Still loving my 2019 RT man. No problem at all and still rides good. I’m upgrading to a Scat eventually but it’s no rush. Doing it when my finances is together and credit is higher. If you got a RT you still winning 🤙🏽
RT was my first muscle car. Then I went Camaro 2SS and now I just took delivery of my Trackhawk. It’s levels to this and I try to tell people the best way is to build up to different price ranges with cars without getting screwed on interest.
@@stonedotdrives …I’m not calling your calling your car cheap dude, I’m talking about it’s cheaply made interior wise. By the way I have never been a fan of dodge because of the interior. Enjoy your whip and believe me I’m not the least bit mad atcha.
I would buy an RT and modify it. You can get up to 600hp or a bit more from mods. I know someone who has an RT pushing 505hp with about 2k mods and it sounds SICK🔥🔥🔥
@@5.7TKO The guy told me that he added a cold air intake, changed the spark plugs, had it professionally dyno’d and tuned, replaced the exhaust, got new headers, coil packs and some other stuff. I can’t remember everything, but that car is SICK! It’s louder than a scat and faster.
My 21 R/T has been pure fun since day 1. I put a lot of time, money and mods in my ride. R/Ts have a lot of potential and if you build them up right, you'll have a decent monster on your hands.
That changed the game for me. I didn’t know that the rear diffuser could be replaced. They charge more for circle tips at the dealer. I will get me a regular RT and change the exhaust setup🔥🔥🔥
That's mostly based on the type of tires that you have. Drag radials for example are not meant for wet surfaces. One must also learn that to ease into the throttle when driving in adverse weather. You can't just mash the gas. I personally don't like driving my Chally in the rain, cuz it has so much torque that it gets sideways way too easily.
You had the wrong tires my boy. I have continental extremecontact dws06 plus. I live In jersey and I daily this car. Before these tires I wouldn't go over 55 in the rain. Now.....I'm doing around 75 + in the rain comfortably.
Appreciate the unfiltered straight up comparison. after driving Scat Pack and R/T, I'm def leaning to the R/T for my first Hemi. Biggest reasons are cost of gas, price point. to me both models seem the same except for the engine and few other details. I do wish the R/T had a better interior. but I'm willing to go w/ no sunroof and no leather for that big ole Hemi.
RT’s & Scatpacks are great for cruising or getting on that pedal while maintaining control.. My 07’ Chrysler 300 srt8 was very comfortable… I could whip that joint like nothing.. But the Hellcat…. Is just different… Everyone thinks they’re overrated or not worth having until you own one yourself.. it’s a different league.. traction is always gonna be a problem until you get familiar with the do’s & don’t’s of Hellcats..
Agree but I can't speak on having a hellcat because I never had one. I think everyone would jump right to a hellcat if they could afford it. I don't think they are overrated at all
@@HemiMuscle I'd rather a fully loaded wb scat personally. I love ACC and hellcats don't come with that. At the end of the day I never even took my scat up to 170+. The hellcat power is unnecessary.
Well put 👏 I have owned a 2006 V6 Then to a 2011 challenger v6 then 2011 RT charger, then 2013 RT now i own a 2012 SRT superbee. Do what you can afford and wait. Your time will come to upgrade if you work towards it. Comparing RT and SRT is nearly the same car just different HP. Your advice is on point no joke. People follow social media and want to impress strangers on showing they have a srt etc but can't even afford to fuel it
Never owned an R/T went straight to a scatpack wouldn't be able to know the difference between both, but I'm definitely enjoying the scat lots of power fun to drive , great videos brother 👍👍
I was at the dealership in 2019 i was about to get a scat. before i sign the papers i called the insurance and asked how much. It was more than double compared to the RT. So i ended up getting the RT. No regrets. Plus, it takes regular gas. Scat takes premium. Fast forward to 2022 i traded it to a toyota Rav4 hybrid because my wife was pregnant. I needed something more fuel efficient and practical. But yeah,, an RT will be the best pick for most people. Its still a hemi. And it sounds amazing
I don't think that the burnouts & donuts were the cause of the carrier bearing failure in your R/T. It's just the design of it. Seen the same thing happen on Hellcats. As for the rear diff, it's only the Chargers that have that seam to have that open diff. The Challengers have an LSD, & the manual trans cars have even higher gears (3.90).
I’d only buy the 6.4 over the 5.7 if they’re at a similar price point, other than that 5.7 is a great engine, a little underpowered, but you can wake her up
@@durrellthomas4806 the interiors are… I hate them big steering wheels and I like Apple CarPlay. I like the way the 2011-2014 chargers srt8s look but I’d rather have the updated uconnect
Great advice. I'm looking at buying a Charger R/T or Challenger R/T. What I've done recently; I rented a 2022 Dodge Charger R/T Hemi with the Blacktop package. Great idea for anyone to do a rental. This really gives you a good feel for the car and greatly gives you a good idea on how the experience is over a period of time. Definetely helps with the decision making process when it comes time to buy. I rented the Charger R/T from AVIS. I picked up the rental at Ft. Lauderdale International Airport. The reason for this is that you have the opportunity to choose from vast number of cars in the fleet. AVIS had a few Charger R/T's in the fleet. No Scat Pack Chargers. However I've driven those before. To say I enjoyed the 2022 Charger R/T is an understatement. I kept the Charger for 5 days. I was surprisingly pleased. The Charger was comfortable, had good handling and the 5.7 Hemi had plenty of power for me. Love the exhaust sound. I've the driven the 392 Hemi cars, but the price jump is incredible to go from a regular R/T to a Scatpack. For me , I don't need that extra muscle. I was very surprised at the gas mileage I got on my Charger R/T rental. At 80 mph I was getting 28 miles per gallon. The engine was only doing 1700 or 1800 rpm at that speed. This is because the computer kicks into a cylinder deactivation mode. Gas mileage around town was very good. In comparison; I got 30 miles per gallon on a 2022 Chrysler 300 with v-6 engine that I rented about 3 weeks ago. For a v-8 car that gets gas mileage very close to a v-6 powered car is incredible. Overall, very pleased with the Dodge Charger R/T.
