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power or looks

Started by charger_cody, March 17, 2009, 10:54:02 PM

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would you rather have more power under the hood, or a better paint job?

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charger_cody

March 17, 2009, 10:54:02 PM
In the title

bull

#1
March 17, 2009, 11:05:30 PM
Chargers look so good you don't need to prove anything by winning a race.

TheGhost

#2
March 17, 2009, 11:11:22 PM
Both?
Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups.  Especially if they have access to the internet.

71charger_fan

#3
March 17, 2009, 11:15:15 PM
If I've got to choose one over the other, I'll always go with looks. Adding power later is almost always an option. With styling, it is what it is. Not that I haven't been tempted by a really fast, homely car every once in a while.

Supercharged Riot

#4
March 17, 2009, 11:51:44 PM
I think people who get Chargers dont nessesarly get it for just power. You'll get a CHarger for what it is, a beautiful vintage car.

If you want to win a speed contest, you'll get a modern car with better technology.

Looks.

Long Island RT

#5
March 17, 2009, 11:53:15 PM
Looks cost more than power
5 G's into a decent engine - tire shredding power :yesnod:
5 G's into a decent body - unheard of  :rotz:
1969 Dodge Charger RT Restomod<br />Triple Black, 512 stroker, Tremec TKO600 5-speed<br />2005 Dodge Magnum RT - Brilliant Black - Lowered

bigcountry

#6
March 17, 2009, 11:54:16 PM
Definitely BOTH  :yesnod: :2thumbs:
Cut to size, Beat to fit, Paint to match.

1969chargerrtse

#7
March 18, 2009, 05:29:17 AM
Looks.
This car was sold many years ago to somebody in Wisconsin. I now am retired and living in Florida.

Skyview69

#8
March 18, 2009, 08:03:00 AM
A friend of mine who has owned his 70 Super Bee since 1978 once told me...

It's not how it shows It's how it goes!

RECHRGD

#9
March 18, 2009, 09:23:31 AM
Both!!!!!  You want em to look as good as they go and vice/versa.  Bob
13.53 @ 105.32

resq302

#10
March 18, 2009, 09:38:13 AM
Quote from: TheGhost on March 17, 2009, 11:11:22 PM
Both?

I was going to say the same thing.  I own a charger so I obviously have both! :cheers:
Brian
1969 Dodge Charger (factory 4 speed, H code 383 engine,  AACA Senior winner, 2008 Concours d'Elegance participant, 2009 Concours d'Elegance award winner)
1970 Challenger Convert. factory #'s matching red inter. w/ white body.  318 car built 9/28/69 (AACA Senior winner)
1969 Plymough GTX convertible - original sheet metal, #'s matching drivetrain, T3 Honey Bronze, 1 of 701 produced, 1 of 362 with 440 4 bbl - auto

69*F5*SE

#11
March 18, 2009, 10:26:42 AM
I'll say both, but I'd love to have the bodywork and paint done before the engine.

mopar_nut_440_6

#12
March 18, 2009, 10:34:04 AM
Both, you can paint the car and make it an icon and add all the power you want later!

Cheers,
1968 Charger R/T 440 
2004 Dodge Ram 2500 680 HP Cummins with attitude

Foreman72

#13
March 18, 2009, 01:38:14 PM
Quote from: 71charger_fan on March 17, 2009, 11:15:15 PM
If I've got to choose one over the other, I'll always go with looks. Adding power later is almost always an option. With styling, it is what it is. Not that I haven't been tempted by a really fast, homely car every once in a while.

i think that says it all...invest your current funds in looks and getting it running...later on beef it up...

unless u mean in just in general...then   :punkrocka:: POWER  :punkrocka:
Eric "Foreman"

Previous: 1972 Dodge Charger
Current: 2002 Volvo S60

"The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD, and He delights in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down; For the LORD upholds him with His hand.
=Psalm 37:23-24=
"But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven..."
=Matthew 6:19-21=
:pat

tan top

#14
March 18, 2009, 01:58:31 PM
Quote from: RECHRGD on March 18, 2009, 09:23:31 AM
Both!!!!!  You want em to look as good as they go and vice/versa.  Bob


yep  :yesnod:
Feel free to post any relevant picture you think we all might like to see in the threads below!

Charger Stuff 
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,86777.0.html
Chargers in the background where you least expect them 
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,97261.0.html
C500 & Daytonas & Superbirds
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,95432.0.html
Interesting pictures & Stuff 
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,109484.925.html
Old Dodge dealer photos wanted
 http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,120850.0.html

70redbee

#15
March 18, 2009, 02:23:03 PM
Both...but if you have to choose I think we all want Looks first then make it go fast. :cheers:

67_Dodge_Charger

#16
March 18, 2009, 04:01:35 PM
Motor 10k, trans 2.5k, rear end 4k, more power..........

Mike DC

#17
March 18, 2009, 04:10:49 PM
Both power & looks are better kept in some kind of balance.  Both of those things can be totally overdone and take all the practicality & schedule out of the project.

nelson_audet

#18
March 18, 2009, 04:31:02 PM
look
69 Charger RT 440 4 SPD 4.10 Dana car B5 blue

Corellian Corvette

#19
March 19, 2009, 12:05:52 PM
Wow, the poll is at 50/50.

Both, of course, is the best.

I think looks first then power. Personally I'd rather have a beautifully restored 318 charger then a rusted out 440.

mopar_nut_440_6

#20
March 19, 2009, 01:28:43 PM
Quote from: Corellian Corvette on March 19, 2009, 12:05:52 PM
Wow, the poll is at 50/50.

Both, of course, is the best.

I think looks first then power. Personally I'd rather have a beautifully restored 318 charger then a rusted out 440.

