What do you guys think of this? Are they really going to bring back the Cuda name?
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2017/06/fca-files-trademark-application-cuda-name.html?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=AutoGuide.com_daily&utm_source=AutoGuide.com20170622
I don't think they will make a Cuda, even though the Challenger is going away in 2019.
What they are not doing a 50 th year Challenger ??
I thought the Challenger was going to go to a new platform in 2020.
stong indicators that they want to bring it back, but who knows what will ultimately happen. I've heard the dealers weren't too thrilled with the concept that was shown a couple years back. if they do, I hope they don't shame the name
Well I don't know much about patents but I do know that the name "cuda" is not just for our cars . . . I would be surprised if someone doesn't already own the name . . . unless you can get it just for a car? :dunno:
If you go to Google and type "cuda" . . . many other things come up before the Plymouth Cuda . . .
Quote from: Spikedog08 on June 23, 2017, 08:01:07 AM
Well I don't know much about patents but I do know that the name "cuda" is not just for our cars . . . I would be surprised if someone doesn't already own the name . . . unless you can get it just for a car? :dunno:
If you go to Google and type "cuda" . . . many other things come up before the Plymouth Cuda . . .
has to be unique to the product type so you don't get sued. so as long as there aren't any other 'transportation' companies using the name, should be OK (and I'm sure FCA already vetted this out before applying for the patent/trademark name).
Quote from: Cuda Cody on June 22, 2017, 09:54:07 PM
I thought the Challenger was going to go to a new platform in 2020.
Yes the 2021 Challenger will be all new.
it would be nice if they did. But until the F goes away in FCA I doubt it will launch.
We have one definite Chrysler insider on this site, but man he's really good at keeping secrets... :)
:iagree: He likes his job way to much to be telling us what he knows. :bigthumb:
Quote from: Cuda Cody on June 23, 2017, 03:03:20 PM
:iagree: He likes his job way to much to be telling us what he knows. :bigthumb:
I know, right?! What a dork... :) lol
OK Gang! What do you think? Thanks Al
I think they'll sell a lot of them if they get the look right. They did a great job with the Challenger and it's been a tremendous icon for the brand.
Quote from: MoparDave on June 23, 2017, 01:44:00 PM
it would be nice if they did. But until the F goes away in FCA I doubt it will launch.
I would have agreed with this a few years ago, but they have shown via the Hellcat and now the Demon that they aren't afraid to take chances and push the limits
Quote from: ec_co on June 23, 2017, 08:46:56 PM
Quote from: MoparDave on June 23, 2017, 01:44:00 PM
it would be nice if they did. But until the F goes away in FCA I doubt it will launch.
I would have agreed with this a few years ago, but they have shown via the Hellcat and now the Demon that they aren't afraid to take chances and push the limits
True But, From what we see here in Michigan. They have a long way to go for vehicle sales besides these.
Let's say they release that car as the 'cuda, do you think it will help the value of the older barracuda's or hurt it. Will prices for the older 'cuda go up or down? Hmmm
:dunno:
I hope it's a four door :veryexcited:
Quote from: anlauto on June 26, 2017, 09:04:49 AM
I hope it's a four door :veryexcited:
it killed me inside when I saw the new Charger was a 4dr. the modified ones showed the potential, really wish they would have done a 2dr
hmmm... Maybe they will bring back the "Voyager" :))
Quote from: anlauto on June 26, 2017, 09:04:49 AM
I hope it's a four door :veryexcited:
:haha: :rofl: :haha: :rofl: :rofl: :haha: :rofl:
"FCA submitted the application to the United States Patent and Trademark Office on June 16th, looking to have the Cuda name certified for use on "motor vehicles, namely passenger automobiles, their structural parts, trim and badges," according to the filing. "
Please notice the phrase "parts, trim and badges". There is a lot of money in licensing. Chrysler has demonstrated a willingness to vigorously defend itself against name infringment at times. This could lead to legal action that results with us seeing a lot less Cuda badges, shirts, models, etc until they those parties settle up with the FCA guys for permission to use the Cuda name.
