The latest model of the Dodge Challenger is a throwback to the muscle car era.
“The only difference is that you can sit comfortably an entire family (in today’s Challenger),” said Marty Steves, sales consultant for Cabral Motors, 1145 W. Yosemite Ave., Manteca.
The two-door, rear-wheel drive car has the capability of comfortably seating five passengers.
The new Challengers are based on the old Dodge Chargers.
“This retro coupe embodies the classic looks and tire-shredding power of the 1970s original yet has the modern-day sophistication,” according to Car and Driver Magazine in a recent review.
The legacy of the Challenger dates back to 1969. That’s when Dodge unveiled its 1970 model available back then in hardtop and convertible.
Customers found ways to modify the car with twin-scooped or “shaker” hoods, and deck-lid wings. The old Challengers were popular among the Baby Boomers of the hot rod culture.
Fast forward to 2006: The North American International Auto Show in Detroit displayed the concept of the Challenger based on the Charger’s advanced rear-wheel drive platform, short deck, wide stance and two-door coupe body style. The latest model resembled that of the iconic Challengers of the 1970s.
In 2008, Dodge released the all-new Challenger SRT8.
The 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392, according to Car and Driver, will come equipped with a bigger Hemi V-8 cylinder engine.
The vehicle is also available in V-6 and five-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission. Colors include brilliant black and furious fuchsia.
Major upgrades reportedly will take place in the interior of the new models, including the move to Garmin navigation along with some added safety features.
The Challenger will again feature the fully-forged Alcoa aluminum wheels and the state-of-the-arts braking system.
As for cost, the various models – R/T Coupe, SE Coupe, and SRT8 – range in price, from $22,000 to $46,000, Steves said. Not included are taxes, fees, and other charges.
Cabral is also the local home to Chrysler, Jeep, Suzuki and GEM.
More information can be obtained by calling the dealership at 209-823-1148 or logging on to www.cabraljeep.com.
“The only difference is that you can sit comfortably an entire family (in today’s Challenger),” said Marty Steves, sales consultant for Cabral Motors, 1145 W. Yosemite Ave., Manteca.
The two-door, rear-wheel drive car has the capability of comfortably seating five passengers.
The new Challengers are based on the old Dodge Chargers.
“This retro coupe embodies the classic looks and tire-shredding power of the 1970s original yet has the modern-day sophistication,” according to Car and Driver Magazine in a recent review.
The legacy of the Challenger dates back to 1969. That’s when Dodge unveiled its 1970 model available back then in hardtop and convertible.
Customers found ways to modify the car with twin-scooped or “shaker” hoods, and deck-lid wings. The old Challengers were popular among the Baby Boomers of the hot rod culture.
Fast forward to 2006: The North American International Auto Show in Detroit displayed the concept of the Challenger based on the Charger’s advanced rear-wheel drive platform, short deck, wide stance and two-door coupe body style. The latest model resembled that of the iconic Challengers of the 1970s.
In 2008, Dodge released the all-new Challenger SRT8.
The 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392, according to Car and Driver, will come equipped with a bigger Hemi V-8 cylinder engine.
The vehicle is also available in V-6 and five-speed automatic or six-speed manual transmission. Colors include brilliant black and furious fuchsia.
Major upgrades reportedly will take place in the interior of the new models, including the move to Garmin navigation along with some added safety features.
The Challenger will again feature the fully-forged Alcoa aluminum wheels and the state-of-the-arts braking system.
As for cost, the various models – R/T Coupe, SE Coupe, and SRT8 – range in price, from $22,000 to $46,000, Steves said. Not included are taxes, fees, and other charges.
Cabral is also the local home to Chrysler, Jeep, Suzuki and GEM.
More information can be obtained by calling the dealership at 209-823-1148 or logging on to www.cabraljeep.com.
