Sanders27

Just wondering if anyone here owns a 2012 or newer one and if so what is ownership like.

I basically need more space with our baby and another on the way and as much as I want it to work the c63 just won't cut it. I'm thinking 41k is fair on my car: thoughts and comments are welcome.

2009 with 18.2k miles
Steel grey over black with carbon fiber, shifter and dash piece also.
All options except the LSD and alacantra steering wheel (p30 package I think)
Single fin grill, lo-Jack, dry air filters, was a CPO up until this month.
All service records available.
Only bad spot is a scar on the rear bumper that is a half inch long that I was quoted 325 to 400 IIRC to fix.

Does have a tune with handheld tuner so can be removed.

Seem reasonable at 41k?

Autosport7

My buddy / business partner that owns a dodge dealership has a 14 SRT8 and he loves the thing!
I always hear they are the best bang for buck vehicle for performance from him.
I am also a big fan of them but I know nothing of maintenance or issues sorry.

Sanders27

I drove a 2014 and really really liked it. Fit and finish throughout was very surprising. Just unfortunately only a 2012 fits the budget.

CarHopper

Depending on your budget I'd also look into an X5m. With a tune that car is a monster.

I hear the Jeeps have a few issues here and there (as do all cars). I'd do a quick google search.

Your price seems fair for a private sale as well.

Best of luck!

PS --- the c63 can fit 3 babies in the back

-Marlin-

The Jeep SRT8 guys are like a cult. They love their rides and I've seen some really cool ones. Heck, stock it looks and sounds great. It's earned an AMG card in every way. It's fast as hell and I can't think of anything better if it came to trading in for the reasons that you have in front of you.

I dig it!

HardC63

Those STR-8 V8 engines have a very nice sound to them...a lot like the AMG 6.3 (6.2L) engines.

If you live where snow is an issue and you need the space to carry the entire family and then some and want some go during your commute and have that V8 sound you've come to love from your C63, then the Jeep SRT-8 is a good choice. Heck, if you get one, just add a tune and a CAI kit and enjoy it.

Yes, I think the $41K for your 2009 LOW mileage C63 is very reasonable.

m a x i m u s

I was considering getting one but got the c63 instead. I think they are bad ***.

Sanders27

I am liking the feedback overall about the question, was worried about getting flamed

abcut973

I test drove a 2014 as well and really liked it.
It felt a bit heavy but the engine is powerful enough and the sound is not bad at all. Stock has a nice design but aftermarkets can make it faster and louder.
If I had to buy a sporty SUV that one would come first before the X5M for a 2014 MY because I'm a N/A guy not yet a turbo fan. Now the thing with the 2012 it has the old 5spd auto transmission whereas the newer models have the 8spd auto if I'm not wrong. They got xenons and LED DRLs which is cool.
At the end of the day your wallet will dictates which one to choose. But you can't go wrong with either. GL

Sanders27

There are two other items as well: the hud is all digital which I am not sure if I like or not and the nav screen is huge and beautiful haha.

In regards to the 8 vs 5spd it really didn't change mpg or performance based on my readings. However how gear is engaged on the New one is just weird, I felt like I was in drivers ed with the sales guy.

Exhibit13

I love these but wouldn't get less than a 2014 because of the transmission. The new 8 speed gets slightly better mpg but the 0-100mph increases with the 8 speed. It also has the ability to handle more torque than the old crappy 5speed.








As for you price on your old c63 I think that is a bit high, but you should be able to get somewhere in the high 30s. Basing this off what I paid for my 2010 c63 p31 with all options a few months ago (had 35000 miles on it)

WESLEY KAY

I had a 2009 Kenne Bell supercharged Jeep SRT and sold it for the 507. I loved every part of it!! I would have kept both if I had the room. The 2012 had some recall issues I believe. I would really try for a 2013 or back to a 2009 or 2010 WK1. If I had to rock a Jeep SRT again, I would pick a new one or 2009/2010. I hope this helps. Issues with the 2012 were mainly crappy fitting plastic molding throughout the Jeep, and a few others. I forget. The Jeep SRT forum will have everything you need. I am on there as WESLEY KAY as well. Good luck! My 2009 pic'd below.

HardC63

I like it!

It's Darth Vader's twin

A buddy on my had a red one just like that with headers, Borla catback and NOS and other crap. That **** was fast! It was loud too, but in a very good way - no drone, just a deep V8 sound.

Illegal Machine

I think they added the 8 speed in 2013. You have to get it with the 8 speed. That was also the year they added the big 8.4" touchscreen.

The X5 M is a freak, BUT you don't have to get the M to have a fast BMW SUV. The X5 Xdrive 50i have the TT 4.4L V8. They are as fast as the Jeeps with a tune.

WESLEY KAY

Thanks man! It was a fun ride. No real skills needed, just stomp on the pedal and go....lol. They are AWD.

