Title: First Ram 1500 Rumble Bee SRT to be Auctioned with a Rare Dodge SRT-10 Companion
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Title: First Ram 1500 Rumble Bee SRT to be Auctioned with a Rare Dodge SRT-10 Co
In recent years, charity auctions featuring one-off, special edition vehicles have become increasingly popular. One notable example was the first Ferrari Luce, which sold for nearly 40 million euros, making it the most expensive car sold during Monterey Car Week. Now, Ram is set to auction off the first Ram 1500 Rumble Bee SRT, a model that, while unlikely to fetch such a high price, will be sold alongside another high-performance pickup truck with a V10 under the hood. The Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas auction, scheduled for September 11, will be the venue where Ram will sell the first unit of its new performance pickup.
The Ram 1500 Rumble Bee SRT is powered by the unmistakable 6.2-liter V8 Hellcat engine, producing 788 horsepower and 921 lb-ft of torque, enabling it to go from 0-60 mph in just 3.4 seconds. As a base model, the Rumble Bee SRT already boasts impressive performance credentials, with a top speed of 274 mph and the ability to complete a quarter-mile in 11.6 seconds. This makes the first production unit a potentially attractive offering for buyers, but to ensure a successful auction, Ram has decided to add some unique features.
The first Rumble Bee SRT has received a preparation by Direct Connection, resulting in a one-of-a-kind appearance. The exterior is painted in a hand-crafted combination of Black Crystal Pearl-Coat and Molten Red Pearl-Coat, featuring black and red stripes on the hood, side graphics, and accents on the front emblem. The 22-inch black wheels are complemented by red brake calipers, while the interior features a special badge on the center console.
However, the real highlight is the technical upgrade. The V8 engine of the Ram 1500 Rumble Bee SRT has been equipped with a supercharger, increasing its power output to 913 horsepower. The exact performance figures are still unclear, but it's expected to outperform the already impressive capabilities of the standard model. The Magnaflow exhaust system will also provide a noticeably more aggressive sound.
To further guarantee the success of the auction, Ram is offering the first Rumble Bee SRT alongside a rare Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10 from 2005, modified by RealTruck. Like the new model, it features a customized exterior in black and yellow, along with Viper-inspired vinyl decals. The auction promises to be an exciting event, with these two high-performance pickups sure to attract serious bidders.