2013 Dodge Challenger

2013 Dodge Challenger R/T Redline Hardtop For 2013, the Challenger delivers exactly what Dodge enthusiasts want: Optional R/T Redline trim with modern muscle car cues, a potent 375 horsepopwer Hemi V 8 engine, six speed stick or driver adaptable paddle shift automatic transmissions and a performance tuned chassis for world class dynamics. 'The new Challenger R/T Redline fuses our iconic heritage with a one of a kind customized appearance,' said Reid Bigland, President and CEO, Dodge Brand. 'Featuring unique body side stripes and black chrome wheels with red accents, the new R/T Redline combines unmatched personalization with the unmistakable performance of the legendary Hemi.' Carguychronicles.com For consignment, a 2013 Dodge Challenger R/T Redline hardtop with a title verified 10,401 actual miles. Just five years after the reintroduction of the Challenger, Dodge created this special edition and our research has found that only an estimated 567 R/T Redlines were built for 2013. That number doubled in 2014. Exterior One look at the profile and it's apparent this is not your run of the mill Challenger. Naturally, Dodge's unwavering boldness means that putting custom graphics and a long, red stripe on the side is not out of the question, nor the name of the edition. This special livery is bolstered by red rim trim added to the wheels which have a color closely matching the Granite Crystal Metallic paint that adorns the body. A race style gas cap stands out as the only bit of chrome on the side unless you count the lug nuts, and the rest of the car maintains the monochromatic gray coverage. The straight rear light bar in the back looks cool in daylight and especially at night, while the menacing stare of the front fascia never gets old, regardless of what's under the hood! Imperfections are few and include scuffs and chips on the nose piece, a stain on the roof, some general inclusions and chips. Interior Robust plastic door panels include a cover which houses the armrest with easy access to window switches and the door handle, as well as some storage below. The Dark Slate Gray palette continues with the thick bucket seats, in black and gray cloth and tuck and roll pleated inserts and the 2+2's in back appear almost as supportive with raised seat sides and a fold down armrest, all looking fresh. The leather wrapped steering wheel leads a clean and practical dashboard, four main gauges with white faces and red needles confront the driver with all the essential information while air conditioning and the AM/FM/CD radio take their place in the center. We can call the shifter a modernized, stylized pistol grip unit in the center console, melding the idea of gunslinger and road warrior meeting in a dark room. Dodge mats protect the low pile black carpet below and the padded headliner above looks to be in great shape. The trunk is spotless and lined with gray cloth covered panels for a finished and clean presentation. Drivetrain Under the hood and tucked in the clean engine bay is Dodge's venerable 5.7 liter Hemi V8 putting out 375 horsepower, fuel injected, and tied to a Tremec TR6060 6-speed manual transmission, rebuilt in 2018, and sending the herd to the back where it finds 3.90 gears in the rear differential. The heavily shrouded engine bay presents cleanly. Undercarriage The underside is wonderfully clean and dry. Dual exhaust runs through original equipment mufflers and resonators on its way to square exhaust tips in back. Suspension consists of Macpherson struts in front and independent coil springs in back. Naturally, power disc brakes are on all four red colored inner wheels when it's time to bring those horses back to the stable. We note one splash guard has a cracked corner dislodged from the rest. Drive-Ability Like most, this one's been pampered and is comfortable on the inside which hugs you like a thick blanket and puts a fat steering wheel in your hand to pilot it. And pilot it we did