BStowers023 Posted June 22, 2017 Report Share Posted June 22, 2017 Yeah, the new active exhaust was a huge improvement from 2016. When I heard it start up and rev (just the 5.7L) I was very impressed. Sounds like an aftermarket exhaust to be honest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbot Posted June 22, 2017 Report Share Posted June 22, 2017 Owners seem to love these things. My neighboor has a Hellcat, and a 392... They sound great with an exhaust! Yeah, I think they are almost a nice kept secret in the pony car world. People discount them but they really aren't that big of a slouch with the 392. They sound great with the stock exhaust too. Wait until you hear the Durango SRT. I drove one down to Columbus and back last month and loved it. The Hellcat and SRT Charger/Challenger have an active exhaust valve that opens at high throttle applications. The stock car is surprisingly loud. Sent from my SM-G925V using Tapatalk Mine could use a bit more growl at WOT but it really isn't bad at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloodRed Posted June 22, 2017 Report Share Posted June 22, 2017 They sound great with the stock exhaust too. Wait until you hear the Durango SRT. I drove one down to Columbus and back last month and loved it. The Hellcat and SRT Charger/Challenger have an active exhaust valve that opens at high throttle applications. The stock car is surprisingly loud. Sent from my SM-G925V using Tapatalk The stock exhaust sound is probably the one thing I dislike on my 14 Charger R/T. I've spent a lot of time online trying to find a good replacement and just haven't found something that I love yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BStowers023 Posted June 22, 2017 Report Share Posted June 22, 2017 The stock exhaust sound is probably the one thing I dislike on my 14 Charger R/T. I've spent a lot of time online trying to find a good replacement and just haven't found something that I love yet. Trade it in for a new scatpack :fuckyeah: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeto67 Posted June 22, 2017 Report Share Posted June 22, 2017 The stock exhaust sound is probably the one thing I dislike on my 14 Charger R/T I would have figured the automatic transmission would be the one thing people dislike on modern v8 musclecars.....who knew. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99StockGT Posted June 22, 2017 Report Share Posted June 22, 2017 The stock exhaust sound is probably the one thing I dislike on my 14 Charger R/T. I've spent a lot of time online trying to find a good replacement and just haven't found something that I love yet. Recommend doing an e-cut out and a tune. Makes a HUGE difference, you can be loud and mean when you want to and quiet/respectful when you need to. The spin down on those cars which is computer controlled inorder to burn off excess fuel sounds REALLY weird without a tune FYI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbot Posted June 22, 2017 Report Share Posted June 22, 2017 Trade it in for a new scatpack :fuckyeah: Best suggestion so far in thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallard Posted June 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2017 The widebody Hellcat was announced today! New Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody Completes Dodge’s Most Powerful Muscle Car Lineup Ever for 2018 New SRT Hellcat Widebody model has a starting U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $71,495 (including $1,700 gas guzzler tax, excluding $1,095 destination). Widebody design brings new fender flares first seen on 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon to the Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody, adding 3.5 inches of widthNew 20 x 11-inch “Devil’s Rim” split-five spoke aluminum wheels riding on 305/35ZR20 Pirelli P-Zero performance tires answer enthusiasts who have been clamoring for a factory-production Hellcat with even more gripRoad course lap time on a 1.7-mile track lowered by approximately 2 seconds per lap in Widebody vs. standard Hellcat, approximately 13 car lengths after one lapNew standard electric power steering (EPS) system with SRT Drive Modes add new selectable steering tuning to Hellcat, to help manage increased grip for improved acceleration and handling performancePowered by proven 707-horsepower supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI® Hellcat V-8 engine2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody model is open for dealer orders in July; will start arriving in dealerships in the third quarter 06.27.2017 , Auburn Hills, Mich. When the new 840-horsepower^Dodge Challenger SRT Demon^raced down the drag strip to open the New York Auto Show in April, Dodge unleashed the ultimate street-to-strip car. Today, the brand is following up on its performance car mantra, introducing the new 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody, answering enthusiasts who have been clamoring for a factory-production Hellcat with even more grip.^^ ^ “The new Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody completes our strongest Dodge muscle car lineup in history,” said^Tim Kuniskis, Head of Passenger Cars – Dodge, SRT, Chrysler and FIAT – FCA North America. “Our brand, engineering and design teams poured a ton of effort into making the new SRT Demon the world’s fastest quarter-mile production car, so now we’re leveraging that know-how, and some of those vital elements and transferring them to the new Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody for improved performance on the street and a bolder, more aggressive new look.” ^ With a starting U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $71,495 (including gas guzzler tax, excluding destination $1,095), the new Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody model features the same fender flares first shown on the SRT Demon. These wider fender flares add 3.5 inches to the SRT Hellcat’s overall