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Mallard

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  1. Are you signed in to Google Now? Mine didn't sync pics until I started using that.
  2. The car is awesome, but I'm slightly bothered by a guy driving 200 mph with his arms completely extended. I guess the car is really stable at speed.
  3. Sorry to see this happen to you, but this is also why I will never let my kid ride his bike in my neighborhood (in the street when he is older). People are so distracted behind the wheel today, and they don't give a shit for anyone else.
  4. http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/01/ebemu7en.jpg
  5. The pics are just the FT-1 concept from earlier in the year, it has no bearing on what the actual car will look like. I will say that the i8 is a pretty bad ass car, and turning it to 11 would make for a very capable car. As I said in the Challenger thread, with all the upcoming restrictions on CO2 and MPG you're going to see high HP gas engines die out.
  6. 4.7, 5.7, and diesel or nothing. The 3.7 is underpowered and still gets awful mileage.
  7. When he dies he'll only be remembered as a douche, so no.
  8. http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2015-dodge-challenger-r-t-scat-pack-and-srt-392-first-drive-review
  9. I've seen the EPA and CAFE requirements for the coming years and I truly believe this is it. Automakers are going to face a stiff penalty for this type of car around 2020 and beyond. If they are made it will be in small numbers and you'll pay a premium. IMO.
  10. Winding Road POV vids are up from the launch event. Driving impressions are still under embargo, but looks like some of the Web sites are starting to post. This is the 8 - speed, there's also a 6-speed video up on their YouTube channel.
  11. ZL1 Camaro starts at $55k with 580 HP. Who knows what will happen when a newer model comes out or they upgrade to the LT4.
  12. Everyone else quoted $59900, so I'm guessing this is the price with destination?
  13. Not to get further off topic, but other Caddy pet peeves is piano black and gloss finishes should never be used on a touch surface, IMO. If you thought keeping a black car clean was a bitch, just wait until you see every fingerprint on the console.
  14. I absolutely hate the CUE with a passion.
  15. As I understand the 3400 lb number is the 2.5L.
  16. Seven inches in length is a lot. Also: Cargo space: Camaro 11.3 cu ft Challenger 16.2 cu ft 2nd row leg room: Camaro 29.9 in Challenger 32.6 in 2nd row shoulder room: Camaro 42.5 in Challenger 53.9 in
  17. With a V6 the ATS is over 3600 lbs, so I'm skeptical an Alpha Camaro will be much lighter than a Mustang. It will depend a lot on size, seeing how the CTS can be over 4000 lbs on a long wheelbase Alpha platform too. Even so, the Challenger is a much, much bigger than the current Camaro and Mustang and has a good deal more content. If the Camaro becomes the size of an ATS it will be even smaller, while the Challenger can haul 4 people and their stuff comfortably. I've also come to the conclusion that someone will always find something wrong. They delivered a full - size car with 707 HP, 3.5 sec 0-60, 11.2 second quarter mile, 200+ mph top speed, with 20 mpg, a luxury trimmed interior, multiple configurable drive settings, for $60k and some people will still find something to complain about. Sure, it would be cool if it weighed less, but at what cost? Should they make the car smaller and lose some interior space? Should they use more lightweight material and push the cost higher? Should they strip the interior to the bare bones and lose the luxury features? It's all about compromise, but with 1.8 kids right now I would have to say that this car is more "livable" than the others, and I can't wait to see this engine in the giant, heavy, 4-door Charger.
  18. Are you ever too late when you're the fastest of the bunch? As FatHemiDude said, the car is a lot bigger inside and has a huge truck, which some people love. Also, the interior of the 2015's is miles ahead of any if the competition. Sure all the amenities added some weight, but I'd say it's borderline luxury in some trims.
  19. Autospies.com was posting pics from the launch event at Portland Intl Raceway and accidentally posted a pic with pricing an 0-60. 0-60 in 3.5 sec 20 mpg $59,900 Check their site for a bunch of pics from the event.
  20. With insurance you usually still pay $100 for the replacement. If you're within 6 months of your contract being up you can sometimes pull ahead your renewal.
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