2010 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak Announced, Priced at $39,999

Mopar has announced the Dodge Challenger Drag Pak program will continue for the 2010 model year with another 100 factory-built drag cars coming down the pipeline.  With the huge success of the 2009 Challenger Drag Pack which sold out completely Dodge has given the green light for another year of Drag Pak Challengers.  The 2010 Challenger Drag Pak will feature a retro stone white paint scheme  built for sanctioned NHRA Stock, Super Stock and Comp Eliminator classes.

The 2010 Challenger Drag Pak is based on the SRT8 model with the vehicle being non-street legal powered by the 6.1-liter HEMI with a 5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmission.  The Challenger Drag Pak is finished in a Stock Eliminator configuration with the boys at Mopar eliminating several production type systems and components to reduce weight a considerable amount.  The weight savings adds up to an estimated 1,000 pounds from the production model.

The 2010 Drag Pak features several drag race components including composite lift-off hood with a functional scoop, Dodge Viper-style front seats, polycarbonate door windows, light-weight cooling module with electric fan, manual rack and pinion steering, a unique cable-operated deck-lid release, special light-weight front brake assemblies and special cable-operated throttle linkage and pedal assembly.

To own one of these monsters you will have to be quick and plunk down a reasonable MSRP of $39,999.  You can place an order by submitting a Dodge Challenger Drag Pak application at www.mopar.com.

For more on the 2010 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak check below.

Press Release:

Auburn Hills, Mich., Feb 22, 2010 - Following a first-year sell out of 100 factory-built program vehicles in 2009, Mopar announced its 2010 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak program.For 2010, the non-street legal V-8 powered, rear-wheel drive Dodge Challenger is available with the 6.1 liter HEMI® that may be set up with a 5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmission.

"We're proud of our drag racing heritage at Mopar and we will continue to support our drag-race customers where they compete," said Pietro Gorlier, President and Chief Executive Officer - Mopar Service, Parts and Customer Care, Chrysler Group LLC. "The Dodge Challenger Drag Pak program was a success last year, and we'll be carrying that momentum into our 2010 build."

Based on the 2010 Dodge Challenger SRT8® and finished in a Stock Eliminator configuration, Mopar engineers eliminated select production components and systems to reduce vehicle weight by approximately 1,000 pounds. To accentuate weight savings, the Dodge Challenger Drag Pak features unique drag-race components including: composite lift-off hood with functional scoop, Dodge Viper-style front seats, polycarbonate door windows, a light-weight cooling module with electric fan, manual rack-and-pinion steering, a special cable-operated deck-lid release, special light-weight front-brake assemblies and special cable-operated throttle linkage and pedal assembly.

The Dodge Challenger Drag Pak features a retro Stone White paint scheme and is sanctioned for NHRA Stock, Super Stock and Comp Eliminator drag racing. The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price is $39,999 and production begins this summer.

The 2009 Dodge Challenger Drag Pak program commemorated the 40th anniversary of the legendary 1968 Dodge Hemi Dart and Plymouth Hemi Barracuda package cars. The '68 Package Cars were sold as actual running cars with VIN identification. The 2009 and 2010 Package Cars are not running cars and do not come with VIN identification.

Orders for the 2010 Challenger Drag Pak must be submitted using the Dodge Challenger Drag Pak Application which is available now at www.mopar.com or from the Mopar Direct Connection Tech Line at 888-528-HEMI (4363). Customers should work with their local Dodge dealer to submit their application.