Originally Posted by smileyman (Post 358131)

Really. You'd think with all the space age plastics, thin sheet metal, and modern design it would weigh less. You have aluminum blocks, magnesium and plastic covers and manifolds, unibody steel and aluminum chassis. Why that heavy? Paul any clue?

Originally Posted by Homeslice (Post 358149)

bulkheads to make the body stiffer, tons of airbags, 20" wheels and tires, and loads of electronic gadgets nobody needs

Originally Posted by Rider (Post 358194)

The GT is a very nice car but for $40K? I'll take a G37 coupe. I know, different style car but that's how I'd roll.

Originally Posted by Dave (Post 358196)

500lbs+ of sound proofing in whats supposed to be an enthusiast car

Originally Posted by Homeslice (Post 358216)

$40K?? How often is a GT going to sell for $40K? It starts somewhere in the 20's, so I doubt too many people are going to option it up to $40K.

A G37 isn't worth $40K either. For that kind of money I'd want a BMW.



Eh, I doubt that adds more than 100-150 lbs

Originally Posted by Homeslice (Post 358216)

$40K?? How often is a GT going to sell for $40K? It starts somewhere in the 20's, so I doubt too many people are going to option it up to $40K.

Originally Posted by Homeslice (Post 358284)

That's hilarious.

Originally Posted by goof2 (Post 358311)

If you think that is funny the $43,700 base and $46,700 as tested prices for the Challenger SRT-8 should really have you rolling.:lol: