Oppo's thoughts on an 06 Dodge Charger R/T

"Firewrx234" (firewrx234) 01/28/2014 at 07:53 • Filed to: Charger question

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So, one of the few perks of working for a dealership is being able to get cars discounted from said dealership. Well, a recent trade in just came through and it looks to be pretty nice. It's obviously the 5.7L with decent amenities but my question to you all is: what problems arise for Early new gen Chargers that I should be concerned about? Other than cheap interiors...

Thanks in advance Oppostles!

Storz > Firewrx234 01/28/2014 at 07:54

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I like em a lot, the 2011+ even more so

Firewrx234 > Storz 01/28/2014 at 07:56

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I'm in the same boat! shhh, don't tell bc I work for a Chevy dealer

Storz > Firewrx234 01/28/2014 at 07:58

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There is a lot to like about a thumpy rear drive American V8. With that much under the hood and proper rwd the car has huge potential.

All Motor Is Best Motor > Firewrx234 01/28/2014 at 08:03

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Well, you can expect poor fuel mileage.

Firewrx234 > All Motor Is Best Motor 01/28/2014 at 08:05

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Meh, my 1999 Grand Prix GTP is currently only getting about 12 in the city on premium fuel, about the only thing I could do worse in would be a hummer lol

BugEyedBimmer - back in the Saddle Dakota Leather > Firewrx234 01/28/2014 at 08:10

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The only beef I have is that the early 5.7s only had 325hp ("only"). I don't know what Chrysler did to the later ones to massage the extra ~50hp out of them, but I'm sure you could fix that ;)

Yowen - not necessarily not spaghetti and meatballs > Firewrx234 01/28/2014 at 08:18

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The heater core blew out twice in my cousins '06. Was a damn mess when it happened. Apparently they are prone to doing so.

The transmission was rock-solid, how do I know? We did a LOT of burnouts in his Charger and he had it for well over 100,000 miles.

Tom McParland > All Motor Is Best Motor 01/28/2014 at 08:29

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Actually the mileage isn't that terrible...I have a friend with a '12 Charger R/T he gets almost 28hwy

Tom McParland > Firewrx234 01/28/2014 at 08:30

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Let's see...V8...RWD...350+hp...sounds like a winner to me.

gawdzilla > Firewrx234 01/28/2014 at 09:19

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rented one for a road trip

so horrible, would never get one personally.

if you like it then good luck

PilotMan > Firewrx234 01/28/2014 at 09:27

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I had a 2007 that was a very solid car, the only issues I had related to a ball joint going out on the lower control and the speed sensor going out on the transmission valve body controller.

The lower control arm was an easy swap with a pickle fork and sledge hammer. The transmission had a hard time figuring out which gear to go into at speed. I dropped the pan, dropped the valve body, and replaced the electronic controller board. It was easy. You'll need a mercedes dip stick to read your transmission fluid level.

The only bad thing about the 2006 is that you can't do a proper doughnut, the rear diff is open and uses the brakes as a limited slip. So sadly she's a one tire fire when you turn off the traction control.

Also, you have change out 16 spark plugs every 36,000 miles.

A K&N cold air intake is worth 15-20 horsepower, no really it is. You'll also drop 2-3 MPG. That engine sounds wicked with a giant cone filter.

AutoSavant > Firewrx234 01/28/2014 at 09:48

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I own a Magnum, the Charger's wagon brother. 166k miles, and I've only had to replace one ABS sensor. Otherwise, plugs and fluids. Very solid cars.

JR1 > Firewrx234 01/28/2014 at 10:27

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Best part may be you look like a cop, therefore people act civilized and not like dipshits around you!

Rico > Firewrx234 01/28/2014 at 11:19

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Christ get rid of that thing. You'll recoup your money in saved fuel with any other car.

Zoom > Firewrx234 01/28/2014 at 14:49

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In a hot minute, sir. fuck the chinsy interior. Track that car vs. any other domestic four door today? Game over....