I guess you're the expert , right? Was only giving an observation comparing gas mileage of the Hemi vs the v-6. Oh. and don't worry, I did get on it a few times.@@TheBossGi
Well said champ. People be out here trippen. My Hemi is good for me personally. Rarely and Barely do I even have a chance to open it up to let that 370 breath. That 585 will need to breath even more lol. So good content continues champ. Keep doing your thing. And to the youngins out here getting these powerful cars half of you'll aren't even able to control these cars while driving them. Like Hemi said be smarter. Money is money and we all like having it in our pockets lol.
I drove a lot of R/Ts. Used to be crazy bout the hellcats, den it went to scatpacks. I still love both of em, but now Im stuck between which one I really wanna get later dis year. The R/Ts is a ideal daily driver, plenty of power to push em on the street, or highway! And I love the sounds! If you straight pipe em too, GAHHLEEE!! Pull up on yo folks at night they wont even kno if its a Scat 🤣🤣 Tryna get me a Challenger doe, but I definitely would take a Charger! Good video dawg! 💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿 #moparornocar
You speaking facts bro to these guys trying to jump into a hellcat. Also, they have to be able to afford the car note, insurance, maintenance and gas. I pay $300 a month on insurance on mine.
Say I found a used 2019 scat pack well taken care of with 47k odo for $33,800, and a 2022 charger rt with 9k odo for $34,000 . Which would you suggest I get ?
Got a 2023 scat pack two weeks ago talked them dwn to 56k msrp was 64k an they had a 8k markup u have to learn how to talk to ppl especially when they realize your a serious buyer paying 877 a month an the dealership had a package with free oil changes tire an rim replacement and everything is insured as in the computer system for a extra 100 dollars so my car note went from 777to 877 no down payment traded in my first charger 2013 sxt plus with 138k miles an they gave me 6k for it
I purchased the 2023 RT last call blacktop and it actually has the SRT performance package stock. It has all the launch control it has the built-in stall all of that, it also has the SRT suspension... I paid a little over 60k for the car. It is completely 100% loaded down suede interior, the blacked out 345 badges and even the front spoiler guards that are yellow that comes just like on the hellcats when you purchase them, they're supposed to be removed people leave them on, including myself they make the vehicle look better more aggressive. All of that being said the car is actually very powerful and it sounds absolutely amazing, I'm not 100% sure if the SRT performance package changes the shifting that could be wise it feels a bit peppier than other RT models. What I wanted to say is I am actually a repossession agent in Louisville Kentucky and I repossessed tons of hellcats because people buy them and they don't realize just how expensive these vehicles are I can tell you this I am 45 years old me and my wife both we haven't had speeding tickets in probably 20 years we have one accident that at one of our kids had on our policy and it is $1,100 a month full coverage on an RT. And luckily we had the money to pay for the car outright, however if we did not we would have been looking at about 11% interest and that's with great credit. The interest rates right now are insane. My thought process was the Hellcat charger MSRP of 79000 you're not going to touch one of those cars new for less than $95 to $100,000 so that's $30,000 markup. I can take my RT model do a stage 3 scat kit from Dodge and then add a procharger kit and absolutely annihilate hellcats. Don't get me wrong these are expensive upgrades and I probably will not be doing the ProCharger it would cost me less than 20 grand and like I said it would annihilate the Hellcat at that point so for less than $80,000 I can make my RT s*** all over a Hellcat I just can't see it worth spending the extra money I mean $30,000 just because it has 86.2 L supercharged and then another $30,000 just for markup because they can.....once again our full coverage insurance is $1,100 a month for a 45-year-old man and woman who haven't had speeding tickets in over a decade..... thanks but no thanks I'm perfectly happy with my RT she's a sexy machine.
My Challenger RT drive shaft went out after 5 years, I never abused the car. Plastic boot around the center bearing cracked, it never should've been a two-piece drive shaft. I think someone makes a one-piece conversion. Road salt may speed up the failure. Good luck but it seems this every 5 year $1400 repair will be ongoing for long term owners.
Im 42 and got a f8 green GT 2023 with plus and tech pack. 300 horses is enough for mw, the car aint slow. And dont want to be at the gas station frequently with the v8
There's no point to buy specific cars that being discontinued... Parts will be no more produced at certain point... why the hell buy hellcat or demon 170 with crazy markup????
No diss to the Dodge guys. Hell I own one myself, but I also own a 06 Mustang GT. The biggest difference I notice between the two communities is that Dodge guys don’t put much $$$ under the hood. Nothing is wrong with that at all, but I think it does cause a hierarchy within the Dodge community. Demon owners vs Hellcat owners vs Scat vs RT, etc. You could have a 500+ horsepower RT and you will still have Dodge owners saying “yeah but it’s still an RT 😂”. Mustangs are known for being modded out the ass especially S197’s supercharged, coyote swaps, etc. I think this is why the community is much more “united” I don’t care what body style, or “look” you decided to go for. If you own a 67 Mustang Fastback that’s making 600+ horsepower the community is gonna give you the respect you deserve.
