2009 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic Recalls Challengers of the Past

Chrysler has unveiled the Dodge Challenger R/T Classic, which pays homage to the original Challengers.

The Challenger R/T Classic is based on the 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T and is powered by the 5.7L V8 mated to either a Tremec six-speed manual or a five-speed automatic transmission. A performance tuned exhaust provides even more "throatiness". The dual hood scoops are also functional.

The exterior of the R/T Classic features dual throwback A-line body-side R/T stripes, 'Challenger' fender badging in classic script, large 20-inch polished-chrome heritage wheels with all-season performance tires, classic egg-crate grille with heritage 'R/T' badge, body-color rear spoiler and chromed fuel-filler door.

The Dodge Challenger R/T Classic starts at $34,005 and is available now.

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Chrysler Offers Employee Discount Pricing to Wal-Mart Employees

Chrysler's sales have dropped 25 percent this year, so the automaker is looking for creative ways to boost its sales. Starting on Nov 1st, Chrysler will offer employee discount pricing to Wal-Mart Stores Inc. workers.

All US-based Wal-Mart employees are eligible for the program. According to Curtrise Garner, a Chrysler spokeswoman, "Wal-Mart is one of our largest fleet customers." The savings will range from 4% to 6% off invoice or 8% to 14% off MSRP, which is identical to the discount that Chrysler employees and their families currently receive.

Wal-Mart currently has 1.4 million employees.

In addition to the Wal-Mart employee discount, Chrysler also announced that Chrysler employees can now get employee discount pricing on some Dodge Viper models.

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Video: Jay Leno drives his new 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8

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If automakers get a bailout, should NASCAR die?

Filed under: Motorsports, Chrysler, LLC., Ford, GM, Toyota

A columnist over at Slate.com is recommending -- and not lightly, he wants you to know -- that with the domestic automakers enduring "Detroit's version of The Troubles," now would be a good time to "euthanize" NASCAR. He makes a long argument, but the crux of it is simple: if the domestics get a heap of money from the government, should that money really be used to sponsor a specialized race series that arguably doesn't have the national pull or the return it once did? His supporting arguments are sometimes disingenuous and occasionally slightly off-base, but the question is worth considering. If the public loans money to the automakers, who decides where that money is spent? Yet, if Ford, GM, and Chrysler were to do the same thing to NASCAR that Honda, Suzuki, Audi, and Subaru have been doing, well... that would leave NASCAR as a one-make series featuring, ta-da, Toyota. And wouldn't that be something to see? Thanks for the tip, Josh!

[Source: Slate]

If automakers get a bailout, should NASCAR die? originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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eBay: Charity Auction of #43 2008 Challenger SRT8

Less than a week after seeing the rights to the very first production Challenger SRT8 go for $400,000 at the Barrett-Jackson Auction we have our second auction opportunity for a very special car. Starting February 12 bidding will begin on the #43 Challenger SRT8. The car will be painted a special B5 Blue and will be the only Challenger painted that color.

The famed color and significance of the #43, for the rare few reading this that do not know, goes back to Nascar driver Richard Petty. The proceeds from this auction will go toward the Victory Junction Gang, a childrens charity that was founded by Nascar driver Kyle Petty following the death of his son Adam. The organization has a camp where children with chronic diseases can go to take part in various activities and maybe forget for a while about the disease they are living with. (more…)

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New Chrysler Incentive: Free Hemi Engines and DVD Systems

If you’re looking to buy a new Chrysler, Dodge or Jeep truck, wait until March, when DaimlerChrysler will start a new marketing campaign that will offer an upgrade to its popular Hemi V-8 engine at no additional cost. The standard price of the Hemi is $1,700.

Are you more of a family man with no need for the extra horsepower and gas-guzzling of a V-8 engine? Then wait until April when Chrysler will put a free $1,000 DVD entertainment system into every minivan it sells.

There will also be additional cash back and low interest-rate offers introduced later this month on the automaker’s minivans, Dodge Ram pickup, Chrysler 300C and Dodge Charger.

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Over 62,000 New Jeep, Dodge and Chryslers Recalled

Here’s news that will dampen the mood of even the merriest of car owners. Chrysler is recalling more than 62,000 new cars for faulty brake systems that could fail entirely. This recall includes models like the redesigned 2007 Chrysler Sebring and 2007 Jeep Wrangler along with the all-new Jeep Compass, Dodge Caliber and 2007 Dodge Nitro. Also included in the recall are the 2007 Chrysler 300, Jeep Commander, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Dodge Magnum and Dodge Charger.

Recall notices will be sent in February but if owners of these vehicles experience any instrument panel warning light illumination they should immediately have their car inspected by a dealer.   

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Will Chrysler’s Lifetime Powertrain Warranty be too Tempting to Pass Up?

Chrysler has announced that they will be offering a Lifetime Warranty on the powertrains of nearly all the products they own. Some stipulations and conditions apply to the warranty but it still is a very bold move by a company in transition. It almost seems as though Chrysler is the debutant of the Automotive Industry as they are constantly doing something to gain headlines.

The new Lifetime Warranty covers the engine, transmission and drive system for all parts and labor for the lifetime that the buyer owns the car. The powertrain warranty does not transfer when the original buyers sells or trades their car, but that does not takeaway from the giant leap they are taking with the offer. A leap that no other auto manufacturer has dared. While Hyundai has a 10 yr/100,000 mile warranty, the Chrysler warranty (assuming you are someone who can hold onto a car this long) will last its owner from 10 years, 1 day to a lifetime beyond the Hyundai warranty.

The Lifetime Powertrain Warranty covers all three brands consisting of Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep.

To read more about Chrysler’s official release that details the Lifetime Powertrain Warranty pay a visit to WindingRoad. You will also see new ads popping up on TV already as Jeep commercials are already in rotation.

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