No longer in a Mustang... For now.

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Deadeye6

Discussion Starter · Sep 22, 2012

Well my 2011 Mustang V6 turned out to be a legit Lemon in Virginia. Unfortunately the specific lemon laws for VA I would have had to pay $4138 out of pocket for a 2013 buyback. This charge included Mileage Fee, Options Fee and MSRP difference. Thankfully I found a beautiful replacement. I will probably be getting back to a Mustang after the refresh and after the first model year kinks are worked out but for now I'm in this and I'm extremely happy. Please no flame posts I still love Ford and the Mustang heck my family car is a 2012 Edge SEL/AWD ^_^ but here it is

It is a 2010 Challenger R/T Classic, Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl with 5120 miles and it was unmodified when I purchased it. It's not the fastest out there but it's a comfortable car and the ride quality is great. Outstanding seats in it to. After I pulled the resonators out of the back it sounds beautiful that hemi sure purrs. Out the door was $28020.

Options include
-Functional Hood Scoops
-Track Pack, 3.92 gears, SRT Exhaust, Sport tuned steering, ESP off button and hill start assist. Anti-spin diff, HD Brakes
-EVIC computer with SRT performance apps, 0-60, top speed, gyro.
-Push Button Start/Smart key
-20'' Classic Rims
-245/45R20 performance tires
-Dual R/T Stripes
-Leather Seats and Steering wheel
-Uconnect 730n Nav/30 gig HDD
-Sound group II, Boston Accostic 8 speakers 368 watt Sub.
-Sunroof
-Bright pedal kit
-Illuminated entry
-Heated seats and mirrors
-Classic Challenger Script Fenders

Let me know what you guys think ^_^

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05GTCB

· #2 · Sep 22, 2012

If I wasn't buying a Mustang, that would be my next pick.

Good choice. Runs a close second as best looking muscle car IMO. How does it compare to the stang (aside from being a lemon I mean).

alcarames

· #3 · Sep 22, 2012

Congrats, she's a beaut! Classy looking interior.

tennisfan16

· #4 · Sep 22, 2012

Looks very good. I really like the challengers, but for me personally it's just a little too big.

G

· #5 · Sep 22, 2012

Right in my backyard and didn't even know it. Sorry about your troubles with the 'stang but glad you found a nice replacement. I bet that is a great road trip car!

gt1120

· #6 · Sep 22, 2012

Beautiful car! I'd drive it.

autorestoration

· #7 · Sep 22, 2012

I love the looks of the challengers... almost as much as the mustangs.

Deadeye6

Discussion Starter · #8 · Sep 22, 2012

05GTCB said:
If I wasn't buying a Mustang, that would be my next pick.

Good choice. Runs a close second as best looking muscle car IMO. How does it compare to the stang (aside from being a lemon I mean).

I loved all the Mustangs I owned.
-2007 base V6
-2008 premium GT
-2011 premium V6

Performance wise. I honestly love it the 410 TQ is instant anywhere in the power band. I was cruising at 65 slammed it in third and did a burnout. It throws you back when you hit it. Numerous guys have hit 4.9 0-60 but I don't care about the speed race anymore. Def more powerful then my previous mustangs but I know a 5.0 will blow me away.

Interior quality. The soft touch dash and the subtle carbon fiber inlays around radio and cup holder are very nice. The doors also have a sort of soft touch feel to them and the doors are very solid. No rattles or creaks.... That was the bane of all my mustangs rattles and creaks lol but interior look I enjoyed the tan leather door inserts and beautiful dash and speedo in my 11 mustang. The seats on the challenger are awesome though they really hold you in and are overstuffed for comfort.

Ride Quality. Honestly it is a dream. Very comfortable but it hunkers down when you get on it.

Curb appeal. I love the lines on the car the metallic flake paint is nice in the sun too. Within a month of owning I've had more stares, questions and people wanting to race lol its amusing.

Car audio. The sound group II option I have is great. The shaker 500 hits a little harder but the 8 speaker Boston Acoustic system is clear and crisp with a nice hit.

I love both these cars the Challenger and Mustang are great automobiles.

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412horses

· #9 · Sep 22, 2012

If I weren't driving a Mustang I'd be driving one of these.

MordFustangg

· #10 · Sep 22, 2012

it may not be a mustang, but it looks good and boy do those challengers sound great out of the box, must sound really good with the srt8 exhaust without the resonators.

It must be nice being back in a v8 too.

pistol grip shifter looks sweet also.

tormenting5.0

· #11 · Sep 22, 2012

Nice ride! :bigthumbsup. At least you didn't go the import way. :nono:

Deadeye6

Discussion Starter · #12 · Sep 22, 2012

tormenting5.0 said:
Nice ride! :bigthumbsup. At least you didn't go the import way. :nono:

Heecccck no lol. I don't cook no rice.

Yeah the SRT mufflers are small bottle muffler compared to the normal suitcase muffler in the center. The resonators on this thing we're obnoxiously big here's some pics below. Yes they are resonators as confirmed by Chrysler.

Yes I'm lovin the pistol grip but if you don't use it right it bites back. I was trying to power shift while holding the top like a ball shifter. When I threw it in third my hand flew off and smacked the stereo bezel tearing off a big chunk of nail and bled pretty bad lol.

This is stock resonators

This is the resonators removed and only the center SRT bottle mufflers^_^ it reminds me of the general Lee lol

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tjys

· #13 · Sep 22, 2012

These are nice looking cars. Nothing to be ashamed of ... and it's looking pretty good.

kenv

· #14 · Sep 22, 2012

Nice car, good luck with it :bigthumbsup

fortyfive1911a1

· #15 · Sep 22, 2012

Beautiful car man. I can't blame you. Those challengers are sweet rides.

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RRGT1200

· #16 · Sep 22, 2012

Beautiful car, best of luck to you!

Deadeye6

Discussion Starter · #17 · Sep 22, 2012

Thanks for the support guys. I'll still hang around here and keep up on the Mustang. I should have a video up tomorrow of some pulls.

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solidhadriel

· #18 · Sep 22, 2012

Bummer about the 'Stang!

In other news...Awesome replacement. :bigthumbsup

Smee

· #19 · Sep 22, 2012

Great highway car. Good mileage for a car that size. If I had the room and money I would have kept my 2010 R/T.

ptgt

· #20 · Sep 22, 2012

Great car! Almost bought one. Good luck with her.

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