Just traded my wifes 4Runner in for a '23 Charger RT. The 4Runner was more expensive. We love it. Runs on 89 not 93. Achieves 19mpg around our small TX town and easily 25+ on the hwy. Seats all 4 of us and is fun too. The RT is all about practicality. For all those reasons is why we got it over the scat. It reminds me of my younger days. A big, HEAVY, rear wheel drive car with a v8. Not common any more at all
@@NERDLYFE-es9ef '22. Grew in to disliking many things about it. Pay that much for a vehicle and you better LIKE it, right? Unfortunately some times it takes time to find the things you dont like
@@richvangorder3900 that's a very good way of putting it. I ask because I definitely want a charger and will buy it but living in the mountains in the north east I also need more ground clearance and I was looking at the 4runner as a second vehicle. Thanks for your input.
@@NERDLYFE-es9ef i lived in CNY(adirondacks) 28 yrs. Now in TX. I understand. Just keep in, mind and i wont go in to a long winded post, japanese old school(which certainly is the 4Runner) is an acquired taste. I grew to dislike the seating position in relation to where my limbs fell on the door jam(its seated very LOW) and the seats dont provide much thigh support. I attribute this to the average japanese vs average american. We are much bigger ppl and the 4Runner is made in Japan. The tech is soooo far behind to the American counterparts its astounding. Its over priced for what it is. Amd my 4th major dislike was the fuel use. I dont mind bad fuel economy AS LONG as performance matches. The 4Runner is NOT a performance machine. It has no roll on power. It needs to down shift for everything. Its like driving an appliance. Sterile and boring. Fuel economy hovers 14-16. Regardless of hwy or city. You dont really notice it till you drive a late model American truck. For example my 23 Ram loaded Laramie weighs 2000 lbs MORE than the 4Runner and makes about 400hp and 400 lb ft. SIGNIFICANTLY MORE WEIGHT AND POWER and i avg lifetime so far 21mpg. Has absurd roll on power and is just so much better in nearly every way. Thats the difference. But the 4Runner will be great in the snow. Do yourself a favor and test drive a couple times and see how you feel about it. I think for us at least it took about a year and a half and we wanted out of it.
@@richvangorder3900 wow, thank you for that reply. That's some of the best feedback I have received on the 4runner. I'm also excited to hear about your ram because the 2022 1500 rebel V8 is also a major consideration for me!
the dream is a hellcat for me but i just bought a RT and im loving it its got some miles onm it but it was garage kept and the guywas older even the tires still have tread on em
I've had four Chargers the 06 charger who came out then a 2014 RT Max I like them both but nothing compared to when they brought the Scat Pack out in 2015. Instant Power like that only my race cars. Another 2020 3 years now can't beat the bang-for-the-buck. Nothing wrong with RT Hemi what is really just a cruising vehicle unless you beef up that 5.7
I just turned 21 I have a 2019 R/T and I been living on my own house since I was 18 also I’m swapping a 392 into my Rt , ion care what nobody saying because they can have them hellcats but they still living with they Moma 😹 so I’m good
Great sound advice. Your content is always helpful and informative. I’ve had 2 R/T Challengers in the past. They have been more than enough power for me, but what I really loved was the exhaust note. Now I live where it snows half the year, so an AWD GT makes more sense. I lose the great exhaust note, but at least I can drive and enjoy the car year round 🤷🏻♂️.
Whether you get an R/T, Scat, or Hellcat Charger, they're all good. There's no long videos or explanations required. Here it is. If you can afford whatever and want more horse power, just get it. Obviously, the Hellcat would be the ideal car to get, but not everyone can afford it. Just stick to what you can afford and go for it.
I have a scat Charger and a r/t Durango and I forget how quick my Durango is compared to a lot of cars on the road, I just need to get my scat seat in there cause on high speed turns, it feels like I’m sliding all over the place….🤦🏽♂️
Man until I stop driving semi trucks I can’t be near a damn sports car or muscle car; can’t afford no tickets and mess up my money. I was getting tickets in my v6 maro back in the day hell 🤣🤣 but in about 3 years when I’m done driving best believe ima be in a scat Zl1 or a Shelby . Until then good old Honda and my lifted Sierra lol
I have RT now the only thing I hate on the car is standard brakes are not good enough to stop this heavy car and you really can’t drive aggressive I’m going to purchase Ah brembos but they’re very expensive
I had a 2010 sxt so a 2022 rt would be a major upgrade for me. Also its the only rt with the harman kardon and that's what i really want. And its in Octane Red too so i can pretend its a red dragon 😂
LoL, I have a hellcat and I'm always looking to get more power not less. Anyone who says you can't use all that hellcat power on the streets don't have a hellcat.
@jimwashington860 what? I'm lying about having a hellcat? It was just featured on hemi muscle a week or so ago. The brand new smoke show hellcat. Or you can check my channel and see all my bad ass cars, lol.
@travisdurham29 lol, wth are you talking about? So, if I floor it and I got up to 160mph I didn't use the horsepower my vehicle has? I didn't use the whole 615whp?
I just bought an RT I’m super excited. I’m just waiting for the dealership to get my plate so I can whip that bad lary if you get the black top package like I did, you’ll save a ton of money and still look very very nice. I got a 2016 with 60 K on the dash plum purple.
Hay if anyone has a hell cat I'll make you look bad at the track I need building old hot rods for years I have a 2007 dodge charger rt 5.7 I put some goodies like big valves and cam and a tune long tube headers didn't spind much money at all over 1.000hp to the wheel's I laughed so hard at anybody I raced
Hey Mr Hemi. Who was it that said they had 10 demon 170's allocated? I couldn't hear that guy on your video. I wanna buy one right now for a reasonable price.
