Please build cheap V8 model

[Ecolab]

They need to make a affordable v8 model. Along the same lines as the SRT4 and a base Mustang GT. Cloth seats, no moldings, totally base interior, even crank windows, i don't care, just get it under 25k. I would also be interested in this same formula with a turbo or supercharged 3.5 or 4.0. But with all the hemis DCX puts in cars it would most likely be cheaper (as far as production costs for dodge) just to throw a hemi in an SE trim car with a 6 speed, springs, brakes, and 18in rims. Call it the "what ever" pakage, just make sure it doesn't involve stupid graphics. I'm a younger guy, 26, and don't have a the scratch laying around for a 30k+ coupe. Get the price point low enough and I will do what ever it takes to get one.

What do you think?

[GasGunR]

They need to make a affordable v8 model..... just to throw a hemi in an SE trim car with a 6 speed, springs, brakes, and 18in rims. Call it the "what ever" pakage, just make sure it doesn't involve stupid graphics. I'm a younger guy, 26, and don't have a the scratch laying around for a 30k+ coupe. Get the price point low enough and I will do what ever it takes to get one.

What do you think?

I think ROAD RUNNER... Stripped car with no frills and a BIG motor! They did it in 1968, nothing new to the concept, its still a great idea I think. (Though us old farts like to be comfortable too!)

Don

[Rev.Hammer]

Umm these cars are already being built,

Yugo
Renault

[createdbyone]

i know its not a v8, but the srt4 is what you described, with a HUGE aftermarket.

[SoCal_Magnum]

how about buying an SE then a $5000 mopar motor? should be right at $25k eh??

[Spali32]

Either they build one for $25k with what you just described or look into getting a better paying job to afford one. Just curious on what you do for a living being 26 years old and can't afford a 30K car. It all comes down to.... if you want to have something good, you have to be willing or able to pay for it. You should be buying a home at your age and letting your investment make something for ya so you can afford something in the 30K range later on.

[Fred]

If you can't pay to play the game... Buy a pre-owned. You can find them already. The dealers are giving people low 20's on their RT trade-ins and then you get all the bells and whistles still. At this stage in your life I don't think you should entertain the idea of a "new" car vs. a pre-owned. If I had been a little more patient (waiting long enough that people are trading in RT's) I wouldn't have bought it new, but it was nice being able to check off the "All of the above" box on the order sheet for my AWD RT.
You can easily save ten grand by going pre-owned here.

[boggart]

I'm 37 and can afford a 30k car, but choose not so throw money away like that. I'm married, have kids, a house, etc... there are more important things in life than blowing your whole wad on a car.

What this guy is asking for isn't out of line. He's asking for DC to give the buyer some choices. Me for example, I wanted and R/T Magnum, but when DC in all of their infinite wisdom decided that it would ONLY be sold with the leather interior, they made me go for the SXT. Why? I hate leather interiors, hate them hate them hate them! Why did DC do this? I dunno, they're idiots sometimes I guess. But back to the challenger, I'd wager good money that they'd sell a lot more of the stripped down V8 models than the higher end ones. Just depends on if they want the money.

[Teahead]

By 2009, you should be having a better job, but a V8 car for $25k? Possibly...in 2010.

There'll be so much price goudging the 1st year, you'll be lucky to get an '09 Challenger R/T for less than $40k I bet.

After the initial hype, you might be able to get a stripper for maybe $27k.

Save your money now!

[TurboAWD]

How many old LX 5.0L Mustangs did they sell against the higher price GT 5.0L models..? Probobly about 3-1. A stripper model would definetly be a good idea..and with the amount of 5.7 hemi engines in salvage yards and such in the next 7-10 years you'll HAVE the next 32 Ford,55 Chevy,69 Camaro,93 Civic......
I fully believe the 5.7 HEMI is the next small block chevy...

[SoCal_Magnum]

This post seemed kinda mean spirited dude. A 30k car is a LUXURY. Not everyone is in the same boat! And if you can afford your own home at 26, you're doing pretty damn well (at least in California)

I am 24 and consider myself to be EXTREMELY blessed to be able to afford my RT, some upgrades, and my monthly apartment rent out here in West Hollywood. Not everyone is as fortunate as I...I certainly realize that.

I think you probably hurt that dude's feelings :(

Either they build one for $25k with what you just described or look into getting a better paying job to afford one. Just curious on what you do for a living being 26 years old and can't afford a 30K car. It all comes down to.... if you want to have something good, you have to be willing or able to pay for it. You should be buying a home at your age and letting your investment make something for ya so you can afford something in the 30K range later on.

[MoparStore]

Either they build one for $25k with what you just described or look into getting a better paying job to afford one. Just curious on what you do for a living being 26 years old and can't afford a 30K car. It all comes down to.... if you want to have something good, you have to be willing or able to pay for it. You should be buying a home at your age and letting your investment make something for ya so you can afford something in the 30K range later on.

Not EVERYONE is blessed with well paying jobs.. That doesnt mean that the guys with the lower paying jobs cant go just as fast..

I for one would be interested in a striped model challenger. 5.7/6.1L hemi, no options. Maybe a radio, but i would be listening to the Hemi play the pipes.

Would be a good idea for just an all out race car. Lowest, base challenger, cloth seats, steering wheel, and shifter.. thats all you really need!

Thankfully i have heated seats in my magnum... unfortunatly i dont think i can go back. lol.

[gumby]

I'm also 26 and before I moved I considered my job to be one that payed well... But I own a home and could afford a 30k car I opted for the se model and would have even if the hemi came in the options I wanted...

I like to keep a comfortable budget with a mortgage, new car payment, and a family I'm happy I saved the 160-200$ difference per month on a motor that I truely dont need....

But like the guy said buid a stripped down all motor v8 for under or at 25 and I would have and will buy in the future.

[MCaesar]

Please

ABSOLUTELY NO CHEAPIE V6 MODELS!!!!!!!!!!!

That completely cheapens the entire line. If people want a cheap coupe then buy a Stratus!

This is supposed to be a flagship model. Stop thinking one car fits all.

I don't have a problem with a cost effective model but it better have a hemi and proper brakes and suspension. If you want to save money cut the power seats and stuff.

[boggart]

Guess you never heard of a slant 6 Challenger.

Exactly how would it negatively impact you for a V6 model to be produced as long as the SRT model was available for you as well?