2009 Dodge Challenger is available for ordering Today

[JohnnyBee]

To:        All Dodge Dealers and Field Personnel

The wait is over – the 2009 Model Year Dodge Challenger is available for ordering.  We will begin taking orders for R/T and SRT8 models today with SE ordering following shortly.  Due to requests from many dealers, we are bringing back Hemi Orange paint on SRT models to assist in moving customers unable to get a 2008 model into a 2009 model.

Pricing and allocations will follow at a later date.

Marketing Highlights

Challenger is back with the essential hardware, styling, and technology desired by today's buyer.  The all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger blends the best American muscle-car characteristics – unmistakable design, world-class handling, powerful engines and technology – to delight driving enthusiasts across several generations.  The Dodge Challenger is the first five-passenger, two-door coupe produced from Chrysler LLC's proven rear-wheel-drive platform that delivers the Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300.

Product Highlights

        * The return of the ultimate American Muscle car – heritage inspired style with state-of-the-art features
        * Essential Hardware – two Hemi engines and two sets of 20" wheels available
        * Essential Styling – Modern classic with heritage styling cues: performance hood, racing style fuel filler door, T/A inspired rear spoiler, dual headlamps
        * Essential Technology – ESP, Ltd Slip Axle, U-connect, MyGig, Keyless Go, Remove Start, NAV
        * Wide Variety of Mopar Accessories allow individual customization


    2009 MY Lineup and Standard Equipment Highlights

        * SE Value Model

            o        3.5L V6 (250 hp / 250 ft lbs)
            o        Side Curtain Air Bags
            o        17" Aluminum Wheels
            o        Power Windows, Locks, Mirrors, Remote Keyless Entry
            o        8-way Power Driver Seat

        * Volume R/T Model

            o        5.7L V8 Automatic (370 hp / 398 ft lbs) Manual (375 hp / 404 ft lbs)
            o        18" Machined Aluminum Wheels
            o        Rear Body Color Spoiler
            o        Fog Lamps
            o        Racing Style Gas Cap
            o        Antiloc k Brakes, ESP, and Traction Control

        * High Performance SRT8 Model

            o        6.1L V8 (425 hp / 420 ft lbs)
            o        20 x 9 Forged Aluminum Wheels
            o        Black Rear Spoiler
            o        Limited Slip Differential
            o        Brembo Performance Brakes
            o        SRT Track Experien ce

    Additional Packages / Features

        * Track Pak (R/T & SRT): 6-speed manual transmission, limited slip rear axle, metal pedals, ESP shut-off switch, pistol grip shifter, hill start assist
        * Decals: hood-to-fender stripe (R/T) and dual hood stripes (SRT8)
        * Three premium audio systems:

            o        276 Watt – six speaker Boston Acoustics
            o        368 Watt – seven speaker Boston Acoustics
            o        522 Watt – thirteen speaker high performance Kicker

    Exterior Colors

        * TorRed
        * Inferno Red
        * Hemi Orange (R/T & SRT)
        * B-5 Blue (late availability)
        * Bright Silver
        * Stone White
        * Deep Water Blue
        * Dark Titanium
        * Brilliant Black

    Good selling!

    Dodge Brand & SRT
Marketing & Communications

[41husk]

Wow! thats great news any price break down? I thought there was going to be a convertible as well.

[Khyron]

Wow! thats great news any price break down? I thought there was going to be a convertible as well.

I think I read that it was slated for 2010

[sunroofgtx]

Awe, I wonder what kind of trade in I can get for this ?? I was looking to get into a ragtop , though... Thanks for the info..

[mikesbbody]

sunroof, i love the new challenger but if i had a choice between a new challenger, or your GTX Id take your GTX hands down 

[chargerboy69]

Awe, I wonder what kind of trade in I can get for this ?? I was looking to get into a ragtop , though... Thanks for the info..

I will give a couple grand for it, and that way you could use it for a down payment. Just tyring to help you out.

[69charger2002]

i'm not even a fan of 71-72 b bodies, and i also love the new challenger, but i am pretty sure i'd take that purple GTX over a new challenger.. tha tcar is wicked!
trav

[TheGhost]

Awe, I wonder what kind of trade in I can get for this ?? I was looking to get into a ragtop , though... Thanks for the info..

Keep the GTX.

[plum500]

I also vote for keeping that GTX - that is one nice looking ride.

[konigcharger]

I wonder what kind of trade in I can get for this?

;Di think he was joking

he could get 3-4 new challengers for what he could get for that HEMI sunroof GTX

[mikesbbody]

I wonder what kind of trade in I can get for this?

;Di think he was joking

he could get 3-4 new challengers for what he could get for that HEMI sunroof GTX

If id taken time to look at the pic, i would have seen it was a hemi car but i didnt  having said that im sure he is joking but even if it wasnt a hemi car id still prefer the gtx

[sunroofgtx]

Thanks for the comments guys. I really was thinking on selling it and buying an SRT ragtop. Its not the original one of one, 71 Hemi GTX with a hole in the roof, just a 71 Sunroof GTX with a Hemi..  Yes I love the car and have owned it for 26 years, but I really like that Chally..  Not sure now.. SRT's only have a 3 year/36 month warranty..

[kamkuda]

Awe, I wonder what kind of trade in I can get for this ?? I was looking to get into a ragtop , though... Thanks for the info..

Sure your car looks nice. But is it so heavy, it couldn't be very quick     I think you should trade it in

[kamkuda]

Here is a nice article and some pictures from the assembly in Brampton Ontario

They are a sweet ride.

[sunroofgtx]

It's like a big heavy piece of purple poop..but  It eats 408 smallblocks as Canadian appetiser's.    It's not much of a showcar like yours, but I've had it for 26 years, and I drive the heck out of it.. And you know what ? I've driven yours, you haven't had the guts to get behind the wheel of mine. Or sober enough, rather...

[kamkuda]

It's like a big heavy piece of purple poop..but  It eats 408 smallblocks as Canadian appetiser's.    It's not much of a showcar like yours, but I've had it for 26 years, and I drive the heck out of it.. And you know what ? I've driven yours, you haven't had the guts to get behind the wheel of mine. Or sober enough, rather...

Not a showcar?   Your car is pimping    As for being scared to drive her... I did not feel I could take "Barney the dinosaur" for a drive without the right attire.  I will get you a new hat when I see you at Norwalk.