Im thinking of getting an RT but i always hear my family saying american cars breakdown quick is that just a stereotype? Or people just not taking care of their stuff
I agree i made a similar video on why a rt durango is better than a 392 or hellcat for daily use etc. everyone check it out if you'd like keep being great
@@jermaineogarro2124 waze and my uniden r7 help keep them away. I've had my scat since Oct 2022 and no tickets. I got it with 16k miles and I now have 96k miles. I drive the hell out of it.
I’m looking at a 2013 R/T. 5.7. It has 175k on it. Any advice before I go get it? I have a Jeep right now. But I want a AWD Charger. BADLY it’s very clean looking. I don’t think anyone raced it but not sure. Thanks.
Just wondering did you get rid of your scat? I was reading some of the comments of people and there opinions are just nonsense. I have a business page and never respond to them downing things. They are just jealous. Like your stuff man
This man has to be the most sensible man on youtube doing these videos
Still loving my 2019 RT man. No problem at all and still rides good. I’m upgrading to a Scat eventually but it’s no rush. Doing it when my finances is together and credit is higher. If you got a RT you still winning 🤙🏽
You do know that they are not making the no more?
@@hondaaccord2425 it’ll be used ones still around to buy I’m sure.
@@Darealistbruh5 That's right. I'm am going to do the same. We have no choice but to buy used at this point!
Just got a rt thus past month and loving it and looking forward to all the modding
@@hondaaccord2425 Sad Times for the hemis man 😞
RT was my first muscle car. Then I went Camaro 2SS and now I just took delivery of my Trackhawk. It’s levels to this and I try to tell people the best way is to build up to different price ranges with cars without getting screwed on interest.
Pay your bills on TIME. Basically. Ha!
@@exavion3364 haha yessir I pay every 2 weeks on my car notes plus extra
Lol, bruh you own a dodge/Chrysler/Jeep😂😂😂. Very cheap made cars with big engines.
@@iaintthereyet914 haha it’s ok bro. I know you wanted one.
@@stonedotdrives …I’m not calling your calling your car cheap dude, I’m talking about it’s cheaply made interior wise. By the way I have never been a fan of dodge because of the interior. Enjoy your whip and believe me I’m not the least bit mad atcha.
That's why I'm enjoying my RT Challenger. I didn't buy it for bragging rights. I still have the power when I need to get on it
Big facts my time coming !!
@@kayymello9500Did you get one yet? I really hope so! FUN.
@@EmEs1018 almost there!!!!!
I just got one 3 weeks again same bro!
I got mine Friday may 31st !!! LOVING HER AFTER SOOOO MANY MONTHS
I am 35 years old and I am in a RT ❤
Get a scat
@@captainamericaandcaptainma3337 I'd rather get the SRT8 Jeep
@@captainamericaandcaptainma3337how much did you pay for your scat ?
@@kevinthomas6924this guy is a clown. You sound like a kid. 😂
Instead of trolling the channel, why don’t you post your “hellcat”
I live in a gated community, and I still upgraded my alarm system on my Scatpack! And I keep it in my garage!
I drive a 2018 Dodge Charger SXT and freaking love it! All I do is drive to work and back 😎🤙
I would buy an RT and modify it. You can get up to 600hp or a bit more from mods. I know someone who has an RT pushing 505hp with about 2k mods and it sounds SICK🔥🔥🔥
Also, the only reason it was 2k in mods is because he did some extra modifications to his liking. It sounds SICK and even louder than a scat.
What would be some good cheap performance mods i could do for around 2-4k I just want it to be as fast as a scat
@@5.7TKO The guy told me that he added a cold air intake, changed the spark plugs, had it professionally dyno’d and tuned, replaced the exhaust, got new headers, coil packs and some other stuff. I can’t remember everything, but that car is SICK! It’s louder than a scat and faster.
@@5.7TKO you can look videos here guys break it down on exactly what you need
My 21 R/T has been pure fun since day 1. I put a lot of time, money and mods in my ride. R/Ts have a lot of potential and if you build them up right, you'll have a decent monster on your hands.
That changed the game for me. I didn’t know that the rear diffuser could be replaced. They charge more for circle tips at the dealer. I will get me a regular RT and change the exhaust setup🔥🔥🔥
Had the scat loved it but traction terrible on wet roads. Actually traded for RT and loved it. Great video as always, you are the best.
what did you have to pay after the trade?
I don't drive my wb scat in the rain. As a matter of fact, she's only driven on sat.
That's mostly based on the type of tires that you have. Drag radials for example are not meant for wet surfaces. One must also learn that to ease into the throttle when driving in adverse weather. You can't just mash the gas. I personally don't like driving my Chally in the rain, cuz it has so much torque that it gets sideways way too easily.
@@DJGRoc fact!!
You had the wrong tires my boy. I have continental extremecontact dws06 plus. I live In jersey and I daily this car. Before these tires I wouldn't go over 55 in the rain. Now.....I'm doing around 75 + in the rain comfortably.
I'll take a RT any day. I don't need 600 or 800 horses on a daily basis. I don't need to go 0-140 in 8 or 9 seconds all the time
I just got a 2022 RT and it's plenty and I love it
You should've got a scat
@@captainamericaandcaptainma3337 I'm good on a scat. I drive out of town a lot and a scat would just be another bill on gas lol
Appreciate the unfiltered straight up comparison. after driving Scat Pack and R/T, I'm def leaning to the R/T for my first Hemi. Biggest reasons are cost of gas, price point. to me both models seem the same except for the engine and few other details. I do wish the R/T had a better interior. but I'm willing to go w/ no sunroof and no leather for that big ole Hemi.
