Challenger In Person

RB43TD · 07-31-2008, 02:39 PM

So I'm coming back from lunch today and as I'm pulling into work I look up and see this beautiful car exiting off the interstate. So, being the nut I am, I decided to pull right back out of work and try to track this puppy down because I have yet to see one in KC. I wound up following it to a hotel. As I'm parking I notice that a guy is coming out of the hotel lobby and walking over to the car with a bunch of paperwork in his hand. I'm sure they thought I was nuts, but I asked if they wouldn't mind me just taking a look at it. They guy that had been driving the Challenger came over to me while I was looking at it and said that he had three more if I was interested and that it was in the upper $40's. I, of course, said that while it was a sweet looking ride, I had my heart set on the new Camaro. To this he replied, "well, I'm in the car business and I heard they probably won't see the light of day". And so I made sure to educate him that they'll be rolling off the production line in February.

The interesting thing was the guy that was buying it had flown into KC from Canada and was going to drive it all the way back. I'm guessing that'll be one of the most enjoyable drives he's ever had. That really is a beautifal car inside and out. This was the only decent pic I got on my cell phone. I was kind of in a hurry to get back to work.

Muscle Master · 07-31-2008, 02:43 PM

Thats a long drive

kevin2323 · 07-31-2008, 02:44 PM

nice!

I hate when guys act like they know everything when they really don't.

JaysonAych · 07-31-2008, 02:55 PM

Should have said something equally as educated in response, like, "Well I'm in the computer business, and I heard Microsoft was going under."

shank0668 · 07-31-2008, 02:58 PM

I work for gm and its comin out!!!!!!! you shoulda said that

*Mr. Wyndham* · 07-31-2008, 03:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RB43TD

To this he replied, "well, I'm in the car business and I heard they probably won't see the light of day".

Probably spent 60 grand on that car, too...what's that saying about having more money than brains?

Nexus6 · 07-31-2008, 03:05 PM

with most salesman (not all) an educated buyer is their worst nightmare

kevin2323 · 07-31-2008, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nexus6

with most salesman (not all) an educated buyer is their worst nightmare

TRUE DAT lol

Emher · 07-31-2008, 03:09 PM

^Then I'm going to bean absolute nightmare then! When I can finally buy the Camaro I will know EVERYTHING about it that I can learn from you guys over the next few years.

Camaro Lives On · 07-31-2008, 03:10 PM

There have only been 2 Challengers here in my town, both of them were gone within the first 4 hours of them being one the lot. One was baught by some dude locally, but the other was baught by a man that flew in from LA, and drove it back to LA. Now that is one hell of a roadtrip. Apparently, the lot here was the only one he could find that was selling the SRT8 at MSRP, without any mark ups.

RB43TD · 07-31-2008, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JaysonAych

Should have said something equally as educated in response, like, "Well I'm in the computer business, and I heard Microsoft was going under."

The look on his face was pretty priceless when I mentioned they were starting on Feb. 16th. It was kinda like

what do I say now.

Angrybird 12 · 07-31-2008, 03:52 PM

Thanks for the picture, I don't know if it was your cameraphone or what, but dosen't that car look kind of boring and plain??? I mean the side below that one crease looks completely flat... and the black rear spoiler looks like it came from Pep Boys.

RB43TD · 07-31-2008, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Skyman 08

Thanks for the picture, I don't know if it was your cameraphone or what, but dosen't that car look kind of boring and plain??? I mean the side below that one crease looks completely flat... and the black rear spoiler looks like it came from Pep Boys.

Definitely understand where you're coming from. All I can say is it was certainly more stunning in person and the cell pic doesn't do it any justice. Also, you can't see them, but it also had dual black stripes down the middle, kinda like the Bumblebee stripes. It really did look sharp. If it wasn't for the new Camaro this would certainly be on the top of my list after today.

diddiyo · 07-31-2008, 04:21 PM

I have yet to see one in Miami. I see brand new Lamborghinis and Ferraris every day, but no Chally so far lol.

07-31-2008, 02:39 PM	#1
RB43TD Me Likey My Camaro Drives: 2010 Victory Red 1LT/RS Camaro Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 489 View My Garage	Challenger In Person So I'm coming back from lunch today and as I'm pulling into work I look up and see this beautiful car exiting off the interstate. So, being the nut I am, I decided to pull right back out of work and try to track this puppy down because I have yet to see one in KC. I wound up following it to a hotel. As I'm parking I notice that a guy is coming out of the hotel lobby and walking over to the car with a bunch of paperwork in his hand. I'm sure they thought I was nuts, but I asked if they wouldn't mind me just taking a look at it. They guy that had been driving the Challenger came over to me while I was looking at it and said that he had three more if I was interested and that it was in the upper $40's. I, of course, said that while it was a sweet looking ride, I had my heart set on the new Camaro. To this he replied, "well, I'm in the car business and I heard they probably won't see the light of day". And so I made sure to educate him that they'll be rolling off the production line in February. The interesting thing was the guy that was buying it had flown into KC from Canada and was going to drive it all the way back. I'm guessing that'll be one of the most enjoyable drives he's ever had. That really is a beautifal car inside and out. This was the only decent pic I got on my cell phone. I was kind of in a hurry to get back to work. Attached Images __________________ When I was a young boy, I was certain that the world was good or bad....black or white. As time passed I grew up and learned there was only grey.

07-31-2008, 02:55 PM	#4
JaysonAych Drives: 2002 Dodge Stratus Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Louisville Posts: 429 View My Garage	Should have said something equally as educated in response, like, "Well I'm in the computer business, and I heard Microsoft was going under." __________________ Better make sure my passing lane change blinker works...

07-31-2008, 03:10 PM	#10
Camaro Lives On Force RECON Drives: 2005 Saab 9-5 2.3T Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Terre Haute, IN Posts: 1,687 View My Garage	There have only been 2 Challengers here in my town, both of them were gone within the first 4 hours of them being one the lot. One was baught by some dude locally, but the other was baught by a man that flew in from LA, and drove it back to LA. Now that is one hell of a roadtrip. Apparently, the lot here was the only one he could find that was selling the SRT8 at MSRP, without any mark ups. Last edited by Camaro Lives On; 07-31-2008 at 03:22 PM.

07-31-2008, 03:52 PM	#12
Angrybird 12 7 year Cancer Survivor! Drives: 17 Cruze RS, 07 G6 GT, 99 Astro Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 21,546	Thanks for the picture, I don't know if it was your cameraphone or what, but dosen't that car look kind of boring and plain??? I mean the side below that one crease looks completely flat... and the black rear spoiler looks like it came from Pep Boys. __________________ Cancer's a bitch! Enjoy life while you can! LIVE, LOVE, DRIVE... The Bird is the word!

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