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bmwdon · 05-07-2012, 10:43 AM

I'm always ahead of my time...sweet

http://www.wheels.ca/columns/article/807069

midnighter · 05-07-2012, 10:48 AM

I always thought of Covettes to be a grand pa car because around here only the old folks drive them.

Stew · 05-07-2012, 11:12 AM

I think they are confused, i agree with some, but tohers are family cars, not grampa cars.

Vette TPI · 05-07-2012, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by midnighter

I always thought of Covettes to be a grand pa car because around here only the old folks drive them.

Hey now

vroomapunk · 05-07-2012, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by midnighter

I always thought of Covettes to be a grand pa car because around here only the old folks drive them.

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Originally Posted by Vette TPI

Hey now

Not a negative, a new vette is usually driven by a grandpa because:

Its expensive, so older guys can afford it.

No backseat, older guys no longer have kids.

But I dont agree with the challenger being on that list, I mean look at the rest of the cars, doesnt make sense haha

motorhead · 05-07-2012, 12:23 PM

That's pretty much the people I see driving them. It's just like the 80s two door Buick Regals. Every old man from east to west drove one.

jrc1122 · 05-07-2012, 12:43 PM

I can't wait to be a grandpa then!

The Challenger is a nice car.

NoWRX · 05-07-2012, 01:35 PM

I'd agree with that to an extent. It's not the track star that the Mustang and the Camaro are. It's a much bigger, more comfortable car.

The SwiftChancelor · 05-07-2012, 07:45 PM

In my area for Dodge muscle cars I see 30 somethings and younger driving Chargers and 50+ drive the Challengers. At 30 myself, I love the Challenger it has the classic look. It was second on my list if I couldn't get the SS I wanted locally plus my uncle's retired Dodge so I was thinking discount.

*SSE 4 2SS* · 05-08-2012, 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by bmwdon

I'm always ahead of my time...sweet

http://www.wheels.ca/columns/article/807069

I'm a grandpa, so I guess kinda quick Camaros can also be viewed the same...

And Sweet Ride by the way...

SixGracing · 05-08-2012, 02:39 AM

Dodge is partnering with Whipple on the super-charged version coming out. They're going to call it the Challenger Whipple-snapper..

*SSE 4 2SS* · 05-08-2012, 03:20 AM

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Originally Posted by SixGracing

Dodge is partnering with Whipple on the super-charged version coming out. They're going to call it the Challenger Whipple-snapper..

LMMFAO...

bmwdon · 05-08-2012, 05:12 AM

that hurts

but

:l augh:

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Originally Posted by SixGracing

Dodge is partnering with Whipple on the super-charged version coming out. They're going to call it the Challenger Whipple-snapper..

bmwdon · 05-08-2012, 05:15 AM

thanks, yours is a monster for sure. I'm trying to get closer to your hp #'s with a slightly smaller pulley, but don't envy your torque #'s (

but still badass!) as I can't keep the street rubber planted with 650rw trq, going to be interesting with any trq gains on the smaller pulley....nervous.

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Originally Posted by SSE 4 2SS

I'm a grandpa, so I guess kinda quick Camaros can also be viewed the same...

And Sweet Ride by the way...

880 · 05-08-2012, 09:02 AM

Yeah! Most of the Challenger drivers around here are grandpas.

Rafsanjani · 05-08-2012, 02:47 PM

No Crown Vic?

newmoon · 05-08-2012, 03:01 PM

Well the rumors are of a 426ci 560hp n/a motor coming soon to the Challenger/Cuda. If this happens I wonder if it still will be Grandpa's car

Russo · 05-08-2012, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by midnighter

I always thought of Covettes to be a grand pa car because around here only the old folks drive them.

+1... daily driving a 200 mph car and never go over 55 mph

*SSE 4 2SS* · 05-08-2012, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by bmwdon

thanks, yours is a monster for sure. I'm trying to get closer to your hp #'s with a slightly smaller pulley, but don't envy your torque #'s (

but still badass!) as I can't keep the street rubber planted with 650rw trq, going to be interesting with any trq gains on the smaller pulley....nervous.

What is amazing, and more than a little bit of fun is a 110 mph burnout...