2011 R/T over to 2021 Widebody Scat Pack! I know the experience and I loved it!
2014 r/t upgraded to 20 392 charger day and night . I love it 🤷🏾♂️
RT’s & Scatpacks are great for cruising or getting on that pedal while maintaining control.. My 07’ Chrysler 300 srt8 was very comfortable… I could whip that joint like nothing..
But the Hellcat…. Is just different… Everyone thinks they’re overrated or not worth having until you own one yourself.. it’s a different league.. traction is always gonna be a problem until you get familiar with the do’s & don’t’s of Hellcats..
Agree but I can't speak on having a hellcat because I never had one. I think everyone would jump right to a hellcat if they could afford it. I don't think they are overrated at all
@@HemiMuscle I'd rather a fully loaded wb scat personally. I love ACC and hellcats don't come with that. At the end of the day I never even took my scat up to 170+. The hellcat power is unnecessary.
@@infamousy2g1 Power definitely isn’t unnecessary.
@@kid5042 it was for me. I'm good without it.
Well put 👏
I have owned a 2006 V6
Then to a 2011 challenger v6 then 2011 RT charger, then 2013 RT now i own a 2012 SRT superbee.
Do what you can afford and wait. Your time will come to upgrade if you work towards it. Comparing RT and SRT is nearly the same car just different HP.
Your advice is on point no joke. People follow social media and want to impress strangers on showing they have a srt etc but can't even afford to fuel it
Big mf facts I’m tryna be like u my time coming & oh boy I can not wait 😂
That rt isn't better than 2017+ rts.
Never owned an R/T went straight to a scatpack wouldn't be able to know the difference between both, but I'm definitely enjoying the scat lots of power fun to drive , great videos brother 👍👍
I just brought the 23 rt same color b5 blue i love it already
I was at the dealership in 2019 i was about to get a scat. before i sign the papers i called the insurance and asked how much. It was more than double compared to the RT. So i ended up getting the RT. No regrets. Plus, it takes regular gas. Scat takes premium.
Fast forward to 2022 i traded it to a toyota Rav4 hybrid because my wife was pregnant. I needed something more fuel efficient and practical.
But yeah,, an RT will be the best pick for most people. Its still a hemi. And it sounds amazing
Great video, I like how you broke it down basic so everyone could understand. Totally agree the RT has plenty of power and gets the job done.
I don't think that the burnouts & donuts were the cause of the carrier bearing failure in your R/T. It's just the design of it. Seen the same thing happen on Hellcats. As for the rear diff, it's only the Chargers that have that seam to have that open diff. The Challengers have an LSD, & the manual trans cars have even higher gears (3.90).
I’d only buy the 6.4 over the 5.7 if they’re at a similar price point, other than that 5.7 is a great engine, a little underpowered, but you can wake her up
And the 2019 and up rts have the srt bumpers
@@Hiddentrax I don’t care about racing, and I damn sure don’t care about your opinion
@@Hiddentrax ok...
Them 6.1 2006-2010 srt’s aren’t bad either 🤷🏾♂️
@@durrellthomas4806 the interiors are… I hate them big steering wheels and I like Apple CarPlay. I like the way the 2011-2014 chargers srt8s look but I’d rather have the updated uconnect
Great advice. I'm looking at buying a Charger R/T or Challenger R/T. What I've done recently; I rented a 2022 Dodge Charger R/T Hemi with the Blacktop package. Great idea for anyone to do a rental. This really gives you a good feel for the car and greatly gives you a good idea on how the experience is over a period of time. Definetely helps with the decision making process when it comes time to buy. I rented the Charger R/T from AVIS. I picked up the rental at Ft. Lauderdale International Airport. The reason for this is that you have the opportunity to choose from vast number of cars in the fleet. AVIS had a few Charger R/T's in the fleet. No Scat Pack Chargers. However I've driven those before. To say I enjoyed the 2022 Charger R/T is an understatement. I kept the Charger for 5 days. I was surprisingly pleased. The Charger was comfortable, had good handling and the 5.7 Hemi had plenty of power for me. Love the exhaust sound. I've the driven the 392 Hemi cars, but the price jump is incredible to go from a regular R/T to a Scatpack. For me , I don't need that extra muscle. I was very surprised at the gas mileage I got on my Charger R/T rental. At 80 mph I was getting 28 miles per gallon. The engine was only doing 1700 or 1800 rpm at that speed. This is because the computer kicks into a cylinder deactivation mode. Gas mileage around town was very good. In comparison; I got 30 miles per gallon on a 2022 Chrysler 300 with v-6 engine that I rented about 3 weeks ago. For a v-8 car that gets gas mileage very close to a v-6 powered car is incredible. Overall, very pleased with the Dodge Charger R/T.
I got like 11.2 mpg on my rt😂 you probably didn’t drive it how you should’ve, considering it wasn’t your car 🤣
I guess you're the expert , right? Was only giving an observation comparing gas mileage of the Hemi vs the v-6. Oh. and don't worry, I did get on it a few times.@@TheBossGi
2019 is when they changed all r/t’s to the scat body style.
Get what you can afford an enjoy it .💰💰💰
Well said champ. People be out here trippen. My Hemi is good for me personally. Rarely and Barely do I even have a chance to open it up to let that 370 breath. That 585 will need to breath even more lol. So good content continues champ. Keep doing your thing. And to the youngins out here getting these powerful cars half of you'll aren't even able to control these cars while driving them. Like Hemi said be smarter. Money is money and we all like having it in our pockets lol.
