Is the 2021 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack manual a BETTER muscle car than a Mustang GT?

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  • Опубліковано 27 лис 2024
  • The Challenger has been around for many years and Dodge keeps coming out with different variations. The 2021 Scat Pack really embraces the true essence of a muscle car. Under the hood is a massive 6.4L Hemi V8 that pumps out 485HP & is mated to a Tremec 6-speed manual gearbox. On the outside you will find a functional hood scoop, 20in wheels, Brembo brakes, and dual outlet exhaust. On the inside there is a retro theme with cloth interior, 8.4in infotainment system, and analog gauges. Is the 2021 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack manual a BETTER muscle car than a Mustang GT?
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  • @mattmekhaeil
    @mattmekhaeil 2 роки тому +112

    You can’t go wrong with a challenger or 6 speed manual transmission. Especially what’s under the hood a NA v8 these cars will still be icons for years they will never be forgotten. The retro styling of the challenger has aged so well it will never look old or boring

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +16

      No replacement for displacement!

    • @Toymonkeyjr
      @Toymonkeyjr 2 роки тому +5

      yeah it's one of the few modern cars that actually did the retro look right, I'm not even into muscle cars and I can appreciate that

    • @SgawCules
      @SgawCules 2 роки тому

      @@Toymonkeyjrand keeping the car as unaerodynamic as possible, it barely evolved.

    • @Toymonkeyjr
      @Toymonkeyjr 2 роки тому +2

      @@SgawCules ? probably the most aerodynamic muscle car, every edge is smoothed besides the bumper, have you seen old muscle cars?

    • @SgawCules
      @SgawCules 2 роки тому +2

      @@Toymonkeyjr when you compare the mustang to the Dodge in terms of shape, the mustang is more aerodynamic

  • @theothernodude3139
    @theothernodude3139 2 роки тому +72

    Man, I’ve always loved the challenger and how the design philosophy keeps it true to self. Keep ‘em coming Joe!

  • @Swiftanium
    @Swiftanium 2 роки тому +30

    It has been almost 12+ years and the body hasn't even changed MUCH. and i still like it.

  • @thullraven1
    @thullraven1 2 роки тому +61

    "Is the 2021 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack manual a BETTER muscle car than a Mustang GT?" The short answer is "yes" because it is the only one that still has the old muscle car look. As far as an overall sports car vs a Mustang, it comes down to preferences. Let me explain. I have a 2018 Manual Mustang GT. I've raced three Scat Packs (Two Challengers, One Charger) and beat them all pretty good. They ALL had me off the line, then I caught and passed them. The Low End Torque the Scat Pack has is unreal. I catch them seconds later because the Mustang has a steady increase in the higher gears and revs, where the Scats seemed to level off, plus the additional weight they were carrying didn't help. They have 485 hp stock, which is a ridiculous amount of power, however my Mustang seemed to maintain traction better. The best old school muscle car looks = Challengers win easily. There is nothing out there that looks like them. They're beautiful to me. That's not saying Mustangs and Camaros are ugly. They aren't. They don't look old school, either. The Mustang had some of that look with the Fifth Generation, but that changed in 2015. You want room for people and gear, don't care about handling, and want gobbs of low end torque, get the Challenger. You want to drive something American, sporty, fast, and that handles good, but you can't afford a Corvette, get the Mustang or Camaro. There really isn't a wrong answer here. Also, EVERYTHING is better as a Manual. That's all I have ever owned. Save the Manuals!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +11

      Thanks fir your awesome detailed comment.

    • @thullraven1
      @thullraven1 2 роки тому +6

      @@RaitisRides Thank you for your videos.

    • @Justin_GFM
      @Justin_GFM 2 роки тому +3

      The way I always read it online and personally saw it as is that the Challenger is a great long distance GT car, the Camaro is a great track car, and the Mustang is a blend of both between those two. That theme seems to continue from the Scat Pack, GT, and SS all the way up to the Hellcat Redeye, GT500, and ZL1

    • @thullraven1
      @thullraven1 2 роки тому

      @@Justin_GFMFor what it's worth, I agree with you 100%. You put them in perspective perfectly.

    • @basicgunbros4332
      @basicgunbros4332 2 роки тому +1

      had a 16 challenger scat, 2016 mustang gt manual, and currently charger scat 2021. the 6.4 is far more enjoyable to me than the 5.0

  • @S.Matt240
    @S.Matt240 2 роки тому +38

    I truly think the 392 manual is a perfect street car. Every hellcat I see racing on the street they are almost useless, constantly losing traction and trying to kill it's owner. Unless you wanna do 90moh roll race. I love the 392 and Camaro because of the manual, pushrod setup.

