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In the gallery below, you’ll find the full brochure for the 2009 Dodge Challenger, and yeah, there’s some good stuff to be found in there. We’re particularly fond of the R/T Classic package (above), which gets a coat of B5 Blue, 20″ torq-thrust lookalikes, T/A-style stripes, and the old-school script Challenger badge on the front fender. Unfortunately, while Chrysler was cooking up the retro badging, they neglected to order up some nouveau Fratzogs to really finish off the look, so the Ram-head shield sits on the hood, instead. Too bad. As for the rest of the car? Badass. There are some pretty cool stripe and wheel options to be had regardless of trim level, plus what’s sure to be a bevy of aftermarket parts from Mopar and other third parties. Finally, Chrysler’s offering a factory R/T Track Pack that, in its most aggressive form, combines the 6-speed Tremec with 20″ wheels and a 3.91 rear axle ratio. Bring money for tires. Ford is the king of leveraging its heritage to keep the Mustang interesting. Chrysler has a shot at doing the same thing here with the Challenger. From the looks of things, it’s off to a good start. That R/T Classic? Yeah, we could roll like that. Thanks to Challenger64HEMI for the heads-up!

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hat’s a Hyundai? We heard these words repeatedly while testing the new Genesis luxury sedan in the heart of the American Riviera, Santa Barbara, California. Compared immediately to models in the Lexus and Infiniti lines, we dig deep to find out if this Korean upstart is a poseur or the real deal.

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Mercedes today revealed its Ocean Drive concept, which will be on display at the North American Auto Show in Detroit early next month. The much-rumored four-door convertible is described as a one-off creation, but recent media reports indicate it could see production in a year.

Apart from the four doors, the unique concept features a very large and upright radiator grille, LED headlamps and taillights, and two-tone paintwork. The long side-window opening is not interrupted by a B-pillar or window frames.

The design study is based on the twelve-cylinder Mercedes-Benz S 600, and features an innovative soft-top mechanism with smooth operation and fast closing times, radar-based Distronic Plus, and the Airscarf neck-level heating system on all four seats. Gallery after the jump…

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An international sensation was created by the launch of the BMW 507, which was considered one of the most beautiful cars of all time. It was a must have for many filmmakers and even the King of Rock’n’Roll, Elvis Presley.

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Honda has unveiled recommended pricing for its 2009 Honda Pilot large SUV. The basic LX trim of the eight-seating SUV will be available at a price of $27,595 and the most expensive Pilot Touring will start at more impressive $38,395.

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Volkswagen has launched its compact SUV, the Volkswagen Tiguan in Australia. With this vehicles VW has maked its entry in the SUV segment of Australian market till now dominated by Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. Tiguan will be available in three engine specifications including, two petrol TSI four-cylinder engines developing 125 kW and 147 kW and one diesel 2.0 TDI developing 103 kW.

The 103kW 2.0TDI and 125kW TSI are delivered with six-speed manual transmissions as standard equipment. As an option, the Tiguan may be ordered with a six-speed tiptronic automatic, which is standard in the 147kW TSI model.

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he Subaru has launched STI tuned Subaru Legacy STI S402 for sale in the Japanese domestic market. This new limited edition model (only 402 unit to be made) is likely to be only for Japan and will be on sale from June 27th. The price for Subaru Legacy STI S402 station wagon version starts at 5,491,500 yen (US$52,471) while the base model of sedan variant cost 5.355 million yen (US$51,167).

Subaru Legacy STI S402 Specs & Features.
Both available body styles feature the same 2.5L turbocharged DOHC engine as the US and European Impreza STI’s and develops 282 hp of power and 392 Nm of torque. All this power is channeled through a six-speed manual gearbox.

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The Ferrari has begun the party a week earlier than expected by revealing first official pictures and details of its long anticipated supercar. Please welcome the all new Ferrari California. Like other current Ferraris, this Pininfarina-penned 2-seater comes with aluminium fabricated chassis and bodywork and slots in just below the 612 Scaglietti.

The Ferrari California joins the Prancing Horse’s 8-cylinder family and will be available exclusively as a convertible with an electrically powered folding hard top. The California will be powered by a new V8 engine mounted for the first time in the marque’s history in the mid-front position.

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