One Owner 8,488 Actual Mile Challenger SRT-8 EFI 392 HEMI V8 5 Speed Automatic

SUMMARY

* One-owner car with only 8,488 miles
* Redline 3-coat Pearl paint / Drop Top Customs convertible top
* 392 cubic inch Hemi V8 / 470 horsepower
* 5G-TRONIC 5-speed automatic transmission
* Anti-spin differential / 3.92 gears
* Leather interior / SRT Kicker audio
* Sale includes a build sheet, a window sticker and photos of the car's conversion
* Power steering / Brembo power disc brakes
* SRT high performance suspension
* 20-inch SRT wheels

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It's a great time to be a Dodge fan! Not only did the 21st century see the return of the brash Charger and top dog Challenger, it also spawned a new generation of MoPar performance dubbed Street & Racing Technology. But even with countless special editions, and Chrysler's varying degrees of Hemi-fueled fury, SRT owners are pretty much used to the fact that someone else is going to show up with virtually the same wheels. Hey, it's not a bad thing that MoPars are so popular. But, then again, part of the appeal of having a special car is the guarantee of it actually being special. Enter this virtually new Challenger convertible. This surly coupe takes all the torque-rich goodness of Dodge's preeminent pavement pounder and throws in an unmatched top-down driving experience courtesy of Drop Top Customs of High Springs, Florida. And, if you're looking to pick up a modern, hassle-free hot rod that's loaded with tons of cool technology, it's your nouveau classic!

BODYWORK/TRIM

Beginning life at Chrysler's excellent Brampton manufacturing facility, this Challenger rolled through Florida's Wells Motor Company en route to residence with its one and only owner. That owner, when not enjoying the car during a rare weekend outing, stored his muse under full cover in a climate-controlled garage. And the result of that meticulous care is one super slick MoPar that conveys a substantial sense of style. Pull the car under the lights and you'll find wet looking Redline 3-Coat Pearl that's been dressed in black racing stripes. Below that lust worthy canvas, original sheetmetal fits precisely, displaying excellent build quality. And a close look down the sides of that slab-sided fuselage reveals not so much as a dent or ding anywhere.

Challengers have never been safe havens for the meek. And they're almost morally offensive to folks who like their cars as bland as rice cakes. So, as if to bully critics into submission, Ma MoPar built this coupe to just south of audacious using a full array of gnarly aesthetics. At the front of the car, a simple grille hangs racy “CHALLENGER SRT” lettering between retro headlights, small fog lamps and a Trans Am-style chin spoiler. At the edges of that grille, a tall profile founds sporty “392 HEMI” emblems between a chrome fuel filler, color-keyed mirrors, body-matched door handles and Satin Black rocker panels. At the top of that profile, a sculpted hood flows to lightly tinted glass and the aforementioned power convertible top. And behind that top, a modified spoiler frames a Satin Black valance, body-width taillights and a black-trimmed bumper.

ENGINE

As we all know, Chrysler's Hemi has never been defined by white noise and empty promises. Straight from the factory the company's stalwart 5.7 liter makes an impressive 370 horsepower, and with the help of SRT, its performance goes from wild to insane! Measuring roughly 392 cubic inches, this Charger's upsized mill utilizes a revised block, aluminum heads and sequential multi-port fuel injection to twist stout 10.9 to 1 compression into 470 horsepower and 470 lb./ft. of torque. Visually, the car's engine compartment comes together just as well as its muscular exterior. Chrysler's install is exceptionally clean; forgoing the current 'plastic dome of doom' engine cover trend in favor of “392 HEMI” branded rail shrouds that resemble tall valve covers. The big block is coated in a nice shade of traditional orange paint, which perfectly complements red inner fenders. A K&N intake combines with Chrysler Fuel Saver technology to mix excellent performance with thrifty cruising. And, best of all, this is a Hemi that'll fire up in any weather, drive thousands of miles before anyone needs to turn its bolts, and probably lay waste to any old school muscle car that's brave enough to make a charge.

DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION

Straight from Auburn Hills, Chrysler's LX platform was a solid foundation that could easily spawn multiple rear and all-wheel drive applications. And when this Challenger's engineering team bolted up a Mercedes S-Class front suspension, threw in a Mercedes E-Class rear suspension and re-christened it “LC”, they created the perfect blend of American attitude and European road manners. The brutal Hemi commands five gears through a tough Mercedes 5G-TRONIC transmission. That transmission twists a fresh anti-spin differential, which is equipped with buff 3.92 gears. There's an SRT-tuned chassis, supplemented with additional bracing when the car's top was chopped, that's equipped with standard stability and traction control. Variable-ratio, speed-assisted power steering ensures you'll want to do more than make traditional NASCAR lefts. Braking is handled by red Brembo calipers that, with the help of standard anti-lock software, clamp 14-inch, slotted rotors. Exhaust exits through a throaty Flowmaster muffler. And at the corners, forged SRT wheels spin 245/45ZR20 Goodyear Eagle F1s in front of 255/45ZR20 Goodyear Eagle F1s.

