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DOES THAT THING HAVE A HEMI ? FREE UPGRADE !



The question that has haunted the very soul humanity for eons—”that thing gotta hemi?”—should hopefully drift out of the vernacular, as ChryCo is offering free Hemi V8 upgrades on every Ram 1500 they sell during “shovel ‘em out the door,” uh, make that “truck month.” So yes, good sir, it’s got a Hemi. But as Wikipedia puts it, “today, ‘hemi’ is little more than a trademark that bears little meaning, descriptively, for the engines designated as such.

The gift that keeps on giving

With a HEMI® V8 under your hood, get up to 20 MPG[3] and benefit from the Multi-Displacement System (MDS) that seamlessly deactivates half the engine’s cylinders in fuel saver mode when less power is needed. Plus, get increased torque and efficiency with variable cam timing (VVT), stronger hemispherical cylinder heads and a new short runner valve active intake manifold.
Eligible Ram models include:

2009 Ram 1500 Quad and Crew Cabs[4]
2008 Ram 1500 Quad and Mega Cabs[4]

To build your Ram from the ground up, head to Build My Own and select one of the eligible cabs. The rest of the options are up to you. Or, for even more savings, check out current Ram 1500 incentives or Find a Dealer near you for more information.
Program Compatibility:

This program is compatible with the following program types, providing the vehicle meets all program eligibility requirements:

Automobility program
Military Consumer Cash Allowance
On The Job Certificate
Farm Bureau Program
Chrysler Employee Advantage
Dealership Employee Purchase
Friends Program
Chrysler Affiliate Rewards programs
programs
Employee Pricing Plus
National or Regional Consumer Cash Allowance / APR programs
National or Regional Consumer Lease Loyalty Cash programs

Ram Truck Month - Free Hemi

[richrich]

Any word on the razor or demon from anyone? I have a hankering for a RWD Turbo car. I don't necessarily want a Solstice/Sky or Mazdaspee Miata. Preferably in low orbit pricing.

[wiggyx]

^^^ Something tells me that a small, RWD car isn't in the cards for Chrysler anytime soon, unless it's some sort of Fiat re-badge.

[suzq044]

I did hear that the Demon may be the skin of the "Circuit" EV.

[AllForSRT]

Rocky Mountain Edition Jeeps

Offer value option package with $2,300 in popular customer features for only $1,595 -- including a no-charge power sun roof for that "only in a Jeep" open-air driving excitement

-- 2009 Jeep Patriot Rocky Mountain Edition includes 17-inch aluminum wheels and monochrome exterior paint theme and adds uconnect tunes, Boston Acoustics premium speakers, power sun roof and leather-wrapped steering wheel with radio controls

-- Best-in-class 28 highway miles per gallon (mpg) available on Jeep Patriot Rocky Mountain Edition two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive models

-- 2009 Jeep Liberty Rocky Mountain Edition includes 17-inch fully painted tech silver aluminum wheels, uconnect tunes 30 -gigabyte radio, power sun roof, deep-tinted glass and speed control

-- The 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee Rocky Mountain Edition features 17-inch machined-faced aluminum wheels with gray painted pockets, power sun roof, Boston Acoustics sound system, uconnect tunes 30-gigabyte stereo, heated front seats and more

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 16 /PRNewswire/ -- New 2009 Jeep(R) Patriot, Jeep Liberty and Jeep Grand Cherokee Rocky Mountain Edition models expand the fun, freedom, utility and available best-in-class 4x4 capability that Jeep is known for--now with even more customer features at a great value.

The 2009 Rocky Mountain Edition models offer approximately $1,000 off popular bundled customer features, including innovative uconnect tunes, power sun roof and aluminum wheels. In total, the 2009 Rocky Mountain Edition package adds more than $2,300 in content for $1,595.

"The new 2009 Jeep Patriot, Jeep Liberty and Jeep Grand Cherokee Rocky Mountain Editions add more value and features to our iconic Jeep lineup," said Mike Accavitti, Director--Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge Brands, Chrysler LLC. "And with Jeep's best-in-class legendary 4x4 capability, our new 2009 Jeep Rocky Mountain Editions are ready to make any adventure--from the snow-covered mountain trails to sand dunes at the beach--even more fun."

The starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) on new 2009 Jeep Rocky Mountain Editions (including destination) are:


Jeep Patriot Rocky Mountain Edition at $19,765
Jeep Liberty Rocky Mountain Edition at $25,355
Jeep Grand Cherokee Rocky Mountain Edition at $32,825

The 2009 Jeep Rocky Mountain Edition models are available for ordering now and will arrive at Jeep dealerships in the United States and Canada later this month.

