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Saleen And Its New SMS Supercar Signature Series

According to Motor Authority, American performance carmaker Saleen and its new SMS supercar offshoot has finally revealed its first official product, the Signature Series performance line based on the 2009 Challenger R/T.  The lineup will consist of two new vehicles, the SMS 570 and SMS 570X Challengers, both fully certified and street legal and fitted with custom supercharged 5.7L Hemi V8s delivering 500hp (373kW) and 700hp (522kW) respectively.

The cars will feature Saleen’s current SMS 296 supercharger, which is applicable to both the 5.7L and 6.1L HEMI V8 engines. The water-to-air intercooled unit features state-of-the-art asymmetric multi-lobe screws for maximum efficiency. It also features a bypass system to allow for off-boost cruising. A belt-driven pulley spins the screws to drive the compressed air into the engine, while the Venturi and high-flow filter help keep the flow at high speeds. Another unique feature is the Red Butterfly Induction hood.

Other modifications include SMS branded drivetrain, suspension, braking, aerodynamics, tires, wheels and interior pieces. Some of the highlights include 20in alloys with 14in brake rotors up front and 12in units in the back, a full bodykit with a carbon-fiber diffuser, two-tone leather trim, and new gauges.

The SMS 570 Challenger will start at $60,000, while the 570X model will start at $70,000. Both models will carry a bumper-to-bumper factory warranty and are pre-production orders are now available through any Dodge dealer in the United States.

Reed Brothers Dodge is located on Route 355 at the Shady Grove Metro at 15955 Frederick Rd in Rockville, Maryland 20855. Call Reed Brothers Dodge in Rockville, Maryland at 877-681-5021 or visit our website www.reedbrothersdodge.com