INTERIOR

Take a look inside this Dodge and you'll find a comfortable and stylish cockpit that's ready for long road trips and plenty of summertime fun. At the center of the car, heated, power-adjustable seats feature tight leather surfaces that are trimmed with red accent stripes, white accent stitching and clean “SRT” logos. In front of those seats, a driver-oriented dash seals highly detailed telemetry behind chrome trim rings, automatic temperature climate control and a small Drop Top Customs plaque. At the center of that dash, an MP3-compatible, Bluetooth-capable stereo makes excellent use of a Kicker amp, a Kicker sub and 13 Kicker speakers. Below that infotainment system, a wide console frames an attractive Mopar shifter. Beneath that console, like-new carpet anchors “CHALLENGER” branded floor mats behind metal-trimmed foot pedals. At the sides of that carpet, textured door panels hang padded armrests in front of smooth power mirrors, requisite power windows and standard power door locks. In front of the driver, a leather-wrapped carbon weave steering wheel seats factory cruise control opposite redundant audio controls. And naturally, all the luxuries you'd expect in a high dollar muscle car are present and accounted for including: remote keyless entry, remote start, a vehicle information center and full power accessories.

HISTORICAL INFORMATION

Nicely appointed from the factory, this killer coupe rolled in to Wells Motor Company of Avon Park, Florida with a long list of standard and optional equipment. Here's a breakdown of the car's original window sticker.

DODGE CHALLENGER SRT8 392
* Redline 3-Coat Pearl exterior paint
* Dark Slate Gray premium leather interior that's marked with an accent stripe
* 392 cubic inch SRT Hemi V8 that's fitted with Fuel Saver Technology
* 5-speed automatic transmission

STANDARD EQUIPMENT
* Advanced multi-stage front airbags
* Supplemental side-curtain airbags
* Electronic stability control
* All-speed traction control
* Performance 4-wheel disc brakes that are equipped with anti-lock
* Anti-spin differential
* 3.92 rear axle ratio
* High performance suspension
* Remote Keyless Entry
* Keyless Enter-N-Go
* Cruise control
* Security alarm
* Power trunk release
* Auto-dimming rearview mirror that's complete with a microphone
* 180 MPH speedometer
* 19.1-gallon fuel tank
* SRT Track Experience
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* Air conditioning that's complete with automatic temperature control
* Power, 6-way driver's seat
* Power, 4-way driver lumbar adjustment
* Heated front seats
* 60/40 folding rear seat
* Media Center 430 CD/DVD/MP3/HDD radio
* 6.5-inch touch screen display
* 30 GB hard drive for storing music and pictures
* Six Boston Acoustics speakers
* Uconnect Voice Command with Bluetooth
* Floor console that's complete with a center armrest
* Rear seat armrest that's complete with cupholders
* Carbon weave leather-wrapped steering wheel
* Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
* Electronic vehicle information center
* Power windows that feature One-Touch-Down
* Universal garage door opener
* Luxury floor mats
* Bright foot pedals
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* 20-inch forged aluminum SRT wheels
* 245/45ZR20 All-season performance Goodyear tires
* HID headlights
* Rear spoiler
* Functional hood scoop
* Dual exhaust that's complete with bright tips

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
* Redline 3-Coat Pearl paint ($995)
* Customer Preferred Package 22X
* Interior Appearance Group by Mopar ($780)
* -- Bright Mopar door sills
* -- Premium Mopar floor mats
* -- Mopar car cover
* SRT Option Group II ($400)
* -- 200-watt Kicker SRT subwoofer
* -- 13 Kicker SRT high performance speakers
* -- 322-watt Kicker SRT amplifier
* 5-speed automatic transmission ($995)
* -- AutoStick automatic transmission
* -- Tip Start
* -- 3.06 rear axle ratio
* -- Remote start system
* Media Center 430N CD/DVD/MP3/HDD/NAV ($545)
* -- Garmin navigation system
* -- 30 GB hard drive for storing music and pictures
* 245/45ZR20 & 255/45ZR20 3-season Goodyear performance tires ($100)
* Gas Guzzler Tax ($1,300)

VEHICLE PRICE: $42,555

TOTAL OPTIONS: $5,410

DESTINATION: $825

MANUFACTURER'S SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE: $48,790

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OUR SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION

* An original build sheet
* The car's original Owner's Manual, factory tags and factory paperwork
* The aforementioned window sticker
* Photos of the car's convertible top conversion
* Receipts for the car's K&N intake and Flowmaster exhaust
* Miscellaneous service records

With only 8,488 miles on its odometer, this showroom-fresh MoPar is perfect for any collector who wants a cool weekend cruiser. In short, this broad-shouldered Dodge is an awful lot of fun for not a lot of money. If you're looking to pick up some cool modern muscle that's more than just another Hemi-powered Challenger, your search is officially over!