Is the 2023 Dodge Challenger Black Ghost the BEST muscle car you will REGRET not buying?
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- Опубліковано 17 вер 2024
- It is the END of the line for the Dodge Challenger and Charger as we know it. This Last Call edition is on 1 of 300 examples being built to honor the original 1970 Black Ghost that cleaned the streets of Detroit against Chevrolet Camaros and Ford Mustangs. On the outside you will find many unique touches not found on any other Challengers. Under the hood is a Hellcat Redeye Hemi 6.2L supercharged V8 that now produces 807HP. Is the 2023 Dodge Challenger Black Ghost the BEST muscle car you will REGRET not buying?
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I can’t believe Dodge is killing off these amazing cars! This review has over 13 mins of ON THROTTLE action. Make sure you see the TWO separate burnouts I did! They are a great way to send this beast off! You guys are #1! 😎👍🏻
Joe Raiti, you are the KING of car reviews and on throttle action. Nobody will ever be able to touch you. You sir are #1. I wonder what the news is on the EV charger? I heard they might offer a V6 variant?
Dodge wouldn't be killing off these cars if we didn't have a crazy train in charge of the country.
@@DarkJediChrisG-1425 you are awesome man! Thanks for the support.
@@RaitisRides Anytime Joe! Remember It's Raitis Rides or NO rides!
I have never owned a muscle car but if I was in the market this would be the one…
The time is coming when we will just look back and really appreciate all this old school machines
You better believe it!
Old school? Lol. My 71' 340 Challenger is old school.
Live in the moment
@@DS..69 exactly lol
@@DS..69 good for you, that why I said that the time is going to come meaning in the future. I’m not talking about now.
The Challenger's design is beautiful. I predict it will age well
I think you are so very right!
Much better than the current gen mustang and camaro
Not only that, but Challenger is an instantly recognizable car, because it has such a Unique and Historical look. You cannot mistake Challenger for any other car brands or models.
It really is like one of the most beautiful cars on the road always
@@jakes5530 ask your self what car is still going strong 💪 give u a hint not Dodge or camaro
The Challenger look is iconic…one of the greatest muscle cars made…sad to see it go…great review Joe
Tell me about it Bob!
It's evolving. And looks great
Not a big Challenger fan but Joe makes everything interesting. Would be nice to have one of the last ones.
That’s so awesome of you to say!
It was great to see you made this beast disappear into the smokes when you fired up the engine! American muscle cars will always be the legends! Thanks Joe for yet another great review!
Man such a beautiful car! Sucks there’s only 300 made. Love all the unique touches Dodge put on the ghost. Especially the challenge or emblems on the side. Imagine pulling up next to someone thinking it’s just a regular challenge? They minds will be blown! Awesome video my guy!
Last comment from me. For $99K (plus markup) I wish Dodge would’ve had a special (or just updated) infotainment/gauge looking area. And I agree, the money is under the hood, but that’s a whole lotta money for that engine. Just my $0.02. Oh and yes, I would still love one! ❤😅 *Edit* There is no better supercharger whine in the industry!
That is a good suggestion! I hear that supercharger in my dreams!
Totally agree on an updated cockpit so long as it doesn’t look like we are driving through 2 laptops. 👍🇬🇧
Yeah I mean they updated the Durango's interior idk why they couldn't do that for the rest.
@@Nestle245 exactly
It's not worth it.
That engine can be had for $20k.
It's sad dodge is making coffins for this insane V8 engine. Dodge should follow ford's footsteps with the mustang keep the V8 alive
Tell me about it Matt!
@@RaitisRides idk the exact whole story but basically ford came out with the mach e to keep the v8 on its muscle car. It has something to do with regulations
You know the idea of pony car and difference from muscle car?
If they could they would have
The Black Ghost is such a beautiful special edition! Great vid, Raiti! Awesome videos as always!
I’m so glad that you approve
American Muscle....No substitute....
For all my car guys, there is a cool mini documentary on youtube about the 1970 "black ghost" and its owner.
You are very right! I highly recommend!
....unfortunately entire story is extremely inaccurate....didn't wanna say lie....but I guess you can call it that....Black Ghost was not a king of Woodward Ave.....not even close just a stock 14 second Challenger....Still a very nice and very rare piece of Mopar history....
Love your videos Joe. Keep ‘‘em coming.
It look liked launching the car the few times you did, aged you a little bit. Can’t imagine the amount of power being thrown at you like that. Livin the dream getting to drive these things!
