Dodge Challenger SRT10 concept

The Challenger SRT10 concept sports not a hemi, but a V-10 sourced from the Viper. The 8.4L pumps out 600hp and 560lb-ft of torque, which is enough to forgive you from the muscle car purists, per say.

In addition to the power, the SRT10 features a carbon fiber front splitter and rear deck lid, a new rear spoiler, BILSTEIN shocks at all four corners, larger wheels, bigger brakes and quad exhaust tips out back. There's also carbon fiber trim inside the cockpit along with new sports seats and a red engine push-button start just like in the Viper.

Group Five Limited twin turbo G5/R Challenger

The G5/R Challenger, modified by Group Five Limited, is one hot ride. Sporting a stunning silver and black paint scheme, the G5/R is completely custom. Group Five is the same team who put together the Challenger Speedster and sells a variety of enhancement packages for Challengers including options like custom fascias, grilles, spoilers, Eibach lowering springs, custom Katzkin Interiors, cold air induction kits, Kooks headers with Corsa cat-back tuned exhaust systems, chip upgrades, Team Performance Products twin turbos and other custom engine packages. Team Performance was actually the group who supplied the car and allowed Group Five to finish in time for the show.

Hurst Hemi Challenger

We've got lots and lots of great concepts to bring you over the next few days, all coming to us from the opus known as SEMA. Today we have the Hurst Hemi Challenger, a bit of a nod to the retro side of life.

George Hurst's mission was to make hot rods for gentlemen. The new Hurst, in the body of the new Challenger, has carried on George's mission admirably.

It's available in four levels, from a 5.7-liter HEMI Challenger to a fire-breathing 6.1-liter supercharged HEMI underneath a MOPAR hood. And when you get to those upper reaches, then you can avail yourself of that Hurst paint job and a car that will do those mammoth wheels justice. We were told the Stage 4 puts out 530 hp at the rear wheels. Which means the car will be waiting for you to it justice as well.

Check out the press release below.

PRESS RELEASE

Chatsworth, California - HURST is one of the most recognized and revered names in the history of performance automobiles. The HURST brand has long been synonymous with speed, performance and quality, with an impressive track-record of pioneering performance products for all forms of motorsports and hot-rodding. HURST was one of the first to partner with the OEMs and bring enthusiasts limited edition performance vehicles like the legendary HURST/Olds 442.

HURST is at it again! The newest creation to be rolled out to continue the tradition is the 2009 HURST/HEMI® Challenger. Starting with the HEMI® powered Dodge Challenger SRT8, HURST takes it to the next level as a 500+ HP supercharged limited edition built and tuned by the best in the business.

Nate Shelton, Chairman of HURST, is committed to delivering the value that HURST is known for; "The new HURST/HEMI® Challenger is more than just another muscle car. It epitomizes the performance industries tradition of taking the best Detroit has to offer and adding 21st century performance parts to make your ride faster and cooler than the other guys. HURST has a long history of doing just that with guys like Don Garlits, Warren Johnson, Dick Landy and even celebrity racers Steve McQueen and Jim Garner. The new HURST/HEMI® Challenger is the first of many HURST Performance Vehicles to come. We are ready to make some more history."

HURST has partnered with some of the best companies in the industry to create a collectible limited edition muscle car with the looks, attitude and credentials to back it up. The HURST/HEMI® Challenger will be available in four Stages of performance trim through participating Dodge dealerships. The details are iconic and impressive; the huge polished five-spoke HURST alloy wheels and the "Pistol-Grip" HURST shifter are inspired by the originals that helped make HURST the legendary brand that it is today.

HURST Performance Vehicles Program Director Ron Flint adds "The legacy of the HURST brand gives us a huge advantage and it sets the bar very high for our team. Our goal is simple; create serious driveway-envy in your neighborhood."

The HURST/HEMI® Challenger makes its debut at the trade-only SEMA Show in Las Vegas this November. Vehicle production is slated for early 2009.

2009 HURST/HEMI® CHALLENGER

SERIES 1
R/T 5.7 HEMI®
Hurst "Pistol-Grip" shifter
Hurst 20" polished forged wheels
HURST Exterior graphics and badges
SERIES 1 sequentially numbered interior dash plaque
BFG KDW high-performance tires
Magnaflow Stainless-steel exhaust system
Eibach Suspension
Bilstein shocks
K&N Air Filter
Colors: Any color
No stripes or graphics

SERIES 2
R/T 5.7 HEMI®
Hurst "Pistol-Grip" shifter
Hurst 20" polished forged wheels
HURST Exterior graphics and badges
BFG KDW high-performance tires
Magnaflow Stainless-steel exhaust system
Eibach Suspension
Bilstein shocks
K&N Air Intake system
MOPAR/Kicker Audio System
SERIES 2 sequentially numbered interior dash plaque
Hurst leather interior with gold top-stitching and embroidered logos
Available Colors are White and Black
Hurst Gold hood graphics

Classic Design Concepts widebody Dodge Challengers

Although the Chevy Camaro is the official car of SEMA, the Challenger may be upstaging it with multiple variations in every flavor.