width, covering the new 20 x 11-inch “Devil’s Rim” split-five spoke aluminum wheels, which ride on new, wider 305/35ZR20 Pirelli P-Zero tires with a new tread pattern. A new electric power steering (EPS) system with SRT Drive Modes adds new selectable steering tuning for the first time on a Hellcat model. ^ In addition to its wider, more menacing stance, this new Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody delivers improved lap times, lateral grip, acceleration and braking, compared with the already ferocious performance numbers of the Hellcat: Road course lap time on a 1.7-mile track lowered by approximately 2 seconds per lap, approximately 13 car lengths after one lap¼ mile elapsed time (ET) improved by approximately .3 sec (10.9 ET in Widebody vs. 11.2 ET in standard Hellcat)Lateral skid pad grip increased by .04 g (.97 g in Widebody vs. .93 g in standard Hellcat)0-60 mph acceleration improved by .1 second (3.4 in Widebody vs. 3.5 in standard Hellcat)Top speed of 195 mph New EPS – a First for Hellcat^ The 2018 Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody features a new standard electric power steering (EPS) system – a first for Hellcat. The system uses SRT Drive Modes with selectable settings for Street (Auto), Sport and Track. ^ Not only does the EPS system improve handling performance, owners will also notice better steering feel and ease of turning efforts at parking lot speeds. ^ With EPS and SRT Drive Modes, drivers can tailor their experience by controlling horsepower, transmission shift speeds, steering, paddle shifters (automatic transmission only), traction and suspension. There is also a Custom setting lets the driver use individual preferences. ^ Functional and Intimidating Exterior Design With the new Widebody fender flares that add 3.5 inches to the overall width of the Challenger Hellcat, the Widebody model joins the Challenger SRT Demon as the widest Challengers ever. ^ The new flares are expertly integrated into the body design with concealed attachments to amplify the Challenger SRT Hellcat’s menacing stance, while making room for the new 20 x 11-inch “Devil’s Rim” split-five spoke aluminum wheels that ride on 305/35ZR20 Pirelli tires for improved performance while filling the wheel wells for a stronger planted appearance. The front side marker lights are styled to flow with the shape of the fender flares. ^ The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody carries numerous exterior styling cues Dodge//SRT owners expect, such as: Power-bulge aluminum hood with center intake and dual heat extractorsExclusive illuminated Air-Catcher headlamps that feed air directly into the air box and engine bay through the center of the parking lampsQuad projector headlamps give a unique detailed appearance, while the aggressive brow “chops” the upper portion of the lamp design exudes a sinister lookFront splitter (shared with Demon) and rear spoiler (from Hellcat) deliver responsive and balanced handling at high speedHellcat-exclusive new grille and fender badges, along with raised SRT Hellcat badge on the rear spoilerStandard Brembo brake system includes two-piece 15.4-inch rotors and six-piston front calipers provide outstanding heat management/thermal capacity and longevity Proven Supercharged Hellcat Performance^ ^ The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody is powered by the 6.2-liter supercharged HEMI V-8 with 707 horsepower and 650 lb.-ft. torque and can be paired to either the Tremec six-speed manual or TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission. ^ The proven Hellcat HEMI engine features additional cooling measures including a low-temperature circuit with two air/coolant heat exchangers integrated into the supercharger housing. This setup is designed to keep air temperatures below 140 degrees Fahrenheit, under extreme ambient conditions, while enabling air flow of up to 30,000 liters per minute. So effective is this feature that engine power will not be de-rated due to cooling demands after 20 minutes of hard driving on a road course at an ambient temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. ^ Before the new SRT Demon V-8 engine was introduced, the supercharged Hellcat HEMI V-8 was the most powerful passenger-car engine ever produced by FCA US, which made the Challenger SRT Hellcat and Charger SRT Hellcat models the most powerful and fastest coupe and sedan ever. The new engine was also named to Ward’s 10 Best Engines list for 2015. ^ Race-inspired, High-performance Interior The cockpit of the Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody remains true to its performance-oriented design and execution with world-class materials; high-sill center console and driver-focused instrument panel with 200-mph speedometer; SRT performance leather-wrapped flat-bottom, heated steering wheel; standard SRT Laguna leather performance seats with SRT Hellcat logo, and new red Hellcat instrument panel badge. ^ SRT Performance Pages are accessible through the latest 8.4-inch touchscreen display media center with standard Uconnect 4C NAV system featuring performance improvements with faster startup time and enhanced processing power offering multi-touch gestures, vivid imagery, sharper graphics and the ability to support smartphone integrations. ^ The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody will be available 15 exterior colors: B5 Blue (late availability), Billet Silver, Destroyer Grey, F8 Green (late availability), Go Mango, Granite Crystal, IndiGo Blue (late availability), Maximum Steel, Octane Red, Pitch Black, Plum Crazy (late availability), Redline Tri-Coat, TorRed, White Knuckle and Yellow Jacket. ^ Production of the 2018 Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebody begins later this summer with deliveries to Dodge//SRT dealers in the third quarter. 