2009 Jeep(R) Patriot Rocky Mountain Edition

Based on the 2009 Jeep Patriot Sport model, the new Jeep Patriot Rocky Mountain Edition adds uconnect tunes 30-gigabyte stereo, uconnect studios SIRIUS Satellite Radio, leather-wrapped steering wheel with radio controls, body-color door handles and liftgate applique, 17-inch aluminum wheels with P215/60R17 all-season tires, 'Rocky Mountain' driver and front-passenger door badging, power sun roof with express open/close operation, nine premium Boston Acoustics speakers including subwoofer, two additional articulating liftgate speakers and a 458-watt amplifier.

The 2009 Jeep Patriot 4x4 Rocky Mountain Edition features the Freedom Drive I 4x4 system providing best-in-class four-wheel-drive fuel economy and best-in-class capability in the compact sport-utility vehicle (SUV) segment.

The Jeep Patriot Rocky Mountain Edition features a 2.4-liter engine, coupled with a five-speed manual transaxle, that produces 172 horsepower (128 kW) and 165 lb.-ft. (222 N*m) of torque, and delivers a best-in-class 23 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway on two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive models. A Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT2) with Auto Stick also is available for both models.

For Jeep Patriot customers seeking maximum fuel efficiency without a manual shift, an optional 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine is mated to the CVT2 with Auto Stick to provide 158 horsepower (117 kW) and 141 lb.-ft. (191 N*m) of torque.

The spirited 2.0-liter delivers an EPA 23 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway and is available on two-wheel-drive equipped 2009 Jeep Patriot Rocky Mountain Edition models.

The 2009 Jeep Patriot Rocky Mountain Edition will be available in all-new Optic Green Crystal Pearl, as well as Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl, Inferno Red Crystal Pearl and Bright Silver Metallic paint colors.

2009 Jeep Liberty Rocky Mountain Edition

The new Jeep Liberty Rocky Mountain Edition is based on the 2009 Jeep Liberty Sport model and is available in both 4x4 and 4x2 models. Included in the Rocky Mountain Edition package are refreshed 17-inch aluminum wheels with tech silver paint finish, P235/65 R17 A/S tires, uconnect tunes 30-gigabyte radio, power sun roof, deep-tinted glass, speed control and a 'Rocky Mountain' badge.

The 2009 Jeep Liberty remains true to its legendary 4x4 heritage by offering two Jeep Trail Rated(R) four-wheel-drive systems - Command-Trac(R) standard with 4x4 models and the optional Selec-Trac(R) II on 4x4 models.

A 3.7-liter SOHC V-6 engine is standard on all Jeep Liberty Sport and Limited models sold in the United States. The 3.7-liter SOHC V-6 engine provides the 2009 Jeep Liberty with competitive peak power and torque while providing smooth, quiet operation and proven durability. It produces 210 horsepower (157 kW) @ 5,200 rpm and 235 lb.-ft. (319 N*m) of torque @ 4,000 rpm. Fuel economy is estimated at 16 mpg city and 22 mpg on the highway (4x2) and 15 city / 21 Hwy (4x4).

Towing capacity on all models is 5,000 lbs. maximum when equipped with the optional Trailer Tow Group.

The 2009 Rocky Mountain Edition will be available in Deep Water Blue, Bright Silver Metallic, Inferno Red and Brilliant Black exterior paint colors.

2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee Rocky Mountain Edition

The new Jeep Grand Cherokee Rocky Mountain Edition is based on the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo model and is available in 4x4 and 4x2 models. Included in the Rocky Mountain Edition package are 17-inch machined-faced aluminum wheels with gray painted pockets, power sun roof, Boston Acoustics sound system, uconnect tunes 30-gigabyte stereo, heated front seats, 12-volt power outlet, chromed body-side molding and a 'Rocky Mountain' edition badge.

Since its introduction in 1992, the Jeep Grand Cherokee has revolutionized the SUV market. With its best-in-class traction capability and power, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is designed, engineered and built to master every imaginable day-to-day driving condition, whether on- or off-road.

The 2009 Grand Cherokee Laredo model features a standard soft-touch center armrest cover, leather-wrapped park brake handle, floor mats, interior chromed door handles and audio control buttons.

The standard 3.7-liter V-6 engine provides the 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee with 210 horsepower (157 kW) @ 5,200 rpm and 235 lb.-ft. (319 N*m) of torque @ 4,000 rpm. A sophisticated Electronic Throttle Control system tailors throttle response to pedal movement based on operating conditions and maintains a consistent vehicle speed on rolling grades when cruise control is active. An exhaust gas recirculation valve helps increase fuel economy.

The Jeep Grand Cherokee's available Flexible-fuel Vehicle (FFV) 4.7-liter V-8 engine incorporates electronic throttle control, two spark plugs per cylinder, increased compression ratio, improved cylinder-head port flow and a new combustion system. The result is 305 horsepower (227 kW) @ 5,650 rpm, a 30 percent increase, and 334 lb.-ft. (453 N*m) of torque @ 3,950 rpm, a 10 percent increase compared with the previous generation 4.7-liter V-8 engine.

