goddardzilla

I have no problems with the validity and value of the SRT8 upgrades over the 300c. IMHO they are a very well chosen package, with no indication of "corner cutting".

Mainly they are:
Even better flowing head - not that the standard head isn't already amazing
Forged steel crank, stronger rods, better pistons with higher CR. Improved oil pan.
Amazingly well designed intake manifold, and stainless header
Larger diam exhaust syst.
Uprated trans
Diff from the E500 series Merc, beefier prop shaft & 1/2 shafts
Massively upgraded brakes
Lowered suspension, stiffer sway bars,springs, shocks and bushings
Upgraded wheel and tire package
Grippier Seats
Repeat: a well chosen package, bravo DC engineers!

The $Can aftermarket or OEM market value of these individual pieces (installed) over the stock 300c has to be $30,000Can plus. Though the bits pulled off the 300c would have some mitigating resale value.

Increasing the 300c HP by turbo/supercharging, thus overstressing the stock iron (not steel) crank and (lower than SRT8 spec.) rods/pistons is not the intelligent way to get SRT8-like performance. That just overstresses everything beyond it's design capabilities.

In terms of the way an SRT8 handles/performs it is a quantum leap over a stock 300c. Just the additional handling (.088g vs .79g) and braking 60 to 0 (113ft vs 122ft) capabilities alone would be worth the SRT8 upgrade, and stats alone do not quantify the improvements in "feel" of the SRT8.

My problem is with the Math:
if 300cUS $33,720 list = SRT8US $39,995 list

and, 300cCan is $44,395 list then SRT8Can = ? list

(Note: the answer is not above $60,000Can)

Interesting stock Hemi engine performance engineering analysis link:

http://www.popularhotrodding.com/tech/0403phr_hemi/

Cdnhemi

I'd love to read it as the only thing I liked about that car was the side markers in the side mirrors and as I added the side markers, I was already there.

300Con23s

I just spoke to a dealer this morning and he told me that they should get pricing for the srt-8 anyday now. He said it should be around $53,000 but he told me not to hold him on the price because he brought upthe Dodge Ram and Crossfire SRT's which are well over $60,000. If the price is $53,000 I might consider buying one but then again anything over $47,000 here in BC you'll get slapped with a nice luxury tax which will add a few more dollars to the total price. And I also agree that we won't see as many SRT's in Canada driving around because the salesperson was quick to point out the slow sales of the other SRT's.

Northwest300C

i got an estimate price quote of around $ 55000 from my dealer....i don't think there will be a line forming to put down deposits on the SRT-8 here in Vancouver.....my guess is there will be a few available but they won't all be presold....still a good deal and value when you compare what you get for your canadian dollar compared to smaller less powerful imports.....

north49guy

Pricing will be announced in Canada this week. While the current exchange rates are not the only barometer used to determine prices, it is a major pricing factor. Traditionally higher priced vehicles were sold cheaper in Canada than in the US due to demographics. That said, the base $39,995 would work out to a base in Canada of around $48,000 using current exchange rates and if they consider demographics, it could be less. I'm guessing a base in the range of $47-49,999. They should try and keep it under $50gs

300Con23s

I totally agree, I don't think the SRT-8 is going be a major seller in Canada. I could see current owners of the 300C maybe looking to upgrade to the SRT-8 but other then that I doubt people will fork out the extra cash when they could just get a 300C with 340HP which is enough power for most. But considering what your getting for $55,000 you can easliy justifty it. Im stilling waiting for my dealer to call me back and give me a price.

north49guy

Pricing just announced at $49,995 CDN

claudio

IS THAT 100%??? WHAT'S YOUR SOURCE?? Sorry for getting excited.. but thats a SIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIICK price!!!

north49guy

That is 100% correct. Windsor has just sent details to all dealers who are getting an allocation. Press release is expected today

Northern Rider

Hi North 49. Just got off the phone with my dealer. He doesn't have the price yet. Maybe he's not getting allocation?

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