Delivery-Mileage Hellcat Jailbreak Was Parked for Profit and Suffered Significant Loss | Carscoops

      A 2023 Dodge Challenger Hellcat Widebody Jailbreak with only 34 miles recently sold for several thousand dollars below its sticker price.

      The factory MSRP for this vehicle was $97,026.

      The buyer paid significantly less than MSRP, despite it being a manual and fully loaded widebody model.

      Equipped with a 717 hp supercharged V8 engine, it had just 34 miles recorded on the odometer.

      When a new performance car is released, it often results in inflated prices, with dealer markups being more common than some might expect. However, those who choose to wait may find that the market can bring prices back down. For instance, this 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Jailbreak sold for almost $10,000 under its MSRP, and it has minimal mileage and a manual transmission that enhances its appeal.

      A Fully Loaded Specification

      This TorRed Hellcat Widebody Jailbreak is virtually fully equipped from the factory. When it was manufactured in 2023, it boasted 717 horsepower (534 kW) and came with a price tag of $97,026. The buyer has hardly used it, as reflected in the mere 34 miles on the odometer, essentially the distance one would cover driving home from the dealership. One might expect it to appreciate during that time.

      Unfortunately for the original buyer, likely having paid a markup, that was not the case. Thus, the new owner is benefiting from acquiring a fantastic vehicle at a greatly reduced price. This listing on BaT features adaptive Bilstein dampers, a satin black hood, Brembo brakes, an 18-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, and Demonic Red Laguna leather seats.

      The V8 engine powers the rear wheels through a Tremec six-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential. In an age when manual gearboxes are dwindling, this stands out as a nostalgic nod to traditional driving experience.

      Signs of a Softening Market

      While some Chargers and Challengers still command high prices, it's evident that the overall Hellcat market is cooling. Recently, a Durango Hellcat sold for about $28,133 less than MSRP, despite only having 21 miles on the odometer.

      Ultimately, this particular Challenger sold for just over $87,000. Another Challenger changed hands for $64,500, despite its MSRP of $81,558 and less than 1,000 miles on the clock. The clear takeaway here is that patience is beneficial; those willing to bide their time for a vehicle like this can confidently expect to save significantly.