It also delivers more than a 5 percent increase in fuel economy. This FFV engine also gives customers the ability to use up to an 85 percent concentration of ethanol (E85) to fuel their vehicles.

Standard Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Electronic Roll Mitigation maintains vehicle stability in a variety of road surface and weather conditions. Hill Descent Control, Hill Start Assist and Trailer Sway Control deliver off-road and towing capability.

The 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee Rocky Mountain Edition will be available in four exterior paint colors: new Inferno Red, Light Graystone, Bright Silver and Brilliant Black

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[AllForSRT]

Chrysler-Fiat Deal Valued at 10 Bil.



DETROIT (Reuters) -- Chrysler LLC's proposed deal with Fiat SpA is worth up to $10 billion for the cash-strapped U.S. automaker and could preserve 5,000 North American manufacturing jobs, Chief Executive Bob Nardelli said Monday

We estimate the cash value of Fiat's contribution to be between $8 and $10 billion considering the cost to develop these vehicles, platforms and powertrains from scratch," Nardelli said in a e-mail to employees.The value of the proposed deal would come from synergies in the areas of purchasing, engineering and contribution of technology, Nardelli said.

The No.3 U.S. automaker has a non-binding deal with Italian automaker Fiat, which has agreed to take a 35% stake in Chrysler in exchange for access to technology and overseas markets.

Under the terms of the deal, Fiat will not pay cash for the stake in Chrysler, which is 80.1% owned by Cerberus Capital Management.

"Production of vehicles for Fiat in North America will allow Chrysler to increase its plant utilization, helping to preserve and create in excess of 5,000 manufacturing jobs," Nardelli said. "The overall contributions from Fiat and the synergies we realize will far exceed the value of the government loans."

Chrysler and larger rival General Motors Cor have requested nearly $22 billion in additional U.S. government loans to ride out a deep plunge in the U.S. vehicle demand.

Chrysler, which has already received $4 billion in emergency U.S. government loans, is "absolutely" viable business on a stand-alone basis, Nardelli said.

The automaker has had a series of "very constructive discussions" with the U.S. Treasury and the Presidential task force on its request for $5 billion in additional aid, the CEO said in the e-mail.


On a side note ; suz, can you photoshop the Alfa MiTo GTA with 200C style headlights / grille ?

[FunWheelDrive]

Quote: Originally Posted by richrich

Any word on the razor or demon from anyone? I have a hankering for a RWD Turbo car. I don't necessarily want a Solstice/Sky or Mazdaspee Miata. Preferably in low orbit pricing.

Cough Genesis Cough...

[suzq044]

If anything, I see the MiTo being a Dodge.. "bargain", not the Chrysler up-swing. And we don't know what their new plan is for the "face" of Dodge's cars yet. They've obviously figured out that they don't need a crosshair for it to be a dodge. [read: Challenger]

[wiggyx]

[suzq044]

yeah... not much to see there.. it matches up quite well with the "new" nose.

[wiggyx]

It's sort of a crappy angle for this type of chop. Not much body side showing.

[suzq044]

I was having a hard time finding a "similar" angle of the 200c, myself. All the photos are taken from above the headlights.

[RTShadow]

To reply to the 'jeep' post from above... Chrysler LLC is being ridiculous with Jeep. They need to get rid of everything except three models, they have just whored out Jeep big time and they do NOT sell enough of all the different models to justify the money they are flushing down the drain on the brand name. Keep the wrangler, grand cherokee, then a midsize, whichever sells best.

[toasteroven]

Quote: Originally Posted by RTShadow

To reply to the 'jeep' post from above... Chrysler LLC is being ridiculous with Jeep. They need to get rid of everything except three models, they have just whored out Jeep big time and they do NOT sell enough of all the different models to justify the money they are flushing down the drain on the brand name. Keep the wrangler, grand cherokee, then a midsize, whichever sells best.

This.

[suzq044]

Otherwise known as "Go back to basics" idea. Function OVER form, they seem to have lost back when AMC was taken over, and the GrandWagoneer was lost.

Midsize = Cherokee -- Where "Grand" is just a package again. Make it the best off-road vehicle you can, while keeping it SIMPLE but EFFECTIVE. You can't beat that for PRICE or Functionality.

Large = Wagoneer -- Where "Grand" is just a package again. You CAN tweak the current Commander and get it to sell [LINK]; granted my version, the nose isn't perfect yet. This would be the top-end vehicle with the top interior anemnities.

Small = STi/Evolution fighter with 4wd CAR, not "Crossover/ute" [maybe even electric/ eRev]
-- Keep the Patriot, just modify it a little [link] to make it more off-road savvy.

Pickup = Ram derived J10/J20