    • @slimv3.162
      @slimv3.162 2 роки тому +2

      I had a widebody 392 and was still always losing traction lol. Not bad in a straight line but it was terrible in the corners. I couldn't even imagine trying to daily a hellcat lol

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +2

      I totally agree with you matt!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      It need sticker rubber than those P Zeros

    • @MrLikeaboss71
      @MrLikeaboss71 Рік тому

      I like the Scat better overall but DOHC>>>pushrod

    • @MrLikeaboss71
      @MrLikeaboss71 Рік тому

      @@slimv3.162 did it understeer or what?

  • @mariowhyte2816
    @mariowhyte2816 2 роки тому +31

    Yes yes yes and yeeeeeeeeeeeees!!!! I want every single version of the Challenger before the automotive industry goes all electric!!!! Absolute and sheer madness those Dodge brothers have with horsepower and torque!!! I love them all!!! Put this one on the truck to Massachusetts for me too please and thank you Joe!!! Great review as usual!!! Literally nobody does it like you and Lori!!!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +3

      I will have them send it right to you!

    • @mariowhyte2816
      @mariowhyte2816 2 роки тому +3

      @@RaitisRides yeah man!!! Mopar. Or. No. Car 🚗 💨💨💨💨💨 by the way man, I went ahead and pulled the trigger on the 22 Civic Sport!!!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      @@mariowhyte2816 Great job! Congrats man. You are really going to like it!

    • @czwarlord9243
      @czwarlord9243 2 роки тому

      Mustangs aren’t muscle cars. So yes

  • @chrisonthecamera__
    @chrisonthecamera__ 2 роки тому +17

    Love the Challenger platform! The Triple Nickel color, 6-speed manual, and 485HP 6.2L V8! The Scatpack is a true modern day muscle car!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      I am so glad that i could share this MOPAR with you Chris!

    • @ClayHeckmann
      @ClayHeckmann 2 роки тому +2

      6.4 V8

  • @martinbalmaceda3700
    @martinbalmaceda3700 2 роки тому +23

    I love my 2021 scat pack, many smiles per gallon of gasoline, three months ago you helped me decide between Mustang gt and my Dodge, thanks Joe for the excellent work you share with us!!!!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +3

      That’s so awesome Martin! Thanks for sharing that!

    • @TheEnd-eg6wq
      @TheEnd-eg6wq 2 роки тому

      Sounds like you made the wrong decision.🤣

    • @jayhh9370
      @jayhh9370 2 роки тому +3

      @@TheEnd-eg6wq says somebody that has neither

    • @TheEnd-eg6wq
      @TheEnd-eg6wq 2 роки тому +1

      @@jayhh9370 I have a 2012 GT/CS, 6 speed, if you can't comprehend a sentence don't respond to it, peasant.

    • @jayhh9370
      @jayhh9370 2 роки тому +4

      @@TheEnd-eg6wq comprehend a sentence? ur telling somebody they made a mistake for a buy a car THEY liked ? Peasant ? what are u ? Let me guess ur 40? gtfo Lmaoo

  • @fordTH7335
    @fordTH7335 2 роки тому +16

    It's relatively marginal but I prefer the visibility of the challenger. The Camaro is the worst hands down, mustang in the relative middle. But I just love the challenger look and shape. Thanks for this review Joe.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +5

      This is so true!

    • @QuinLIVE
      @QuinLIVE 2 роки тому

      Benefits I see with a mustang gt is the base model MSRP for what a challenger RT MSRP for and they take regular gas

  • @scatpackbob3707
    @scatpackbob3707 2 роки тому +14

    Just sooooo much fun every time I’m behind the wheel. Always makes me smile 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
    This is the muscle car to have, hands down.
    Always enjoy your reviews of the V8 Challenger/Charger/Durango - you know what’s it’s like to be part of the Brotherhood of Muscle 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
    And a special tip of the 🎩 going out to Lori for making it all look great!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks so awesome Bob! Thanks for taking the ride with me!

  • @kurtier
    @kurtier 2 роки тому +6

    Had a 17 scat pack shaker 392 with the 6 speed. It’s a great daily driver and still has enough power to get you into trouble. Awesome machine.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for sharing that great ownership input Kurt!

    • @kurtier
      @kurtier 2 роки тому

      @@RaitisRides Thank you for all these great videos!

  • @ceooflovingthehomies9294
    @ceooflovingthehomies9294 2 роки тому +19

    I love these! I still would take my 5.0 over it cause I like engine better and handling and turning is nice but the styling and pure muscle car nature of Challengers is truly awesome!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      Very good way of putting it!

  • @matthewo3522
    @matthewo3522 2 роки тому +20

    I love seeing the pure enjoyment when you go on throttle. It makes me laugh and smile! Love your reviews!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for letting me being it to you!

