A Topless Demon 170 is Simply Inviting Trouble | Carscoops

      One of the rarest Demon 170s is currently available for auction, and this particular model is notable for having lost its roof while gaining a bold new character.

      Just a few of these Demon 170s have been successfully converted into fully operational convertibles, thanks to the efforts of Droptop Customs in Florida, who received Dodge's approval for the modification.

      Last year, a similar convertible Demon 170 fetched $242,000 at a Mecum auction event.

      Dodge’s fierce Challenger SRT Demon 170 stands as one of the most powerful American vehicles, boasting a ferocious 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine that produces 1,025 hp. So, how can one enhance a car like this without merely cranking up the power? Transforming it into a convertible is one way, and that is precisely what Droptop Customs has achieved.

      The Dodge-approved modification involves removing the fixed roof of the standard Demon 170 and replacing it with a canvas top that folds down at the push of a button. It functions just like a factory convertible, albeit with the folded top resting behind the rear seats rather than being concealed. Nonetheless, it appears well-executed for an aftermarket conversion.

      Of course, Droptop Customs couldn't just eliminate the roof and leave it at that; doing so could lead to the Demon’s torque twisting the chassis, reminiscent of a Fast & Furious scene. Therefore, they reinforced the structure with additional aluminum bracing to restore some of the rigidity lost when the roof was removed.

      It’s believed that only a handful of Demon 170s have been converted into convertibles, and one of these will be auctioned on July 12. This specific model, painted in TorRed, has only been driven 22 miles. It is numbered 2891 out of the 3,300 Demon 170s that were produced, and it retains all the standard features of the original model, with the added benefit of being able to catch some sun while relishing the sound of the powerful supercharger.

      But is it worth an additional $100,000 in enjoyment?

      In May of last year, Mecum Auctions sold another Demon 170 Convertible from Droptop Customs, which had only been driven 30 miles and sold for $242,000. However, it would be surprising if this newer model commanded such a price more than a year later.

      This year, a number of low-mileage original Demon 170s have changed hands on platforms like Bring a Trailer for between $130,000 and $150,000, leaving it uncertain whether the aftermarket convertible modification has indeed increased the car's value by over $100,000.