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Chrysler Caves in to NHTSA on Jeep Recall
After initially refusing to recall 2.7 million Jeeps following a NTHSA warning about fire danger, Chrysler has reversed course. They are now asking that owners of 1993 to 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokees and 2002 to 2007 Jeep Libertys bring the vehicles in for inspection.
“As a result of the agreement, Chrysler Group will conduct a voluntary campaign with respect to the vehicles in question that, in addition to a visual inspection of the vehicle will, if necessary, provide an upgrade to the rear structure of the vehicle to better manage crash forces in low-speed impacts.
Chrysler Group’s analysis of the data confirms that these vehicles are not defective and are among the safest in the peer group. Nonetheless, Chrysler Group recognizes that this matter has raised concerns for its customers and wants to take further steps, in coordination with NHTSA, to provide additional measures to supplement the safety of its vehicles.
Chrysler Group regards safety as a paramount concern and does not compromise on the safety of our customers and their families.”
Via Chrysler
Reader’s Rides: Scott Campisi’s 1975 AMC Matador
I’d like to present our very first reader’s ride! A sweet ’75 Matador. Here’s the word from Scott:
The pictures were taken the final day of the 2013 Hot Rod Power Tour, approximately 1500 participants. It was one of only 5 AMC long haulers that I counted and the ONLY Matador. That’s what makes her special, no one will ever say its Another Matador.
Bored 30 over AMC 360 with Edelbrock carb, cam and intake; Headman headers exhaling into dual side pipes; Built TorqueFlight 727; and a modified AMC-20 rear-end with a Detroit locker limited slip conversion. Bumpers are deleted with the holes in the rear removed, body and paint by Killeen, Macco (The only ones willing to take on the project in the area, everyone else said it was too hard) with Icelandic Green paint and custom ghost flames.
Looks great, and many thanks to Scott for sending in the pics–one more after the jump!
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1964 Plymouth Savoy Max Wedge Drag Car
This thing popped up at Barrett-Jackson back in 2006. What a beast! The price was set at $55,000 but it is unclear whether it sold. More pics plus details from the listing with some specs after the jump!
1964 Dodge A100 Pickup up for Auction
Here’s another cool Mopar being auctioned off at the same time as those five 1987 Shelby Charger GLHS’s–a 1964-Dodge-A100-pickup. Not a lot of info but it sure looks good with the blue/white paint scheme and Cragars! More pics after the jump! Via BidSpotter
Dodge Scores a Win in NASCAR Canadian Tire Series
Pete Shepherd III won the EMCO 200 at the Delaware, Ontario Speedway this weekend, driving the #7 Dodge Challenger. He took the lead after 150 laps and held on to win. “The car was awesome. We knew if we could stay out of trouble early on that we could race for the win at the end.” Dodge was dominant in this race: seven of the top ten finishers were Dodge cars. Via Allpar
SRT Viper Ready for 24 Hours of Le Mans This Weekened
It’s been over ten years since a Viper ran at Le Mans, but SRT is returning for the 90th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans this weekend! A lot has changed since Vipers won the GTS class three consecutive times, from 1998 to 2000, but SRT feels they are ready, with two identically prepared Viper GTS-Rs. The No. 91 Viper has already had three top-five finishes in the ALMS series, including a third place at Long Beach. More pics after the jump! Via Autoweek
Brad Riepe’s Awesome Pro Touring 1969 Plymouth Road Runner
This car has been featured all over the net and from this pic you can probably tell why. Brad Riepe of Iowa bought this 1969 Plymouth Road Runner at age 16 in 1983 for $100, but the transformation didn’t start until 1999, when he bought a NHRA Pro Stock Hemi. The motor is pushing a whopping 1,300 hp and Brad keeps things in control with a Viper suspension and big Wilwood brakes. More pics plus some video after the jump! Via Fastcar UK, Streetlegal TV and Lateral-g.net
2013 SRT Viper with Hennessey Performance Upgrades on the Dyno
Hennessey adds long-tube headers, a 3-inch exhaust, K&N filter and high-flow cylinder heads to bump power up to 725 hp and 695 lb-ft of torque–that’s a major improvement over the stock 640 hp! Video after the jump! Via GTSpirit
Hemi Powered Volvo Gasser
How is this for insane? A Hemi-powered Volvo gasser. That’s actually a 331 cubic inch Hemi from 1954. Check it out with all the usual top-notch photography over at Speedhunters