So wanted him to Floor it past the Tesla at the end
Show those hippies from Commiefornia a real man’s ride
I've said it before, I'll say it again, these challengers are like the iPhones of the car world. They never really change much appearance wise, even on the different trim levels.
Wouldn’t that be a Camry or a Honda accord?
@@jerelle_lol!
Interesting
@@jerelle_ good call
Also is the same shape giant rectangle
Wouldn't mind having a ghost in my house.
I’ll have Dodge send you one!😊
Black Ghost, based on an embellished story manufactured by Godfrey Qualls' son. The man's name is Godfrey Quall's not Callum and he was a veteran, Special Forces, Purple Heart recipient but the story of the '70 Challenger beating everything in Detroit was the fictional part of the story.
Wonderful review as always! Joe absolutely needs a Redeye. You can tell the love you have for this car and all the reviews over the years always are top notch. I gotta say, regarding this special edition, I'm not a fan of the white tail stripe or the rims color. I think it would look better just blacked out. Also would be nice if it had some unique Black Ghost exterior badging. Would love to see you own one! It was partially because of your reviews that I picked up my Widebody Scat Challenger and it is my favorite car I've ever owned. Cheers!
I got a 19 hellcat widebody not a red eye because I wanted a manual, never regretted it. Whichever one you choose. Amazing.
Manual is the way to go!
@@Vosovogalsyncopemanual is the “only” way to go!
they’re all the same at the end of the day
Awesome review joe! Thanks for also mentioning the tire issue these mopars come with from the factory. I have upgraded to the Pilot Sport 4’s and they make a world of a difference in traction!
Thanks man! You are a smart guy!
Got my 23 Last Call Widebody Scat Pack Challenger exactly one month ago. 392 with a 6 sp manual. Funnest car I've ever driven.
How much you end up getting it for
@@steve9348 MSRP + TTL Mine was 61K sticker.
@@steve9348 If you don't need a last call there are plenty of used with low miles out there for cheaper that are in really nice shape
Have the Swinger manual order
Just got the vin # had to pay 5k over
Thanks for sharing the awesome news.
Honestly, ever since the Hellcat, Redeye, and Demon, I feel like once you've seen 1 Challenger and Charger, you've pretty much seen them all. This platform has been milked more than a 🐄
Never, still more milk to go. Mopar is going to milk almonds and coconuts next, lol
the platform of a 20+ year old Mercedes E Class
I bet you like corvettes.
@@HEAVYCHEVY409
I believe it. 😂😂
Same with a mustang
What a beautiful burn out!
Thanks man! Nice & Smokey just the way I like them!
Even if you get passed the MSRP of $99K. The biggest issue will be dealers doing a stealership mark-up adjustment of (30K-50K) most likely more due to 1 of 300.
I miss 2016 when you could get a nice red hellcat for 55-60k never
@whereisthedollar - "past", and your sentence structure is wrong. Let's try: "Even if you get past the MSRP of $99K, the biggest issue will be the dealers. They'll want a stealership mark-up of $30-50K due to only 300 being made.
Great job and thanks for bringing this one. You, Steven and Lori are the BEST 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
An honorable tribute to the car that ruled the streets of Detroit 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼 back in the early ‘70’s.
For us MOPAR fans, Stellantis (Dodge) has turned their backs on the generations that got us here. Instead, it’s all about corporate/dealership greed, with these cars going to the highest bidder 🤬.
Canadians are willing to pay too but sadly Stellantis isn’t shipping any pre ordered Challengers or Chargers to our Country! I ordered my ScatPack WB Charger in April 2022 and still no build date for me. I live 2 hours from where they’re being built and all shipped to the USA! Not cool
a 2 ton 14 sec stock 426 hemi did not rule the streets anywhere ever - the human interest story is commendable but the rest is fairy tale
Really needed this after a hard day. I’m excited it’s here and this thing is so beautiful an powerful.
I been waiting for you to review this and go on throttle in this beast. So sad this is the last year for them.
Tell me about it! We had to do it extra special for this review
2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody Black Ghost Special Edition!
Heck yeah Scott!
I love it! Put a couple of people in the back seat and scare the hell out of them. I couldn't stop laughing. Great improvision!
There's a video on U-Tube showing what appears to be a totalled new black ghost. Apparently the owner didn't realize this car finds objects that are stationary. I like the car, but why $90,000+. Its still a Challenger with a performance Hemi and the standard features of what a Challenger RT came with that a few years ago sold for Many Thousands Less. I enjoyed your road test, but I don't see this as a daily driver. It's close to being a track only car because of it's high horsepower and short wheel base
Joe you always deliver the best reviews. So glad to see your continued success.
