I'm on it....RustyPW wrote:We got 3 threads on this already. A Mod needs to put them all together.
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I'm on it....RustyPW wrote:We got 3 threads on this already. A Mod needs to put them all together.
X2Low_Sky wrote:This is a cool truck to look at, and will probably make some more appearances at media events, but that's the last we'll ever see of it.
I agree most concepts never see production but I think those 2 examples were pretty vast departures from anything currently in production. Also, when those 2 came out the market for single cab trucks was shrinking which also did not help potential sales. I don't think dodge ever really intended for those 2 to see production. However, I don't think they ever really intended to produce the Plymouth Prowler either but with enough excitement I think they would be willing to give even a pretty radical design the green light.cruz wrote:X2Low_Sky wrote:This is a cool truck to look at, and will probably make some more appearances at media events, but that's the last we'll ever see of it.
These concept vehicles are cool, but they are just a mirage. Remember these two ? ...
I agree most concepts never see production but I think those 2 examples were pretty vast departures from anything currently in production. Also, when those 2 came out the market for single cab trucks was shrinking which also did not help potential sales. I don't think dodge ever really intended for those 2 to see production. However, I don't think they ever really intended to produce the Plymouth Prowler either but with enough excitement I think they would be willing to give even a pretty radical design the green light.cruz wrote:X2Low_Sky wrote:This is a cool truck to look at, and will probably make some more appearances at media events, but that's the last we'll ever see of it.
These concept vehicles are cool, but they are just a mirage. Remember these two ? ...
It's interesting to watch the diff move around at the 8 second mark and later on in the video.
If you watch some of the videos they show the truck being built chassis up. If you were to build that truck yourself I think it would cost close to $100K. The Raptor doesn't even come close to what they built but that's not to say you couldn't do exactly the same exercise with an F150 and a big pile of cash.bdk wrote:I agree most concepts never see production but I think those 2 examples were pretty vast departures from anything currently in production. Also, when those 2 came out the market for single cab trucks was shrinking which also did not help potential sales. I don't think dodge ever really intended for those 2 to see production. However, I don't think they ever really intended to produce the Plymouth Prowler either but with enough excitement I think they would be willing to give even a pretty radical design the green light.cruz wrote:X2Low_Sky wrote:This is a cool truck to look at, and will probably make some more appearances at media events, but that's the last we'll ever see of it.
These concept vehicles are cool, but they are just a mirage. Remember these two ? ...
I feel the TRX has a far better chance to see production than a lot of concepts because it is so closely tied to a truck that is already in production. Most of the modifications they made are almost bolt on and with the exception of fitting that engine and redesigning the firewall, it could theoretically be manufactured in the same plant with minimal machining changes. Personally I see them using a power plant that already fits in the engine bay.
Also, the Raptor has proven that there is a market for such a truck. I am not sure there's enough room in the segment for both trucks to sell well, but they would definitely sell some. I think one thing that helped the Raptor is that the MSRP was actually pretty reasonable when compared to a similarly equipped FX4. If Ram could price the STX for around the same price as a loaded 4x4 they would definitely move enough to justify the cost of production and development. Also, the TRX on the lot would get potential customers in the door.
I still agree it's probably unlikely the will build the TRX, I do have a glimmer of hope because of the above mentioned reasons.
Good point! Does anyone know if there's a disclaimer or anything to sign for the acr acknowledging how to use the harnesses? I have 5pt harnesses in my desert truck and it's pure confusion for anyone not already familiar with them. Or maybe this thing would have standard 3pt and the 6pt as an option for off road/mall use.RustyPW wrote:The Viper ACR has harnesses in it.yellowranger1 wrote:That's cool, but I can't see legal ever giving harnesses the green light. Hopefully some of the features will trickle down to a production model though!
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Oh c'mon Rusty, you know that old dinosaur couldnt handle that...
I came close to sticking in a motor from the Hemi Shop a few years back. Right after my first wife died. Had the money and no one to answer too.
I wanna laugh yet I kinda dont
No wife and lots of insurance money. Instead, I redid my parking area and driveway. 50 yards of concrete plus labor.
To sum up that financial presentation; "we're $4k cheaper than market segment average, how can we well these things for more money?"KevinABQ wrote: ↑Sun Jun 03, 2018 12:03 amThey actually are going to build it!
Ram Rebel TRX confirmed for production
In their financial presentation they point out that Raptors are really expensive and sell like mad, and they want that money. See page 12.
RAPTOR EFFECT
AVERAGE TRANSACTION PRICE IS $71K
$28K ABOVE FORD AVERAGE
2017 SALES 23K (5% MIX)
ATTRACTS YOUNGER BUYERS WITH TWICE
THE MEDIAN INCOME