Chrysler Group to Auction Chairman and CEO Sergio Marchionne's Customized 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 and Mopar's Latest HEMI® V

Chrysler Group to Auction Chairman and CEO Sergio Marchionne's Customized 2011
  Dodge Challenger SRT8 and Mopar's Latest HEMI® V-8 Crate Engine to Benefit
                     United Way for Southeastern Michigan

- Auction will take place April 4-6, 2013 at Barrett-Jackson in Palm Beach,
Fla.

- Highest bidder will receive Marchionne's autographed and customized 2011
Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 and powerful Mopar Gen III 426 HEMI® V-8 crate
engine

- All proceeds will go to United Way for Southeastern Michigan

PR Newswire

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 11, 2013

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- In support of United Way
for Southeastern Michigan (UWSEM), a package of Chrysler Group Chairman and
CEO Sergio Marchionne's customized 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 and Mopar's
latest HEMI^® V-8 crate engine will be auctioned with all proceeds going to
UWSEM. The auction will take place during the Barrett-Jackson auction in Palm
Beach, Fla., April 4-6, 2013.

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This special contribution runs concurrent with United Way's annual community
giving campaign that was launched in September with a $35 million fundraising
goal for the organization. Marchionne, who serves as Campaign Chair for the
campaign, helped kick-off the annual campaign on Sept. 14 with a symbolic
torch lighting ceremony on Detroit's Hart Plaza.

"It gives me great pleasure to thank Sergio Marchionne and Chrysler Group for
their commitment to Detroit and its surrounding communities," said Michael J.
Brennan, President and CEO of United Way for Southeastern Michigan. "Through
the generous support of those who open their hearts and wallets during the
Barrett-Jackson auction, United Way can capitalize on the ability to
accelerate the impact of its work in three interconnected areas: education,
income and basic needs."

Marchionne's personal, one-of-a-kind 2011 Pitch Black Dodge Challenger SRT8
392 features a set of custom mixed "Dark Charcoal" racing stripes that were
hand laid by the designers in the SRT brand design studio and applied by the
master painters from the Chrysler Group's Product Design Office.

The Challenger SRT8 392 has been lowered using a Mopar adjustable coil-over
suspension kit to add even more performance attitude to its aggressive stance.
The car also features a Mopar exhaust system. The SRT designers wanted a
sinister look from every angle, so the tail lamps have been "smoked" and the
iconic 392 HEMI® fender badges have been re-created in gloss and satin black
finishes. The factory forged 20-inch-by-9-inch wheels have been finished in
matte black to complete its menacing looks.

The interior features custom-trimmed black leather seats embroidered with SRT
and 392 logos. Inside the instrument cluster, the SRT-exclusive Electronic
Vehicle Information Center with performance pages provides the driver with
trip information, multimedia information from the Media Center radio, along
with instant feedback for 0-60 mph, 60-0 mph braking, one-eighth mile and
quarter-mile elapsed times along with various G-force measurements.

As equipped from the factory, Marchionne's Challenger SRT8 392 is powered by
the proven 392-cubic-inch (6.4-liter) HEMI V-8 engine that pumps out 470
horsepower and 470 lb.-ft. of torque across a wide rpm range while still
delivering up to 23 miles per gallon on the highway with its six-speed manual
transmission. This legendary V-8 has gained some serious technology over the
years and now features an active intake and an innovative cam in cam
variable-cam timing that manipulates timing and overlap. Like the original 392
HEMI models from Chrysler Group, this Challenger backs its road presence with
performance numbers such as 0-60 mph in the high 4-second range and
quarter-mile elapsed time in the high 12s.

Mopar's newest all-aluminum crate engine – the Gen III 426 HEMI V-8 is rated
at 540 horsepower and 530 ft.-lbs. of torque for the buyer who wants even more
hard charging horsepower from under the hood.

For information on online and phone bidding, visit
http://www.barrett-jackson.com/bid/.

About SRT
The Chrysler Group's SRT (Street and Racing Technology) brand uses a
successful product development formula featuring five proven hallmarks:
awe-inspiring powertrains; outstanding ride, handling and capability;
benchmark braking; aggressive and functional exteriors and race-inspired and
high-performance interiors to remain true to its performance roots.

The SRT vehicle lineup features five vehicles that are world-class performance
contenders and bring the latest in safety technologies and creature comforts
including. The 2013 model year Chrysler 300 SRT8, Dodge Challenger SRT8 392,
Dodge Charger SRT8 and soon-to-be-launched 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT are
joined by the SRT flagship 2013 Viper and Viper GTS models, which are making
their highly anticipated return to the high-performance sports car market.

Follow SRT and Chrysler Group news and video on:
SRT site: http://drivesrt.com
Twitter: www.twitter.com/drivesrt or www.twitter.com/chrysler
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/drivesrt or
http://www.youtube.com/pentastarvideo
Chrysler Connect blog: http://blog.chryslergroupllc.com
Streetfire: http://members.streetfire.net/profile/ChryslerVideo.htm
Corporate website: http://www.chryslergroupllc.com

About the Mopar Brand
Mopar is Chrysler Group LLC's service, parts and customer-care brand and
distributes 280,000 parts and accessories. With the creation of the Chrysler
Group and Fiat SpA partnership, Mopar is extending its global reach,
integrating service, parts and customer-care operations in order to enhance
dealer and customer support worldwide. Combined with Fiat SpA, Mopar's global
portfolio includes more than 500,000 parts and accessories that are
distributed in more than 120 countries. Mopar is the source for all genuine
parts and accessories for Chrysler Group and Fiat SpA brands.

Mopar parts are unique in that they are engineered with the same teams that
create factory-authorized vehicle specifications for Chrysler Group and Fiat
SpA vehicles — a direct connection that no other aftermarket parts company can
provide. A complete list of Mopar accessories and performance parts is
available at http://www.mopar.com.

About United Way for Southeastern Michigan
United Way for Southeastern Michigan mobilizes the caring power of Wayne,
Oakland and Macomb counties to improve lives in measurable and lasting ways
throughout the region. The organization is led by a diverse group of
volunteers from business, labor, government, human services, education and the
community. United Way provides opportunities to invest in the metropolitan
Detroit community through its annual Campaign and is a leader in convening
partners to impact local residents each year by increasing economic
self-sufficiency, protecting children and youth at risk, strengthening
families, empowering neighborhoods and communities, and promoting health and
wellness. Additional information is available at www.LiveUnitedSEM.org.

For more information, please visit the Chrysler media site at
http://www.media.chrysler.com.

 

 

 

SOURCE Chrysler Group LLC

Website: http://www.chryslergroupllc.com
Contact: Dan Reid, (248) 512-0366 (office), (248) 202-7697 (cell),
dan.reid@chrysler.com; Gabrielle Schulte, (248) 512-6233 (office), (248)
821-9798 (cell), gabrielle.schulte@chrysler.com