    • @Sigmaa5.0h
      @Sigmaa5.0h 2 роки тому

      I’m Just Now Finding Out That ScatPacks Come In Manual🤦🏽🤦🏽🤦🏽😂😂😂

  • @JoseLopez-vp8vu
    @JoseLopez-vp8vu 2 роки тому +15

    5.0 all day! Gotta respect these though they’re 🔥

    • @SIDEKILL3R
      @SIDEKILL3R 2 роки тому +7

      5.0 all day indeed

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      Nothing wrong with that!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      yes sir Tim!

    • @The_Hi_Life
      @The_Hi_Life 2 роки тому +1

      If we’re gonna modify it, 5.0 all day. It’s got WAY more tuner potential. If we’re keeping it stock, I’d go with the Scat. They’ve just got more soul when you drive them. That 6.4 is 1 peach of an engine!

  • @nexuspluz9797
    @nexuspluz9797 2 роки тому +5

    I love his reaction when he started pushing the gas ,keep it up bro

  • @key981
    @key981 2 роки тому +7

    You’re not yourself until you’ve had a scat pack I love the sound of those 🥰

  • @davidp2888
    @davidp2888 2 роки тому +17

    I'm not really a Dodge fan but if someone handed me the key fob to this beast I wouldn't refuse it.
    The ongoing cost of gas and new back tires would be prohibitive, though.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +4

      I like the way that you think!

  • @deafcardude5292
    @deafcardude5292 2 роки тому +6

    Man, I love the Challengers! I hope to own one of those someday. Thanks for reviewing this, man!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      I believe in you! You can do it!

  • @jonhug3231
    @jonhug3231 2 роки тому +3

    I’ve had 3 Mustang GT’s including my current car, a 21’ GT PP1 in Oxford White with Showstopper interior, which I love and an 07’ C6 Z06 in Lemans Blue and I’ve loved them all. But there’s sometimes about this Challenger in a manual that I really, really dig. When we have the discussion of which car is faster to 60 or in the 1/4, Camaro, the Stang or either of the Dodges, we are splitting hairs snd how often will you actually line it up? To me, cars are about emotion and how they make me feel when I drive them. This Challenger sounds great and it has the Tremec, which my GT, sadly does not… The C6 Z06 had a shit ton of low end torque. This Challenger does too. And for street driving, that torque provides all the emotion one could ask for. This manual Challanger with that 6.4 is talking to me!

  • @basicgunbros4332
    @basicgunbros4332 2 роки тому

    love raitis rides. lived in south florida before i moved to texas in 2015. he has that east coast enthusiasm when reviewing these cars and i love it

  • @limpunsing224
    @limpunsing224 2 роки тому +5

    I'm glad that n/a V8 w/ m/t muscle cars still exist

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      Who know for how much longer.

    • @alfredoserralles5396
      @alfredoserralles5396 2 роки тому +1

      Long live Mopar 6speed manual transmission classic muscle car!

  • @Murjam100
    @Murjam100 2 роки тому +3

    Just traded in my Mustang for a Scatpack. I love it. Not as fast, but it is the ultimate muscle car.

  • @Faisal-sf1gh
    @Faisal-sf1gh 2 роки тому +9

    Well done 👍. The back of the seat manual lever makes it much faster to adjust the seat.

    • @Raazorred1
      @Raazorred1 2 роки тому +1

      Yes, and I believe Raiti forgot this beast has a backseat with no backdoors.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +2

      Great point!

  • @superdupertrooper6732
    @superdupertrooper6732 Місяць тому

    Got this car in February, So nice, It doesn’t have too many buttons or make things touch screen only like new cars have these days. It’s simple and gets to the point, you want to drive this beast. I plan to replace the dash with a leather one, alr got barton shifter, throttle controller and planning on exhaust mbrp for now. Get this car, you won’t be disappointed

  • @ternerpr22
    @ternerpr22 2 роки тому +1

    You knows that this guy is the best car reviewer when he literally said the charger is better than the mustang... and we all knows you are a die hard mustang fan and proud owner.

  • @lloydhudson9032
    @lloydhudson9032 2 роки тому +16

    Well, the manual in the Challenger might be stronger, however, the Mustang shifts smoother in my opinion. Also, I like the room in the Challenger, but you can really feel the weight of the car compared to others in its class. Great review nevertheless.

    • @jizzyjake6783
      @jizzyjake6783 2 роки тому +2

      There's really no other cars in it's class. All other coupes are tiny nowadays

    • @lloydhudson9032
      @lloydhudson9032 2 роки тому +4

      @@jizzyjake6783 That's somewhat true, however, the Mustang and Camaro are it's rival although they aren't truly muscle cars in the traditional sense.

    • @jizzyjake6783
      @jizzyjake6783 2 роки тому +4

      @@lloydhudson9032 yeah I know and in reality they've all become larger but so have I haha

    • @lloydhudson9032
      @lloydhudson9032 2 роки тому

      @@jizzyjake6783 Lol, I totally get it.