The latest custom Challenger comes to us from Classic Design Concepts. Called the Group 2 Widebody Challenger, its claim to fame are extra wide fenders from and rear to accommodate 20x10-inch front and 20x11.5-inch three piece wheels wearing 275 and 315 series Pirelli tires. The Group 2 kit also includes a stainless mesh grille and aluminum hood with CDC's cold air "shaker" system.

CDC has two variations of the car on display at SEMA, a white R/T widebody, and a black SRT version. The latter features a Vortec supercharger good for 560 horsepower, Pypes Performance cat-back exhaust, KW adjustable coil-over suspension and Baer brakes with 15-inch rotors and 6-piston calipers at all four corners.

Group Five Limited Challenger Speedster

There are certain to be dozens of variations of Challengers at this year's SEMA show, some will be versions that Dodge may not be interested in producing. One of the biggest is chopping the roof off, which Dodge won't do because of cost and weight considerations.

But for the lovers of open air motoring, anything can be done. We already reported on one converted 'vert from Coach Builders LTD, and now we bring you sketches of a second one, from Group Five Limited.

This Challenger 'vert comes sans top and with a cut-down windshield for that classic "speedster" profile. Other body mods clean up the front and rear fascias for a true shaved, custom look.

Ford Mustang SEMA roundup: Zeitronix

The Annual SEMA auto show is coming fast. Set in Las Vegas on November 4-7th, there will undoubtedly be tons of musclecar variants on display, most highly modified and showing off the latest wares from aftermarket manufacturers.

As one would expect, there are going to be tons of Mustang variations. We'll be breaking them all down for you over the next couple of days.

Powertrain/Drivetrain Type and Modifications: Zeitronix Zt-2 wide-band AFR meter and data-logging system; MagnaCharger supercharger and intercooler kit; APR Performance carbon valve covers; K&N high-flow air filter; Bassani long-tube headers and race exhaust; Centerforce lightened flywheel and dual friction clutch system

Chassis Type and Modifications: Eibach lowering springs, sport shocks, and anti-roll bars; SSBC big brake kit; ALT 20x8.5-in. and 20x10-in. wheels; Firestone Firehawk tires; Gorilla wheel lock system

Exterior Modifications: APR Performance side mirrors and engine cooling plate; 3D Carbon body kit, rear spoiler, hood and side scoops, E-Grille and bulb replacements; PPG orange stripes with silver pinstripe; StarShield Armor paint protection; Classic Design Concepts style bar with sequential brake lights; Sylvania/Valeo HIDs

Interior Modifications: Magden M.1b performance computer and all-in-one touch screen; JBL audio amplifiers and GT-series speakers and sub; VizuaLogic headrests and LCD screens; Roadwire leather interior; Passion Auto center console, shift boot and handle covers

Hotchkis Dodge Challenger(s) to debut at SEMA

Ok, it's a bad photoshop. But the picture above gives you an idea of one of two Dodge Challengers that Hotchkis will be bringing to SEMA.

The two matching Challengers will bring focus to the company's blend of old and new. The two matching Challengers – a 1970 T/A 340 Six-Pack and a 2009 SRT8 – will share yellow paint schemes, graphics and wheels, along with a host of parts that should make the T/A stick as well as – if not better – than the 2009 model.

The 1970 Challenger, known as E-MAX, was originally converted to 340 Six-Pack trim by the previous owner, and now features new fabricated steel upper A-arms bolted into relocated pickup points, strut rods with Heim joints, aluminum steering rods and a set of front and rear sway bars, along with a new set of springs that lower the Granddaddy Challenger by two inches. In addition to replacing the aging front suspension, Hotchkis set out to create a well-rounded classic, equipping the T/A with Stoptech brakes, a Flowmaster exhaust and Forgeline wheels wrapped in Yokohama tires.

Hotchkis likes to point out that all its suspension parts can be removed and replaced with the factory units, allowing owners to keep things traditional for shows and swapped out when the time comes to drive.

500hp Hurst Challenger to debut at SEMA

The legendary maker of shifters, Hurst, has announced that it is teaming up with Dodge to offer a special edition Hurst/Hemi Challenger for 2009. Much more than just a simple trim package, the Hurst will sport at least 500 supercharged horsepower.

"The new Hurst/Hemi Challenger is more than just another musclecar," says Nate Shelton, chairman of Hurst. "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 and cooler than the other guy's. Hurst has a long history of doing just that with guys like Don Garlits, Warren Johnson, Dick Landy, and even celebrity racers Steve McQueen and Jim Garner. The new Hurst/Hemi Challenger is the first of many Hurst Performance Vehicles to come. We are ready to make some more history."

Detail are scarce at the moment. The car will feature Hurst polished five spoke wheels and a classic Hurst "pistol grip" shifter, of course. Production will begin in 2009 after the car has debuted at the SEMA show in November in Las Vegas. No price has been announced yet.

Special edition variations of the Challenger are no surprise as much of Ford's success with the Mustang has been a result of the dozens of variations of it's Mustang. While some enthusiasts like to poke fun at the endless varieties, it generates press and creates interest in the base cars for those who can't afford the big sticker special editions. Expect to see much of the same thing in the future, perhaps with Chevy's new Camaro also.