Spy pics of early prototype of Dodge Challenger!!!!

Post by **Apoptosis** » Wed Dec 21, 2005 9:47 pm

Holy crap I really like the way the prototype Dodge Challenger looks... please let it have 500+ HP!!! They most definitely went retro with the design, but I like that it also has a modern, more rounded look along with it. I can't wait to see more pictures of this thing, and better yet, to finally see one in person. This thing is going to be one HOT car!

http://www.autoweek.com/news.cms?newsId=103629

NAiLs · Post by **NAiLs** » Wed Dec 21, 2005 10:03 pm

I saw this about a month ago and people are speculating it's fake, but I haven't heard more since then. Here are some better pics:

It's gonna be sick if it comes to life! I highly doubt it'll have all the toys of the prototype, as it's extremely rare for a production car to be like the proto.

bubba · Post by **bubba** » Wed Dec 21, 2005 10:07 pm

that is nice, now if they only make it like that, and not butcher it like the charger.

Dragon_Cooler · Post by **Dragon_Cooler** » Wed Dec 21, 2005 11:35 pm

that is the best remake of a car ever!!!! the mustang was ok, but this kicks ass!!!!!

-mogwai · Post by **-mogwai** » Wed Dec 21, 2005 11:35 pm

bubba, i completely agree.... they RUINED the charger...

cre8 · Post by **cre8** » Wed Dec 21, 2005 11:36 pm

Charger would've been nice like that.Hmm now all we need is a GTO,Trans Am,and Camaro.I'm willing to go into debt to get this car

killswitch83 · Post by **killswitch83** » Thu Dec 22, 2005 12:22 am

Holy s**t!!!! Yeah I would kill to grab one of those if they leave it like that!! Uber uber nice.....was very fond of the older models.....and yes I would looooooooooooooooove to see this one have 500+ under the hood, wouldn't buy it any other way as the original Challengers had an assload of horses under the hood, not to mention it was IMO the ultimate booty car, right beside the Chevelle SS with its 454 splendor!! My stepdad knows a guy who has a nice little shed full of restored classics....the '69 Chevelle SS (2 of em!!), a 25th anniversary 'Vette, and some others, but he really had his pride and joy: a late 80's Jag (think it was an XK series).....very sweet car! man I would pay to lick the paint on that Challenger, rofl

Post by **Apoptosis** » Thu Dec 22, 2005 1:36 am

The fact that my SRT-4 beats a V-8 Dodge Charger is pretty sad. They are slow and don't even look that great. I hope the Challenger comes out like this and has enough horse power to beat out the little turbo 4 bangers.

killswitch83 · Post by **killswitch83** » Thu Dec 22, 2005 1:44 am

ever got a chance to race one with the Daytona package? I believe it could wipe the floor with your ACR Neon, but of course that's the top of the stack on that car.....ya those little 4 bangers are starting to piss me off, along with the "kids" who are driving them

heheh, gotcha....wouldn't pick on ya if I didn't like ya

yeah, I need to see that fire that is known to come from the V-8's...maybe Challenger will light that mutha up!!

Still wouldn't mind getting my hands on my stepdad's buddy's '69 Chevelle with the 454.......ohhhhh sweet candy, naaaaaaaaaaaa

Post by **Apoptosis** » Thu Dec 22, 2005 9:03 am

killswitch83 wrote:ever got a chance to race one with the Daytona package? I believe it could wipe the floor with your ACR Neon, but of course that's the top of the stack on that car.....

Not even close. I raced a brand new one with the dealer price tag still in the window.

kenc51 · Post by **kenc51** » Thu Dec 22, 2005 9:35 am

ooohh very nice...I love the lines....very sexy (even for an American car LOL)

killswitch83 · Post by **killswitch83** » Thu Dec 22, 2005 11:58 am

Apoptosis wrote:
killswitch83 wrote:ever got a chance to race one with the Daytona package? I believe it could wipe the floor with your ACR Neon, but of course that's the top of the stack on that car.....
Not even close. I raced a brand new one with the dealer price tag still in the window.