    • @rickitysplitz7035
      @rickitysplitz7035 2 роки тому +5

      Mustang and Camaro would handle and drive better, but the Challenger would be in style and cruising.

  • @Basslightning666
    @Basslightning666 Рік тому +3

    Smiles per mile man, great review as always JoE! Sweet spot in the Challenger line up, and the Dynamics Package gives you 275s with the 6 piston Brembos in a non-wide body. Great streetable power with the Scat Trim.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for letting me share it all with you!

    • @conanlive3784
      @conanlive3784 8 місяців тому

      How do you get the Dynamics Package? Gotta be put on by the factory? And can you just put on 275 rear tires without messing anything up?

  • @brooklyn_cars7853
    @brooklyn_cars7853 2 роки тому +6

    You been doing good job with these performance monsters! Keep it up!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      Thanks man for saying that! I love bringing them to you!

  • @EpicNinjaRides
    @EpicNinjaRides 2 роки тому +3

    Just need to add the Dynamics package or T/A package and you get 275 series tires all the way around. Dynamics also gets you 6 piston Brembos and the flat bottom steering wheel. T/A gets you the Ram air hood and air catcher headlights.

  • @zed8083
    @zed8083 2 роки тому +6

    I think the way my Stang is optioned, with PP1 etc., it would hold it's own against this car. It's got wider meats in the back, a little less HP and TQ, but definitely lighter than this Challenger. Depending on the driver, the Stang would likely beat it, not destroy it, but beat it in a drag. The torque curve in these S550's is amazing, so linear and rev to the moon! Not knocking the Mopars, they are great cars, love the true retro look to them, but being under tired in the rear and heavy AF, I'll take the Mustang GT! I love that the manual is still barely alive! SO much more fun than the boring automatic! BTW, this is coming from an old ass die hard Chevy guy!! LOL! Cheers!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      It is great to have the variety!

    • @drewjozz
      @drewjozz 2 роки тому

      2021 is the first year in history that the Challenger outsold the Mustang, you can argue statistics all you want but the Challenger has the best looks. Even the more recent model refreshes on the Mustang didn't matter. Style over performance.
      That being said, even the most tuned Hellcat would get rinsed by a GT350. All day.

  • @rhsab1
    @rhsab1 2 роки тому +2

    Joe, I have a 12 GT but this challenger checks all the boxes for a great street car. The Tremec over the MT-82, badges, interior, screen display, drivetrain. I had a 70 challenger and a super bee and this car carries on the tradition.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      Did you watch Rosy?

    • @rhsab1
      @rhsab1 2 роки тому

      No I haven’t. Video?

  • @nickfanelli5945
    @nickfanelli5945 2 роки тому +6

    I would love to see this car in person to see those beautiful lines and grooves in the hood design!

  • @key981
    @key981 2 роки тому +7

    A heated steering wheel in a challenger now that’s iconic 🥰🥰🙂

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      There you go!

    • @sunshine48213
      @sunshine48213 10 місяців тому

      I have 2020 scat with heated wheel and seats along with cooled seats..i love my manual

  • @RockHoward38
    @RockHoward38 2 роки тому +2

    I just picked up my white knuckle scat pack manual challenger from Jerry Ulm Dodge in Tampa. The car is awesome!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      Congrats man! You did it right!

  • @olivierdevries01
    @olivierdevries01 2 роки тому +3

    Pretty good price for the performance you get. I'm glad they went with 45 aspect ratio on the tires instead of super low profiles. Much better for the ride and when you hit pot holes.

  • @lissa2679
    @lissa2679 2 роки тому +6

    I LOVE this car!! Hoping that I pay my Charger off in two years and get a Challenger to add to the family before it goes electric! What a beast!

    • @Yoursistersazz
      @Yoursistersazz 2 роки тому +2

      Save your money brother wait and get a used one with 20,000 miles on her

    • @lissa2679
      @lissa2679 2 роки тому +3

      @@Yoursistersazz “sister,” lol I’m a lady, and I don’t like getting used vehicles because I am always worried as to what the previous owner has done to the car but I may take your advice! :) thank you

    • @Yoursistersazz
      @Yoursistersazz 2 роки тому +2

      @@lissa2679 take it from me, I spent 34G on a new accord because I wanted a fast sedan but I didn’t use my head and ended up trading in 4 months later for a 3 year old Jeep Grand Cherokee and loved it.

    • @lissa2679
      @lissa2679 2 роки тому +3

      @@Yoursistersazz Been there lol! Back in the day my first car was a 2012 Honda EX-L Coupe brand new and traded it in for a stupid Nissan Juke 2 months later with 5k miles on it!! I believe you! I just hate used cars and sad that Dodge is following the eco-friendly EV vehicles coming up. But, you are right, probably better to get a used one with low mileage since it wont’t be my daily driver. Before we know it, all cars will be electric! Yay…..NOT!

