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Old 11-27-13, 09:23 AM
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Guys,

After 3 years with my IS350 it was time for a change.. I miss her already but she went to a good home and the spot has been taken by a 2014 Jeep SRT.
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Old 11-27-13, 11:33 AM
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Niice, looks like a beast!
Old 11-27-13, 11:52 AM
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badass ride
Old 11-27-13, 11:56 AM
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That's an unexpected jump Enjoy your new ride
Old 11-27-13, 12:17 PM
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y no IS-F? congrats tho
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I'd replace my IS350 with THAT SRT any day!
Old 11-27-13, 02:29 PM
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Looks great! I love the cherokee srt8s. I was looking to buy an 06-08 a couple years ago, but they are hard to find for less than 30k. Enjoy...
Old 11-27-13, 03:56 PM
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Just
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Old 11-27-13, 06:19 PM
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Thanks guys. I have wanted one for a long time and things just came into place to finally pull the trigger. Wanted something bigger and awd but still powerful and sporty. This thing is a beast. 0-60 in 4.4 this afternoon.... All stock.
Old 11-27-13, 08:35 PM
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Sick ride!!!
Old 11-27-13, 08:39 PM
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Good lord that thing looks good.A mild drop and 22's would be perf IMO.
Old 11-27-13, 09:01 PM
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Nice upgrade!
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That SRT is a beast! Congrats on the purchase and I hope you enjoy it! What are some of the things you like about the SRT? (besides the ridiculous amount of power of course)
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Yes drop and wheels are in the near future. I'm trying to decide on which wheels to go with but 22's for sure.


The power, looks, handling (for an SUV) and the brakes. Best brakes I have ever had on a vehicle. It's amazing how well it handles for a 5k pound brick.
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Beautiful. They nailed the design on this SRT. The redesign Jeep looks horrible. I would love to get one.


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