Old May 5, 2006 | 06:12 PM
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Default Re: Just purchased SRT-6 - seeking new owner advice

Also got one about two months back. The car was used (and probably abused) as a Chrysler fleet car. About one year old with only 2k miles.

Detailed the car (of course). A clay bar is a good idea since many of these cars have been sitting on dealer lots for a looooong time. Also, pay attention to the rubber trim; especially in extreme climates, it may need to be reconditioned.

Depending on how many miles it has and how long it's been sitting around, an early oil change (at about the 1k mark) may be another good thing. I did so on mine and found out that the oil was totally black - so I'm glad I did. Now, if you thought that gas was expensive, wait 'til you buy 8.5 quarts of a special grade of Mobil 1 ... $120. I would like to hear about others' experiences with oil change costs.

Lastly, the car needed to have its driveshaft replaced. A $2,500 job done under warranty. Probably from early abuse, but should serve as a warning to others.

As with any supercharger or turbo, it's a good idea to let it idle for a minute to cool down before turning off the engine - especially when running hard.

Good luck with yours. Come back to post your experiences.
 
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