  • @wunicosuave
    @wunicosuave 2 роки тому +3

    Just bought a 21 scat pack. I love my life.

  • @seanallen9044
    @seanallen9044 2 роки тому +8

    How does he spit this info for 20 - 25 minutes straight though 🔥

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for saying that! I love sharing my passion for cars.

  • @mustangandson1618
    @mustangandson1618 2 роки тому +3

    Mustang lover through and through (obviously 😀) but the Dodge Challenger (and Charger) .. have always been the next most desirable for me . . . totally different driving dynamic from Mustang but they are just pure muscle heritage 💪💪💪

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      So true! Competition is a very good thing!

  • @guypresler6747
    @guypresler6747 2 роки тому +8

    50 years from now a challenger scat pack with the original "yellow guards" is going to be worth all the money 🤣😅

  • @TheEnd-eg6wq
    @TheEnd-eg6wq 2 роки тому +1

    I have 2012 gt/cs, I have had zero issues with my manual transmission, 88kmiles now, everyone thats drove it thought it was very smooth.

  • @LS1007
    @LS1007 2 роки тому +4

    Mopar or no car! This would be the color I would pick with the red interior. Thanks for the ride Joe. One slip of the 👅@ 9:40, the Hellcat is a 6.2L. 🤫 Great review and nice job Lori!! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +2

      Dang Larry you are good!

    • @LS1007
      @LS1007 2 роки тому +2

      @@RaitisRides I don’t mean to nitpick. 🙏🏼

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +2

      @@LS1007 not a problem my friend. I actually appreciate it!

  • @newyorkcitystevenfan3871
    @newyorkcitystevenfan3871 2 роки тому +3

    Wow this dodge challenger is a beast!
    ON THROTTLE YEAH!!!!!!!

  • @draghrvacevic8481
    @draghrvacevic8481 2 роки тому +3

    I like all 3 American muscle but my favourite is Shelby GT500. Nice review like always 👍

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      Could you imagine having one of each!

  • @morrisf3957
    @morrisf3957 2 роки тому +2

    Best challenger to buy for the money.prefered the 6 speed pistol grip shifter it use to come with.that made it the ultimate experience.

    • @spencerward3606
      @spencerward3606 2 роки тому +1

      I like the newer style of these challengers but I liked the pistol grip shifter that the older ones had and it was a main reason I decided to get a 6 speed 2013 challenger SRT. I still enjoy driving it until this day.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      This is so very true Morris!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      That is really cool Spencer!

  • @LeadfootLou
    @LeadfootLou 2 роки тому +1

    Ever since Joe picked up a Camaro he switched from picking on the Camaro to picking on the Mustang. He used to abuse Camaros in the early Raiti’s Rides videos. With that said, the challenger is an excellent muscle car. The front of the car is on the ugly side. It’s like having a girlfriend with a great bod but an ug mug. I like the look of it’s cousin the Charger a lot more. Excellent video as always. The camera person is out of this world. 👍

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      Not true one bit. I love my Shelby & the Mustang GT. I’m just having a little fun.

    • @LeadfootLou
      @LeadfootLou 2 роки тому

      @@RaitisRides - No offense but I’ve been watching your muscle car videos since about the time you created your channel. You used to praise most Mustangs and zonk the heck out of most Camaros. The Camaro was the butt of most of your muscle car jokes. Now the tide has turned.

  • @adrianamarok1579
    @adrianamarok1579 2 роки тому +3

    Hey Joe, how are you today? Thanks for this awesome review of this muscle car!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Adrian! Thanks for being in the live Q&A last night.

  • @finnhuman1599
    @finnhuman1599 2 роки тому

    Everytime I do a pull in my Scat Pack, I remember why I love MOPAR so much!

  • @alpha7498
    @alpha7498 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you Lori for working it like a champ

  • @CSLFiero
    @CSLFiero 2 роки тому +3

    Can't believe dodge actually made a car that
    a) was good enough to goe produced for 15 years and
    B) still look good after all that time

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      Tell me about it! The Challenger and Chargers have been sales successes!

  • @rikwilkinson1451
    @rikwilkinson1451 2 роки тому +2

    Big Zonk to that deadpedal!! I absolutely love my 2017 premium plus package RT, but I cant stand that dead pedal! As always, great review my man!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      I agree with you Rik! Thanks for having my back!