Right on brother very well Spoken, Still loved your RT
Thanks appreciate the support yeah she was nice glad I have old videos to watch 💪🏾💯
I drove a lot of R/Ts. Used to be crazy bout the hellcats, den it went to scatpacks. I still love both of em, but now Im stuck between which one I really wanna get later dis year. The R/Ts is a ideal daily driver, plenty of power to push em on the street, or highway! And I love the sounds! If you straight pipe em too, GAHHLEEE!! Pull up on yo folks at night they wont even kno if its a Scat 🤣🤣 Tryna get me a Challenger doe, but I definitely would take a Charger! Good video dawg! 💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿 #moparornocar
Facts
It's not louder than us scatties tho
I have a 2017 rt and it's a beast
I could’ve bought an R/T but when I went to the lot that Daytona 392 was calling my name!
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Having a hellcat is in a different league and I have had all of them. From v6 to a modded hellcat. But nothing wrong with an RT either
You speaking facts bro to these guys trying to jump into a hellcat. Also, they have to be able to afford the car note, insurance, maintenance and gas. I pay $300 a month on insurance on mine.
This is why is hard to give up my RT Hem lol. I may just try for the Hemi challenger . Still want my B5!! That color is crazzi!!
Say I found a used 2019 scat pack well taken care of with 47k odo for $33,800, and a 2022 charger rt with 9k odo for $34,000 . Which would you suggest I get ?
R/T is cool, I hate when people try to down play it, it’s a good v8, plenty of torque, and sounds good
@@JVeleta11 lol
Get a scat bruh
Imagine going from a V6 2016 to a 2023 scat park ! What an upgrade for me 😁
345 is My First, Well Second Cause My Dodge Ram is My First Love Of Mopar But I 3njoy Them Both ❤❤❤❤..
Got a 2023 scat pack two weeks ago talked them dwn to 56k msrp was 64k an they had a 8k markup u have to learn how to talk to ppl especially when they realize your a serious buyer paying 877 a month an the dealership had a package with free oil changes tire an rim replacement and everything is insured as in the computer system for a extra 100 dollars so my car note went from 777to 877 no down payment traded in my first charger 2013 sxt plus with 138k miles an they gave me 6k for it
👏👏👏thats how you do it bro congrats 💪🏾💯
Very very nice!!
Scatpack or hellcats if you got the money go big 😎
I purchased the 2023 RT last call blacktop and it actually has the SRT performance package stock. It has all the launch control it has the built-in stall all of that, it also has the SRT suspension... I paid a little over 60k for the car. It is completely 100% loaded down suede interior, the blacked out 345 badges and even the front spoiler guards that are yellow that comes just like on the hellcats when you purchase them, they're supposed to be removed people leave them on, including myself they make the vehicle look better more aggressive. All of that being said the car is actually very powerful and it sounds absolutely amazing, I'm not 100% sure if the SRT performance package changes the shifting that could be wise it feels a bit peppier than other RT models. What I wanted to say is I am actually a repossession agent in Louisville Kentucky and I repossessed tons of hellcats because people buy them and they don't realize just how expensive these vehicles are I can tell you this I am 45 years old me and my wife both we haven't had speeding tickets in probably 20 years we have one accident that at one of our kids had on our policy and it is $1,100 a month full coverage on an RT. And luckily we had the money to pay for the car outright, however if we did not we would have been looking at about 11% interest and that's with great credit. The interest rates right now are insane. My thought process was the Hellcat charger MSRP of 79000 you're not going to touch one of those cars new for less than $95 to $100,000 so that's $30,000 markup. I can take my RT model do a stage 3 scat kit from Dodge and then add a procharger kit and absolutely annihilate hellcats. Don't get me wrong these are expensive upgrades and I probably will not be doing the ProCharger it would cost me less than 20 grand and like I said it would annihilate the Hellcat at that point so for less than $80,000 I can make my RT s*** all over a Hellcat I just can't see it worth spending the extra money I mean $30,000 just because it has 86.2 L supercharged and then another $30,000 just for markup because they can.....once again our full coverage insurance is $1,100 a month for a 45-year-old man and woman who haven't had speeding tickets in over a decade..... thanks but no thanks I'm perfectly happy with my RT she's a sexy machine.
My Challenger RT drive shaft went out after 5 years, I never abused the car. Plastic boot around the center bearing cracked, it never should've been a two-piece drive shaft. I think someone makes a one-piece conversion. Road salt may speed up the failure. Good luck but it seems this every 5 year $1400 repair will be ongoing for long term owners.
I like the R/T its still a V8 that can be modified
Appreciate this video big dawg needed this 💯
This guy is the truth listen up young viewers !!
Im 42 and got a f8 green GT 2023 with plus and tech pack. 300 horses is enough for mw, the car aint slow. And dont want to be at the gas station frequently with the v8
Much love and support from Boston ❤ 🙏🏻
@10:00 I’ve always been a risk take so if I want sum ima get it then figure out how to afford to keep it afterwards
There's no point to buy specific cars that being discontinued...
Parts will be no more produced at certain point...
why the hell buy hellcat or demon 170 with crazy markup????
Man I appreciate your honesty.
No diss to the Dodge guys. Hell I own one myself, but I also own a 06 Mustang GT.
The biggest difference I notice between the two communities is that Dodge guys don’t put much $$$ under the hood. Nothing is wrong with that at all, but I think it does cause a hierarchy within the Dodge community.
