Is It Worth Buying A Dodge Challenger?

As we note in this 2010 Dodge Challenger look-back, there is a lot to like about these aging muscle cars.

The interior is known for being just okay, but it's hard to argue with the engine bay being nothing short of spectacular.

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As long as you focus on the R/T or SRT8 models with their big V8s.

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Period reviews from Edmunds point to the 2010 Challenger's relatively high curb weight putting it at a handling disadvantage

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versus the 2010 Ford Mustang and the fifth-gen Chevy Camaro. However, if you can get your hands on a first-gen

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Dodge Challenger SRT8 with 425 horsepower, a 6-speed manual, and a sub-$25,000 price tag, the pros would seem to outweigh the cons.

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