Rebirth of a Legend!!

3 Jul 2008 - My Challenger. One last pic before it leaves Boerne SuperStore in Boerne, TX for the trip to AZ.

3 July 2008 - My car left Texas at 11:36 MST today headed for AZ. It won't be long now. Again thanks go out to Boerne Superstores for a super job.

I've finally decided on a name for my new Challenger. As you can see, it's CRUSH. I came to it thinking of it's color, power and a favorite soft drink of mine back when I was young and this car had it's first and very short production run.

3 July 2008 - See page 2 for pictures of me and my car in Texas when I went to inspect, and accept it. The car is more then I have ever imagined it would be. It had less then 2 miles on it upon my arrival and was secured in a building by itself. The paint, the trim, the interior, the lines, the ride, the handling, the tires, the wheels, the power and yes even the luxury features are far above what I ever expected.. I have to say if a car can be perfect then this one is. I'm sorry it's not a car, it's an Automobile!!

I would also like to take this opportunity extend my sincere appreciation and thanks to the good folks at Boerne SuperStore in Boerne TX. All I can say is "SUPER" people. I felt more like I spent the past 2 days with family instead of buying a car. An extra special shout out to Don Starnes. I have to ask everyone.. when was the last time you went to buy a car and made a true friend? Thanks Don for making my 35 year old dream come true and #0904!

 25 June 2008 - I have purchased my plane tickets for the trip to Texas. The car arrived at the dealership today and I will arrive tomorrow morning. It has been a long wait but finally.....

June 2008 - A detailed build history:

CHALLENGER SRT-8 2008 - #904 of 6400
Congratulations! This step was completed on May 27, 2008.
Your Challenger’s current status.
Order processing and confirmation. Confirmation
We’ve received your order and plans to build your Challenger are underway.

