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Tag Archives: Dodge Challenger

Dodge Challenger the First: The 1959 Silver Challenger

Posted on February 2, 2019 by MCG

For many enthusiasts, the Dodge Challenger story begins in 1970. But years earlier, the Challenger name was used on a totally different product from the Dodge division.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler Corporation, Dodge, Dodge Challenger

Another Kind of Dodge Challenger: The Mitsubishi Years, 1978-1984

Posted on August 24, 2017 by MCG

The second-generation Dodge Challenger may not be so well-remembered today, but it was a well-built, fun-driving car. Here we take a quick look back at the Challengers that Mitsubishi built. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler Corporation, Dodge Challenger, Mitsubishi

Video: The Sheriff of Dodge Country, 1970

Posted on April 23, 2017 by MCG

With the tagline, “You in a heap of trouble, boy,” Dodge created a memorable character to pitch the 1970 Challenger on television: Sheriff J.W. Higgins. Here’s the story of Sheriff Joe and the commercial where it all began. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Dodge, Dodge Challenger, Sheriff J.W. Higgins

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