Intrepidation

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I like the interior, it's futuristic and different...not the same old cookie-cutter design. The same can be said about the exterior.

I see lots of Chargers on the roads here in New England. they seem to have no trouble selling it without RWD. I think the reason they left AWD out was symbolic of the old Charger, which was RWD only. Plus there's the 300C or the Magnum for those who prefer AWD. I been wondering the same thing reg. It looks much more graceful if a dash flows into the door panels. That's how it is on the Intrepid, yet that design element didn't carry over into the LX cars. Maybe since it was a fad in the 90's (everything from the Intrepid to the Windstar had it), they've decided to move away from it. I think Audi still does it though, and some Korean cars.

Yeah, I know that, but its' not like it's sluggish. And you never know, and SRT version may be in the works. They need another SRT-6 anyway. Screw a Sebring SRT though.

What the idiots at Benz need to do is make sure Chrysler designs interiors with good materials, upgrade various powertains, and fix teh design team over at Chrysler (Dodge is still ok IMO), oh and ditch unnecessary/stupid models (Compass/Aspen)

Some other highlights from the review: Nice to see they upgraded the suspension from teh Sebring and made it fun to drive. So the powertrain is good...I don't get why everyone thinks it's uncompetitive...it's only lacking about 20 or so HP compared to the most powerful ones. No surprise...sadly 2008 Dodge Avenger R/T Base price: $23,500 Now that's a good deal....and where else can you get a color like this on a midsize sedan? Also the looks have grown back on me.

If I recall, that same turbo was in the Shadow. 2.2 Turbo right? When my dad's worked t was a pocket rocket. Very quick little car that handled well thanks to the suspension and fat tires. Of course the ride was horribly choppy. The turbo burned out a few years ago unfortuneately. Spirits were good cars, not the prettiest, but as Fly here has just inadvertantly demonstrated, there's a whole lot uglier machines out there. My main issue with them was the way the rear class was lamost vertical...t would have looked much better if it sloped I think. And yeah, the Caliber SRT-8 will make at 300 horsepower. If they can workhalf the magic with the suspension tuning Mistubishi can with t heir Evo (which is on the same platform), it should be a real killer.

What happened to this Budman person? I must have joined after he left.

They had a couple during the post-gaee show. Both were of teh Escalade and neither were very good. I miss the old "break through" ads. They were better IMO.

I'm glad they didn't shove the GMNA corporate stereo in there...something different is always nice and long overdue. The 3 door is hotness...the wheels are sexy too.

It looks like the kept the NAV system and the center stack the same...wonder why they didn't with the Vue then? The car is sexy.

Looks like just a refresh too me. Poor Saab.

The Chevy ads both sucked. I'm sorry but I thought they were horrible. The love Chevy one...most people couldn't sing...it was painful to listen to. The HHR one seems like a knockoff of the Charger SRT-8 promo but with guys instead of girls washing it and horrible (IMO) music. On the other hand, the robot one was cute, and the 2 Yukon Denali ads were good (especially the 2nd one) The Sierra ones were pretty good....although they did miss something....the transmissions. As for those Tundra ads, they're nothing if not impressive. "The truck that's changing everything" line is a little lame, but it didn't have the arrogance you see in a Camry commercial...they were cool and more impressive than the Sierra ones. Actually, they kind of remind me of the Ford Superduty ads a while back.

That's a much better V8 now. I officially like the Dakota again. The fixed it's biggest flaw, the nose. The interior looks better too...even if the materials haven't improved much...this is a truck, not a car...so it's forgivable. Also they toned the chrome down...thankfully. I hope these important updates help the truck sell better....this should have been what the redesigned Dakota was.

I just realized something. That damn camera's date is off. Oh well. It didn't snow friday so it's obvious we took them yesterday

How old school is that tractor? And finally....the piece de resistance! I dare anyone to find something better than what we did. We drove right into the dealership to snag photos of this. It's a 1928 Dodge Brothers. According to teh window, it runs ands drives (and I have seen it moved around). They want $5,500 for it. I think we should all pitch and make it the official car of Tight Whips! How often will you come across something like this...at a used car dealership?! -- It was a fun day overall. Jessica drove while I road shotgun as the camera man. She pointed out some cool stuff like the tractor, the HORNE sign, and the Porsche, and snagged some pics herself. She also did an good job at going slow enough for me to take (or retake) the photos, which sometimes involved double-backing. I gotta say that for an old digital camera these photos came out surprisingly well, and not blurry either. The Intrepid did a good job itself. Although now it's dirty as hell and needs gas Here's to the next scavenger hunt!

