Factory Dodge Challenger race car

[FlyByNight]

Here is an updated video:
http://allpar.powertvonline.com/vide...l.php?mId=6406

Anyone here plan on getting one? Or already have one on order?

Some Rumors

- They will have no VINs just Mopar part number because they don't want them to end up on the street.
- They will be pretty much complete cars, carpet, headliner, door pannels but no sound deadening or creature comforts.
- They supposedly will have solid rear axles like the Jeep Cherokees
- Lift off Hoods
- Lightweight seats
- Lightweight brakes
- 800lbs lighter than the factor Challengers
- Hearing 2 different stories on a few things like I've heard that they will be startable so you could just put on a set of headers and slicks and go racing and I've also heard they won't have fuel or exhaust systems because they know they will be immediately modified.
- They will not be carbon fiber bodies (same bodies as the factory cars)
- I've hear they are going to require or strongly encourage people to put retro paint schemes on them.
- I've heard they will cost $15k to $40k
- I've also heard that only active Stock and Super Stock racers will be able to buy them (at least at first) but that's just rumors and probably started by the Stock and SS racers.. but it has some merit since they are supporting the sport and Mopar they've earned some privileges.
- I've heard they wanted them to be in people hand by January 08 but that didn't happen, obviously.

[SSDiv6]

Originally Posted by FlyByNight

Here is an updated video:
http://allpar.powertvonline.com/vide...l.php?mId=6406

Anyone here plan on getting one? Or already have one on order?

Some Rumors

- They will have no VINs just Mopar part number because they don't want them to end up on the street.
- They will be pretty much complete cars, carpet, headliner, door pannels but no sound deadening or creature comforts.
- They supposedly will have solid rear axles like the Jeep Cherokees
- Lift off Hoods
- Lightweight seats
- Lightweight brakes
- 800lbs lighter than the factor Challengers
- Hearing 2 different stories on a few things like I've heard that they will be startable so you could just put on a set of headers and slicks and go racing and I've also heard they won't have fuel or exhaust systems because they know they will be immediately modified.
- They will not be carbon fiber bodies (same bodies as the factory cars)
- I've hear they are going to require or strongly encourage people to put retro paint schemes on them.
- I've heard they will cost $15k to $40k
- I've also heard that only active Stock and Super Stock racers will be able to buy them (at least at first) but that's just rumors and probably started by the Stock and SS racers.. but it has some merit since they are supporting the sport and Mopar they've earned some privileges.
- I've heard they wanted them to be in people hand by January 08 but that didn't happen, obviously.

In a previous post, Jeff Teuton shared his team will be campaigning 3 cars.

[denny harvey]

is it true.only auto no stick shift cars to be built???WTH...

[FlyByNight]

The 2008's are all automatics. The 2009+ cars have an available Tremec TR6060 6-speed and limited slip diff.

2009-
SRT's 6.1L HEMI 425HP (auto + stick)

R/T Auto 5.7L HEMI 370 HP
R/T Stick 5.7L HEMI 375 HP

SE Auto 3.5L V6 250HP

stick cars are "super track pack" and come w/ 3.92 gears

[denny harvey]

sure hope the new camaro comes with a stick..

[55 Chevy]

As far as the challenger I would have done it different.
2008's come only with a stick,no autos.
2009's come only with a stick,no autos.

[Larry Munk]

A Vendor that I do work with showed up today with his day old Challanger. What an awsome car. The fit and finish on the car is not like the Mopar of old. The paint is show quality, just a beautiful car. It even has the battery in the trunk to start with. People in the parking lot would stumble when they noticed it. Chrysler has a hit. It even came with a $2300 tax on the invoice for not being fuel efficient. BTW he got his spot on the order list 2 years ago. But it was worth it.

[denny harvey]

what is the shipping weight on that thing ,they look big and heavy.but they do come in cool colors...

[Troy Henderson]

Some new light is being shed on this special package.

 NOT legal for operation or use on public roads.
 NOT race ready - vehicle will be race prepared..

 The First Drag Race Only Factory Package Car Built in 40 years
(68 Hemi Dart / Cuda last factory built drag race vehicles)
 Built for sanctioned Stock and Super Stock Eliminator drag racing.
 Vehicle delivery timing estimated: 3rd quarter ’08.
 Pricing: TBD
 Final assembly at an offsite build location.
 Identification Plate with Unique Serial Number Sequence.
 Stone White paint only.
 Available Engine Combinations; 6.1L, 5.7L HEMI and 5.9L Magnum.
 4 Speed Automatic or 6 Speed Manual transmission versions available.
 Special BIW modified for drag racing.
(HVAC block off plates, modified tunnel for transmission clearance and one piece drive shaft, raised floor above differential for solid axle conversion clearance)
 Approximately 1000 lbs lighter than production vehicle.
o No body sealer / sound deadener / undercoat.
o No windshield wiper assembly.
o No HVAC system.
o No rear seats.
o No power steering system.
o No underbody heat shields.
o No fuel tank assembly.
o No exhaust system.
 Composite liftoff hood with functional scoop.
 Polycarbonate door and quarter windows.
 Smart Glass door window system.
 Solid engine mounts.
 Engine repositioned to optimize driveline angle and improve weight distribution.
 Seats to accommodate 6-point harness.
 Wheelbase Shortened 13mm. (rear axle moved forward)
 Special modified K-Member with drop out crossmember.
 Lightweight drag race only front brake assembly.
 Manual rack and pinion steering.
 Front chin spoiler.
 Lightweight cooling module with electric fan.
 Lightweight Instrument Panel Assy.
 Special cable operated deck lid release.
 Special cable operated throttle pedal and linkage.
Now if you are part of a race team that is seriously interested in ordering one of these cars, please contact us as soon as possible. Final pricing is not yet determined, but expect it to be into the mid 30's range. This is not official, and is subject to change based on Chrysler's final determination of pricing. We will need to know what engine and transmission you require, and what classes or divisions you currently compete in. Competition will more than likley need to be verifiable for allocation of one of these package cars. Please send email with the following info to info@moparsupercenter.com.

Name:
Class Currently Competes In:
Class Wishing to Compete In(if different):
Vehicle Configuration Desired(engine and trans):
Telephone Number:
Address:

We will forward this information to Mopar and once the details are returned we will contact the customer to reserve the car. No deposits will be required until we know that we can allocate the car for the customer based on authorization from Mopar.

http://www.challengertalk.com:80/for...ormation-2742/

[Jeff Teuton]

Pretty close. But Troy are you offering to sell these cars? These cars will be sold direct by the factory to the end user. Some service will handle the deal in Detroit, but it is a direct sale.