This was one of the best "On Throttles"!!! What a Beast!
One of many I WISH I could buy! 😂 Thanks for sharing brother.
You and me both Lee!
Love Raitis enthusiasm, it is infectious...
9:06 sums it up
Love it. Wish it was numbered.
Thanks Joe! Fantastic homage given to the real Black Ghost in your review. Dodge hit it out the park with this replica. That’s one bad Mo Fo Muscle Car…wouldn’t change a thing with it. Back in the muscle car era, when I went through basic training, my drill sergeant would say “Smoke em if you got them”. You certainly did smoke them😂.
Great review! I have a Widebody RedEye and felt the rush every time he stepped on the gas! What a shame the future holds.
Love seeing Joe go on throttle in such a beast of a car!
Thanks for taking the ride with me!
The Challenger is, and always will be my favorite Muscle Car of all time. I drive a Challenger Scat, and love every minute I'm in it. I will try for a Super Stock at some point, and park it next to my Scat. I think you would love the Super Stock Joe!
Had to fast forward to the on throttle portion ! 😁 lol
Don’t miss the two separate super Smokey burnouts!
Another awesome review.
For over 100k after taxes you can’t even get a serialized placard?! 🤣 great review as always!
Challenger is def the Best looking of the Muscle cars. Classic retro design that will age very well.
I totally agree with you!
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You got it my friend!
I can't believe Raiti got his hands on one! I've been waiting for this review!
All your advice is spot on! You can get in trouble very fast in this car. I have the 2021 Redeye and it’s a total blast with the paddle shifters. I have the dark warp speed rims and like them much better than those Shiny ones. Also all black. Mine is loaded without a sun roof and hood clamps but I was at $95K sticker. Thanks
The whine is worthwhile joe! Thank you so much for this you three you guys are #1!!😊😊😊😊
Raitis rides or NO rides bro!
@@DarkJediChrisG-1425 heck yeah bro!!
Very interesting history 🥇
I’m so glad that I could share it with you!
What a monster.....Trust me....Hemis aren't going away anytime soon
Another great video from Joe and the team! Great work to you all!
Thanks for letting me bring it to you Andrew.
Ive been a loyal Dodge owner since 2010 ,I really got deeply into dodge in 2015 ,and in 2023 I walked away as a matter of fact i just ordered a 2023 2SS1LE on saturday because ive had it with Dodges price increases since 2021 &Then the nonsense from the Dodge dealers,As far as these last call cars ,None of them interested me they are all sticker packages other than the charger super bee which is the 1320 in charger version and the 7th edition car.This Black ghost is stickers and marketing, I actually would rather a Regular Redeye
The Black Ghost Challenger is an awesome car!
You said it right Bryan!
Greetings from Europe. You are lucky to have cars like these. Period.
Joe, I think you should buy one of these cars. Limited quantity, there's your bragging rights, it's FAST, gas powered, need I say more. Joe and Lori taking a ride in their new Black Ghost.
I am trying to look into it for sure!
@Raiti's Rides would you purchase the crap financing man sells ( extended warrenty, paint protection)?
What a breakdown! You cover absolutely everything, I love watching your passion behind the wheel!
Awesome ride!
Kool looking dodge Challenger.
I’m glad you approve Manuel!
They should've done black wheels with a chrome center cap where it says SRT. I did that on my 2016 GMC sierra and it looked sick!
Smoke m if ya got them Raiti
Hell to the yeah!
wow 100k for the same exact challenger with a hellcat engine that you can get from 2018.... really stepping up their game here.
What up Joe? MOPAR TIME!
Hey Tom! Let’s smoke’em!
@@RaitisRides ;D
one of the best looking modern challenger
I better hurry up and buy this car now Joe.
I wouldn’t wait too long!
1. Yes, needed different exhaust tips.
2. Won't the cables for the hood ties scratch the front end over time, blowing in the wind?
3. Dodge needed to go with a new dash -- these are asymetrically ugly and plain, with that odd-shaped air vent on passenger side and a lot of unused dash space.
4. I would love one, despite it all.
Wow 😮a Beautiful machine 🙌😎
I’m glad you are digging this one!
I love this car. I'm only missing a sunroof to complete the package.
Nice one !
Thanks man!
Get superstock! Or Shaker Scatpack TorRed. I bought a shaker scatpack coolest car I've ever owned so proud to have it.