  • @cliffgrando859
    @cliffgrando859 2 роки тому +1

    Omg! Joe, thay is absolutely amazing and beautiful machine....Dodge has came a looooooooooong way. I absolutely LOVE the car. Definitely the charger all the way, mustangs well thats a different story. Joe, I didn't hear a chirp on those tires my good man. GO DODGE! Ohhhhhh by the way, Lori nice job filming on this review 👏

  • @Raven-uu7lb
    @Raven-uu7lb 2 роки тому +5

    Even though it's a Scat Pack I still love the Challengers. Truly keeping the classic muscle car silhouette and bringing enough performance for every trim and model that is available.
    I heard that Dodge will stop making the traditional V8 muscle cars and go electric/hybrid is that true? If it's true, these V8s gonna go up in value not long from now!

    • @willkaufman8208
      @willkaufman8208 2 роки тому +1

      yep in 2023 they are making an electric muscle car and canceling the challenger and charger

    • @Raven-uu7lb
      @Raven-uu7lb 2 роки тому

      @@willkaufman8208 oof that's gonna hurt all of the V8 muscle car lovers ngl

    • @willkaufman8208
      @willkaufman8208 2 роки тому +1

      @@Raven-uu7lb fr it’s gunna be sad

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      The change is coming!

    • @Raven-uu7lb
      @Raven-uu7lb 2 роки тому

      @@willkaufman8208 exactly

  • @mikejames-drummerreginacan1386
    @mikejames-drummerreginacan1386 2 роки тому +1

    I love the American vehicles. Thanks for the great videos Joe and Lori....Merry Christmas.

  • @omarcortes5754
    @omarcortes5754 2 роки тому +4

    Triple Nickel. Loved it.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      Dodge has the best names for their colors.

  • @kitterkat007
    @kitterkat007 2 роки тому +3

    I just bought me a brand new Challenger and it looks exactly like this one.

  • @terencemoore2865
    @terencemoore2865 2 роки тому +1

    Have the exact model but went with that white knuckle, been enjoying every mile in it!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      So very cool Terence! Thanks for sharing that ownership input!

  • @kelldunn9146
    @kelldunn9146 2 роки тому +1

    “Let’s talk about what’s going on here” first greatest car review UA-cam channel . We need that quote on a shirt 👕

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      Lori & I are actually talking to a graphic designer.

  • @effyandersen2996
    @effyandersen2996 Рік тому +1

    I’m definitely considering buying one of these next year. I really wanna get one of these. This is a great review as always

  • @BMan100
    @BMan100 2 роки тому +2

    welp... glad I got mine when I did.. manual.. white knuckle, dynamic package which has the 6 pot brembos, ...oh yeah and "Brass Monkey" alloys.

  • @weirdshibainu
    @weirdshibainu 2 роки тому +4

    I wish they'd offer a Jailbreak version of this model with leather interior and the Jailbreak wheels option. It would be the perfect muscle car. I don't need 707 hp.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +2

      That would be such a great idea!

  • @josemanuelruiz2036
    @josemanuelruiz2036 2 роки тому

    No, I’m not the type of guy that compare sizes with friends but I love this car!!

  • @davidwolf226
    @davidwolf226 2 роки тому +5

    What a sweet rumble this ScatPak makes! The best attribute that this Challenger has over its rivals is that the reliability of it far exceeds either the Camaro or the Mustang according to JD Power, Consumer Reports, and Kelly Blue Book. I was in my senior year of high school when this baby was introduced, but most of us could ill afford the $3000 MSRP. 😉

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      That’s so cool David! Very good points about the CR rating.

    • @thullraven1
      @thullraven1 2 роки тому +3

      @@RaitisRides I subscribe to CR, and in addition every mechanic I know that works on all types of cars says that overall, the Mustang is the best built of the three. Not every year, but overall. I was in a side impact accident two years ago as well. I was fine, but the body shop people told me if I had been in the Camaro or Challenger that I would have been hospitalized. Five Star Crash Rating on the Mustang. They said Ford has better fortified doors on the Mustang.

    • @vulcanman64
      @vulcanman64 2 роки тому +1

      @@thullraven1 the reliability of the challenger far exceeds the mustang. Fact.

    • @thullraven1
      @thullraven1 2 роки тому +3

      @@vulcanman64 Not according to CR, Edmunds, every mechanic I know, and Scotty Kilmer. I'll take their facts over your "facts'" any day. I'm not going to argue with you. Your opinion means nothing to me. Challengers aren't even built in the US anymore. Mustangs are still being built in Flat Rock, MI. Whatever makes you happy. I love Mustangs. I love Challengers, too. The Challenger is just a tad bigger than I want as a daily driver or I might have gotten it instead of my Mustang. Moving on. Have a Merry Christmas.

    • @jizzyjake6783
      @jizzyjake6783 2 роки тому +1

      @@thullraven1 Ford has always skimped out on the Mustang but they have gotten a little better and who the fuck is Scotty Kilmer?

