Challenger Hellcat
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fesuvious said:
You're going to have a pleasant surprise. The interior is light years from Viper days.
Very very few obviously 'cheapo' bits.
Just so long as you remember she isn't a seventy grand (sterling) car, but in actual fact more like forty you'll never feel short changed.
Then, when you think about heated wheel, heated&cooled seats, auto main beam, configurable switch on's, remote start, auto dimming, etc etc yada yada you start to feel a little smug.
Rear world fuel economy is 15-16. But, but, it's not transport, it's smiles per mile.
Remember, 700 horses through two rear 275 sections isn't happening. Don't fight it. Light it.
Very very few obviously 'cheapo' bits.
Just so long as you remember she isn't a seventy grand (sterling) car, but in actual fact more like forty you'll never feel short changed.
Then, when you think about heated wheel, heated&cooled seats, auto main beam, configurable switch on's, remote start, auto dimming, etc etc yada yada you start to feel a little smug.
Rear world fuel economy is 15-16. But, but, it's not transport, it's smiles per mile.
Remember, 700 horses through two rear 275 sections isn't happening. Don't fight it. Light it.
alabbasi said:
It's based on the Mercedes Benz W210 E Class Platform from 1995-2002.
Despite popular belief to the contrary, neither the Dodge Challenger nor the Chrysler 300C was based on the Mercedes-Benz E Class. Or on any other car. The Chrysler LX platform (for the 300C) was engineered entirely by Chrysler -- in house and using what, at the time, was an advanced computer system.
The Dodge Challenger uses the Chrysler LC platform, a shortened version of the LX. To the Chrysler-developed LC platform, Dodge added "the Mercedes-Benz W220 S-class control arm front suspension, the Mercedes-Benz W211 E-Class 5-link rear suspension, the W5A580 5-speed automatic, the rear differential, and the ESP system."
That was in 2008. Subsequently, the automatic transmission and much else from Daimler AG have given way to newer components.
For the Chrysler 300C, it was decided to lay the groundwork for marketing claims that this saloon was being enhanced via the acquisition by Daimler AG. Program costs of the 300C would also be reduced. The borrowed components included the steering column, suspension elements, seat frames, and the transmission. And, like in the Challenger, these came from more than one Mercedes-Benz program.
Ownership by Daimler was short-lived, and the 300C was re-engineered and relaunched by Chrysler from 2011. Little or nothing of Mercedes-Benz components was used.
Craikeybaby said:
I’ve got a soft spot for these after driving a big go V6 version around California for a few weeks. I like that you don’t see many over here and I’m interested to see how it copes with UK roads.
+1 had a boggo V6 in Florida recently and it scratched nearly every itch. Loved itSaw one of these in Potters Bar 2 weekends ago. Sadly it was parked up so I couldn’t drop the windows and say “Kids, listen; that’s God before HE drank Covonia!”
Dare I ask that dreaded question? Did you get much change from £100k?
And I doff my cap to the OP, sod the ‘save the shrimp, ban the bomb, save the Morris Minor’ types, why not use up the earths natural resources Asa so we can all pile into those electric abominations (sniggers behind his hand!)
Dare I ask that dreaded question? Did you get much change from £100k?
And I doff my cap to the OP, sod the ‘save the shrimp, ban the bomb, save the Morris Minor’ types, why not use up the earths natural resources Asa so we can all pile into those electric abominations (sniggers behind his hand!)
AndySheff said:
It's just arrived at the dealers, from the US, so needs IVA and registration before I pick it up.
IVA will be relatively simple, as it doesn't need testing, they'll just confirm is has FMVSS Approval on the VIN plate as this is accepted under the Mutally Recognised Type Approval process.Congrats mate, you'll love it.
I've had mine since April this year and it is by far the most lovable car I've ever had. Completely bone stock and I don't actually think it needs any mods at all. Exhaust note is great, handles surprisingly well, comfortable cruiser and above 50 mph or so, no traction problems at all
So much more exciting than all other cars I've had. I actually think the spec it comes with as standard is very decent. It also feels completely bullet proof. Not wishing to jinx anything, it has absolutely no rattles at all and feels very well made.
Enjoy!
I've had mine since April this year and it is by far the most lovable car I've ever had. Completely bone stock and I don't actually think it needs any mods at all. Exhaust note is great, handles surprisingly well, comfortable cruiser and above 50 mph or so, no traction problems at all
So much more exciting than all other cars I've had. I actually think the spec it comes with as standard is very decent. It also feels completely bullet proof. Not wishing to jinx anything, it has absolutely no rattles at all and feels very well made.
Enjoy!
I have a 2015 Challenger Scat Pack with a 392 N/A hemi. As stated earlier here, the wheel/tire offerings on Scat Pack, SRT392 and Hellcat are woefully inadequate. A 20x10 wheel with a 305 section tire will fit without rubbing or protruding and is a very worthwhile upgrade. Not a concern with Hellcat, but an upgrade to drive/half shafts is needed if using sticky DR tires, drag racing or just hard launching.
That is going to be a very special car on UK roads - and I congratulate you on the color choice - mine's TorRed too.
That is going to be a very special car on UK roads - and I congratulate you on the color choice - mine's TorRed too.
alex_123_fra said:
Congrats mate, you'll love it.
I've had mine since April this year and it is by far the most lovable car I've ever had. Completely bone stock and I don't actually think it needs any mods at all. Exhaust note is great, handles surprisingly well, comfortable cruiser and above 50 mph or so, no traction problems at all
So much more exciting than all other cars I've had. I actually think the spec it comes with as standard is very decent. It also feels completely bullet proof. Not wishing to jinx anything, it has absolutely no rattles at all and feels very well made.
Enjoy!
Did you get yours at Clive Sutton ?I've had mine since April this year and it is by far the most lovable car I've ever had. Completely bone stock and I don't actually think it needs any mods at all. Exhaust note is great, handles surprisingly well, comfortable cruiser and above 50 mph or so, no traction problems at all
So much more exciting than all other cars I've had. I actually think the spec it comes with as standard is very decent. It also feels completely bullet proof. Not wishing to jinx anything, it has absolutely no rattles at all and feels very well made.
Enjoy!
Good to hear. Any idea who you might be using for work on the car? So far I have used an independent I know and trust who specialises in Japanese cars. The hellcat hasn't needed anything more than oil changes though.
Would like to find a decent american car specialist around the M25 area.
Would like to find a decent american car specialist around the M25 area.
alex_123_fra said:
Good to hear. Any idea who you might be using for work on the car? So far I have used an independent I know and trust who specialises in Japanese cars. The hellcat hasn't needed anything more than oil changes though.
Would like to find a decent american car specialist around the M25 area.
I've heard good things adout Redline American Muscle. Anywhere near you ? I'll service the car myself.Would like to find a decent american car specialist around the M25 area.
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