Holy crap: saleen challenger

[hemibob]

I almost get giddy reading this:

Steve Saleen and his new company SMS introduced today the first product in his line of Signature Series ultra-high performance vehicles, the SMS 570TM Challenger and SMS 570XTM Challenger.

As a professional racecar driver and innovative businessman, Mr. Saleen is well known as the founder of a number of Steve Saleen brands including Saleen Autosport, Saleen Productions, Saleen Speedlab, Saleen Performance, Saleen, Inc. and now SMS. Mr. Saleen‘s latest endeavor will focus on the expansion into the high-end of the diverse American Muscle Car markets.

The fully certified and street legal SMS 570TM Challenger and SMS 570XTM Challenger will be based on the 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T and will feature a SMS Supercharged 5.7L Hemi with respective power ratings from 500 to over 700 horsepower. Both models are equipped with SMS high performance components including drivetrain, suspension, aerodynamics, tires, wheels and interior.

“The horsepower and torque that we are developing from the SMS Supercharged Hemi is phenomenal” said Billy Tally, SMS Chief Technical Officer, “combined with suspension and braking improvements our SMS Challenger will be an incredibly capable, refined and tractable vehicle”.

Each of these limited edition vehicles will be personally signed by Steve Saleen as part of the SMS Signature Series product line complete with unique badges and graphics. Production numbers will be limited per year depending on the model and the opportunity to be one of the few owners is limited to a first-come, first-served basis.

I do definately drool reading this.

[CrazyCurt]

O boy, it's about time saleen decided to make a chrysler car more awesomer.  Though I suppose they only want to be associated with cool as hell cars and the charger doesn't quite make the cut.

[dodger098]

I think this makes Dodge one of the premier brands out there.  The Challenger is an awesome vehicle and Steve Saleen will only make it better.

[hemiram]

I think this makes Dodge one of the premier brands out there.  The Challenger is an awesome vehicle and Steve Saleen will only make it better.

Dodge already is one of the premier brands.  No one else out there makes a racing version of every one of their vehicles.  I think saleen would have taken the 2 door Ram SRT 10 and done a bit with it but Dodge discontinued it.  He probably only wants to be associated with super fast and super cool cars which is why he's picking up the challenger but not the charger.  Now I just wish Chrysler would stop diluting the SRT brand by making an SRT version of jeep/chrysler vehicles.

[95concord]

I think this makes Dodge one of the premier brands out there.  The Challenger is an awesome vehicle and Steve Saleen will only make it better.

Dodge already is one of the premier brands.  No one else out there makes a racing version of every one of their vehicles.  I think saleen would have taken the 2 door Ram SRT 10 and done a bit with it but Dodge discontinued it.  He probably only wants to be associated with super fast and super cool cars which is why he's picking up the challenger but not the charger.  Now I just wish Chrysler would stop diluting the SRT brand by making an SRT version of jeep/chrysler vehicles.

I wouldn't say premier since not every version of a Dodge is exciting.  In fact, many versions have been lackluster and leave a lot to be desired.  I hope that the future of Dodge and Chrysler is looking up with better quality and better mpg.

[markedman]

The history of Dodge is well known among all auto enthusiasts.  The hemi smoked everyone and their brother on the nascar circuit back in 70.  Nascar had to regulate the hemi off the road which is lame.

[flint]

Now that saleen is into chrysler vehicles can we get a saleen Wrangler???

[hemibob]

Now that saleen is into chrysler vehicles can we get a saleen Wrangler???

haha, he only does sporty cars that could be used for the strip.  He wouldn't ever do a 4x4 or anything else that wasn't rear wheel drive.

[markedman]

Now that saleen is into chrysler vehicles can we get a saleen Wrangler???

haha, he only does sporty cars that could be used for the strip.  He wouldn't ever do a 4x4 or anything else that wasn't rear wheel drive.

x2, the history of Saleen is well known.  He would've done all the Chrysler muscle cars back in the 70s, and he's not going to do the charger because it has 4 doors.  The challenger is the first dodge product that he can do and keep his reputation.

[dodgerider]

I almost get giddy reading this:

Steve Saleen and his new company SMS introduced today the first product in his line of Signature Series ultra-high performance vehicles, the SMS 570TM Challenger and SMS 570XTM Challenger.