Exhibit13

No the 8 speed came in 2014, and if memory serves me correctly the 8.4" display was 2012! That is the reason I was looking at the 2014 only, I wanted the 8 speed tranny. Instead I ended up with my c63 because the 2014's SRT JGC were still up there in price, but truth be told if they were the same price I wouldn't be driving a c63 p31 right now I would have bought that 2014 SRT!


There is now rumor (though probably not true) of a (707HP) hellcat powered JGC, that this would be insane but I don't think the AWD drivetrain can handle the power so I don't think the rumor is true.

abcut973

Do you mean the GM AWD drivetrain cannot handle 700+ HP?
Because a GTR can with a stock tranny if I'm not wrong.

Exhibit13

Not sure what you are talking about with GM, jeep is owned by fiat not GM. Jeep has never been owned by GM either.

And yes i meant that the SRT group doesn't currently have an AWD drivetrain that can handle the power, just the RWD drivetrain (the one used in the hellcat challenger).

What the heck does Nissan have to do with this? They don't own jeep either and also have never been related to the company. Geez dude!

betrezra

Wife has 2013 x5 5.0 il.... With dinan stage2... It would walk on my 2011 Amg ml63 when it was stock.

Bardman

Stock to stock the ml63 is much quicker though.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=2By8uoYMjNY

Illegal Machine

Naw. The 2012's were still running the old MyGIG system. In '13 they fit the 8.4 in. You can see it in this 2012 review.

http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...8-test-reviews


My bad on the 8 speed. I had a 300 SRT, so I was pissed we didn't get the 8 speed for '13 (so I got a '12).

The Jeep is probably the best selling SRT product (aside from the Challenger, and I bet it's close). They may wait a year or two to A) see how the Hellcat does in the real world, and B) Develop and AWD system that is bullet proof enough to handle the torque.

I don't see (with how popular the Hellcat will be) that the Jeep won't get that motor at some point.

Rob CL

Check the lots for 2012-13 JGC SRTs, they're chock-full of them. Part of the reason being that for the extra displacement (up from 6.1 to 6.4) the sled is no faster than a stock WK1 JGC SRT.

They can (2005-2010 and 2012-present) be difficult to get a child seat in and out of, where the later models are somewhat easier.

For the money, I'd scout a 2010 SRT. They have nearly every creature comfort of the WK2, with better performance OOB and so far have held better resale value.

Illegal Machine

They're selling well for a limited run, HIGH MSRP Jeep. I see more 392 Jeep SRT's than I do 300's or Chargers.

They were the same speed in a straight line because of the additional weight, but everything else absolutely demolishes the old Jeep SRT's.

The '12+ JGC's are on another level. If the OP is serious and has test driven a new SRT, he'd throw up on himself if he went and drove an older one.

jptaylor

I just lost my WK1 Jeep SRT8 to a fire and would have kept it FOREVER....426 with Paramount Trans, it was a beast...being as i have just made the switch over i will tell you that my jeep was quicker, but the c63 is MUCH faster...awd and 275/315 tires mean that you leave the hole in a HURRY!!!! Stock the WK1 (2006-2010, no 2005) was about 4.4-5.0 0-60 mostly depending on location and DA with 1/4mi times averaging prolly 12.9...the WK2(2012-2014, no 2011) was a complete redesign and yes there were multiple issues with the '12 model year vehicles. the WK2 model has better fit and finish but the WK1 was much more raw and in your face...mpg is also an issue with them as they are large displacement, high hp, HEAVY bricks...my WK1 averaged around 10.5mpg while the WK2 guys seemed to fair better at around 14-15mpg.

If it were me i would agree as stated above that if you can afford the '14 go that route, if not then drop back down to an '08-10. There was a refresh for the '08my which changed the dash, front fascia and most importantly the interior changed from light grey to black.

if you want some real world feedback check out this site www.cherokeesrt8.com ...this is a REALLY good forum and they are all good guys by and large. also if you just want some detailed tech/model year info then check out http://www.wkjeeps.com/wk_srt8.htm

there are several names i recognize on here already (grip grip) and i wish they would chime in as well....other than the mpg you really cannot go wrong with one

Rob CL

Selling well relative to its MSRP? -Ok... Retention, not so, which was my point. Since neither of us are quoting production numbers, I can offer the following:

National Used Sale Listings (via Autotrader.com)
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2006-2010 JGC SRT8: 261 units

2012-2013 JGC SRT8: 180 units (of which, only 46 of these account for the 2013 model year)


Skid Pad (via Car and Driver)
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WK1 SRT: .87g
WK2 SRT: .85g

This equates to far less than a demolition in my book, but it is a relative term I suppose.

I can agree on the upgraded interior. While you'll find the same appointments in a Dodge Durango (as they're a shared platform), it's worlds beyond what the WK1 was. The ('12-'13) media center is as was pointed out, the same as the outgoing model.

However, as jptaylor states, the 2014 is the way to go, if considering a WK2.