaro. I love the SRT, but that ZL1 is going to be amazing. Can't wait to add it to the family!