It's a BIG hood scoop In good shape too. In the same lot was a Porsche Carrera A badge many of us would like to grace the cars we owned. Jessica took those for pics, they're pretty sweet...she's the one who noticed the Porsche too! While leaving from that lot back to R110, I snagged a pic of this lovely truck This is the car that asshole mechanic told me that "it wasn't for me". f@#ker Anyway, it's a Volvo...dunno what kind though. Any guesses? El Camino! Dunno if it's an SS or not though. This is a real treasure...to bad these things are just rotting away. The Tow truck (I think a Dodge) must run though, I've seen it moved around...the guy tried to sell it once. Another picture of the vehicles. Next to the tow truck is the remnants of a Charger. DUnno what the other cars are. There was also another Charger that must have been put away for teh winter...same body style but in much better shape with new paint and stuff.

An old Dodge truck maybe? Check this cool wagon out. I took a photo of this because I think it may be a T-top...not sure though. I took this because it is the very first refreshed Durango I have seen on the road so far! $500 For this beauty (the tiny van). Any takers? BV? It's been there forever (surprise it has no takers) Sadly this is a crappy photo...tough to take going 40 mph. It's 3 of teh same cars...GM's but I'm not sure what kind. Windmills A sweet find, it's a Barracuda! This one has a hood scoop unlike mine.

Yep...that "peace" sign is made with electrical tape. Creative...there was a dog mailbox too. Top this stone bridge...it's over 100 years old. Recently knocked down and rebuilt...they have good veggies at this farm stand in Salem, NH. Anyone interested? I'm so bummed I couldn't get a better photo of this car. To much traffic to go slow. It's for sale and in excellent shape and it looks beautiful...anyone know what it is? This just looks cool...still under construction. Retired Caprice cop car that's still got the cop paint job...I snagged this at McDonald's just as the guy was leaving

I keep forgetting what model this is, but it's in good shape. More importantly, the owner drives this baby every day. How's this for a collapsed bridge? This thing has been there for years..they just built a new one next to it. It's down the street from Tom Manzi Dodge in Lawrence This clock tower and it's building were restored by and are now the corporate headquarters of New Balance. Near North Andover is this fuuny sight. It's a NASCAR (replica maybe) on top of some building...I forget what the building is. No idea what kinda car this is, but it looks neat and was next to the NASCAR building behind a fence. Anyone care to name it? A 50's style Diner...it's been there that long anyway...the food is pretty good too. Also in Lawrence, towards the Andover line. An old ass truck from the 50's I would guess....Chevy maybe? It has a plow on it for the winter...though I don't think it moves around much. The word says it all One of many cars in Lawrence with mismatched fenders...parked the wrong way too. ...yet I got pretty close to the door to take a picture Another common sight in Lawrence. The woman who lives in teh house on the left actually bought this...I wonder what they will do to it. How's that for a water tower? :AH-HA_wink:

It's ashame to see you go, but don't stop posting here. Yeah, some of your posts were a bit over the top (but also entertaining), but anyone not blind can see that you're just passionate about what you believe in.

When it came out it offered a strong powertrain, functional interior, and extremely innovative and useful bed. This holds true today. It's quality may not be all there, and its looks aren't by any means it's strong point, but deserves respect.

Any car from any brand can live a long life with high mileage if it's taken care of reasonably. Intrepid has 175k so far. Shadow has 210lk and still going (oh and daves87ers, it started up first try when it was 6 degrees out by the way...and it's 18 years old ).

Yes, the snow can be a pain, the ice is bitch (I hate it), and the slush is ugly and the salt eats your car and makes it look gross (the Intrepid has like an inch layer from the scavenger hunt...need to wash it tomorrow)....but there are some things about snow I just love. I covers up all the ugly things and makes everything look pure and white. from this morning. BV, the GA looks good as a fastback Also, I find that shoving yourself into the door gently loosens the ice. Then while pulling on the door handle use you other hand's finders and put them between the door frame and pull. That usually works.

I think it'll age well..it is a classic shape after all...that shape has aged well enough that now it's being reused! My favorite part of the review: Priceless