America Sets a New Record for Old Cars

[NMRam]

I didn't know this about the SRT8 GC's

The Grand Cherokee SRT8® takes capability to a new level by giving driving enthusiasts extreme performance on street and track. The all-new 6.4L HEMI® V8 engine with Fuel Saver Technology delivers an estimated 470 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque.

The most powerful Jeep® vehicle ever, runs from 0-60 mph in 4.8 seconds with a top speed of 155mph and brakes from 60-0 mph in 116 feet, for an outstanding driving performance in all conditions. An active intake manifold and high-lift camshaft with cam phasing delivers maximum low-end torque while optimizing high-end power across a wider and improved rpm band. 90-percent of peak torque is available between 2,800 and 6,000 rpm, for improved straight-line performance.

 

[Lonesome7.3]

I agree with new vehicle costs. I love older ones anyway, but buying a new one for the amount they want I just cannot see it.

 

[svensk]

I didn't know this about the SRT8 GC's

The Grand Cherokee SRT8® takes capability to a new level by giving driving enthusiasts extreme performance on street and track. The all-new 6.4L HEMI® V8 engine with Fuel Saver Technology delivers an estimated 470 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque.

The most powerful Jeep® vehicle ever, runs from 0-60 mph in 4.8 seconds with a top speed of 155mph and brakes from 60-0 mph in 116 feet, for an outstanding driving performance in all conditions. An active intake manifold and high-lift camshaft with cam phasing delivers maximum low-end torque while optimizing high-end power across a wider and improved rpm band. 90-percent of peak torque is available between 2,800 and 6,000 rpm, for improved straight-line performance.

And they're slower than the 6.1L powered older gen GC SRT-8

 

[lakeroadster]

The average age of cars is 11 years per this survey.

Average age of my rides is 45 years.

Looks like I am screwing up the curve.

 

[Zembonez]

^^ That's quite acceptable.

Mine average 3.2 Years right now... but something older will soon find its way in my driveway.

 

[Lonesome7.3]

The average age of cars is 11 years per this survey.

Average age of my rides is 45 years.

Looks like I am screwing up the curve.

That is how old I hope my fleet will be some day.

 

[NMRam]

Mine average 1.5 years now.......almost time for a new one! NOT!

 

[Sodbuster]

^^ That's quite acceptable.

Mine average 3.2 Years right now... but something older will soon find its way in my driveway.

 

[tleach17]

My truck falls right into the average. The biggest thing that keeps me from buying a newer vehicle is the price and I love not having a payment. New trucks are way over priced. My truck runs solid so there is no reason to replace it.

 

[cRiPpLe_rOoStEr]

If it's cheaper to fix an old beater, and still have an acceptable fuel consumption, there's no reason to pay the same cost of a 15-year old truck to get a brand-new econobox...