  • @DWH300
    @DWH300 2 роки тому +2

    I feel the Challenger is more of a muscle car for its straight line performance. On the other hand. The Mustang has become a sports car for it straight line performance and track prowess. If you watch IMSA GT4 racing or Trans Am sports car racing. You find Mustangs because of it's improved chassis to go with it straight line performance.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      I just can’t call a Mustang a sports car.

  • @jasondavid9981
    @jasondavid9981 2 роки тому +7

    I always like the Challenger, but I’m a Ford guy, so I’d go with a Mach 1, if I were looking for a comprisable car with the aforementioned Challenger. If I got what I really wanted, it would be a Ford Shelby GT500 Hennessy Venom 1000.

  • @semiauto3148
    @semiauto3148 2 роки тому +3

    Man. That car looks good. Love that engine

  • @bryanme5771
    @bryanme5771 2 роки тому

    I ordered my Challenger R/T Scat Pack shaker (Go Mango) with the dynamics package. It gives you the widest tire package available on the narrow body. 275's all around!...

  • @DKLabs99
    @DKLabs99 2 роки тому +3

    Zonk for not removing the yellow shipping protectors yourself Joe! I’m kidding of course, love your channel!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      You’re freaking hilarious David.

  • @mmante78
    @mmante78 Рік тому +1

    Thank you Laurie! Just traded my 2022 Camry TRD for a Dodge Challenger RT Scat Pack. 👍🏽

  • @GLHS592
    @GLHS592 2 роки тому +7

    I love the Mustang, but the Challenger has a classic look I love. The Challenger is more useful with a larger trunk and rear seat. Don't forget the Challenger also has a Tremec TR-6060. If I were to go Mustang, I'd have to step up to the Mach 1. It comes with the Tremec and looks really good.

    • @jedknutson8373
      @jedknutson8373 2 роки тому +3

      yeah, that tremec is so good...but that Chinese junk manual not so much....

    • @thullraven1
      @thullraven1 2 роки тому +1

      I agree with you, but I have aftermarket Clutch equipment to offset the crappy Manual.

    • @TheEnd-eg6wq
      @TheEnd-eg6wq 2 роки тому +1

      @@jedknutson8373 I've had zero issues with my 12 GT manual, 88k miles.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      You touched on all of the good points1

    • @GLHS592
      @GLHS592 2 роки тому +2

      The MT-82 probably does ok at stock power levels, but it is known to be problematic when people beat on their cars. For what you pay for a Mustang GT, it should have a Tremec TR-6060 just like the Camaro and Challenger. I actually considered buying a Mustang GT when I bought my Challenger. The lack of a TR-6060 was the deal breaker.

  • @gmanhere.173
    @gmanhere.173 2 роки тому +2

    Just get it with the dynamics package. 275s, bigger brakes, etc...You even get the flat bottom steering wheel.

  • @MetoFulcurm
    @MetoFulcurm 2 роки тому

    Without the sunroof, this car has saloon levels of rear headroom, looks and sounds mean and old school. My dream car because I want to carry my family in it. Go Mango, Sublime Green and Redline Red are awesome, to bad not all of them are always available, Plum Crazy and Indigo Blue are also great. Have to get the manual one.

  • @albertbass3230
    @albertbass3230 2 роки тому +2

    I have the 2018 TA 392. It comes with the 6 piston Brembo.

  • @craig71686
    @craig71686 2 роки тому

    I had a 2018 B5 Blue Scat Pack with the automatic but now have a 2021 Pitch Black T/A 392. The manual may be a little slower but the feel is so much better with the manual. Plus the 3.90 gears in the back makes it pull harder off the line than the 3.09 ones you get with the automatic. The T/A package also comes with 275 width tires compared to the 245s on the standard Scat Pack which makes a big difference as well. They should have never decided to put 245s on any Scat Pack. As for Mustangs and Camaros, they stopped being muscle cars years ago now. They are more like sports cars now. The Challenger is the last true muscle car in my opinion.

  • @hawkeyes4768
    @hawkeyes4768 2 роки тому +6

    to answer ur question:
    no one is buying ford engines to swap in their cars 🤡🤡
    everyone is buying hellcat and ls swaps

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      That is one way to look at it!

  • @johnjuarez8005
    @johnjuarez8005 2 роки тому

    Joe, out here in CA a lot of ppl leave the yellow shipping guards on. I agree with you, it takes away from the car.

  • @sizzahandz1
    @sizzahandz1 2 роки тому +1

    More into the all round performance of the Stang...I think the Challenger looks good but not into ocean liners. I do love that it's manual.

  • @chabbysrides
    @chabbysrides 2 роки тому +2

    All I want for Christmas is a hemi! 😁 Great job Joe!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      I like the way you think Michael!

