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« on: January 10, 2006, 03:00:01 am »

You may discuss our cover story of the day in this thread....
Detroit Auto Show:
2007 Dodge Caliber

2007 Dodge CaliberThe new Dodge Caliber offers in-your-face Dodge styling with hatchback versatility, good fuel economy, and entry-level affordability.  Three 4-cylinder engines are available, a continuously variable transmission, and optional all-wheel drive.     More...
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« Reply #1 on: January 10, 2006, 07:43:51 am »

I do like the Calibre of the "Caliber!! Tongue"........just the shot inna dark Chrysler needs.The design is mini Pacifica meets Volvo in "some ways" quite classy yet rugged (Saf is wearing his Designer guys HAT this A.M Pimpin').
    The price of $13K is Fab nay brilliant and the drapes match the carpet...I'm SOLD..... Thumbs up.
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« Reply #2 on: January 10, 2006, 09:13:51 am »

Now if they can only get the build quality/reliability they have in the PT Cruiser.
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« Reply #3 on: January 10, 2006, 09:24:22 am »

Now if they can only get the build quality/reliability they have in the PT Cruiser.
I Agree

If they get this right, and keep pricing reasonable, it should be quite a success, both here and abroad...
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« Reply #4 on: January 10, 2006, 10:30:54 am »

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« Reply #5 on: January 10, 2006, 10:40:03 am »

EVERYONE is outa step 'cept X-Trails.....Huh?....... Tongue Bow Bang Head
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« Reply #6 on: January 10, 2006, 10:56:37 am »

I thought it was ugly when I first saw pics, but now that I am seeing more and more, it doesn't look too bad. I'll reserve final judgement for when I see it in person.
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« Reply #7 on: January 10, 2006, 11:02:09 am »

...Thank_YOU ...LEE.....!!!?... Tongue ... where is Eva Longoria Wingie...she's s'posed ta BE THERE...are U inna CHEAP SEATS Cry..shoot man 202 Calibre....
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« Reply #8 on: January 10, 2006, 11:29:15 am »

I agree about the grill being very ugly. The whole vehicle is ugly based upon the pictures IMO.  Tongue
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« Reply #9 on: January 10, 2006, 11:43:38 am »

Weren't there rumors saying that the Caliber would be offered with the TDI engine from VW?
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« Reply #10 on: January 10, 2006, 11:45:03 am »

If they were true then it would make the Caliber a lot more interesting
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« Reply #11 on: January 10, 2006, 08:00:47 pm »

I like the look of the Caliber - it's aggressive, bold, muscular.  It does look more like a truck than a car, but I for one don't mind.  I can't wait to see it in person.  Anyone know when it'll hit the showroom?

Back to the car...

Three engines seems a bit much, especcially three four-bangers.  With what the competition offers, the base engine should be adequete - I can see offering the 1.8 and 2.4, but three?  *shrug*

The absence of a manual tranny kills it for me.  Give me that, and this car would be worth some serious consideration, I think.
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« Reply #12 on: January 10, 2006, 11:25:29 pm »

I like the look of the Caliber - it's aggressive, bold, muscular.  It does look more like a truck than a car, but I for one don't mind.  I can't wait to see it in person.  Anyone know when it'll hit the showroom?

Back to the car...

Three engines seems a bit much, especcially three four-bangers.  With what the competition offers, the base engine should be adequete - I can see offering the 1.8 and 2.4, but three?  *shrug*

The absence of a manual tranny kills it for me.  Give me that, and this car would be worth some serious consideration, I think.

Hey Demo is does offer a manual transmission....but if ur looking at an AWD vehicle it will prolly be suited with the auto tranny...
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« Reply #13 on: January 10, 2006, 11:33:43 pm »

Okay.  I didn't see any mention of a manual, but if they offer it great.  AWD is nice, but not by any means a neccessity - especially since Victoria doesn't get snow.

I'll be taking a close look at this car when it comes out, in this case.  Thanks.
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