:iagree:

And you are a young guy and the girls will prefer this too!
1968 Charger R/T 440 
2004 Dodge Ram 2500 680 HP Cummins with attitude

Mefirst

#21
March 19, 2009, 07:31:38 PM
-POWER :slap:

Like already stated, the Charger looks good as is, even if it´s rusty/in primer, etc..

My :Twocents:

G-man

#22
March 20, 2009, 12:29:08 AM
My car came with few paint cracks, but its shiny and people still  :o over it. Its a charger, it looks hot and mean as is.

Do you want a car thats going to be fun to drive or a car you can admire in the garage like a picture? :slap: - Get to the engine!  :slap:

myk

#23
March 20, 2009, 01:17:14 AM
I've never understood these "one or the other threads" or polls.  It's obvious that you need both.  Aw hell I voted power.  Only chicks or ricers drive pretty cars with no muscle to back it up...

Ghoste

#24
March 20, 2009, 07:07:19 AM
Form follows function.

charger_cody

#25
March 20, 2009, 07:38:59 AM
Quote from: myk on March 20, 2009, 01:17:14 AM
I've never understood these "one or the other threads" or polls.  It's obvious that you need both.  Aw hell I voted power.  Only chicks or ricers drive pretty cars with no muscle to back it up...

lmfao Although that does sound true.

But the only problem with that is i've never seen a pretty ricer or powerfull ricer.

CudaJimmy

#26
March 20, 2009, 07:55:13 AM
At your age, looks. 'Cause your a$$ doesn't need to be breaking any laws.


Mopar >  'M' ove 'O' ver 'P' unk 'A' ss 'R' icer

Ghoste

#27
March 20, 2009, 07:57:58 AM
Thats why you support your local dragstrip.  :icon_smile_wink:

69charger2002

#28
March 20, 2009, 08:19:33 AM
i say looks. i put 440's in most of mine, but mild stock-ish for driveability. people lke the wow factor of hearing "440" but not many ride in it to feel if it has balls or not. and let's face it, most built 440's won't hang with a Z06 corvette.. note i said MOST, so what's the point.. i don't race. i like looks more hands down.
trav
i live in CHARGERLAND.. visitors welcome. 166 total, 7 still around      

http://charger01foster.tripod.com/

sparkybr74mr

#29
March 20, 2009, 09:38:56 AM
Started upgrading my chally's looks since I first got her. 318 motor runs great and I can take her anywhere without worry.

terrible one

#30
March 20, 2009, 09:47:42 AM

In the general question of looks vs. power, looks of course. I would rather have the styling of a Charger than a fast ass Mini.

But when it comes to the question pertaining to a Charger, I have to say power. As long as I have those Charger bodylines, it can be dented and rusty, etc. and I just want it to go FAST!

suntech

#31
March 20, 2009, 10:00:50 AM
The looks dont need to back up the power, but if you if you have a look, towards a sertain direction, you need the power to back it up!! :Twocents:
A nice looking pro touring car, with a 318 in??? naaaaaah!! :slap:

So i woted power, if i had to choose either one.
Since we only live once, and all this is not just a dressed rehearsal, but the real thing............ Well, enjoy it!!!!

Troy

#32
March 20, 2009, 10:24:50 AM
Quote from: charger_cody on March 20, 2009, 07:38:59 AM
Quote from: myk on March 20, 2009, 01:17:14 AM
I've never understood these "one or the other threads" or polls.  It's obvious that you need both.  Aw hell I voted power.  Only chicks or ricers drive pretty cars with no muscle to back it up...

lmfao Although that does sound true.

But the only problem with that is i've never seen a pretty ricer or powerfull ricer.
You aren't looking very hard...

Troy
Sarcasm detector, that's a real good invention.

mopar_nut_440_6

#33
March 20, 2009, 10:55:19 AM
Quote from: charger_cody on March 20, 2009, 07:38:59 AM
Quote from: myk on March 20, 2009, 01:17:14 AM
I've never understood these "one or the other threads" or polls.  It's obvious that you need both.  Aw hell I voted power.  Only chicks or ricers drive pretty cars with no muscle to back it up...

lmfao Although that does sound true.

But the only problem with that is i've never seen a pretty ricer or powerfull ricer.

I have always liked the Supra's. Check these ones out.

http://suprasonic.org/sonic/sonic.htm

1968 Charger R/T 440 
2004 Dodge Ram 2500 680 HP Cummins with attitude

Fitz73Chrgr

#34
March 20, 2009, 11:08:26 AM
Looks....with my women

Power...just paint your charger satin black and it will look mean as hell!
'73 Charger - project                '70 Charger - driver                 '66 Charger - survivor

Resto thread:
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,89803.msg1019541.html#msg1019541

Brock Samson

#35
March 20, 2009, 11:54:41 AM

  they should match, i know mine isn't the fastest out right, you'd want a pumped up a-bod for that. power to weight ratio rules but there's more to life then jerkin folks heads and scarin' pedestrians...
  to cruise by slow in a sweet ride with room and zoom says alot more then drivin like an idiot..

Quote from: 69charger2002 on March 20, 2009, 08:19:33 AM
i say looks. i put 440's in most of mine, but mild stock-ish for driveability. people lke the wow factor of hearing "440" but not many ride in it to feel if it has balls or not. and let's face it, most built 440's won't hang with a Z06 corvette.. note i said MOST, so what's the point.. i don't race. i like looks more hands down.
trav


yeah but how many chicks can ya git in the back seat of a zo6?..
how many brewskies in the trunk,.. oh wait! that's right..
   :lol:
when i see the corvettes these days i figgure it's this guy..
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