  • @freedomstar3814
    @freedomstar3814 2 роки тому

    The Challenger and Charger sound the best out of all the big 3 v'8s. The stock 6.4 produces such a great natural old school sound from the factory!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      I think you may be right! No replacement for displacement!

  • @yes8032
    @yes8032 2 роки тому +2

    I totally find this car badass the most iconic muscle

  • @daisychain2428
    @daisychain2428 2 роки тому +1

    At 3:07 you can see it! That "Cry like a school girl with emotional hysteria" over splitter guards! That's all the reason you need to leave them on!

  • @williamreynolds3487
    @williamreynolds3487 2 роки тому

    I've been binge watching these Challenger videos and I noticed that, over time, Joe's become more accepting of people who decide to keep the shipping guards on their cars lol

  • @Theonestrongbusleader
    @Theonestrongbusleader 2 роки тому +2

    Wow!!!!! I'm So Totally In Love With This Car, Also I Will Get This Car After I Done The Driver's Test While I Still Can, Even It's My Dream Car For Sure, Thanks Joe For Reviewing This Best Car From Dodge.

  • @clintwoods2937
    @clintwoods2937 2 роки тому +1

    Owned several they are truly awesome cars and very fun to drive. Great review

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      I appreciate you sharing that great ownership input!

  • @richardburns9772
    @richardburns9772 2 роки тому +3

    Great review, Brother!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      Thanks Richard! You’re the man!

  • @luiselapostolfeliz2421
    @luiselapostolfeliz2421 2 роки тому +4

    Love this Dandy of a Dodge Challenger and I think Dodge did a dandy of a job but the V8 gas engine doesn't last forever.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +2

      This is very true Luis!

    • @luiselapostolfeliz2421
      @luiselapostolfeliz2421 2 роки тому +1

      Oh yes Joe, I loved the video and how you pointed out that Gas guzzling vehicles won't last forever but, it's a dandy.

  • @michaeldennis3028
    @michaeldennis3028 2 роки тому +1

    That sound!! Oh my! Wish it had a quad exhaust though

  • @MDSkai
    @MDSkai 2 роки тому +3

    No...it’s not, don’t play with me. 5.0 is #1
    Edit: nvm, I didn’t read “muscle” car. I stand corrected

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      Everyone has their favorites!

  • @paulbare6371
    @paulbare6371 2 роки тому +1

    Finally another manual im watching ty joe

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      Thanks Paul! They are so hard to find!

  • @lochoangpham
    @lochoangpham 2 роки тому +1

    I wonder if there will be a day when all we can do to hear that V8 sound again is to go rewatch a Raiti's Rides video.

  • @tomdrummy4984
    @tomdrummy4984 2 роки тому +2

    Love your laugh when you are on throttle !! 🤣😂
    700k subs by end of year? 👍

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      Thanks Tom! I think we can do it! Fingers crossed!

  • @johnfullmer7659
    @johnfullmer7659 2 роки тому +2

    Mmmmmm hell yeah buddy that is awesome all the way around!!!! Sound feel smell!!!!! You can't replace it with an Ev specially if it doesn't stop!!

  • @dominickirkwood
    @dominickirkwood 2 роки тому +1

    I love it my boy Joe keep up the work and I love the video lot real true 💯 👍 💯💯💯💯

  • @Irishmanbikes
    @Irishmanbikes 2 роки тому +2

    Merry Christmas Joe and Lori!! Do you think you will be able to review the 2022 Lexus ES 300h with heads up display in the new year?

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      I will do my best to make it happen Dan! Merry Christmas bud!

  • @richki.24
    @richki.24 2 роки тому +1

    Nice ride Joe .... love those wheels .....

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Rich! It goes well with the color of the car

  • @alphaares6027
    @alphaares6027 2 роки тому +1

    Ahh the good old Dodge Challenger Now that is a real mopar car there. Raiti hope you have a wonderful day and keep up the great work!!!;)

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      Sane to you man! I am right there with you!

  • @2Bunphettered788
    @2Bunphettered788 2 роки тому +1

    Keep the yellow guards Joe. 👌💛

  • @DannyTheCarGuy
    @DannyTheCarGuy Рік тому

    Those throttle giggles get me all the time 😂

  • @69bjgmopar
    @69bjgmopar 2 роки тому +1

    Got a 22 triple nickle scat with the 275 tires ordered.love the video.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      That is so fantastic Bobby! Congrats man!

  • @rockford8915
    @rockford8915 2 роки тому +2

    Raiti, If you had the choice of putting this car or a new 6.2L Camaro SS with the six speed Tremec in your garage, which would you take, and why?

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому

      I think I’m going Scat Pack. I love the way it makes you feel from behind the wheel.

    • @Changed2024
      @Changed2024 2 роки тому

      @Freddy Eriksson experienced both and deft going with Camaro