As a professional racecar driver and innovative businessman, Mr. Saleen is well known as the founder of a number of Steve Saleen brands including Saleen Autosport, Saleen Productions, Saleen Speedlab, Saleen Performance, Saleen, Inc. and now SMS. Mr. Saleen‘s latest endeavor will focus on the expansion into the high-end of the diverse American Muscle Car markets.

The fully certified and street legal SMS 570TM Challenger and SMS 570XTM Challenger will be based on the 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T and will feature a SMS Supercharged 5.7L Hemi with respective power ratings from 500 to over 700 horsepower. Both models are equipped with SMS high performance components including drivetrain, suspension, aerodynamics, tires, wheels and interior.

“The horsepower and torque that we are developing from the SMS Supercharged Hemi is phenomenal” said Billy Tally, SMS Chief Technical Officer, “combined with suspension and braking improvements our SMS Challenger will be an incredibly capable, refined and tractable vehicle”.

Each of these limited edition vehicles will be personally signed by Steve Saleen as part of the SMS Signature Series product line complete with unique badges and graphics. Production numbers will be limited per year depending on the model and the opportunity to be one of the few owners is limited to a first-come, first-served basis.

I do definately drool reading this.

Nice, now maybe dogde can have a vehicle in the next transformers movie.

[mwaller]

Holy crap: I'm sad.  I fully understand you all like performace additions to the Challenger, but did you look at the car?
It's a Mustang front end - yuck !  I want my Challenger, but I want my Mopar, not a Fopar.
Check out this months car and driver and Sam Poseys endorsement of another company, Group 5 anf their Challenger.

[diesel game]

Holy crap: I'm sad.  I fully understand you all like performace additions to the Challenger, but did you look at the car?
It's a Mustang front end - yuck !  I want my Challenger, but I want my Mopar, not a Fopar.
Check out this months car and driver and Sam Poseys endorsement of another company, Group 5 anf their Challenger.

I just looked it up, I don't think it looks too bad but you do have a point.  The front end of the saleen challenger does look a lot like their mustangs, maybe they're trying to go for a uniform look so that everyone can easily recognise a saleen car.




I hadn't heard about sam posey and his G5 challenger, it does indeed look pretty sweet

[hemibob]

Holy crap: I'm sad.  I fully understand you all like performace additions to the Challenger, but did you look at the car?
It's a Mustang front end - yuck !  I want my Challenger, but I want my Mopar, not a Fopar.
Check out this months car and driver and Sam Poseys endorsement of another company, Group 5 anf their Challenger.

I just looked it up, I don't think it looks too bad but you do have a point.  The front end of the saleen challenger does look a lot like their mustangs, maybe they're trying to go for a uniform look so that everyone can easily recognise a saleen car.




I hadn't heard about sam posey and his G5 challenger, it does indeed look pretty sweet

I had to do some more research on this when I saw it. 

From: http://www.vipercarparts.com/g5/vehicles.html


G5/S Package
 
G5/S Package – The G5/S package takes the SRT8 Challenger to the next level. Its extreme muscle car styling merged with balanced performance. The G5/S is a sport package that optimizes factory performance with improved handling, braking, and acceleration while adding aggressive styling.

Exterior Styling

    * Front recessed grill mesh is included along with a G5/S emblem.
    * SRT8 factory ram air hood with hood pins are optional.
    * G5 rear custom rear spoiler (same as the SRT8 Roadster)
    * G5 rear bumper cover and G5/S specific lower rear valence
    * Custom rear dual exhaust tips
    * Custom 20” G5 Magnum wheels (satin black, satin magnesium, or machined spoke recesses)
    * G5/S paint and graphics package
    * G5 Fuel Cap Assembly

Interior Styling and Accessories

    * G5/S Custom Seats
    * G5/S laser / water jet Door Treatment
    * G5/S laser / water jet Center Console Treatment
    * G5/S laser / water jet Dashboard Emblem
    * G5/S Laser Etched Serial Plate
    * Custom Gauge package
    * CNC Short Throw Shifter
    * Various Billet Aluminum Accessories

G5 S and S/C Performance Options

    * Sway Bar Package
    * Lowering Spring Package or Air Ride Tech.
    * Adjustable Strut/Shock package Ride Tech
    * Cold Air Induction kit and/or Ram Air K&N
    * Cat-Back Tuned Exhaust System Corsa Stainless
    * G5 composite hood
    * US AMPS RE AUDIO Sound System options


G5SC Supercharged
 
 G5/SC Package – The G5/SC package brings more power to the G5/S with it's Arizona Speed and Marine supercharged engine! Its extreme muscle car styling merged with balanced performance. The G5/SC is a sport package that optimizes factory performance with improved handling, braking, and acceleration while adding aggressive styling.