The Ghost🖤🔥
Heck yeah man!
What a car, what a legend………I heard the story about the original black ghost, it definitely caught my attention. Godfrey Qualls would approve !
The wheels really set the car off.
Big time David! Wheels are everything!
My first car was a hemi orange 340 Plymouth Cuda, with 8 3/4 rear, 727 Torqueflite, Holley 650 Spreadbore carb, Hooker Headers, and Thrush Turbo mufflers- Dodge has to end the current madness because original American muscle cars were the working man’s performance machines. Back in the 1970’s you would buy a barebones car, and then systematically upgrade it until you had the power that you wanted, but these cars are fully equipped from the factory so that they are no longer accessible by the average car buyer.
💯💯💯📈
Oh yeah Jimmy! We are bringing it!
Dude black makes a car 10 times better but 100 times hot in summer
So very hard to keep clean!
100,000 for a reskinned hellcat 🤣
1 of 300 like this one with 807HP
Great review Joe! What a shame to see these cars go by the wayside. I don’t like it at all. Love the on throttle action. Great stuff! Thanks for bringing it to us.
Man love your energy, it looks like I am inside with you nice 👍
That’s what I love to provide!
Wow. What a great machine. I am a Chev guy. But Dodge just keeps giving us these great machine. I might have to add one of these Black Ghost to my car collection. What a way to send this video with a double patch of rubber left on the asphalt . Great Video Joe. I think you are having way to much fun. Great video. The time is near when in about 15 to 20 years these cars will be worth their weight in gold. Forget the stock market . Stock up on some American muscle machines. Joe and Lori . You guys are great . Thank Joe
Joe you need to get Hellcat or superstock, you need to complete the trifecta, you got 350, you got Camaro, it's time for the best muscle car of them all to come home, we need to see it, you deserve it :)
I think you may be right! Thanks for saying that!
Other than the badges and stickers it's still just an optioned out 2023 Redeye Jailbreak in the end. Not worth the inevitable ADM IMO. Just buy your own custom Redeye JB if you really want one... hopefully at MSRP.
The 2008-2014 Challenger front and rear fascias were styled after the 1970 Challengers. The 2015 and on cars are styled like the 1971 cars. The Black Ghost was a 1970 Challenger. Should have used the 2008-2014 front and rear fascias for the Black Ghost. Yes?
My Favorite Part is “Onn Throttle”!!!! Get a Superstock for personal use, I’m here for it!!!🤝🏻💯
Sweet ride!Silver wheels look super against the black finish.Great burnout!
Great review. Insurance costs will be extremely high one would think
Wow! This Car is Tight! Dodge should make a White Kowalski 💪
Nice tasty review so I immediately wanted to buy on of these muscle cars before they gone.. But the gas prices in Canada put me down to Earth.
At least the Mustang isn't goin away. All new Gen7 '24 Mustang GT coming out. Updated power in both engines..2.3L TGDI turbo & 5.0L Coyote V8. 💯👍🏻
Car interior just looks exactly the same as my 2016 challenger hellcat. Wish they would’ve at least changed the interior up a bit over the years.
A menace...that whistle combine with the growl lmaoo
What a vehicle
Nice to see silver wheels.
I know right
Dodge is making a mistake. This was a very good review. You were Raiti’s Rides “Unleashed” on this one! I enjoy your channel very much.
More Mopar content as they finish up the v8 Raiti, thanks for the videos!
Man I’ve been WAITING for this review!!!!!!!! GREAT review!!!!!
I’m so glad that I could bring it to you!
@@RaitisRides DEFINITELY my dream Challenger!!!!!
That supercharger whine when Joe goes on-throttle. Man oh man! Like the voice of angels.
Great review, spectacular smoke show!
Thanks man!
I can’t believe dealers are selling a badged up red eye at 100k over
Omg 😂🎉hilarious and fun review I feel black ghosted
Another great vid!!!
Thanks Owen for letting me bring it to you.
Me personally my dream car of Dodge Challenger model is a wide-body Dodge Challenger SRT demon
Sad to see these cars go, im happy dodge made a few throwback special editions atleast. Badass car for sure, one of these Black Ghost models have already been wrecked sadly, I believe.
That is terrible to hear!
This muscle car's Disciple has a dandy of a car!
Go for it joe either a hellcat redeye jailbreak or super stock
I think I might have to.😊
Yes Raiti that is the ultimate your reviews are the best more so with the muscle 💪 cars.
I’m glad you really enjoyed this one Stanley!