ASC creates a new Trans-Am using a 2010 Camaro

We knew, inevitably, that someone would do this. Unfortunately it won't be Pontiac, since they're being sent to the automotive graveyard by GM as part of it's restructuring efforts.

ASC (American Specialty Cars) stepped up to create the brother-of-Camaro clone, and it turned out better than we would have expected. And the best part is that ASC can take your 2010 Camaro and transform it into a Trans Am for you.

Details are scarce for now, but we'll be sure and have more as soon as it becomes available.

2010 Chevrolet Corvette changes, including Grand Sport

At the annual C5/C6 Bash at the Corvette's Bowling Green Assembly Plant, numerous changes were outlined for the 2010 Corvette line. In addition to the rebirth of the Grand Sport, the latest 'Vette will feature launch control as standard on all manual transmission models, Performance Traction Management on the ZR1, being able to order any Corvette in any color, and a cashmere interior package available on the Z06 and ZR1.

The event also featured presentations showing the Grand Sport's technical aspects and launch control. The most humorous part of the presentation is when the speaker notes that use of launch control will not void your warranty, an obvious jab at Nissan's ironic GT-R warranty.

Source: Corvette Blogger

Classic Design Concepts Group 2 Widebody Challenger

Classic Design Concepts is a Novi, Michigan based company that has been modifying cars since 1990. Their most recent creation is seen here, the Widebody Challenger, based on the wildly popular new Dodge musclecar.

The Group 2 Widebody Challenger made it's debut at SEMA in 2008, and now the 575hp creation has hit the street. The quality of the build on the Widebody is much closer to OEM than aftermarket, and just goes to show you why several manufacturers such as Ford, Saleen, and Roush have relied on CDC to produce parts for them.

CDC doesn't produce entire cars like many others, however, opting to simply offer high quality parts for enthusiasts. They just prefer to let customers create their own unique cars.

Included in the Group 2 package are new composite front fenders, left and right spoiler canards (side wings) and rear "billboard" panel and fenderwell extensions. In total, the new body panels add six inches to the width of the Challenger.

The car can then accommodate 11.5-inch wide wheels at the rear and 10-inch wide wheels up front, enabling better grip for acceleration and cornering. Customers can purchase the package with USW 20-inch three-piece wheels and Pirelli PZero Rosso tires or find their own combination. Other options from Classic Design Concepts include a stainless steel wire mesh grille, sequential taillights and a fully functional shaker hood system, a CDC specialty.

This particular Challenger also has a few additional components not sold directly by Classic Design Concepts. Under the hood is a Vortech supercharger system that works in conjunction with the shaker hood system to boost the Hemi V8 to 575 horsepower, and out back, a Corsa exhaust system ensures a true muscle car sound emits from the tailpipes. Lastly, a KW coilover suspension system helps reduce body roll and improve handling, and a Baer drilled-and-slotted big brake upgrade provides additional stopping power.

All of the body components are $11,995 installed, or $5,895 not including wheels and tires. The shaker system, including the composite flat hood, adds another $2,495. To build this exact car, you'd also have to spend $6,400 (Vortech supercharger), $3,095 (KW adjustable coilovers), $3,525 (Baer Extreme Plus brakes) and $1,870 (Corsa exhaust system). Add that to the $42,745 price of a base Dodge Challenger SRT8 plus $695 for the manual transmission, and you end up with a $72,820 car.

Base vehicle specs:
2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8
6.1LHEMI
5-Speed Automatic Transmission
Brilliant Black

CDC GROUP 2 Challenger Wide Body Kit – PN. 0832-7005-01

Package components Include:
Right and Left Composite Front Fenders
Right and Left Composite "Billboard" Rear Quarter Panel Extensions
Front and Rear Inner Wheel Well Extensions
Aerodynamic Front Spoiler "Canards"
Unique CDC GROUP 2 Exterior Badging and Numbered Console Plaque
Options on GROUP 2:

Challenger R/T - SRT8 Functional Shaker System
Challenger RTM Composite Flat Hood
GROUP 2 Specific Wheel and Tire Package:

Rims - USW Forged "Crossover" w/Three Piece Construction and unique spacing. Front – 20"X 10", Rear – 20" X 11.5"
Tires – Pirelli PZero Rosso Front - P275/40ZR 20, Rear – P315/35ZR 20
Other Modifications:

Vortech Supercharger
KW Coilover Suspension
Corsa Cat-Back Exhaust
Baer Extreme Plus Brake System