Then they did something very, very wrong to that car.....the old Chargers were the shiz, and that's all there is to it......what auto manufacturers will do just to sell a car I tell you. Let's just hope the Challenger will do what Charger couldn't

Post by **Apoptosis** » Thu Dec 22, 2005 1:57 pm

without a doubt... my neighbor gets his 2006 Z06 next week... he wants to run them that day... I know the outcome isn't going to be pretty and i should see tail lights from .1 seconds on.

NAiLs · Post by **NAiLs** » Thu Dec 22, 2005 6:22 pm

Apoptosis wrote:without a doubt... my neighbor gets his 2006 Z06 next week... he wants to run them that day... I know the outcome isn't going to be pretty and i should see tail lights from .1 seconds on.

He's gonna beat on a brand new motor?

killswitch83 · Post by **killswitch83** » Thu Dec 22, 2005 10:38 pm

LS7 right Nate? That frickin Vette is a monster for sure!! Just wait.....after I get my CCNA (praying for a miracle there, lol) and I get an excellent job, I really want to get one, because I sat in one and the fit is spectacular! Fits me like a glove, and I'm a fairly big guy!! It gave me an ego complex for the 5 minutes I sat in it, and the salespeople had to pry me out because I didn't want to move (no, I'm not that fat, a**hole, rofl).....Decent price for it as well, if you have the change to back it

bubba · Post by **bubba** » Mon Dec 26, 2005 3:31 pm

an old guy at my work has a Z06, nice car one day in july it was like a 102 in the shade he lit it up in the parking lot and ripped up the black top! think they are still taking $ out of his check from having the lot redone..

but on the challenger, stopped to look a mini van to replace the wifes car and asked the sales guy about it. its planed for '07 the hot rod version will be released and in '08 the v6 and small v8 will be released.

Pooreone · Post by **Pooreone** » Mon Dec 26, 2005 3:43 pm

I'm more of a Mustang guy myself but that is one sweet looking ride! I've had 3 Mustangs in my life and the last one I had to sell when I found out my wife was going to have twin girls. Now I have a Focus. I never thought I would own a 4 cylinder but the car is quick and handels great. I bought it used and I'm not sure what the previous owner did except custom exhaust and new rims. I rode with Nates in his Neon and my car isn't that quick but it's still a fun car. A guy I work with got one and a month later a car rear ended him and messed it up pretty bad. Thought he was going to cry telling me about it.

Post by **Apoptosis** » Tue Dec 27, 2005 5:02 pm

http://www.chargerforums.com/gallery/wa ... er_002.jpg

http://www.chargerforums.com/gallery/wa ... er_003.jpg

Holy crap... I'm ready to sell the SRT-4 and buy one of those right now... Although I don't like the way the seats are looking reminds me of the 80's bucket seats found in the mustangs.

killswitch83 · Post by **killswitch83** » Tue Dec 27, 2005 11:03 pm

hell, just give it to me....you'll never miss the money, lol

Post by **Apoptosis** » Sun Jan 08, 2006 6:19 pm

These "official" specs of the Challenger were posted at midnight tonight on MPH magazine online.

2006 Detroit Auto Show: Dodge Challenger Concept Official Specs
Source: DaimlerChrysler

Specifications:
Length: 197.8" (5025 mm)
Wheelbase: 116.0" (2945mm)
Front Overhang: 38.9" (989mm)
Width: 78.6" (1997mm)
Height: 57.0" (1449mm)
Track, Frt/Rr: 64.0"/65.1"
Couple: 31.5" (800mm)

Color:
Exterior: Challenger Orange
Interior: Black

Key Performance Attributes
0-60 mph: 4.5 seconds
60-0 ft: 133 ft.
Standing Quarter mile: 13 seconds
Top Speed: 174mph
Range: 300 miles

Powertrain and Suspension:
Engine: 6.1L Hemi (425hp@600rpm/420ft.-lbs@480rpm)
Drivetrain: RWD/ 6-speed-manual
Suspension: Short/long-arm Independent

Front Tire Size: P255/40R20
Wheel Size: 20"X 9"
Outer Diameter: 29.76" (777mm)

Rear Tire Size: P265/45R21
Wheel Size: 21"X 10"
Outer Diameter: 29.76" (756mm)

Very promising news! When they drop the 6.4 HEMI in this beast, it will run mid 12 second 1/4 miles all day long.

More pictures:

They list the price tag of the R/T with the 6.1 HEMI at $28k