Challenger Convertible

[Cuda340]

DETROIT — Convertible versions of the Dodge Challenger and Chevrolet Camaro are expected to become reality in the 2010 model year, according to supplier sources familiar with the product cycle plans at the two Detroit automakers.

See:

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=124202

[DubleDex]

Based on their initial orders and general buzz over this vehicle, they'd really be silly NOT to make a convertible. Add to that the iconic nature of the original convertible version of the 70's car - it only makes sense.

Man, I don't really think of myself as a "convertible guy" ... but this car is going to look REALLY good as a convertible. Decisions. Decisions.



Oh, wait. I won't have nearly enough money to get one anyway. Guess that decision was easy. (*fingers crossed for generous raises in the next two years*)

[My Hemi]

Originally Posted by DubleDex

Oh, wait. I won't have nearly enough money to get one anyway. Guess that decision was easy. (*fingers crossed for generous raises in the next two years*)

Don't worry about it --- the bank has plenty o'money!!

[Tails]

My plan is to start buying lottery tickets..........

[Sublime#0018]

Ouch, now I'll have to wait longer.

[Cuda340]

A convertible 2010 hemi-orange SRT Challenger was pictured in the June 2008 issue of Car and Driver.

The caption under the photo says:

What it is: The recently introduced Challenger loses its top in 2009.

Why is it important: Gives people mourning the loss of the Prowler a nostalgic alternative.

Competition: Reborn Chevrolet Camaro, Plymouth Prowler, a 70s Challenger, a mullet.

Estimated arrival and cost: Arrives in the spring of 2009. Expect a $5,000 premium over the hardtop.

[JS29R0B]

Originally Posted by Cuda340

Competition: Reborn Chevrolet Camaro, Plymouth Prowler, a 70s Challenger, a mullet.

...I never owned a Camaro, never had a mullet......but I have 3 Prowlers and 3 1970 Challengers

[NOTSURE]

I read in edmonds they may event pump out an AWD version.

[BlackRT]

I saw the Car and Driver pic of the Challenger Convertible today... I'd like to see more. Anyone have a way to scan and post? Maybe I should do that myself? Anyway, the thing I noticed 1st and most y different about it was the front windshield pillars (A pillars?) and horizontal support were a brushed aluminum look. I'm not so sure I like that. I like the body color paint there myself. It looked a little cheap IMO. I guess it was another attempt at a design cue to recall memories of classic styling.

Originally Posted by Cuda340

A convertible 2010 hemi-orange SRT Challenger was pictured in the June 2008 issue of Car and Driver.

The caption under the photo says:

What it is: The recently introduced Challenger loses its top in 2009.

Why is it important: Gives people mourning the loss of the Prowler a nostalgic alternative.

Competition: Reborn Chevrolet Camaro, Plymouth Prowler, a 70s Challenger, a mullet.

Estimated arrival and cost: Arrives in the spring of 2009. Expect a $5,000 premium over the hardtop.