All the suspension work and taller gears helped... went from 3.45 to 3.07's, and my trans gearing is closer ratio... I'll hopefully be making some shakedown runs at the track in a few weeks, with the slicks on...

motorhead · 05-08-2012, 04:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SixGracing

Dodge is partnering with Whipple on the super-charged version coming out. They're going to call it the Challenger Whipple-snapper..

classic

bmwdon · 05-08-2012, 07:14 PM

I'm running a 3.07 now, not that great for 1/4 mile, but fun as hell on the highway

I'm familiar with breaking the rear loose at 80-90mph on the highway hammering the gas, just a bit unnerving a feeling to start that slight list to either side at those speeds but then blasting off like a shot

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Originally Posted by SSE 4 2SS

What is amazing, and more than a little bit of fun is a 110 mph burnout...

All the suspension work and taller gears helped... went from 3.45 to 3.07's, and my trans gearing is closer ratio... I'll hopefully be making some shakedown runs at the track in a few weeks, with the slicks on...

grocerygetter · 05-08-2012, 07:21 PM

its retarded to classify cars by age group.
and hey...I have a 87 GN and I'm 36. I ain't old. It's quicker than my Camaro too.

Comrando · 05-08-2012, 09:51 PM

IMO
Grandparent, as used in this context, means an older person wants to sit in a Laz-E-Boy and use a remote for the TV.

It certainly doesn't pertain to anyone on this forum. Even if they are grandparents.

My B-I-L told my dad once that he drives like an 18yo.
My father said, "I'm glad I don't drive like an 80yo." (his age then)

Soon after the bil drove my dad crazy when he was behind the wheel. My dad said it looked like light speed watching all the taillights blaze by

He drove like an 80yo my dad told me.

Just goes to prove there are all kinds in this world

*SSE 4 2SS* · 05-08-2012, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Comrando

IMO
Grandparent, as used in this context, means an older person wants to sit in a Laz-E-Boy and use a remote for the TV.

It certainly doesn't pertain to anyone on this forum. Even if they are grandparents.

My B-I-L told my dad once that he drives like an 18yo.
My father said, "I'm glad I don't drive like an 80yo." (his age then)

Soon after the bil drove my dad crazy when he was behind the wheel. My dad said it looked like light speed watching all the taillights blaze by

He drove like an 80yo my dad told me.

Just goes to prove there are all kinds in this world

When I was little, my dad had a tv with remote control... If I was sitting within reach, he would smack me on the back of the head and tell me to change the channel...

austinjames · 05-08-2012, 10:54 PM

Ill have to be honest here for a minute. The Challenger was my dream car, and the camaro was my second choice based on looks alone. Then I test drove the challenger, and it felt like my girlfriend's grandma car. Too wide open in the cabin, didnt feel good at all. Then I sat in the camaro and test drove it and I havent looked back since that day. night and day between the two. There is no other feeling like sitting in a camaro

05-07-2012, 10:43 AM	#1
bmwdon I refuse to go smurfy Drives: 2009 Challenger SRT8, 2010 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: MD Posts: 1,321	Dodge Challenger reviewed as a grandpa car I'm always ahead of my time...sweet http://www.wheels.ca/columns/article/807069 __________________ -Bill...the Camaro was my wifes, now she's got a minivan Challenger- 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 Procharger D1 Supercharger: 10.895 @ 126.720 MPH

05-07-2012, 10:48 AM	#2
midnighter Drives: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS 6M Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: CA Posts: 18,185	I always thought of Covettes to be a grand pa car because around here only the old folks drive them. __________________

05-07-2012, 12:43 PM	#7
jrc1122 Drives: 2012 Mustang GT Join Date: May 2009 Location: Abilene, TX Posts: 1,358	I can't wait to be a grandpa then! The Challenger is a nice car. __________________ 2012 Mustang GT Premium Performance White 6-speed Manual

05-07-2012, 07:45 PM	#9
The SwiftChancelor Drives: SGM, 2011 2SS/RS, L99 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Wildcat Country Posts: 596 View My Garage	In my area for Dodge muscle cars I see 30 somethings and younger driving Chargers and 50+ drive the Challengers. At 30 myself, I love the Challenger it has the classic look. It was second on my list if I couldn't get the SS I wanted locally plus my uncle's retired Dodge so I was thinking discount. __________________ K&N air intake, Solo w/Jpipes axleback, SP 1 7/8 LT headers

05-08-2012, 02:39 AM	#11
SixGracing The Reaper Drives: 2010 2SS/RS LS3 A6 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Haven, UT Posts: 631	Dodge is partnering with Whipple on the super-charged version coming out. They're going to call it the Challenger Whipple-snapper.. __________________

05-07-2012, 11:12 AM	#3
Stew Drives: 92 Lumina/01 Dakota 4.7 HO swap Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Eastern, Ky Posts: 3,197	I think they are confused, i agree with some, but tohers are family cars, not grampa cars.

