The New Dodge Charger

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Jan 4, 2005 | 04:29 PM

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True, the GTO should have been reincarnated not looking like a warmed over GP, but I think it mostly stayed true to its roots. If it had a solid rear axle and was about the same price as the new Mustang with the same LS2 power, THEN what would you think?

It looks like a pontiac. What'* the point of a brand if they don't look like eachother somewhat?

The GTO is a step above pony cars in terms of refinement. A live axle isn't exactly new world suspension technology.

Jan 4, 2005 | 04:48 PM

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OK,..If it wasn't called a Charger, and it was called a G14N,..would you like it then???

It'* a pretty sweet car what ever it'* called!

Jan 4, 2005 | 05:03 PM

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OK,..If it wasn't called a Charger, and it was called a G14N,..would you like it then???

It'* a pretty sweet car what ever it'* called!

It is a sharp looking car. I think I would name it something else cuz I like the old Chargers style.

Jan 4, 2005 | 05:06 PM

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I look at it and i cant help but think Chrysler 300 meets Ford 500, perhaps it should be called the Dodge 400

Jan 4, 2005 | 05:31 PM

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I look at it and i cant help but think Chrysler 300 meets Ford 500, perhaps it should be called the Dodge 400

Jan 4, 2005 | 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by BonneMeMN

I agree that it should look like a Pontiac (except an Aztek), however, it can be done without imitating anything. Examples are the Vibe and the G6.......they look like Pontiacs, yet not like any other Pontiac.

I agree the Goat is a refined car. However, a live axle is cheaper, more reliable, and a better suited to the drag strip. And, Car and Driver says that the Mustang rides nearly as well as a GTO ( http://www.caranddriver.com/article....rticle_id=8908 ). It all boils down to if you want to autocross (IRS) or drag (live axle).

Just food for thought.......