Vehicle Shipment Status and History
Creation Date: 06-29-2008 08:43 PM EDT

Vehicle Status and Information
Vehicle Information
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): *****************
Order Number (VON): 21135812
Sold Order: No
Vehicle Status
Current Location: Boerne Chrysler Superstore, Boerne, TX
Bay Information:
Build Code: Plantrelease, 06/13/2008
Dealer Delivery ETA: 06/27/2008
*ETA is an estimated date for delivery, not a promise or guarantee. Actual delivery may vary.
Vehicle Distribution Information
Origin Assembly Plant: Brampton Assembly, ON
Origin Shipping Location: Windsor Assembly, ON
Distribution Center: Kirby, TX
Vehicle Description
Year: 2008
Make: Dodge
Model: CHALLENGER SRT8
Color: Unknown
Dealer Information
Dealer Code: 68076
Address: Boerne Chrysler Superstore
30300 Ih-10 West
Boerne, TX 78006
Vehicle Movement Information
Route Movements Event Date Location
Completed
Scheduled for Build (D1) 05/28/2008 06:34 AM CDT Brampton Assembly, ON
Reset Customer Comment 06/06/2008 07:25 AM CDT N/A
Built - Pending Inspection (I) 06/06/2008 08:09 AM CDT Brampton Assembly, ON 
Ship To Body Vendor (JB) 06/06/2008 10:24 AM CDT Brampton Assembly, ON 
Ship To Body Vendor (JB) 06/06/2008 10:24 AM CDT Windsor Assembly, ON
Ship To Body Vendor (JB) 06/06/2008 10:24 AM CDT Brampton Assembly, ON
At Facility 06/06/2008 12:11 PM CDT Brampton Assembly, ON
Truck Dispatch 06/06/2008 07:00 PM CDT Brampton Assembly, ON
VIN Delivery Pickup 06/07/2008 06:01 AM CDT Brampton Assembly, ON
Delivered to Body Shop 06/07/2008 09:00 AM CDT Ground Effects Ltd., Windsor, ON
Delivered to Body Shop 06/07/2008 09:00 AM CDT Ground Effects Ltd., Windsor, ON
Ship To Body Vendor (JB) 06/09/2008 06:41 AM CDT Brampton Assembly, ON
Ship To Body Vendor (JB) 06/09/2008 06:41 AM CDT Windsor Assembly, ON
Ship To Storage (JS) 06/09/2008 06:33 PM CDT Windsor Assembly, ON
Ship To Storage (JS) 06/09/2008 06:33 PM CDT Windsor Assembly, ON
Ship To Storage (JS) 06/09/2008 06:33 PM CDT Windsor Assembly, ON
Ship To Body Vendor (JB) 06/10/2008 06:40 AM CDT Windsor Assembly, ON
Ship To Body Vendor (JB) 06/10/2008 06:40 AM CDT Windsor Assembly, ON
Ship To Body Vendor (JB) 06/10/2008 06:40 AM CDT Windsor Assembly, ON
In Bay At Facility 06/10/2008 11:57 AM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Adv Ship Notice to Dest Ramp 06/10/2008 11:57 AM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Carrier Can Put On Hold 06/10/2008 11:57 AM CDT N/A
Carrier Can Put On Hold 06/10/2008 01:32 PM CDT N/A
Ramp Compare Inventory 06/10/2008 01:40 PM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Ramp Compare Inventory 06/10/2008 01:40 PM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Ramp Compare Inventory 06/10/2008 01:40 PM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Ramp Compare Inventory 06/10/2008 01:40 PM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Carrier Can Put On Hold 06/10/2008 01:40 PM CDT N/A
Delivery to a Location 06/10/2008 02:42 PM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Ship To Storage (JS) 06/11/2008 06:35 AM CDT Windsor Assembly, ON
Adv Ship Notice to Dest Ramp 06/11/2008 06:35 AM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Ship To Storage (JS) 06/11/2008 06:35 AM CDT Windsor Assembly, ON
Adv Ship Notice to Dest Ramp 06/11/2008 06:35 AM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Ship To Storage (JS) 06/11/2008 06:35 AM CDT Windsor Assembly, ON
Adv Ship Notice to Dest Ramp 06/11/2008 06:35 AM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Adv Ship Notice to Dest Ramp 06/13/2008 01:34 PM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Adv Ship Notice to Dest Ramp 06/13/2008 01:34 PM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Adv Ship Notice to Dest Ramp 06/13/2008 01:34 PM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Plant Release (KZ) 06/13/2008 01:34 PM CDT Windsor Assembly, ON
Paper Receipt 06/14/2008 08:23 AM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Ramp Compare Inventory 06/14/2008 03:55 PM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Staged For Shipment 06/14/2008 03:55 PM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Ramp Compare Inventory 06/14/2008 03:55 PM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Ramp Compare Inventory 06/14/2008 03:55 PM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
Departed Facility 06/17/2008 07:02 AM CDT VASC - Windsor Pillete Road, ON
In Bay At Facility 06/17/2008 01:05 PM CDT Sterling Heights Assy, MI
VIN Bay Preassignment 06/23/2008 05:26 PM CDT Kirby, TX
VIN Bay Preassignment 06/23/2008 05:26 PM CDT Kirby, TX
Unloaded From Railcar 06/23/2008 07:44 PM CDT Kirby, TX
VIN Delivery Pickup 06/25/2008 07:11 AM CDT Kirby, TX
VIN Delivery Pickup 06/25/2008 07:11 AM CDT Kirby, TX
Gate Exit from Facility 06/25/2008 08:37 AM CDT Kirby, TX
Gate Exit from Facility 06/25/2008 08:37 AM CDT Kirby, TX
Vehicle Delivered to Dealer 06/25/2008 09:46 AM CDT Boerne Chrysler Superstore, Boerne, TX
Current
Vehicle Delivered to Dealer 06/25/2008 09:46 AM CDT Boerne Chrysler Superstore, Boerne, TX

I traveled to Tx on 27 Jun to do paperwork amd sign for the car. The car left by closed trunk on 2 Jul and I received the car at my home in AZ om 7 July 2008.

