Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT Class 101

For those who are not into Jeep ranges, here are comparison pictures of Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT between MY2012 and MY2014.  The exterior changes is not drastic but can you spot the differences? 

Cherry Red - MY2014

Brilliant Black Crystal - MY2012

Front View

 Rear View

Spot the changes in the interior?

 2012 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT8

 2014 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT

The 2014 SRT Jeep Grand Cherokee of Brunei

Hi folks, just want to share the other 3 units of the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT that arrived for this year Brunei quota.  Yeap, Jeep SRT is rare.  I watched a video recently where the CEO of SRT mentioned only 4500 Jeep SRT will be produced yearly.  Of 3000 units will be allocated to US Market, the remaining 1500units will be scattered around the world.  

I was told Brunei are allocated to 4 units per year.  This year batches are already sold out, so if you want one better hurry up and deposit for the 2014 batch. I was also been told that there are only 6 units of 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8. 

The first batch that arrived for 2013 was Brilliant Black Crystal and Deep Cherry Red Crystal. I was actually been told that second batch for 2013 will arrive in December 2013.  Who would know it actually arrived 2 weeks after the first batch.  Initially I was told second batch is another Brilliant Black Crystal and Bright White. And when I pay a visit to the stock yard to check on my car, I was surprised to see a Redline 2 parking next to my SRT Jeep!  I was pretty mad to be misinform!

Please don't get me wrong, I am very very happy of my Brilliant Black Crystal but I am very disappointed of the way the dealer handle their stocks information.  I learned a lot from this experience.  Next time this won't happen again to me.  Anyway, here are the pictures of the other colors I took from the stock yard, Enjoy!

Deep Cherry Red Crystal - In my opinion, this type of red is more suitable for sedan like the SRT Chrysler 300C

 

Redline 2 - I called this the Ferrari Red!

Bright White - This one was seen outside my shop.  Real thing actually look quite nice on Bright White!

Brilliant Black Crystal - This is my first impression of the black SRT Jeep before my color decision.  As I stepped out from my Dodge, I was greeted by this sinister stance and the black paint job just screamed "BAD BOY" at me.  Best of all, mine is the only one with Panoramic Roof!  So that's when I decided on the Brilliant Black Crystal!  The other Jeep next to my SRT is the normal Grand Cherokee

My Ride No.5 - 2014 JEEP Grand Cherokee SRT

Here it is Ladies and Gentlemen, my new ride, the 2014 JEEP Grand Cherokee SRT!  The new addition to my growing garage.  In case you are wondering, SRT stands for Street Racing and Technology.  SRT is a sub-brand from the Chrysler Group just like NISMO is to Nissan.  They cater models from Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep!  The sub-brand is also responsible for car such as the 2014 SRT Viper! 

  

As of now, there are 4 units of 2014 JEEP Grand Cherokee SRT in Brunei.  One black, Two Reds and One White, mine being the first to come out from the showroom.  The differences between my car and the remaining 3 units? Mine is equipped with a full Panaromic sunroof!^_^

 

  

6.4l HEMI V8 engine, churn out 470hp with around 630nm of torque! This is also the first car that I had driven with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Here are some photos next to its sibling from the day I drove it out of the showroom

Lastly,  my car is equipped with capless fuel filler!  LOL, Yes I am a sakai, I had never seen a car that is not equipped with a fuel cap! More details and pictures in my next post. For now I want you to share my joy with my new JEEP SRT!

My Ride No.5 - Pt.2

Can you guess my new Ride No.5?

My Ride No.5

 

Good morning readers!  A quick teaser for my Ride No.5 that will be joining my garage very soon!

Yes it is a JEEP! 

Want to guess which model from the Jeep range?

My Love For HEMI V8....

Hi readers,  just want to confess my new found love of American V8 engines.  Particularly V8s that has HEMI stamped on the engine cover.   Avid reader will remember my love for DODGE products,  sadly my Dodge Journey doesn't come with a V8, instead I got half of the number of cyclinders.  LOL

I am still a JDM gashead but recently with the new arrival of Chrysler and Chevrolet imported by G.H.K got my adrenaline pumping.  During my recent visit, I was told they are importing full range of Chrysler products into Brunei.  By "full" range I am referring to Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and SRT.  SRT which stands for Street & Racing Technology,  all high performance cars coming out of Chrysler group will go to this umbrella, such as SRT Viper, SRT Challenger, SRT Jeep and so on.

I am still not sure which SRT models they will be importing but it is a good start for the American muscle car fans in Brunei(such as me!).  I was told Dodge Challenger will be coming soon too.

On another note, G.H.K already announced in the showroom that the 2014 Chevy Camaro will be coming to Brunei!!!  We just have to see which engine spec they will be importing!  Is it a V6 or V8?  Time will tell!