Dodge Challenger Gets New Heritage-Inspired Options
The Dodge Challenger has added a new Shakedown Package to its lineup.
Now available on the Challenger R/T Shaker, R/T Plus Shaker, and 392 HEMI Scat Pack Shaker, the Shakedown Package adds a new Alpine audio system, white-face gauges on the instrument cluster, and unique asymmetrical black racing exterior stripes. The features of the package are inspired by the 1971 Dodge Shakedown Challenger Concept, first shown at the 2016 SEMA Show.
In addition, the iconic B5 Blue and Plum Crazy exterior paint colors are now available on all Charger models and Challenger T/A, T/A Plus, and T/A 392 models. The two paint shades will be added to all other Challenger models at a later date.
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The Shakedown Package will cost $995 and includes six premium speakers and a 275-watt amplifier in the R/T Shaker model. The R/T Shaker Plus and 392 HEMI Scat Pack Shaker get nine premium speakers and a 506-watt amplifier.
“Dodge//SRT has a rich history of using iconic heritage and high-impact colors and unique graphics to make our vehicles look custom, straight from the factory,” said Steve Beahm, head of Passenger Car Brands, Dodge//SRT, Chrysler and Fiat – FCA North America. “Whether a customer remembers B5 and Plum Crazy from when they were new in the ‘60s and ‘70s or they’re a new customer today, these paint colors and unique Shaker stripes stand out in the crowd and speak to our customers’ passion for their cars and their love of the Dodge and SRT brands.”
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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Nine speakers? But, but, but I have only two ears!