Demon owners vs Hellcat owners vs Scat vs RT, etc. You could have a 500+ horsepower RT and you will still have Dodge owners saying “yeah but it’s still an RT 😂”.
Mustangs are known for being modded out the ass especially S197’s supercharged, coyote swaps, etc. I think this is why the community is much more “united” I don’t care what body style, or “look” you decided to go for. If you own a 67 Mustang Fastback that’s making 600+ horsepower the community is gonna give you the respect you deserve.
Just traded my wifes 4Runner in for a '23 Charger RT. The 4Runner was more expensive. We love it. Runs on 89 not 93. Achieves 19mpg around our small TX town and easily 25+ on the hwy. Seats all 4 of us and is fun too. The RT is all about practicality. For all those reasons is why we got it over the scat. It reminds me of my younger days. A big, HEAVY, rear wheel drive car with a v8. Not common any more at all
What year was That 4runner
@@NERDLYFE-es9ef '22. Grew in to disliking many things about it. Pay that much for a vehicle and you better LIKE it, right? Unfortunately some times it takes time to find the things you dont like
@@richvangorder3900 that's a very good way of putting it. I ask because I definitely want a charger and will buy it but living in the mountains in the north east I also need more ground clearance and I was looking at the 4runner as a second vehicle. Thanks for your input.
@@NERDLYFE-es9ef i lived in CNY(adirondacks) 28 yrs. Now in TX. I understand. Just keep in, mind and i wont go in to a long winded post, japanese old school(which certainly is the 4Runner) is an acquired taste. I grew to dislike the seating position in relation to where my limbs fell on the door jam(its seated very LOW) and the seats dont provide much thigh support. I attribute this to the average japanese vs average american. We are much bigger ppl and the 4Runner is made in Japan. The tech is soooo far behind to the American counterparts its astounding. Its over priced for what it is. Amd my 4th major dislike was the fuel use. I dont mind bad fuel economy AS LONG as performance matches. The 4Runner is NOT a performance machine. It has no roll on power. It needs to down shift for everything. Its like driving an appliance. Sterile and boring. Fuel economy hovers 14-16. Regardless of hwy or city. You dont really notice it till you drive a late model American truck. For example my 23 Ram loaded Laramie weighs 2000 lbs MORE than the 4Runner and makes about 400hp and 400 lb ft. SIGNIFICANTLY MORE WEIGHT AND POWER and i avg lifetime so far 21mpg. Has absurd roll on power and is just so much better in nearly every way. Thats the difference. But the 4Runner will be great in the snow. Do yourself a favor and test drive a couple times and see how you feel about it. I think for us at least it took about a year and a half and we wanted out of it.
@@richvangorder3900 wow, thank you for that reply. That's some of the best feedback I have received on the 4runner. I'm also excited to hear about your ram because the 2022 1500 rebel V8 is also a major consideration for me!
Thanks for sharing another great video.. 💪🏾💯
Well said my dude! 🤝🏾👊🏾💀
I'm getting a R/T when they start doing holiday deals I'm in Cali tho they overcharge out here might have to go to Nevada or Arizona for it
You got it yet?
the dream is a hellcat for me but i just bought a RT and im loving it its got some miles onm it but it was garage kept and the guywas older even the tires still have tread on em
Let’s be real scat holds more weight lol
Always get the warranty
I've had four Chargers the 06 charger who came out then a 2014 RT Max I like them both but nothing compared to when they brought the Scat Pack out in 2015. Instant Power like that only my race cars. Another 2020 3 years now can't beat the bang-for-the-buck. Nothing wrong with RT Hemi what is really just a cruising vehicle unless you beef up that 5.7
I just turned 21 I have a 2019 R/T and I been living on my own house since I was 18 also I’m swapping a 392 into my Rt , ion care what nobody saying because they can have them hellcats but they still living with they Moma 😹 so I’m good
Boy keep that rt leave that 392 alone
The fact you had to tell a whole story and give information on why you aren’t “one of those guys” still stays something about you 😅
Great sound advice. Your content is always helpful and informative. I’ve had 2 R/T Challengers in the past. They have been more than enough power for me, but what I really loved was the exhaust note. Now I live where it snows half the year, so an AWD GT makes more sense. I lose the great exhaust note, but at least I can drive and enjoy the car year round 🤷🏻♂️.
nah get an AWD 5.7 police package
Whether you get an R/T, Scat, or Hellcat Charger, they're all good. There's no long videos or explanations required. Here it is. If you can afford whatever and want more horse power, just get it. Obviously, the Hellcat would be the ideal car to get, but not everyone can afford it. Just stick to what you can afford and go for it.
People should stick to what they can't afford
I had a skat then a used hellcat now daytona rt 2023 and folks still yapping and hating
Speaking nothing but facts. I had the RT and switched to a 22’ mustang gt cuz i wanted to be faster. Now I want the Rt back or the scat
Lmao rt fast af and reliable mustangs is a damn 2door
@@captainamericaandcaptainma3337 rt is not fast
@@mikeyb4u654 it's fast. Just because that 2 door little mustang you got is faster don't mean rt isn't fast
@@captainamericaandcaptainma3337 lol i had an rt before this. I love rt but it’s not fast stock. You can mod it pretty well to be decent
@@mikeyb4u654 2 door mustang 🤣🤣🤣🤣
I have a scat Charger and a r/t Durango and I forget how quick my Durango is compared to a lot of cars on the road, I just need to get my scat seat in there cause on high speed turns, it feels like I’m sliding all over the place….🤦🏽♂️
Unc is rlly spittin fr🤞🏾
I never understood why people make car payments on something they don’t even really want
The prizes now are insane lol. I got my 06 RT back in 2008 for $20k 40k miles..
