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But such a thing is finally happening, presumably late next year for the 2028 model year, and the best candidate for the job seems to be the mighty Hellcat engine. You know, as in the mill that made over 700 horsepower in its most basic configuration, more than 800 horsepower on certain models, and a whopping 1,025 in its most potent guise under the hood of the Dodge Challenger Demon 170.
The latter remains the most powerful muscle car ever made and also the fastest, as it hits 60 mph (97 kph) in a very devilish 1.66 seconds. With E85 in the tank, it has 1,025 hp and 945 pound-feet (1,280 Nm) of torque to play with, and in perfect conditions, with a skilled driving sitting behind the wheel, it will complete the standing quarter mile in 8.91 seconds, at 151+ mph (243+ kph). Not bad for a bone-stock machine, is it?
Some might believe that the Hellcat engine is pretty much dead and buried today, but that’s wrong, because it is still a thing, and it powers the Ram 1500 SRT TRX and the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat. And if everything goes well, then it will also make its way under the hood of the modern-day Charger. This would allow the latter to better rival the S650 Ford Mustang, and would also lift the bar for the upcoming Chevy Camaro, which is rumored to launch as a four-door sedan only.
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Now, while some enthusiasts are still waiting for Dodge’s modern-day muscle car to finally sit on the same step of the podium as the Ford Mustang, which is the only one in its class to be offered with V8 firepower today, perhaps joined by the rumored Copperhead (SRT), others continue to enjoy their V8-powered Challenger, or the old Charger. Or they’re probably dreaming about finally owning one of these, and if you are part of the latter category, then you may want to keep reading.
That’s because the muscle car pictured in the gallery is for sale in the States, and it is a Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody. The machine looks monstrous with its OEM double scoops on the grille, the factory widebody, the standard apron and ducktail spoiler, the SRT emblems, Y-spoke alloys, and so on. This one features an Octane Red exterior paint finish, and rides on glossy black wheels that spin around the red brake calipers.
On the inside, it features black leather upholstery with some white stitching for contrast, and also has some carbon trim, and the regular gear that this model was offered with. It is a 2021 model year car with a 220 mph (354 kph) speedometer, the listing reveals, the Plus Package, ventilated front seats, Driver Convenience Group, Laguna Leather Package, Laguna Leather Seats with SRT Hellcat logo, premium Laguna door trim panels, the Widebody Competition Suspension, an SRT Power Chiller, and a few other things.
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As for the firepower, it came from the ubiquitous Hellcat lump, a 6.2-liter supercharged V8 that was officially rated at 797 horsepower (808 ps/594 kW) and 707 pound-feet (959 Nm) of torque in this case. The engine’s peak output was available at 6,300 rpm, and the maximum torque at 4,500 rpm. The model hit 60 mph (97 kph) in roughly 3.5 seconds, completed the 1/4-mile in 10.8 seconds at approximately 131 mph (211 kph), and topped out at 203 mph (327 kph).
Sure, the power and the performance may not be up there with the mighty Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170, but this 2021 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody still offers more than enough oomph for daily drives. Not to mention that it can give real supercars a run for their money, while costing a fraction of their price. This one is said to have some 21,000 miles (~33,800 km) under its belt, and if you really want it, then you can park it in your driveway, after signing your name on the dotted line, and transferring the funds.
Speaking of the Benjamins, one should expect to pay between $55,000 and over $80,000 for a 2021 model year Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody in today’s used car market in the USA, and the latter number is for low-mileage examples that have less than 5,000 miles (~8,000 km) on their clocks. So, how much is the pictured muscle car? That would be $52,991, which is about as much as a new Toyota Highlander.
Interested parties should know that this one has an R-title, hence the asking price, and you can find it in the possession of @automotive_ambitions on Instagram. Is it worth the money in your opinion?
