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1634 messages, Last post on Sep 16, 2009 at 12:39 AM
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I must say that I have never considered buy a Dodge until I saw the Caliber today at detnews. I think the Caliber will give the Vibe and that ugly Matrix very stiff competition. Not sure which article is correct but Detroit News says that the Caliber is based on the Neon replacement, not that it IS the replacement.
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Replying to: npgmbr (Feb 11, 2005 10:04 am) |
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I think the Razor is kaput, isn't it? That was a spartan, yet potent roadster/coupe supposed to come to market for about $15K IIRC. They finally figured that to hit the performance numbers they wanted the price would be closer to $18K, so it was shot down. At least that's the way I remember it. Then again, I've been wrong before, at least according to my wife... 
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| Does the Dodge Caliber remind anyone else of either the Jeep Varsity or Jeep Compass concepts? I've read that Jeep is intending on expanding their lineup into a car, and I'm thinking this might be a new base. | |
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Kind of. I liked the Varsity concept. Odd name, though. I don't know if Dodge will make another wagon though. They already have the Magnum.
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Replying to: chris65amg (Feb 15, 2005 4:46 pm) |
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Replying to: wale_bate1 (Feb 11, 2005 9:08 am) |
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Replying to: wale_bate1 (Feb 11, 2005 10:58 am) |
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Well, the Razor concept as originally presented was a market no-brainer: close two-seater with all the concentration on handling, driving dynamics and power to weight ratio; utterly devoid of weight-adding options other than decent seats and a stereo, and everything else optional. In short, a sportscar enthusiast's dream a la the first Miata, only updated. The target of $15K meant you'd get sort of the Elise experience at an everyman's price. Problem is that at $18K+, it's into competition, and the market for a stripper at $18K is certainly smaller than at $15K. Great idea, but apparently the parts bin is either smaller or more expensive than they thought! Re Neon: no, I guess it's not a replacement, but rather a version along the same lines as PT. I hope the next Neon platform is half as good as the current. I'm still amazed at what they've been able to accomplish with it. But for the early head-gasket debacle and some interior materials penny-pinching, the car was world-class in its class (IMO). Pity. The PT thing was (and remains) genius through and through I think. The legs are gettin' thin and it's time to move on, but man oh man, what a run for the money! |
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I have to agree that the Dodge Caliber is a direct 'copy' from the successful twins Vibe/Matrix. But they should not throw away the Neon because it is a great affordable car with lots of power, styling and features. Even though the hatchback seems to be the latest trend, but there are still people that perfer a sedan.
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