{"id":135588,"date":"2010-01-04T10:49:10","date_gmt":"2010-01-04T15:49:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.egmcartech.com\/?p=47961"},"modified":"2010-01-04T10:49:10","modified_gmt":"2010-01-04T15:49:10","slug":"don%e2%80%99t-forget-about-me-mopar-introduces-dodge-challenger-performance-appearance-package","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mereja.media\/index\/135588","title":{"rendered":"Don\u2019t forget about me: Mopar introduces Dodge Challenger Performance Appearance Package"},"content":{"rendered":"

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While the 2011 Ford Mustang makes some noise with its new 5.0L V8<\/a> and the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro continues to takeover the muscle car market, Dodge has been pretty quiet on what’s next for its Challenger. Hoping to grab some attention of the media and consumers, Mopar today introduced a Performance Appearance Package for the Dodge Challenger.<\/p>\n

The package, available as a factory production option, includes a\u00a0body-color hood with scoop, body-color rear \u201cGo-Wing\u201d spoiler and strobe stripe performance graphics. On the inside Mopar offers its branded T-handle shifter, bright pedal kit (automatic only), bright door-sill guards, premium carpet floor mats and a full vehicle cover to protect this prized possession.<\/p>\n

Prices start at $1,995 for the exterior package, while the interior package starts at\u00a0$945 for the automatic transmission and $780 for the manual transmission.<\/p>\n

Click through for the press release<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Dodge Challenger Performance Appearance Package<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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Press Release<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

Dodge Introduces Performance Appearance Package for Challenger<\/strong><\/p>\n

Mopar Gives Challenger the Scoop, Further Enhances Look of Brand\u2019s Iconic Muscle Car<\/strong><\/p>\n

Auburn Hills, Mich., Jan 4, 2010 – Mopar is giving Dodge Challenger even more of a muscular appearance.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur mission at Mopar is to add value to all of our brands,\u201d said Pietro Gorlier, President and Chief Executive Officer \u2013 Mopar Service, Parts and Customer Care, Chrysler Group LLC. \u201cOur \u2018Moparized\u2019 Dodge Challenger is a great example of how we can further enhance the value of all of our Chrysler, Jeep\u00ae, Dodge Car and Ram Truck vehicles.\u201d<\/p>\n

Mopar\u2019s new exterior appearance package is now available as a factory production option. The exterior includes a unique body-color hood with scoop, body-color rear \u201cGo-Wing\u201d spoiler and strobe stripe performance graphics. An interior appearance package is also available and includes a Mopar-branded T-handle shifter, bright pedal kit (automatic only), bright door-sill guards, premium carpet floor mats and a full vehicle cover to protect this prized possession.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe worked closely with Mopar to further enhance the appearance of Dodge\u2019s modern-day muscle machine,\u201d said Ralph Gilles, President and Chief Executive Officer \u2013 Dodge Car Brand. \u201cOur additional design cues effectively communicate the vehicle\u2019s world-class handling, performance and cutting-edge technology.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Manufacturer\u2019s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the exterior package is $1,995. The MSRP for the interior package is $945 for the automatic transmission and $780 for the manual transmission. Both options are available on SE and R\/T models in the following colors: TorRed, Bright Silver Metallic, Brilliant Black Crystal and Bright White.<\/p>\n

Dodge Brand
\n<\/strong> Dodge is a full line of cars, SUVs and MPVs that are agile, daring, sensible and inventive. The product line includes the Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Dodge Grand Caravan, Dodge Journey, Dodge Nitro and Dodge Viper SRT10.<\/p>\n

Dodge introduced two new vehicles last year: the all-new 2009 Dodge Journey, the brand\u2019s first crossover vehicle and the 2009 Dodge Challenger, a modern-day American muscle car. Dodge also celebrated the 25th anniversary of the minivan during the 2009 model year. With more than 65 minivan-firsts introduced since 1983 and more than 12 million Dodge and Chrysler minivans sold, Chrysler Group LLC has solidified its leadership in the segment. J.D. Power and Associates further acknowledged this leadership by naming the Dodge Grand Caravan the Most Dependable Van for 2009. The 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan continues to set the mark in the minivan segment with unsurpassed fuel economy of 17 city\/25 highway mpg and minivan-first innovations including the segment\u2019s only Stow \u2018n Go and Swivel \u2018n Go seating and storage systems. The 2010 Dodge Avenger, with ESC, also earned the 2009 Top Safety Pick rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).<\/p>\n

Mopar Brand
\n<\/strong> Mopar distributes approximately 280,000 parts and accessories in more than 90 countries and is the source for all original equipment parts for Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge Car and Ram Truck vehicles. Mopar parts are unique in that they are engineered with the same teams that create factory-authorized vehicle specifications for Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge Car and Ram Truck vehicles \u2013 a direct connection that no other aftermarket parts company can provide.<\/p>\n

More than 70 Years of Mopar
\n<\/strong> When Chrysler bought Dodge in 1928, the need for a dedicated parts manufacturer, supplier and distribution system to support the growing enterprise led to the formation of the Chrysler Motor Parts Corporation (CMPC) in 1929.<\/p>\n

Mopar (a simple contraction of the words Motor and PARts) was trademarked for a line of antifreeze products in 1937. It also was widely used as a moniker for the CMPC. The Mopar brand made its mark in the 1960s \u2013 the muscle-car era. The Chrysler Corporation built race-ready Dodge and Plymouth \u201cpackage cars\u201d equipped with special high-performance parts. Mopar carried a line of \u201cspecial parts\u201d for super stock drag racers and developed its racing parts division called Mopar Performance Parts to enhance speed and handling for both road and racing use.<\/p>\n

– By: Omar Rana<\/em><\/p>\n

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