05-07-2012, 12:23 PM	#6
motorhead Drives: yummy Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: central, Pa Posts: 6,170	That's pretty much the people I see driving them. It's just like the 80s two door Buick Regals. Every old man from east to west drove one.

05-07-2012, 01:35 PM	#8
NoWRX Banned Drives: 2011 STi - World Rally Blue Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Chicago Posts: 86	I'd agree with that to an extent. It's not the track star that the Mustang and the Camaro are. It's a much bigger, more comfortable car.

05-08-2012, 09:02 AM	#15
880 Drives: 2011 Z06, 2004 Cobra, 1991 MR2Turbo Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Delaware Posts: 442	Yeah! Most of the Challenger drivers around here are grandpas.

05-08-2012, 02:47 PM	#16
Rafsanjani What now Bitches? Drives: 2SS/RS Black L99 w/white stripes Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Leesburg, VA Posts: 542	No Crown Vic? __________________ 2010 L99/SS/RS, JRE Racing scoop, CAI Inc Intake, VMAX Throttle Body, Magnuson TVS2300, Dynatech CC Headers, Dynatech Cats, Borla ATAK exhaust, Richmond 3.73 Gears, Fuel Pump Voltage Booster, Pfadt Springs and Sways, Grenatelli Extreme Slotted Rotors, Hawk Ceramic pads. JRE Tuned 491RWHP and 514RWTQ. New tune targeting 560 RWHP!! NEED DYNO!!

05-08-2012, 03:01 PM	#17
newmoon Drives: 2012 5.0 Mustang, Brembo Track Pack Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: NC Posts: 1,262	Well the rumors are of a 426ci 560hp n/a motor coming soon to the Challenger/Cuda. If this happens I wonder if it still will be Grandpa's car __________________ 2012 Ford Mustang 5.0. Brembo, 3:73s Sold 2012 Challenger 392 auto 12:40s 112 stock Sold 2010 1SS, LS3, Cammed, LTs, NT05R,12:20s Sold

05-08-2012, 07:21 PM	#22
grocerygetter Drives: 2010 SS (2ss/rs, auto, SW/IOstripe) Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: 72034 Posts: 2,079 View My Garage	its retarded to classify cars by age group. and hey...I have a 87 GN and I'm 36. I ain't old. It's quicker than my Camaro too. __________________ -John S. 2010 Camaro 2ss/rs-a few cosmetic things, Pfadt stage 2 plus rear arm package, LG chassis brace, Vortech, ADM fpcm/ZL1 pump, Lingenfelter 3.70 gears, JBA catless, ProTorque 3200, 18" TSW N'rings for drag duty, 20" Forgestar F14s for street. Thanks to: Jannetty Racing, dv8motoring, Gwatney Chevrolet/GPI Jacksonville AR, TCAudio in Benton AR 2012 4Runner -daily driver

05-08-2012, 09:51 PM	#23
Comrando SScalator Drives: '11 CGM LS3 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 4,694 View My Garage	Maybe Great-Grandparent IMO Grandparent, as used in this context, means an older person wants to sit in a Laz-E-Boy and use a remote for the TV. It certainly doesn't pertain to anyone on this forum. Even if they are grandparents. My B-I-L told my dad once that he drives like an 18yo. My father said, "I'm glad I don't drive like an 80yo." (his age then) Soon after the bil drove my dad crazy when he was behind the wheel. My dad said it looked like light speed watching all the taillights blaze by He drove like an 80yo my dad told me. Just goes to prove there are all kinds in this world __________________ Give me fuel. Give me fire. Give me that which I desire.

05-08-2012, 10:54 PM	#25
austinjames Account Suspend...Right Drives: Synergy LS & Vulcan 1600cc Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Lakeland, Florida Posts: 3,579 View My Garage	Ill have to be honest here for a minute. The Challenger was my dream car, and the camaro was my second choice based on looks alone. Then I test drove the challenger, and it felt like my girlfriend's grandma car. Too wide open in the cabin, didnt feel good at all. Then I sat in the camaro and test drove it and I havent looked back since that day. night and day between the two. There is no other feeling like sitting in a camaro __________________