Now u can't find a RT for that amount under 85k miles
I didn’t know just one wheel spin in the RT I have a 2020 Challenger RT and I think both of my back tires spin
you could have the 3.09 limited slip differential from factory. most RTs come with open differential so only one wheel spins
Out of all the “dodge” UA-camrs I’ve watched you’ve been the realest.
Appreciate it bro 🤝💯
Man until I stop driving semi trucks I can’t be near a damn sports car or muscle car; can’t afford no tickets and mess up my money. I was getting tickets in my v6 maro back in the day hell 🤣🤣 but in about 3 years when I’m done driving best believe ima be in a scat Zl1 or a Shelby . Until then good old Honda and my lifted Sierra lol
Some people be taking pictures in front of a Hellcat and it's brother or there father's car.
I have RT now the only thing I hate on the car is standard brakes are not good enough to stop this heavy car and you really can’t drive aggressive I’m going to purchase Ah brembos but they’re very expensive
Man I had the same shit with the driveshaft and it hasn’t been the same since
I had a 2010 sxt so a 2022 rt would be a major upgrade for me. Also its the only rt with the harman kardon and that's what i really want. And its in Octane Red too so i can pretend its a red dragon 😂
All my Rt guys mopar sells scat pac stages 1-3 to upgrade your Rt to scat per dodge
LoL, I have a hellcat and I'm always looking to get more power not less. Anyone who says you can't use all that hellcat power on the streets don't have a hellcat.
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@jimwashington860 what? I'm lying about having a hellcat? It was just featured on hemi muscle a week or so ago. The brand new smoke show hellcat. Or you can check my channel and see all my bad ass cars, lol.
Not even possible to use 600 plus rear wheel hp on the street. Im sure you think you are tho
@travisdurham29 lol, wth are you talking about? So, if I floor it and I got up to 160mph I didn't use the horsepower my vehicle has? I didn't use the whole 615whp?
@@mekrobar7872 you floor a hellcat in the first few gears or even low gear during a roll your spinning more than anything.
Where are you located at? I’ve noticed you are at Maryland. I would like to go with y’all when I get my mods to my charger
Crofton 👍🏾
I just bought an RT I’m super excited. I’m just waiting for the dealership to get my plate so I can whip that bad lary if you get the black top package like I did, you’ll save a ton of money and still look very very nice. I got a 2016 with 60 K on the dash plum purple.
Congrats 💪🏾💯
Very well said
Couldn't agree more.
Me personally I’m not tryna keep a car longer than a year unless I have multiple vehicles
I love my hellcat. They are all good cars for sure. I have a hellcat video up if anyone wants to swing by
thank you!!
Hay if anyone has a hell cat I'll make you look bad at the track I need building old hot rods for years I have a 2007 dodge charger rt 5.7 I put some goodies like big valves and cam and a tune long tube headers didn't spind much money at all over 1.000hp to the wheel's I laughed so hard at anybody I raced
Should I go used scat pack or brand new rt ?
Scatpack is all you'll need guys.
In the market for one rn. I can’t seem to find a new rt with perfect everything though its weird
What miles were you at when your driveshaft went out. Just got my first v8 charger rt 2021 with 38k miles
Hey Mr Hemi. Who was it that said they had 10 demon 170's allocated? I couldn't hear that guy on your video. I wanna buy one right now for a reasonable price.
email me at dealinfo717@gmail.com and I will send you the number to call.
@@HemiMuscle done, sir.
I believe the dealership was called darcars. Good luck
But I'm upgrading to a scat but I'm Goin to keep my rt also
Did you have problems with theft owning the RT?
Im thinking of getting an RT but i always hear my family saying american cars breakdown quick is that just a stereotype? Or people just not taking care of their stuff
ua-cam.com/video/YN8yh28H7sU/v-deo.html
Do RTs get stolen
I agree i made a similar video on why a rt durango is better than a 392 or hellcat for daily use etc. everyone check it out if you'd like keep being great
Sound advice, Bro….😎⚓️
Company. Fred. Keep you're car. I want you're friendship. That's all. 〽️
Idk were u live but u ain't doin the odometer out hear in NYC LOL
Fastest I went was 163 and I did that on route 80. Nyc you'd have to go to the LIE.
@@infamousy2g1 an prey no trooper are out they don't play in long Island lol
@@jermaineogarro2124 waze and my uniden r7 help keep them away. I've had my scat since Oct 2022 and no tickets. I got it with 16k miles and I now have 96k miles. I drive the hell out of it.
I got a 2015 stt 392 with 55k miles so I just enjoy it..u getting it in I see...the city got all these cameras so that shit gets crazy
@@jermaineogarro2124 I try to avoid nyc. I'm in jersey.
I’m looking at a 2013 R/T. 5.7. It has 175k on it. Any advice before I go get it? I have a Jeep right now. But I want a AWD Charger. BADLY it’s very clean looking. I don’t think anyone raced it but not sure. Thanks.
Don’t do it wait and save your money and look for one with fewer miles.
@@HemiMuscle thanks. I just can’t afford to have a vehicle down. Thanks for responding
@@Brent6437get a 2023 scat pack
Just wondering did you get rid of your scat? I was reading some of the comments of people and there opinions are just nonsense. I have a business page and never respond to them downing things. They are just jealous. Like your stuff man
Appreciate the support yes I sold my scat.
@@HemiMuscle could I ask why? Because I have the 23 rt . I think it’s pretty legit.