Allpar is reporting that a SRT version of the new Jeep Cherokee is in the works. It will be AWD and with a hopped-up motor and utilize the nine-speed automatic transmission. No word on the engine: could be a Maserati-sourced twin-turbo V6 pushing over 400 hp, or a turbo 3-liter Pentastar V6 producing anywhere from 375 to 410 hp. This would definitely help enhance the image of the new Cherokee and could be a cool little ride if the price was right. Rendering by Suzqo44 at Allpar
Jerry Seinfeld’s Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee just started its second season, but for the third episode of season one they featured a 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A with comedian Brian Regan. Check out that episode at comediansincarsgettingcoffee.com and check out a video from 2012 featuring the car used in the shoot after the jump! Hopefully Jerry will feature some more cool Mopars soon!
Check out this sweet Slant Six A-body, which has been in Kevin’s family since the beginning. Here’s the word from Kevin:
This Duster was originally bought in February of ’76. It was purchased by my Grandmother and has worked its way down to myself. This car was never sold until I bought it from my Father. He is the man that has restored this car and all I am doing is a little finishing touches. All mechanical has been rebuilt, interior has been recovered and paint has been done. We love playing with old cars like this out here in the woods of East Texas.
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More pics after the jump!
The Dodge Charger is the most stolen new car in American according to the NHTSA. In 2011, it accounted for 4.8 thefts for every 1,000 cars produced. According to Automotive News, it is unclear why the Charger tops the list.
Experts are not exactly sure what makes the Charger so popular with thieves, although the car’s ample horsepower might be part of the equation. “If I were a thief I might be able to answer that better,” Moore (Vice President of the NHTSA) said during a phone interview. “They’re powerful vehicles,” he added.”
Still, thefts as a whole are on a sharp decline because of the use of ignition immobilizers. But that might not be enough if someone really wants your Mopar.
You’re looking at #76 of just 100 Drag Pak Challengers built in 2009. So what’s so special? This one has ZERO miles on it. Almost five years after it rolled off the assembly line, this Drag Pak Challenger is totally factory fresh and unmolested! The intake is still sealed in plastic! These cars are not street legal and cannot be made street legal. And they are missing lots of stuff–such a a final drivetrain. Still, think of the possibilities here. And the Buy It Now is just $47,900. So… would you preserve it or race it? Tons more pics after the jump, including the eBay auction text.
I first saw this car on Speedhunters, then I found a bunch more pics on Facebook. This 1970 Dodge Challenger is located in Yokohama, Japan. 318 power, funky gold paint, sidepipes, slots, vinyl top, a luggage rack and Farrah Fawcett on the hood. What else could you want? TONS more pics after the jump!
Dave bought the car in Falls City Nebraska in 2000 and took it back to Russellville, Arkansas where he lives. He restored it over the course of three years, though as he says, “it never ends.” It’s a factory 383 car, bored .30 over. Racing cam, Performer RPM Highrise intake, and 750 Edelbrock carb. 727 Automatic with Sure Grip rear end. More pics after the jump!
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For the second month in a row, the Mustang outsold the Camaro in June, with 10,263 Mustangs sold vs 7,326 Camaros. Pony cars sales have been a bit sluggish lately–Mustang sales are down 9.9% and Camaro sales are down 20.7%. But here’s the cool news: last month Challenger sales were up 27.2% with 5,191 cars sold! Watch out for Mopar! Via USA Today
What happens when you put a late model Charger up against the late 60s icon? The guys at Edmunds decided to find out. Who do you think won? Check out the video after the jump! There’s also a second interview with Bob Hartwig of Cinema Vehicle Services, who provided the authentic 440-powered General Lee, one of just 17 to survive filming the original TV series.
Note: there used to be an Inside Line article which went along with the video, but Edmunds deleted it when they decided to kill off Inside Line. Go figure.
