The ‘Last Call’ for Dodge Chargers and Challengers is here, and with this last call comes a celebration of the modern muscle car. The Charger and Challenger models will be receiving special version releases. Muscle car enthusiasts, this one is for you.
It has been a legendary run, but Dodge has announced that 2023 will be the final year for the Dodge Charger and the Dodge Challenger. The two gas-powered vehicles are set to be discontinued as Dodge turns its focus towards electric vehicles. Dodge has announced the release of an electric version of the Charger, the Charger Daytona SRT, set to come out in 2024, but these vehicles won’t be available until the has-powered versions have had their last hurrah.
As Dodge takes us down memory lane one last time, let’s take a look at the ‘Last Call’ models that Dodge plans to release in 2023.
The Swan Song for Dodge Muscle
It is the end of an era for Dodge muscle cars, at least for gas-powered vehicles, that is. But it’s not over just yet. The celebration is still happening, so without further introduction, there are Dodge’s final models and trims, the last call.
2023 Dodge Charger Black Ghost
The Black Ghost takes the modern Charger look and gives it a retro twist. This model is a call back to the Dodge Challenger R/T SE, a rarity when it was released in 1970. Back then, it was fitted with a 426 CID Hemi V8 and utilized a four-speed transmission. This car was a popular addition to the street racing scene.
Now, with the release of the modern BlackGhost, the Charger has changed quite a bit. There are some similarities, like the Gator Grain vinyl roof of the original and the white bumblebee stripes, which were borrowed from the 1970 model. The 2023 version will be built upon the Hellcat Redeye design, and only 300 of these will be made. So, if you happen to see one on the road in a year’s time, don’t hesitate to take a few pictures.
2023 Dodge Charger King Daytona
The one question you should be asking is: Who is the king? The Dodge Charger King Daytona answers that. This vehicle is a celebration of “Big Willie” Robinson and his 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona.
The King Daytona will also be built upon the Hellcat Redeye design. And for those unaware, that means it will have a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine, pumping out 807 hp. Additionally, this trim comes with a unique King Daytona-styled exterior and an orange accent stitching on the inside. The King Daytona will only have 300 vehicles. Will you be one of the lucky owners?
2023 Dodge Charger Swinger
Inspired by Dodge’s Dart Swinger package, this flashback to the 60s tells the story of the Charger Scat Pack Widebody. The Charger Swinger will have a 6.4-liter Hemi, Swinger interior badging, and Gold School 20-inch wheels. The Swinger will come with three finishes: Charger in F8 Green, Sublime Green, and White Knuckle. Luckily, there will be a lot more of these manufactured. There will be 1000 of them made available to the public.
2023 Dodge Challenger Swinger
The Dodge Challenger Swinger is going to be very similar to the Dodge Charger Swinger. How Similar? You might be asking. Well, they are virtually the same. They come with all the exact trim details, as well as the colors. They are even both designed off of the R/T Scat Pack Widebody. Like the Charger Swinger, this Challenger will have 1000 produced. When it comes to the two versions of the Swinger, the important question is: What do I like more, the Challenger or the Charger?
2023 Dodge Charger Super Bee
The Dodge Super Bee is hot, funky, and fast. As probably the groovy trim available, the Super Bee, like its cousin, the Challenger Shakedown, explores the Charger R/T Scat Pack and Charger R/T Scat Pack Widebody. The Super Bee has a 6.4-liter Hemi and is an image of the popular B-Body Mopar model. There are two colors available for the Super Bee. In the standard Scat Pack trim, the Super Bee will have a vibrant B5 Blue. The widebody version will come in Plum Crazy purple. Besides color, these versions will come with unique graphics and other special features.
2023 Dodge Challenger Shakedown
The 2023 Dodge Challenger Shakedown is a sleek, smooth addition to this ‘Last Call’ lineup. The Shakedown hits the rewind button and pays its dues to the 1971 Challenger, which was a show car that used the same name. The Shakedown will come with two trims of its own with the Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack and Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack Widebody trim. With a 6.4-liter Hemi V8 that makes 485 hp and 475 lb-ft of torque, the Shakedown will be breaking necks for its style as well as its speed. This Challenger will come with unique graphics, badging, and a distinct grille. With only 500 of these being manufactured, enthusiasts should act quickly to get their hands on one.
Wrapping up
As Dodge wraps up this amazing story with some amazing vehicles, it is important to appreciate the history of muscle cars. Gas-powered vehicles are taking their last drive, so to speak, and it only makes sense for them to go out with exhausts booming and wheels screeching. If you are lucky enough to get one of these amazing-looking cars, then good for you. And if you happen to see one of these at your local Dodge dealership next year or in the years to come, don’t forget to appreciate what these cars stand for and the history of such impressive engineering. The future is coming, but the days of old are still here. Let’s enjoy them while they last.
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