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Aaron Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Love this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DKilbourne Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 That color and body are fucking delicious! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbospec29 Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Id love to see/have a wide body hellcat Charger. Will they do one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BStowers023 Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 I'm really curious to see what a clean, lower mileage Hellcat is valued at in 20-25 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigOxley Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 I'm really curious to see what a clean, lower mileage Hellcat is valued at in 20-25 years. I'm curious what the general classic car market will be? I feel like we are the last car enthusiast generation. Might be a car dump in 20-25 years when the boomers start dying off en masse?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeto67 Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 I'm curious what the general classic car market will be? I feel like we are the last car enthusiast generation. Might be a car dump in 20-25 years when the boomers start dying off en masse?? I get where you are coming from, and mostly agree that the future for collector cars is unknown, but for a lot of different reasons. I don't think we are the last car enthusiast generation, I think there are always going to be people who like cars and driving - it just may not be the same. What worries me is will there be affordable gasoline. There is a lot of focus right now on alt fuels, as well as alt drive technologies. Lack of demand for gasoline may reduce it to cheap short term but as the infrastructure switches over then gas will become a boutique item and expensive. This means it could be very expensive 30-40 years from now. No fuel means either conversions or no classic cars. One of the other reasons older cars had such staying power is that there were a lot of 1-3 year only designs up until the 1980's, so there is a lot of variety for a short period of time and all are highly stylized. Also some of those cars, like muscle cars, were considered good because the rest of the new car world in the late 1970's and early 1980's was just so different and terrible at the time. Pop culture seized this and put lots of old cars in movies and made it cool. I don't know that I am seeing a lot of miatas in movies so I don't think pop culture is driving the market anymore - at least not with aging cars, which is ok because it means the special stuff gets saved and the real garbage isn't. It's ok if a civic 4-door gets crushed or parted, as long as they save the integra GSR. Think about the old cars that got saved just because they are old (cought...ford fairmount...cough) and how a lot less of that will happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 I keep forgetting you can get a Hellcat with a stick shift. For all the crap I give FCA for their quality, props to them for still serving car enthusiasts with a proper manual transmission for 2018. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_buster Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Just a warning on test driving any of the big motor cars.... they do record what you do.... as I found out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cstmg8 Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Just a warning on test driving any of the big motor cars.... they do record what you do.... as I found out. Afraid to ask... Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BStowers023 Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Just a warning on test driving any of the big motor cars.... they do record what you do.... as I found out. What do you mean they record what you do? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_buster Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 There is an on-board data logger on anything that says srt. I hit 98mph and my 0-60 was slow at 3.xx. during a new car prep Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwashmycar Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 There is an on-board data logger on anything that says srt. I hit 98mph and my 0-60 was slow at 3.xx. during a new car prep :lolguy::fuckyeah: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_buster Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 :masturboy: :gabe: It was fun... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Alex- Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 The widebody is really growing on me. I think the bigger diameter wheels help the look for me, and the difference in track time is impressive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BStowers023 Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 There is an on-board data logger on anything that says srt. I hit 98mph and my 0-60 was slow at 3.xx. during a new car prep Are you saying a dealership/manufacturer can go through your data logs if you bring the car in under warranty for a broken component and deny your claim based on your driving history according to your data logs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallard Posted June 28, 2017 Author Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Are you saying a dealership/manufacturer can go through your data logs if you bring the car in under warranty for a broken component and deny your claim based on your driving history according to your data logs? I think he's referring to the gauge cluster. It will keep a tally of your top speed, 0-60 times, and 1/4 mile. Its not tracked, downloaded, or sent to the cloud AFAIK. But it could piss off a customer to find someone abused their car, if you don't reset the cluster. There is also a reaction timer. A drag tree shows up on the cluster. Sent from my SM-G925V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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