Challenger SRT8 MSRP pricing announcement from Chrysler - $37,995

[xs29j8Bullitt]

Its official, and a good price point:

http://cgmedia.daimlerchrysler.com/newsrelease.do?id=7502&mid=1

...But it is before "Market Adjustment" price gouging by dealership trolls. 

XS

[WINGMAN]

  I cant wait   I just so happen to work for a Dodge Dealership and can have first crack at the one we will get, Might trade in the Daytona.    Jay

[69bronzeT5]

$37,995.....hmmm, I was expecting more. When it first came out as a concept, I was thinking it would sell for about $50k not including taxes and etc etc.

[xs29j8Bullitt]

  I cant wait   I just so happen to work for a Dodge Dealership and can have first crack at the one we will get, Might trade in the Daytona.    Jay

Expect PMs from Troy (Hemi68Charger), Danny (69500), and several dozen other members even though you were just kidding! 

Allen

[bull]

$37,995.....hmmm, I was expecting more. When it first came out as a concept, I was thinking it would sell for about $50k not including taxes and etc etc.

You almost sound disappointed.

[69bronzeT5]

No, thats good!

[68charger383]

Sad thing, that is about the MSRP price for a Shelby Mustang....which I don't think has ever been sold for under $50K

OK, so maybe I won't get an 09 Challenger...maybe a 2010

[chargerman68]

man i wish i had the money for that one.maybe 2010

[69_500]

Did I hear someone trading in a Daytona  I'll trade you two of the new Challengers for that Daytona Jay.  Have plenty of connections that would make it possible to pick up 2 in any color you choose, and heck I'll even do the right thing and bring them to you. 

[The70RT]

When it is 10 or 15 years old and wore out then maybe I could afford one..........

[TruckDriver]

When it is 10 or 15 years old and wore out then maybe I could afford one..........

Pretty much the same goes for me. Either that, or IF I would get lucky and win the lottery

[Silver R/T]

When it is 10 or 15 years old and wore out then maybe I could afford one..........

I wouldn't bet on that one. We probably will be hovering over the road in nuclear powered 2 seat vehicles. In best case scenario gas will be $25 a gallon

[bzabodyn]

Did I hear someone trading in a Daytona  I'll trade you two of the new Challengers for that Daytona Jay.  Have plenty of connections that would make it possible to pick up 2 in any color you choose, and heck I'll even do the right thing and bring them to you. 

Just 2? Heck, I'll give you three - one of each color just so you don't have to make a decision! 

BZ

[RD]

that is just the SRT8.. I wonder what the base model one will go for?

look at pic... looks like $40K msrp to me

[Brock Samson]

 over at ALLPAR i asked and was told, there will be a $25K base model Avail. one year from today... they said it would slot just under the base Charger,.. To me that seems pretty optimistic...
  If i'm tempted by any new car i'd do a two yr. lease return  just like i scored my 300 M in '01. paid $15K for a car that listed $32.

[xs29j8Bullitt]

that is just the SRT8.. I wonder what the base model one will go for?

look at pic... looks like $40K msrp to me

$37,995 MSRP plus $2,100 Gas Guzzler Tax = $40,095 total price...  I believe base & R/T model pricing will be VERY competitive also!

XS

[dukeboy_318]

still not a bad price considering the hype about it. if they can produce enough of them, prices will go down.  heck the dealer here has three chargers 07s for less than 20k, all base models, but still not a bad price

[Old Moparz]

Other than the gross display of greed with the dealer mark up, that price isn't totally outrageous. That doesn't mean I can afford it, but my Dodge Ram had a sticker of $36K & I got it as a leftover for $23K. Don't forget there will be a handful of car buyers that are not car enthusiasts. These people will just get one because they can afford it & have to be the first one on their block to drive it because it's new. After a couple of years they'll move onto whatever else is the new fad, & they'll sell off the SRT/8 just like a used car with a depreciation on it that will make it an affordable used car. Anyone remember the stupidity involving the Buick GNX back in the 80's?

I seriously doubt you'll see these as cheap leftovers the following year, but a low mileage, previously owned, & only driven on sunny day Challengers will be available at some point.

[SnoPro440]

I agree with Old Moparz.  I think it may be a little like the SRT-10 Ram.  The sticker on those when they came out was 48-54K.  I bought mine after all the hype and paid 35K for it.  Now granted, not everyone wanted a viper truck but I think once the cool factor wore off, the prices went way down.  I'm sure gas prices had something to do with it too.

[triple_green]

I'm waiting for the convertible and a 500 pound weight drop..........

[68charger383]

I'm waiting for the convertible and a 500 pound weight drop..........

Your gonna need the 500 lb reduction if you want a vert

Any news from the GM boys....we can't just smoke Mustangs all day....thats no fun

• A Mustang GT Convertible with a manual
transmission weighs only 256 pounds(1)
more than a GT Coupe with a manual
transmission

[moparstuart]

I'm waiting for the convertible and a 500 pound weight drop..........

me too with a hemi and a shaker

[moparstuart]

I'm waiting for the convertible and a 500 pound weight drop..........

Your gonna need the 500 lb reduction if you want a vert

Any news from the GM boys....we can't just smoke Mustangs all day....thats no fun

• A Mustang GT Convertible with a manual
transmission weighs only 256 pounds(1)
more than a GT Coupe with a manual
transmission

Camaro was supposed to be out in Fall 08 but got moved to Winter 09 I was told.  So you think you will be beating up Camaro's do you?  Hmmm   (past big block Camaro owner)

sorry about your bad luck owning camaro , but nice to know you have come back from the dark side 

[Brock Samson]

FYI:

[bull]

I might have to partially agree with Silver on this one. I'm starting to think this Challenger deal could very well go by way of the Prowler. When is the last time you saw a Prowler in person or for sale? Well, other than Ebay. I don't think I've seen one in probably 6 or 7 years. I hope that doesn't happen here but the pessimist in me can't help but think the last affordable and abundant Mopar muscle cars rolled off the line in '74.