Hurst announces pricing and power numbers for Hurst HEMI Challenger

Seeing the Hurst HEMI Challenger conjures up warm and fuzzy memories of the original Hurst cars with it's iconic name and white paint scheme with golden stripes. It's great to see the brand living in it's former glory. It makes one nostalgic for the brand, and almost for the original Hurst girl, Linda Vaughn. But alas, not all ages well so we'll move on from that thought.

The Hurst/Hemi Challenger was revealed at last month's SEMA in Las Vegas, and now we have some goods on it. There are 4 stages of tune for the Challenger, which are numbered 2 through 5. Series 2 will add $18,350 to the price of a donated Challenger R/T, which means putting a Hurst Challenger in your driveway will cost at least $48,895. For that sum, you'll get 352 horses, 20-inch alloys and a special paint and graphics kit. Maxing things out will get you a Series 5 SRT8 Hurst Challenger with 572 raging ponies courtesy of a Vortech supercharged 6.1L HEMI V8... all for a cost of $75,395.

The great maker of all things shifty offered it's first special edition muscle car in 1968 with the Hurst Olds. Most of it's vehicles have gone on to become valuable collector's items, and the new Challenger looks to be no exception. See the press release below for more detailed information, and to see how much you will have to spend to snatch your new Hurst.

Source: Hurst Performance]

PRESS RELEASE

HURST PERFORMANCE VEHICLES ANNOUNCES 2009 HURST/HEMI-CHALLENGER SERIES DETAILS AND PRICING INFORMATION

Legendary Performance Brand Unveils New Details about Latest Limited Edition Muscle Machine

Irvine, Calif. (December 10, 2008) - Hurst Performance Vehicles, one of the most recognized and revered names in automobile history, announces today series details and pricing for its new 2009 HURST/Hemi®-Challenger. The HURST/Hemi®-Challenger, which debuted earlier this year at the SEMA Show, is more than just another muscle car. It epitomizes the performance industry's tradition of taking the best Detroit has to offer and adding 21st century performance parts to make your ride faster, cooler and more collectible.

"We are very excited to release production information and pricing details for the HURST/Hemi®-Challenger Performance Series," said Nate Shelton, Chairman of Hurst Performance. "We are ready to begin production and accept orders of this highly anticipated collector vehicle."

The HURST/Hemi®-Challenger is available in five performance stages. Series 2 vehicles are available through participating Dodge dealers nationwide, while Series 3, 4 and 5 vehicles are only available from Hurst Performance Vehicles and can be ordered via the company's website at www.hurst-performance.com. Hurst Performance packages do not include the base price of the vehicle which could be purchased through participating dealers. The following pricing information does not include the RT or S/RT8 base vehicle:

HURST/Hemi®-Challenger Series 2 R/T 5.7 – MSRP $18,350.00
HORSEPOWER 352 HP*
TORQUE 408 ft/lb*


Hurst "HARD-DRIVE®" shifter
Hurst 20" polished forged wheels
HURST Exterior graphics and badges
HURST Limited Edition sequentially numbered dash badge
Goodyear EAGLE F-1 performance tires
Magnaflow stainless-steel cat-back exhaust
K&N Air Filter
Eibach Coil-over Adjustable Suspension
Hurst leather interior with gold top-stitching and embroidered logo
Hurst rear spoiler
Limited Colors: Black or White only with HURST Gold racing stripes
Matching color car cover with HURST Gold racing stripes

Series 2 SRT8 6.1 – MSRP $17,450.00
HORSEPOWER 437 HP*
TORQUE 438 ft/lb*


Hurst "HARD-DRIVE®" shifter
Hurst 20" polished forged wheels
HURST Exterior graphics and badges
HURST Limited Edition sequentially numbered dash badge
Magnaflow stainless-steel cat-back exhaust
K&N Air Filter
Eibach Coil-over Adjustable Suspension
Hurst leather interior with gold top-stitching and embroidered logo
Hurst rear spoiler
Limited Colors: Black or White only with HURST Gold racing stripes
Matching color car cover with HURST Gold racing stripes

Series 3 R/T 5.7 – MSRP $26,750.00
HORSEPOWER 444 HP*
TORQUE 489 ft/lb*


Hurst "HARD-DRIVE®" shifter
Hurst 20" polished forged wheels
HURST Exterior graphics and badges
HURST Limited Edition sequentially numbered dash badge
Goodyear EAGLE F-1 performance tires
Magnaflow stainless-steel cat-back exhaust
K&N Air Filter
Eibach Coil-over Adjustable Suspension
Hurst leather interior with gold top-stitching and embroidered logo
Hurst rear spoiler
Limited Colors: Black or White only with HURST Gold racing stripes
Vortech Supercharger
Matching color car cover with HURST Gold racing stripes
Factory delivery

Series 4 SRT8 6.1 – MSRP $25,150.00
HORSEPOWER 572 HP*
TORQUE 528 ft/lb*

Hurst "HARD-DRIVE®" shifter
Hurst 20" polished forged wheels
HURST Exterior graphics and badges; fenders, grille and rear fascia
HURST Limited Edition sequentially numbered dash badge
Magnaflow stainless-steel cat-back exhaust
K&N Air Filter
Eibach Coil-over Adjustable Suspension
Hurst leather interior with gold top-stitching and embroidered logo
Hurst rear spoiler
Limited Color: Black only with HURST Gold racing stripes
Vortech Supercharger
Matching color car cover with HURST Gold racing stripes
Factory delivery

Series 5 SRT8 6.1 – MSRP $33,150.00
HORSEPOWER 572 HP*
TORQUE 528 ft/lb*


Hurst "HARD-DRIVE®" shifter
Hurst 20" polished forged wheels
HURST Exterior graphics and badges; fenders, grille and rear fascia
HURST Limited Edition sequentially numbered dash badge
Magnaflow stainless-steel cat-back exhaust
K&N Air Filter
Eibach Coil-over Adjustable Suspension
Hurst leather interior with gold top-stitching and embroidered logo
Hurst rear spoiler
HURST Gold racing stripes
Vortech Supercharger
Matching color car cover with HURST Gold racing stripes
Limited Color: Custom White Pearl with HURST Gold racing stripes
Factory delivery
*Estimated horsepower and torque

About Hurst Performance
Founded in 1958, Hurst Performance is one of the most recognized and revered names in the automotive performance arena. The Hurst brand has long been synonymous with speed, performance and quality, with an impressive track-record of pioneering high performance products and vehicles for all forms of motorsports and hot-rodding. Hurst was one of the first specialty companies to partner with the OEMs and bring enthusiasts limited edition performance vehicles like the legendary Hurst/Olds 442. For more information please visit www.hurstperformancevehicles.com.