Originally Posted by TheCrossfirekid
paragraph form an article online from road and track. So obviously it does serve a function.
"Another prominent exterior feature that's more about function than style is the rear spoiler that automatically deploys at speeds over 60 mph. The car looks much better with the spoiler stowed, although when up, it doesn't really affect the view out the rear window all that much. The sound of the spoiler going up and down does take some getting used to." paragraph form an article online from road and track. So obviously it does serve a function.
In regards to the srt not having a switch for manual deployment? ummm. cause its a fixed spoiler. also i think because of the increased power, torque, and speed, imo the fixed spoiler is there to provide down force right away, and it is larger, so i imagine provides more downforce. here is a paragraph in regards to the srt front spoiler.
"Visual changes to make a Crossfire an SRT-6 include adding a more aggressive chin spoiler that reduces lift and funnels extra air in the nose".
so imo the spoiler on both does provide function and is more than just for looks. exactly how much downforce? or at what speeds, still has to be determined.
Road & Track may provide more in depth on this issue but this excerpt does nothing to shed light other than to say it functions better than it looks.
With the fixed spoiler they give a generic text book definition ... boiler plate "a spoiler provides reduced lift". really?
I believe we all concur that a spoiler serves a purpose. Yet, is it more a statement until one reaches autobahn speeds of 150 mph. ummm.
As far as a switch for the SRT... i believe the issue is why it does not come with the more $$ version. The increased power, torque, and speed does not in itself justify a fixed wing as stated earlier.
I guess it is possible to draw a conclusion that the spoilers are for looks for 90% of the US market similar to the SUVs having 4X4 capability.