Ergo - Mopar is not used on any vehicles, yet there was a time a decade or so ago where they went after anyone using it in any sort of name of parts, shirts, web sites, etc. Took a while for the dust to settle and certain latitude to be granted for certain applications.
Quote from: HP2 on June 26, 2017, 10:59:01 AM
"FCA submitted the application to the United States Patent and Trademark Office on June 16th, looking to have the Cuda name certified for use on "motor vehicles, namely passenger automobiles, their structural parts, trim and badges," according to the filing. "
Please notice the phrase "parts, trim and badges". There is a lot of money in licensing. Chrysler has demonstrated a willingness to vigorously defend itself against name infringment at times. This could lead to legal action that results with us seeing a lot less Cuda badges, shirts, models, etc until they those parties settle up with the FCA guys for permission to use the Cuda name.
Ergo - Mopar is not used on any vehicles, yet there was a time a decade or so ago where they went after anyone using it in any sort of name of parts, shirts, web sites, etc. Took a while for the dust to settle and certain latitude to be granted for certain applications.
Good point. Same reasoning the Nats lost MOPAR as with Vegas.
Quote from: ViperMan on June 23, 2017, 03:19:03 PM
Quote from: Cuda Cody on June 23, 2017, 03:03:20 PM
:iagree: He likes his job way to much to be telling us what he knows. :bigthumb:
I know, right?! What a dork... :) lol
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I thinking they do bring it back it would have something better under the hood than the demon and challenger. I'm sure they will be a big seller like the others they brought back
Quote from: Shoooter on June 26, 2017, 10:29:07 PM
I thinking they do bring it back it would have something better under the hood than the demon and challenger. I'm sure they will be a big seller like the others they brought back
But are they really big sellers? There are far, far more Dodge Journeys and Ford Mustangs out there than Challengers and Hellcats are only a small percentage of the Challengers.
Quote from: ec_co on June 26, 2017, 09:11:35 AM
Quote from: anlauto on June 26, 2017, 09:04:49 AM
I hope it's a four door :veryexcited:
it killed me inside when I saw the new Charger was a 4dr. the modified ones showed the potential, really wish they would have done a 2dr
This is what scares me about the new Cuda, they seem to get it wrong more often than not. Usually I don't even reconize or notice chargers just not appealing IMO.
Quote from: ec_co on June 26, 2017, 09:11:35 AM
Quote from: anlauto on June 26, 2017, 09:04:49 AM
I hope it's a four door :veryexcited: :norway:
it killed me inside when I saw the new Charger was a 4dr. the modified ones showed the potential, really wish they would have done a 2dr
:iagree: Just WRONG to call a 4 door a "CHARGER " :rebelflag"
Quote from: Spikedog08 on June 26, 2017, 08:18:40 AM
Let's say they release that car as the 'cuda, do you think it will help the value of the older barracuda's or hurt it. Will prices for the older 'cuda go up or down? Hmmm
:dunno:
Up.
Reviving the name plate brings attention to a car many people don't even know exists. "What's a Barracuda? What do you mean it's 'back'?"
So they look up the old ones, and some become collectors. Also, folks who enjoy owning the "old and the new" will buy both and become collectors.
So demand goes up, value goes up. Which means I guess I'd better hurry up...
Quote from: Roadman on June 27, 2017, 09:41:18 AM
Quote from: ec_co on June 26, 2017, 09:11:35 AM
Quote from: anlauto on June 26, 2017, 09:04:49 AM
I hope it's a four door :veryexcited: :norway:
it killed me inside when I saw the new Charger was a 4dr. the modified ones showed the potential, really wish they would have done a 2dr
:iagree: Just WRONG to call a 4 door a "CHARGER " :rebelflag"
Just like its wrong to have a 4 door Cuda....oh wait, well never mind :vipermanhiding:
Cuda.......THIS!
Quote from: Cudakiller70 on July 06, 2017, 08:46:39 PM
Cuda.......THIS!
Cool car but Challenger body line and a Charger grill.
This design looks like the sides aren't so tall and flat, one reason I haven't been totally sold on the new challenger. Do a Cuda grille, this thing wins! :alan2cents:
I'm sure someone said it already. But it's for licensing revenue.