Below is the dealer provided build information on my car.
Options:
Power Sunroof
AM/FM CD MP3 Navigation Radio (My Gig)
245/45ZR20-Front 255/45ZR20-Rear Performance Tires

Exterior:
Hemi Orange Pearl Coat Paint Goodyear Brand Tires
Bright Fuel Filler Door
Dual Rear Exhaust
"6.1L" Badge
Ram's Head Badge
Front and Rear Solar Control Glass
Power, Fold-Away Heated Mirrors
Body Color Exterior Mirrors
Hood Stripe
Satin Chrome Grille
"SRT8" Badge
20" x 9.0" Aluminum SRT Design Wheels
Painted black Rear Spoiler

Body Color Fascias
Dual Bright Exhaust Tips
Fog Lamps
Solar Control Glass
Dual Note Electric Horns
Power Trunk lid Release
Front License Plate Bracket
High Intensity Discharge Headlamps
Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers
"Challenger" Badge
Dodge I.D. Badge
Body Color Door Handles
Automatic Headlamps
Non-Locking Fuel Filler Cap
Rear Window Defroster

Interior:
Power Accessory Delay
Keyless Go
13-Speaker Kicker SRT High- Performance Audio
Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls
Heated Front Seats
Sun Visors w/Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
Front/Rear Climate Control Outlets
Floor Console with fore and aft sliding Armrest
Instrument Cluster
Cargo Compartment Dress-Up
Manual Driver & Passenger Lumbar Adjust
"Special Edition" Badge
Satin Silver Lock Knobs
Integrated in Rear Window Antenna
Leather Trim Seats
Power Windows, Front 1-Touch Down
Navigation System with GPS
200-Watt Kicker SRT Subwoofer
Rear Courtesy Lamps
SIRIUS(R) Satellite Radio
Temperature and Compass Gauge
Dark Slate Gray Interior Seating
1-Year Service provided by SIRIUS(R)

322-Watt Kicker SRT Amplifier
Traveler/Mini Trip Computer
Front Reading/Map Lamps
U-Connect Hands-Free Communication
Universal Garage Door Opener
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Tilt/Telescope Steering Column
180-MPH Primary Speedometer
Tire Pressure Monitoring Display
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Speed Control

Premium Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats
12-Volt Center Console Power Outlet
Instrument Cluster White Face with Tachometer
Instrument Cluster with Display Screen
Rear view Auto Dim Mirror with Microphone
Instrument Panel
Luxury Front and Rear Floor Mats
Leather Wrapped Shift Knob
Floor Carpet
Rear 60/40 Folding Seat
Rear Seat Armrest with Cup holder
Trunk Lamp 

Performance:
19-Gallon Fuel Tank
High Performance Suspension
Electronic Stability Program
AutoStick(R) Automatic Transmission
All-Speed Traction Control
3.06 Axle Ratio
Severe Duty II Engine Cooling
6.1-Liter SRT HEMI V8 Engine
Brake Assist
Anti-Lock 4-Wheel Disc Performance Brakes
160-Ampere Alternator
Functional Hood Scoop
Anti-Spin Differential Rear Axle
5-Speed Automatic Transmission
Performance Tuned Steering
Horse Power: 425 HP
Torque: 420 FT.-LB.

Safety & Security:
Center Rear 3-Point Seat Belt
Center Hi-Mount Stop Lamp
Tire Service Kit
Illuminated Entry
Child Seat Upper Tether Anchorages
Speed Sensitive Power Locks
Security Alarm
Supplemental Side Curtain Front/Rear Air Bags
Brake/Park Interlock
Advanced Multistage Front Air Bags
Keyless Entry
Supplemental Side Air Bags
Sentry Key Theft Deterrent System

UPDATE 2 July 2008 - This is the great team of folks from Boerne Chrysler Superstore that helped make my dream come true. I requested a final team picture with my car, before the hauler takes her away headed to AZ on 3 July 2008. I shall never forget them...Never...

Purchased from:

Don Starnes
Boerne Chrysler Superstore
30300 IH-10 WEST
BOERNE TX 78006
Phone: 830-755-8001

Me with the Dodge Challenger Concept car at the Phoenix car show in Feb 2007.