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Mar 19, 2024

Chalkstorm By ExoMod Customs: A 885 HP Modern Carbon

A perfect union of old-school cool and modern tech, eXoMod's C68 ChalkStorm is the ultimate upgrade for your modern Challenger For fans of Dodge, the name eXoMod evokes mental imagery of some of the

A perfect union of old-school cool and modern tech, eXoMod's C68 ChalkStorm is the ultimate upgrade for your modern Challenger

For fans of Dodge, the name eXoMod evokes mental imagery of some of the most exciting “retromod” builds ever. The company is a pioneer in rebuilding modern Challengers tastefully with old-school muscle car body kits. The result is a stunning carbon fiber dream which resembles a 68’ Charger but with the latest engine, chassis, and powertrain underneath. Initially, the company was using steel panels to build their custom bodies, however, as time went on they switched to carbon fiber for the strength and weight reduction benefits.

The ‘ChalkStorm’ is a 2022 Hellcat Challenger rebuild with a gorgeous custom 1968 Charger wide body carbon fiber shell painted with Porsche Chalk paint. This build also gets a dealer-installed Direct Connection Stage 2 Kit, which increases the stock engine’s output to a blistering 885 horsepower. The result is a 1968 Charger which drives and feels like a modern supercar, even better than the stock version owing to the significant weight reduction properties of the carbon fiber.

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The company guarantees an exceptional experience for each project, meticulously ensuring that every handcrafted masterpiece remains a one-of-a-kind creation. Every project undergoes 1500 hours of rigorous craftsmanship before completion. The ChalkStorm is outfitted with a custom carbon fiber wide body with a Porsche Chalk paint job, satin black grille, and satin black graphite trim. eXoMod leverages the expertise of its team, which is composed of some of the best carbon designers and manufacturers in the USA. The full list of external mods includes:

Company CEO Rick Katzeff had this to say about the build “ChalkStorm is a very special build, and we’re proud to be offering it to our clientele, From the custom Porsche Chalk paint to the Direct Connection Stage 2 kit, this car exudes class and raw power. We’re happy to build more and customize them right down to the most minute detail.”

The result is the best of both worlds - vintage muscle with all the modern technology you need.

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Within the interior, the cutting-edge technology and modern comforts found in the current Challenger Hellcat are preserved. This encompasses an advanced infotainment system complete with heated and ventilated front seats, GPS Navigation, Advanced SRT Multistage airbags, and an immersive Harman Kardon 18-speaker audio. The ChalkStorm also comes with modern safety sensors for Blind-Spot and Rear Cross-Path Detection. Other safety features include Launch Control with Launch Assist, Electronic Stability Control, and Active Damping Suspension. A perfect amalgamation of contemporary safety features with a vintage carbon fiber shell.

Equally contemporary is its powertrain, underneath the hood of the ChalkStorm, is a 6.2 Liter Supercharged V8 with a Stage 2 Kit installed directly from the dealers, which means you get to keep the dealer warranty of 60,000 miles on the powertrain. This is eXoMod's top-tier Platinum C68 Package, making it a direct derivation of the Hellcat Redeye. This configuration entails the utilization of the 6.2-liter supercharged Hellcat V-8 engine, generating an impressive 808 horsepower and 707 pound-feet of torque. This formidable power is channeled to the rear wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission. The ChalkStorm will set you back $3,49,000.

Notably, eXoMod also offers alternate packages - The Gold Package finds its origins in the 707 horsepower SRT Hellcat, featuring its distinctive supercharged V-8 power plant. The Silver Package is established upon the bones of the Dodge Scat Pack model, which houses a 6.4-liter engine that delivers 485 horsepower. What's remarkable is that each package can be enhanced in terms of power, with the Platinum Package reaching the zenith at an astounding 885 horsepower. The Gold Package model can be enhanced to reach 775 horsepower, while the Silver Package can achieve 530 horsepower.

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The ‘Black Velvet’ Challenger SRT is another spectacular example of the eXoMod’s aesthetic sensibility. The Black Velvet C68 Charger boasts a distinctive coat of Black Pearl paint, adorned with unique stripes, graphite accents, and an interior swathed in Black Laguna leather. To amplify its sense of elegance, the Black Velvet Charger cruises atop Forge line's Rodster custom brushed finish transparent smoke wheels, encased in Nitto tires for an added touch of flair. eXoMod sweetens the deal by including 15.7-inch slotted rotors matched with six-piston Brembo brake calipers.

There is also the eXoMod 2022 SEMA Feature Car, the C68 Carbon - Plum Crazy Pearl. This special car was built on an SRT Hellcat chassis and powered by a 6.2-liter supercharged Hellcat engine, producing 717 horsepower and 656 pound-feet of torque. The Plum Crazy Pearl is further enhanced by the addition of custom LED driving lights. The interiors of this build include Italian Amaretto Leather Seats, a custom Italian Leather Door Panel, and a suede headliner.

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In the realm of automotive innovation, eXoMod stands as a beacon of visionary craftsmanship, forging a bridge between the past and the future. Through their ingenious "retromod" philosophy, they have breathed new life into iconic classics, elevating them to astonishing heights of power, style, and technology. The ChalkStorm, a marvel born from this creative crucible, embodies the fusion of heritage and modernity. With its bespoke 1968 Charger wide body carbon fiber shell, drenched in Porsche Chalk paint, it encapsulates the allure of yesteryear coupled with the vigor of cutting-edge engineering.

However, eXoMod’s prowess doesn't cease at aesthetics; it's mirrored within the very core of their builds. The meticulous interior preserves the comforts of contemporary luxury, housing an advanced infotainment system and a suite of safety features. Yet, beneath this exquisite exterior lies the beating heart of raw power – the 6.2-liter supercharged Hellcat V-8, magnified to a staggering 808 horsepower, ready to command the roads.

In the hands of eXoMod's engineers, every package offered becomes a chapter, a journey for enthusiasts to tread upon. From the opulent Gold Package's supercharged V-8 prowess to the Silver Package's roaring 485 horses, each path leads to an experience of both reminiscence and innovation, tailored to one's desires. And as one steps into one of their creations, it becomes starkly apparent that eXoMod doesn't merely craft cars; they fashion experiences, and dreams realized in the form of automotive artistry.

In the world of eXoMod, the intersection of heritage and modernity is not a compromise but an exquisite blend – a tribute to the past and an invitation to the future. Through meticulous attention to detail and the spirit of automotive rebirth, they have etched a new paradigm, one that celebrates the classics with a contemporary flourish. As the C68 Carbon - ChalkStorm rumbles to life, it carries forth the legacy of eXoMod, an exemplar of their dedication to crafting not just cars, but timelessly captivating works of art.

Amrit has been in love with trucks ever since the first time he rode in his dad's work truck when he was 5 years old. Over the years, he has fallen in love with classic cars and spends all his spare time reading up on obscure cars and exotic beauties. He prefers manual to automatic, but anything with wheels piques his interest.