Sergio Marchionne's Challenger SRT8 Nets $175,000 at Barrett-Jackson Auction
Sergio Marchionne’s custom Dodge Challenger SRT8 raised $175,000 at the Barrett-Jackson auction this past weekend in Palm Beach, Florida.
The customized Challenger came with a crate motor from SRT with 540 hp and 530 lb-ft of torque. 20-inch matte black wheels outfitted each corner while the interior packed custom-trimmed black leather seats with SRT and 392 logos embroidered onto them.
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The winning bidder was car collector Miles Nadal and the $175,000 will go on to benefit the United Way of Southeastern Michigan, a charity that Sergio Marchionne heads up himself.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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