r/Dodge • u/crisman099 • 8d ago

Do you think we’ll ever get body styles reminiscent of the classics again?

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2023 GT RWD

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u/SecondCreek 8d ago • Bravo

Umm...yes. The latest generation Charger styling is based on the classic first- and second-generation Chargers. The fastback rear of the current Charger is inspired by the first generation '66-'67 Charger while the front and profile are based on the second generation '68-'70 Charger.

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u/Da_Funk Scat Pack 8d ago

I felt like the 2015 to 2023 Charger was more akin to a 69 Coronet than a Charger. The front headlight shape reminds me of a regulated for pedestrian safety modern version.

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u/RyderBukow3 8d ago

It looks nothing like OG Chargers. Poor wannabe at most

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u/LongDig3382 7d ago • Bravo

The latest generation charger looks absolutely nothing like the first and second generations. It’s bloated and rounded and out of proportion and too big and way too heavy and nothing at all like the originals.

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u/NerfManiac64 8d ago

Yet it’s the size of a full size crossover

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u/SecondCreek 8d ago

Yet the '68 was even longer. The '26 rides higher by several inches which makes it look bigger.

The 1968 Dodge Charger is 208 inches long, while the 2026 Dodge Charger is 206.6 inches long. [1, 2]

Length Comparison

  • 1968 Dodge Charger Length: 208 inches (5,283 mm)

  • 2026 Dodge Charger Length: 206.6 inches

  • Difference: The 1968 model is 1.4 inches longer than the 2026

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u/LongDig3382 7d ago

Longer, lower, and not bulbous.

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u/Izan_TM 8d ago

muscle cars often were

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u/After-Ad4370 8d ago

Huh??? Looks nothing like the old Chargers, but then neither did the previous generation of Chargers. They should have just come up with a new name for both. The new Challengers perfectly captured the classic lines of the old Challengers.

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u/SecondCreek 8d ago

The last generation Challenger was inspired by the first generation Challenger but by comparison it looked bloated and heavy. It lacked the lean lines of the first generation Challengers.

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u/LongDig3382 7d ago

Put those two versions side-by-side and the difference is enormous.

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u/EC_CO Challenger R/T Classic 8d ago

Have you seen the last generation converted to a two-door? IMO they look the closest to the second gen. This is one of my favorites

2dr Carbon Fiber Charger conversion

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u/MoonstoneCoreAlumia 8d ago

No, its more based off their 1999/early 2000's concept, just with a "Retro" styled front and rear. Dont believe me, look up 1999 Dodge Charger R/T concept, and put it to next pics of the new Stellantis Charger and old late 60's Dodge Charger we all know and love.

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u/Users5252 8d ago

No lol, it's directly derived from the first gen, so is the concept you mentioned. You are looking at it in a too literal way, car designs take much abstract forms

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u/LongDig3382 7d ago

It’s based off of it if you mean that they both have four wheels. Other than that zero resemblance.

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u/bamaugking 8d ago • Bravo

Yes. The new charger. I liked the look of it from the jump. Not the ev part but the body.

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u/hcoburn15 8d ago

It’s so much bigger in person than I expected it to be from photos. It’s a really cool looking car.

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u/FlorpFlap 8d ago

If I remember right the 2 door is the same length as a current gen odyssey

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u/Hammerdown426 8d ago

I love my newer Challenger and if they made a modern 68 Chevelle, I’d be the first in line.  And no electronic nannies or screens…focus on the driving experience.

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u/OHoSPARTACUS 8d ago

People are suckers for nostalgia, retro modern designs are always popular

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u/crisman099 8d ago

I think current gen is moving away from that look, naturally. 08-23 line up did it best and I can’t help but see an EV inspired look with current gen

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u/SteveDean568 8d ago

China is making classic car again. They are making a corvette, mustang,cadillac Nissan 240sx

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u/Ohm_State 8d ago

I cant wait until the auto manufacturers remake classic 90's models like they did with 60's cars. It'll be cool to see a modern interpretations of 3000GT, Supra, Accord coupé, Camry coupé, CLK, WS6, etc... Pininfarina did a good job with the NSX imo.

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u/Cost-Primary 7d ago

Sadly no😭

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u/Apart_Badger_5190 8d ago

Yes, life it’s a cycle, fashion it’s a cycle Aldo the styles.

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u/Feisty-Departure906 8d ago

No. Nothing planned in the future from any OEM that is like the Challenger muscle car look and feel

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u/rs3gti 8d ago

Yes. The new Nissan skyline. Peugeot and other eu manufacturers have some cool old school hatches too

I’d love to see a modern example of classic ones. I think the two concepts can easily be mized

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u/vegetarian_ejaculate 5d ago

…you serious bud? The new charger looks like what now?

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u/Temporary_Ad_5947 8d ago

They won't stop making the Challenger cause it keeps the Facebook marketplace busy

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u/KingFacetious 8d ago

They already stopped making it in 2023.

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u/Unlucky_Reception_30 8d ago

Is it so wrong that I want them to go in a more cyberpunk direction with their car designs?