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The base model Challenger SE has an MSRP of $21,000
It makes roughly the same amount of torque as the Mustang 4.0 V6 and DESTROYS the Mustang's old Ford Exploder engine in hp.
Yeah, we are not even going to mention how bad it beats the GM 3800 and the Ford Essex 3.8 in hp and torque. It's certainly more reliable than a Ford Essex.
I think it qualifies for Chrysler LLC's $2.99 a gallon gas guarantee.
It has an unlimited powertrain warranty.
But there's just one problem:
WHERE IN THE HELL IS THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION?!!!!
Nope. Not there. You get that A604 derived 4 speed automatic.
4 spd? Who in the world still makes a 4 speed for a car that costs more than $20,000?!!! Jeezus!
Screw that. I want a pistol grip 6 speed manual. The freakin' six speed is already in production for the 3.7 truck engines. Modify the bell housing to fit the 3.5 l HO V6 and put that bitch in already.
With a decent freeway gear for 6th I bet it gets closer to 28 mpg freeway.
I won't buy a V6 Mustang with that Exploder truck engine and I guess I will not be buying a Challenger either. C'mon GM! Gimme a Camaro worth buying that I can shift for myself.
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