Exterior Styling

    * Front recessed grill mesh is included along with a G5/S emblem.
    * SRT8 factory ram air hood with hood pins are optional.
    * G5 rear custom rear spoiler (same as the SRT8 Roadster)
    * G5 rear bumper cover and G5/S specific lower rear valence
    * Custom rear dual exhaust tips
    * Custom 20” G5 Magnum wheels (satin black, satin magnesium, or machined spoke recesses)
    * G5/S paint and graphics package
    * G5 Fuel Cap Assembly

Interior Styling and Accessories

    * G5/S Custom Seats
    * G5/S laser / water jet Door Treatment
    * G5/S laser / water jet Center Console Treatment
    * G5/S laser / water jet Dashboard Emblem
    * G5/S Laser Etched Serial Plate
    * Custom Gauge package
    * CNC Short Throw Shifter
    * Various Billet Aluminum Accessories

G5 S and S/C Performance Options

    * Arizona Speed and Marine Supercharger
    * Sway Bar Package
    * Lowering Spring Package or Air Ride Tech.
    * Adjustable Strut/Shock package Ride Tech
    * Cold Air Induction kit and/or Ram Air K&N
    * Cat-Back Tuned Exhaust System Corsa Stainless
    * G5 composite hood
    * US AMPS RE AUDIO Sound System options


G5/R Package

G5/R Package – The G5/R package includes all of the options of the G5/S and more. Like the “R” indicates, this Group 5 package offers race-like performance for your street driven Dodge Challenger. There is a long list of options as well as the ability to have parts custom designed to the customer’s specifications.

Exterior Styling

    * The custom front recessed grill mesh is included along with a G5/R emblem.
    * G5 composite hood (not yet determined) can be optioned and G5 hood pins are included.
    * G5 composite shaker hood
    * G5/R Carbon Fiber Hood Optional
    * G5 rear spoiler 
    * G5/R Competition Aluminum Rear Spoiler optional
    * G5 rear bumper cover and G5/R specific lower rear diffuser.
    * Custom rear dual exhaust tips
    * Custom 20” G5 Magnum Fikse wheels 
    * Custom G5/R paint and graphics package
    * Custom G5 Fuel Cap Assembly

Interior Styling

    * G5/R Competition Front Seats
    * Competition 5-Point Harness
    * Rear Seat Delete Package Option
    * G5/R Custom Door Treatment
    * G5/R Center Console Treatment
    * G5/R Dashboard Emblem
    * G5/R Laser Etched Serial Plate
    * Custom Gauge package
    * Custom Short Throw Shifter
    * Billet Aluminum Accessories

G5/R Performance Options

    * Sway Bar Package
    * Fully Adjustable Suspension Package
    * Cold Air Induction kit and/or Ram Air
    * Complete Exhaust Packages from headers back to be offered
    * Engine Tuning Such As Crate Engines, Forced Induction, And Custom Hard Parts To Be Offered
    * Heavy Duty Driveline parts such as heavy duty transmission, and rear axle assembly parts available.
    * Optional Fuel Cell
    * Optional Roll Cage
    * Optional Carpet Delete
    * Optional Removable Steering Wheel
    * US AMPS Sound System Options available
    * Aftermarket wheels such as Fikse Wheels
    * Optional Competition quick-release aluminum front chin spoiler.


Looks pretty dang sweet, get interior options, a blower, handling, all that in one package that retains the look of the challenger.  I can't wait to get this car and do some of my own modifications 

[05ram]

That's pretty cool to see 2 big names in the industry taking the challenger and making a specific model for their high performance line.  It says something about the car when people use it as a base for something they put their name behind. 

[man o jeep]

Wish we could get some custom wranglers like you guys get race cars.  Then again I guess there's really no huge rock crawling competitions out there with big names to back them up.