dodge shakedown challenger has a blacked-out body from 1971

included in the six vehicles built specifically for the 2016 SEMA show is the dodge ‘shakedown challenger’, a modernized iteration of the classic dodge from 1971. built in collaboration with fiat / chrysler groups subdivision for parts; accessories; and modifications, mopar, it weaves together design cues from the past and present to form a truly unique creation.

built in collaboration with mopar

boasting a hand-built, one-off frame with a removable body, the blend of yesterday and today is distinctly visible through exterior styling, but comes to throaty fruition under the hood, where new mopar-powered products administer an electrifying jolt to the heart of the classic 1971 dodge ‘challenger’. the ‘shakedown challenger’ drives 485 horsepower to the pavement via a viper tremec ‘T6060’ six-speed transmission and circulation is enhanced with a mopar concept cold-air intake; and a custom dual exhaust with black powder-coated mopar exhaust tips.

boasts 485 horsepower under the ’71 hood

the custom front and rear suspension is lowered, dropping the ‘shakedown challenger’ closer to the road–or to the track–creating a capable performer versatile enough to tackle the street; or pro touring / drift-type motorsports competition. braking power is supplied by brembo-red ‘SRT hellcat’ six-piston front brakes; and four-piston rear brakes.

interior styling accented with carbon fiber + red stitching

the quintessential dodge is further stylized with modern interior modifications. dodge ‘viper’ front seats are re-trimmed in black leather accented by black alcantara inserts and red stitching. this complements the embroidery of the ‘viper’ steering wheel, featuring a custom satin black airbag cover and shroud. the black leather gear / stick shift expresses that this is a modern ‘challenger’, capped by an ‘SRT hellcat’ gearshift knob. a mopar instrument panel features all black gauges, contrasting with the gloss carbon fiber instrument panel cluster trim. the center console; steering wheel trim; and door panels also make use of gloss carbon fiber, while a black ‘shakedown’ badge outlined in red proudly adorns the dashboard.