I ordered my GC SRT8 without the SRT1 Option group because most of the features seemed like nick-nack items that I didnt really need.

Can anyone tell me what the compelling reasons are to get the $4k package? I mean, am I missing something totally obvious?

I ordered my GC SRT8 without the SRT1 Option group because most of the features seemed like nick-nack items that I didnt really need.

Can anyone tell me what the compelling reasons are to get the $4k package? I mean, am I missing something totally obvious?
To me it would be an important package, at $3,195 it's a pretty good deal, to others it may not be as important depending on how much the options would be utilized. Down the road, it may be a tougher sell w/o the package come trade-in time as most buyers prefer most of the included options.

Probably the most important option in the group is the side air bags. If you skip the package you definitely would want to order these as a separate option ($560).

A look at each option and my comments:

Air cond ATC w/dual zone control
I've had this in my last few vehicles and love it. One of my wife's favorite options as we are totally the opposite when it come to cabin air settings. Would never buy another vehicle without it. Cannot be added in the future.

Bright pedals
These are nice to have, but are available separately from Mopar parts or other aftermarket companies.

Deluxe door trim panels
Nothing here really, just the silver matching trim.

Heated front seats
Awful handy if you are in a cold climate area.

Parksense rear back-up system
A nice feature, can be added later but quite a pain to install.

Power adjustable pedals w/memory
Very handy if you have different height drivers driving the vehicle. Cannot be added later.

Power sunroof
Personal preference here. I always order this on a vehicle. Never had leak/wind problems with them. Great in warmer climates for venting the car while parked vs cracking the windows.

Power 8-way driver, memory; 4-way pass seats
Radio/driver seat/mirrors memory
The memory feature alone is worth its weight in gold. Again, convenient when you have more than one driver. I don't know what I would do without this, I have to have my seat perfectly adjusted and one somone else would change it on a vehicle without the memory it would take me forever to get it back to where I wanted it.

Rain sensitive windshield wipers
I never thought I'd care for this option but after having it once really found it handy as it works very well. Not needed of course in climates where it rarely rains.

Side window curtain frt/rr air bags
Mandatory in my opinion, available separately as mentioned.

Sirius satellite radio with 1-year service
Available as a separate option if wanted, can be added anytime.

Smartbeam headlamps
This is actually a great option, worked flawlessly in the vehicle I drove. Cannot be added later.

UConnect hands-free communication
Can be added as a Mopar option but not with the functions built into the mirror which is far more convenient.

Deluxe Door Trim Panels also provide some padding, instead of hard plastic. It basically gives you the limited door panels instead of the laredo panels.

After you've listed the details for each option, I think I'm happy with my choice to not go with the package. Nothing on there sounds like anything I care about.

The smartbeams, that doesnt cause them to try to shoot around corners does it? If so that'd be the only thing I'm missing.

After you've listed the details for each option, I think I'm happy with my choice to not go with the package. Nothing on there sounds like anything I care about.

The smartbeams, that doesnt cause them to try to shoot around corners does it? If so that'd be the only thing I'm missing.

I second that, how much does that bring the sticker to w/o it?

I decided to get it on mine when I order it because my wife will also be driving it, and she likes to have the creature comforts. Besides, I need the hands-free communication in my line of work :)

The sticker I priced mine to was around 45K...

I second that, how much does that bring the sticker to w/o it?

Well, its $39,995 if you dont get any options. I installed the 6 CD/MP3/Navigation unit which was like a $1200 option.

yea i can pass on navigation and what not, i really wouldn't use it seems like i can take that and buy performance upgrades for 1200

I passed on the NAV because I'm living in Germany and the NAV won't do me any good here - plus, I have a Garmin and don't have any challenges reading maps. The Infotainment option didn't really interest me -- no kids and not looking to watch a movie in the car anytime soon. Like Carazyguy, I will spend the saved $$ on mods.

I wish you could order everything but the sunroof, it takes away too much headroom...
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Mike

I wish you could order everything but the sunroof, it takes away too much headroom...
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Mike


I'm 6'1" and have no problem at all with the sunroof. Of course if I put the seat all the way up I can make my head touch, but I can't imagine anyone under 6'3" having a problem fitting in this car as long as you adjust the seat down.
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I can't imagine not wanting SRT Option 1. I'm 6'2" and have no problem with head clearance with a ball cap on & with the sunroof.

I'm 6'4" 290lbs, but sit like I'm 6'6". Trust me I have headroom issues.
Mike

I am switching from an E46 M3 cab and it is hard to give up all the "little" luxury items. Especially since my wife will be driving it some of the time. Never thought I would need things like multi position power seats, heated seats, duel control a/c... but once you get spoiled, a "stripped" vehicle just seems kind of cheap.
Like BahnBlastR, I'm overseas and I passed on the Navigation... although, I am still trying to get the car built with the Japanese Navigation system.

so can anyone out there explain what is the "The Smartbeams" option? It's not Xenons is it? That would be a very good and useful option.

so can anyone out there explain what is the "The Smartbeams" option? It's not Xenons is it? That would be a very good and useful option.

this pretty much covers it...

http://www.wkjeeps.com/wk_smartbeam.htm
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thanks idealrides for the link. on paper it seems like a useful gimmick. I would rather take real Xenons instead. but all this is wishful thinking......

