[RedRaven]

Dodge Challenger Starts at $37,995
SRT8 version goes on sale Monday.

You can satisfy your craving for some Dodge-style musclecar love, but it will cost you-$37,995, to be precise.

Dodge says the new 2008 Challenger will be priced from that point. And more importantly, for those flush with cash, is that the Challenger will go on sale next Monday, December 3, qualifying the Challenger as a 2008 model. Deliveries will happen in spring 2008.

The first Challengers to roll out of Chrysler's Canadian factory will all be SRT8 models, with a 6.1-liter HEMI V-8 pounding out an unnamed level of horsepower (we're betting it's not 200). Each of those first Challengers will get a special plaque to commemorate its status, guaranteeing an eBay auction of epic proportions starting next week.
Three colors will be offered-black, silver and HEMI orange-all decorated with dual hood stripes.

Dodge promises that the Challenger will have resonant styling, a racing-inspired interior, a world-class ride and handling set, benchmark braking, and a standout powertrain.

Pricing for the rest of the Challenger lineup will be announced later.

[RedRaven]

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Dodge Announces Pricing for All-new 2008 Challenger SRT8®

Dodge Challenger SRT8 available for $37,995

The American muscle coupe is back, packed with modern technology
and innovation. Demand for contemporary version of iconic pony car drives Dodge to accept orders for the 2008 Challenger SRT8® beginning Dec. 3, 2007

Introduction begins with limited-edition Dodge Challenger SRT8 models
– each with numbered dash plaque. Complete, broader Challenger lineup details and pricing still to come.

2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 models feature 6.1-liter HEMI® V-8 and
are available in Black, Silver or HEMI Orange.

Auburn Hills, Mich. - Dodge announced pricing today for the modern
interpretation of the American muscle coupe. The 2008 Dodge Challenger
SRT8® will arrive in showrooms next spring at a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $37,995 (which includes $675 destination).

Due to unprecedented demand, Dodge dealers will begin taking orders on Dec.3 for the limited-edition 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 models. Each will feature a numbered dash plaque and a 6.1-liter HEMI® V-8 engine.

2008 Challenger SRT8 models will be available in Black, Silver and HEMI Orange.All will feature dual “carbon-fiber” hood stripes, harkening back to the original Dodge Challenger.

“The 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 offers pure American pony-car muscle,” said James Press, Vice Chairman & President – Chrysler LLC. “With styling that stays true to Challenger’s original heritage, an abundance of modern amenities and cutting-edge technology, the 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 will deliver the SRT credo of benchmark performance at a tremendous value. “The Challenger SRT8 is only the beginning of the story, as we’ll soon follow with a complete lineup of Challenger models that will offer a wide array of features and deliver outstanding value for our customers,” Press added.

Customers may begin placing orders at their Dodge dealer on Monday, Dec. 3. They can expect to take delivery of their vehicle next spring.
The all-new 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 will be built at the Chrysler Canada Assembly Plant in Brampton, Ontario, on the same assembly line with the Dodge Charger, Charger SRT8, Magnum, Magnum SRT8, Chrysler 300 and Chrysler 300 SRT8 vehicles.

Pricing for the complete all-new Dodge Challenger lineup will be announced at a later date. SRT performance vehicles – including the Dodge Viper SRT10, Dodge Caliber SRT4, Dodge Magnum SRT8, Dodge Charger SRT8, Chrysler 300C SRT8, Jeep® Grand Cherokee SRT8, and now, the Dodge Challenger SRT8 – are engineered by Chrysler’s in-house performance organization: Street and Racing Technology.

The all-new 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 showcases the renowned, five key aspects of every SRT vehicle: exterior styling that resonates with the brand image; race-inspired interiors; world-class ride and handling characteristics across a broad range; benchmark braking; and standout powertrain.

The all new 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 will unquestionably deliver in all five areas.

Dodge Brand With a U.S. market share of 6.4 percent, Dodge is Chrysler LLC’s best-selling brand and the fifth largest nameplate in the U.S. automotive market. In 2006, Dodge sold more than 1.3 million vehicles in the global market. In the highly competitive truck market, Dodge has a 15 percent market share.

Recently, Dodge introduced the all-new 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan with 35 new or improved features including the newest innovation, the Swivel ‘n Go™ seating system. Dodge is entering key European volume segments with Nitro, Caliber and Avenger. The all-new 2009 Dodge Journey will debut in 2008 calendar year, and will be available outside North America in both left- and right-hand drive in mid-2008. Also in 2008, Dodge will introduce its modern muscle car the all-new Dodge Challenger.

[David]

Nice pics Red, any more??

[Godraz]

Didnt see these posted yet..

[RedRaven]

Nice!!

[Eddie]

Yes it is isnt it. I love those original style touches.

[christer]

Is the fuel filler cap located on the left side of the car? (I see that it opens like on Barracudas and Chargers)

[Godraz]

In the low-quality pictures in the "Productions pics" thread it shows the right side of the car being without a cap so it's on the left side then. I guess the company tought americans are too lazy to walk all the way to the other side of the car to fill it up these days. =)

[christer]

Why can´t they show a car WITH flip-top fuel cap? ...just to kill my curiousity....

[Eddie]

I hope the cap makes it into production but dont count on it. I think the designers wanted a smooth body line and the cap would look outta place sticking out that far on a smooth body line. I know this sounds 'childish' but the "flip-top' cap on my car is one reason I bought it. (The big black thing in the middle of the hood was the clincher)

[Godraz]

I noticed that the concept car (the one with the cross-grille) pictures dont have a fuel cap on either of the sides so im still waiting on a right side shot of the production model to see how it will look like.

[christer]

I know this sounds 'childish' but the "flip-top' cap on my car is one reason I bought it.

Then I am childish too. Well, I can´t say that I bought the car only for the fuel cap but I like the cap very much.

[mopar2ya]

I noticed that the concept car (the one with the cross-grille) pictures dont have a fuel cap on either of the sides so im still waiting on a right side shot of the production model to see how it will look like.

Maybe It'll end up behind the rear license plate...

[Eddie]

I noticed that the concept car (the one with the cross-grille) pictures dont have a fuel cap on either of the sides so im still waiting on a right side shot of the production model to see how it will look like.

Maybe It'll end up behind the rear license plate...

Oh God! NOOOOO!!

[patrick]

I hope the cap makes it into production but dont count on it. I think the designers wanted a smooth body line and the cap would look outta place sticking out that far on a smooth body line. I know this sounds 'childish' but the "flip-top' cap on my car is one reason I bought it. (The big black thing in the middle of the hood was the clincher)

Yeh!!!, And I hope it stay's on the right side as well!

[christer]

I noticed that the concept car (the one with the cross-grille) pictures dont have a fuel cap on either of the sides so im still waiting on a right side shot of the production model to see how it will look like.

Maybe It'll end up behind the rear license plate...

No, it didn´t. That saved my day.

[ianandjess]

cool pics christer thanks for posting thats the real deal hey
cheers ian

[RedRaven]

I wonder would it be possible to mod the prod car and put in your own rear light set up like the one in the concept car..I guess the UK are out of this picture anyway.

[Eddie]

Looks terriffic Wayne! I also think the Chally looks sweet!