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History
The following section is an excerpt from Wikipedia's Dodge Challenger page on 14 June 2016, text available via the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License.
The Dodge Challenger Concept was unveiled at the 2006 Detroit Motor Show and was a preview for the 3rd generation Dodge Challenger that started its production in 2007. Many design cues of the Dodge Challenger Concept were adapted from the 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T.
Initial release
On December 3, 2007, Chrysler started taking deposits for the third-generation Dodge Challenger which debuted on February 6, 2008, simultaneously at the Chicago Auto Show and Philadelphia International Auto Show. Listing at US$40,095, the new version was a 2-door coupe which shared common design elements with the first generation Challenger, despite being significantly longer and taller. As with Chevrolet's new Camaro, the Challenger concept car's pillarless hardtop body was replaced with a fixed "B" pillar, hidden behind the side glass to give an illusion of the hardtop. The LC chassis is a modified (shortened wheelbase) version of the LX platform that underpins the Dodge Charger (LX), Dodge Magnum, and the Chrysler 300. The LX was developed in America from the previous Chrysler LH platform, which had been designed to allow it to be easily upgraded to rear and all-wheel drive. Many Mercedes components were incorporated, or used for inspiration, including the Mercedes-Benz W220 S-class control arm front suspension, the Mercedes-Benz W211 E-Class 5-link rear suspension, the W5A580 5-speed automatic, the rear differential, and the ESP system. All (7119) 2008 models were SRT8s and equipped with the 6.1 L (370 cu in) Hemi and a 5-speed AutoStick automatic transmission. The entire 2008 U.S. run of 6,400 cars were pre-sold (many of which for above MSRP), and production commenced on May 8, 2008;
Chrysler of Mexico offered only 100 SRT8s, with a 6.1 liter V8 and 425 brake horsepower (317 kW) (SAE). Chrysler auctioned off two 2008 SRT8s for charity with the first car going for $400,000 and a "B5" Blue No.43 car with a winning bid of $228,143.43.
The base model Challenger SE was initially powered by a 3.5 L (214 cu in) SOHC V6 producing 250 bhp (186 kW) (SAE) and 250 lbf·ft (339 N·m) torque which was coupled to a 4-speed automatic transmission for the first half of 2009, and was then changed to have a standard 5-speed automatic transmission. Several different exterior colors, with either cloth or leather interiors became available. Standard features included air conditioning, power windows, locks, and mirrors; cruise control, and 17-inch (430 mm) aluminum wheels. Leather upholstery, heated front seats, sunroof, 18-inch aluminum wheels, and a premium audio system are available as options, as are ABS, and stability and traction control. The Canadian market also sports the SXT trim, similar to the SE, but more generous in terms of standard features. Some of these features being ESP, an alarm system, and 18-inch (460 mm) wheels. Starting with the 2012 model year, the SE was replaced in the U.S. with the SXT model.
Previous to the 2012 model year, the SXT version of the Challenger was only sold in Canada and is a more well-equipped variation of the SE. It adds fog lamps, a rear spoiler, larger wheels, illuminated vanity mirrors, security alarm and a leather-wrapped shifter. In addition, the SXT has increased option packages available to it that aren't available on the SE, and are also available to the R/T. (Such as the high-end navigation-enabled entertainment system.)
| Type & Item # | Name | Details |
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| Die Cast - Hot Wheels K6133-0917B | Dodge Challenger Concept | 2007 New Models, small scale, green, Instant Win |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels K6133-0917D | Dodge Challenger Concept | 2007 New Models, small scale, green |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels K6133-0917H | Dodge Challenger Concept | 2007 New Models, small scale, dark red |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels K6133-0917P | Dodge Challenger Concept | 2007 New Models, small scale, grey |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels K6133-0918G | Dodge Challenger Concept | 2007 New Models, small scale, orange |
| Die Cast - Hot Wheels T9934-09A0E | Dodge Challenger Drift Car | 2011 New Models, small scale, blue & black Dodge-sponsored Samuel Hübinette |
| Date | Document Name & Details | Documents |
|---|---|---|
| 24 October 2008 | Safety Compliance Testing for FMVSS 214: Side Impact Protection (Indicant) 2009 Dodge Challenger SE 2-Door Sedan National Highway Traffic Safety Administration |  PDF - 6.5MB - 140 pages |
2015 Specifications
SRT Hellcat colors
Billet Metallic 
Source: online color chart
Bright White 
Source: online color chart
BS Blue 
Source: online color chart
Granite Crystal Metallic 
Source: online color chart
Ivory Tri Coat Pearl 
Source: online color chart
Jazz Blue Pearl 
Source: online color chart
Phantom Black Tri Coat Pearl 
Source: online color chart
Pitch Black 
Source: online color chart
Redline Tri Coat Pearl 
Source: online color chart
Sublime Green 
Source: online color chart
Torred 
Source: online color chart
