Hi all,
Long time lurker of the forum. Btw, I check out a lot of car forums and the people on here seem nice and respectful compared to some other forums I visit.
I would like to know a few things about your experience with your SS, but first I will offer a little background.
Like most of you, im a car guy. Presently, im overseas working for Uncle Sam and return to the States in about 8 months. Getting a new car when I get home is on the top of my to do list.
I have owned BMW, two Mustang GTs, several Saabs, 350Z, Mercury Marauder, Nissan Titan, Altima, Audi A4, Charger R/T, and presently VW GLI (bought specifically for my job) and a few other cars over the years.
These are the cars that are on my short list: Chevy SS, Dodge Challenger SRT, Audi S4, and BMW 435 or 335, and ATS-V assuming they ever release info/build it and its under $60k. My must haves are manual transmission, minimum 300 HP and rear wheel drive (Only exception would be the S4.)
Honestly, im really leaning towards the SS and the Challenger SRT. I'm a huge fan of V8 power/torque and rear wheel drive. I remember when I first learned of the SS and thought, if they ever make that in a manual, im buying it. I also said to myself, if they ever improve the interior of the SRT, im buying it. I test drove the SRT about two years ago and was in awe of the torque. That thing is a monster. Wasn't impressed with the interior. 2015 brings big changes.
I like the idea of the SS being a 4 door and I don't mind the subdued body style. I'm ok with the whole sleeper concept. I'm wondering how the
power of the LS3 compares to the 392 Hemi. 415hp/415tq compared to 485/475? That's a pretty big difference. I did test drive a C5 Z06 a few years back and that was also a beast, but obviously a much lighter car, so im sure the SS wont feel any where near it in terms of power.
I'm definitely liking the addition of the MRC and 6 speed manual in the SS, and as I mentioned the 4 door sedan is more practical compared to the SRT coupe. But, that challenger is sexy and im also loving the new interior and the monster torque with the 392.
So after that long winded background, share with me your thoughts after owning your SS for a while. Have you driven the SRT with the 392? One of the reasons im asking this, is that the charger I had was the R/T with the 5.7. It had 370/400. Although it was fast, I wasn't overly impressed with the power. I know its a heavier car, but still.
Give me your honest opinion of the SS with the LS3. Im sure its fast from what I had seen on all of the online reviews, etc. What im looking for is the "seat of the pants" feel you get when driving it. Do you feel yourself wishing it had more power, hp and torque? I know we always want more, but there are some cars you drive and just say ****....this thing is a beast. I have read a few people saying that on here, but im wondering what they are comparing it to.
Do you find yourself wishing it had a more aggressive appearance or are you still happy with the exterior? Any complaints on the interior? It appears to be pretty high quality given the price of the car. Speaking of price, im assuming the SS will be near 50k when its all said and done, and the SRT is right around the same, so price isn't the deciding factor here.
Yes I know I should test drive it to see for myself, but im not able to for the next 8 months and would like to have my mind mostly made up before I return home.
Thanks for taking the time.
Thoughts? Opinions?
Thanks in advance!
Long time lurker of the forum. Btw, I check out a lot of car forums and the people on here seem nice and respectful compared to some other forums I visit.
I would like to know a few things about your experience with your SS, but first I will offer a little background.
Like most of you, im a car guy. Presently, im overseas working for Uncle Sam and return to the States in about 8 months. Getting a new car when I get home is on the top of my to do list.
I have owned BMW, two Mustang GTs, several Saabs, 350Z, Mercury Marauder, Nissan Titan, Altima, Audi A4, Charger R/T, and presently VW GLI (bought specifically for my job) and a few other cars over the years.
These are the cars that are on my short list: Chevy SS, Dodge Challenger SRT, Audi S4, and BMW 435 or 335, and ATS-V assuming they ever release info/build it and its under $60k. My must haves are manual transmission, minimum 300 HP and rear wheel drive (Only exception would be the S4.)
Honestly, im really leaning towards the SS and the Challenger SRT. I'm a huge fan of V8 power/torque and rear wheel drive. I remember when I first learned of the SS and thought, if they ever make that in a manual, im buying it. I also said to myself, if they ever improve the interior of the SRT, im buying it. I test drove the SRT about two years ago and was in awe of the torque. That thing is a monster. Wasn't impressed with the interior. 2015 brings big changes.
I like the idea of the SS being a 4 door and I don't mind the subdued body style. I'm ok with the whole sleeper concept. I'm wondering how the
power of the LS3 compares to the 392 Hemi. 415hp/415tq compared to 485/475? That's a pretty big difference. I did test drive a C5 Z06 a few years back and that was also a beast, but obviously a much lighter car, so im sure the SS wont feel any where near it in terms of power.
I'm definitely liking the addition of the MRC and 6 speed manual in the SS, and as I mentioned the 4 door sedan is more practical compared to the SRT coupe. But, that challenger is sexy and im also loving the new interior and the monster torque with the 392.
So after that long winded background, share with me your thoughts after owning your SS for a while. Have you driven the SRT with the 392? One of the reasons im asking this, is that the charger I had was the R/T with the 5.7. It had 370/400. Although it was fast, I wasn't overly impressed with the power. I know its a heavier car, but still.
Give me your honest opinion of the SS with the LS3. Im sure its fast from what I had seen on all of the online reviews, etc. What im looking for is the "seat of the pants" feel you get when driving it. Do you feel yourself wishing it had more power, hp and torque? I know we always want more, but there are some cars you drive and just say ****....this thing is a beast. I have read a few people saying that on here, but im wondering what they are comparing it to.
Do you find yourself wishing it had a more aggressive appearance or are you still happy with the exterior? Any complaints on the interior? It appears to be pretty high quality given the price of the car. Speaking of price, im assuming the SS will be near 50k when its all said and done, and the SRT is right around the same, so price isn't the deciding factor here.
Yes I know I should test drive it to see for myself, but im not able to for the next 8 months and would like to have my mind mostly made up before I return home.
Thanks for taking the time.
Thoughts? Opinions?
Thanks in advance!