Dodge Charger

The original Dodge Charger was built in 1965 as an option package for the Dart GT, then from 1966 to 1978 as a rear-wheel drive, two-door muscle car. It was built in four generations over the 12-year run, though the second-generation car, built from 1968-1970 is probably the most recognizable. This version was, and still is for many, the iconic Charger. During the late 1960s and early 1970s, the Charger was available with the same engines as the Challenger, including the 426 cubic-inch HEMI, the 440 Magnum and 440 Six-Pack. From 1983 to 1987 the Charger was re-envisioned as a compact hatchback. The Charger name then took a hiatus until the new sedan was released in 2006.

The 2011 Dodge Charger is expected to get a redesign, with more Challenger-like styling and possibly more power from the R/T and SRT8 versions. If it does come, it may appear as early as later this year at auto shows, with an on-sale date toward the end of 2010 or early 2011.


Check out the Dodge Chargers available at Chris Leith High Performance