I wish that the Jeep can with Xenon's as well so I went down to my local Kragen and bought 9005, 9006, 9145 Sylvinia Silverstar headlights and I cannot tell you how big of a difference they make. I would recommend them to everyone who isn't happy with the OEM headlights. They are kind of pricy at $25 each but they are worth it.

You know it’s funny because back in the day (in 2000) I ordered SilverStars from UK for my E39 BMW 540. That was before they started marketing them in US. I saw no difference in the light output and virtually no change in color between SiverStars and OEM H7 bulbs. I then spend considerable time getting to the engineering department at Sylvania to find out why. It turned out that the glass and the pattern of the optics has a lot more to do with the light output/pattern, and consequently visibility at night, then the color of the light. This is true across the board for all types of headlights. The difference comes in when you get real Xenon lights.

Xenon bulbs emit light that has a shorter wave length than Halogen bulbs. This allows the light to illuminate smaller objects. If you have ever seen Xenon light at night you’ll realize that you can see road grain a lot better than with Halogen light. This is especially true in the rain (on a wet surface) as well as in the fog. Xenon light is able to get through the suspended moisture in the air instead of being reflected back at the driver.

So while Silverstars give you different color of light (sometimes) they do not help you see better. Having said that, I have to state that they do LOOK “whiter” to the onlookers. And as we all know, looking cool is half the battle!:)

I am switching from an E46 M3 cab and it is hard to give up all the "little" luxury items. Especially since my wife will be driving it some of the time. Never thought I would need things like multi position power seats, heated seats, duel control a/c... but once you get spoiled, a "stripped" vehicle just seems kind of cheap.
Like BahnBlastR, I'm overseas and I passed on the Navigation... although, I am still trying to get the car built with the Japanese Navigation system.

Just curious why you are trying to get Japanese Navi? How are you able to import to Japan? The last two tours I did there, the only cars we could bring had to be older than 1972....

BahnBlastR,

Importing a pre 1972 car is easy. Importing anything else is a PITA, but it can be done. It's a bit easier if the military ships it for you but it still has to undergo a two day $2000 rolling chassis dyno test... of course all the paperwork. Basically, the Japanese government test a single owner's car as though it is a one off from a major automobile company. You would be amazed how much paperwork is involved. My M3 took 5 weeks from arrival to getting a plate. Since I've done it once, I think maybe only 2 weeks for the Jeep.

In terms of the Japanese Navigation system, I know that a system that Jeep / Chrysler Japan uses exists and is delivered from the US to Japan with that system in place. But Most Import dealers in Japan are very very protective... mainly because they mark the cars up so much (I think $50K for a standard 300C), they want gray market vehicles to have as much of a disadvantage as possible. I may not even have a warrentee for my GC SRT8 in Japan.

Thanks for the intel. BTW -- my 2001 Road King was never "legal" in Japan because I refused to spend $2K for their "fuel ****logation" and brake test. The '96 was exempt. What a joke. If they said it wouldn't pass I would have had to remap the FI to comply and that wasn't an option at the time. A buddy of mine could'nt hold out and paid dearly for a Ducati dealer to come and "de-tune" his 900SS so that it would pass the test -- only to retune it after the stamp of approval. Did you sell the M3 to a local, to an American, or do you still have it? It never ceased to amaze me to see all the fast cars in a country that has an 80 KMH national speed limit! Have fun.

ANY SRT-8 YOU WANT 248.409.2341 Ask For Brent 248.409.2341... michigan dealer with a huge supply.. largest dealer in michigan

I wonder if this is the same Brent who decided to never call me back when I inquired about getting my SRT8 from you, I guess thats your commission check loss.

Nice customer service...

... and how can you claim you have a huge supply? If you're refering to SRT8's, Riehls on Van **** has more SRT8's than you do, Parkway has just as many, and Roseville has one less than you. Sorry, but your spamming this message board and I would never recommend anyone do business with you.

I wonder if this is the same Brent who decided to never call me back when I inquired about getting my SRT8 from you, I guess thats your commission check loss.

Nice customer service...

... and how can you claim you have a huge supply? If you're refering to SRT8's, Riehls on Van **** has more SRT8's than you do, Parkway has just as many, and Roseville has one less than you. Sorry, but your spamming this message board and I would never recommend anyone do business with you.

Sorry but I do not recall not calling you back... If in fact you ever called me to begin with..

Sorry but I do not recall not calling you back... If in fact you ever called me to begin with..
So now you are calling one of your customers a liar? Why am I not surprised you are in the car sales business? Looks like you are perfect for the job.

Did i ever call anyone a liar... simply stated, i do not recall not calling you back... I follow up with every customer I have... Thanks for your concern

Okay...
Back on topic!!

how much headroom does the sunroof take away?