For the 1969 Dodge Charger, engineers knew they needed to take drastic measures in order to compete in NASCAR racing. Thus came about the Dodge Charger Daytona, one of the five Mopar aero-cars and basically a street legal race car. Chrysler reintroduced the Daytona model for the new LX platform Charger, though that option disappeared during the financial chaos of 2009.

But for 2013, the Daytona package makes a triumphant return as a limited edition for HEMI-powered Chargers. With a mix of driving and exterior enhancements, the new Daytona may not be a street legal race car, but it is a presence that is impossible to ignore.

Going forward, the Daytona package will be available on all 2013 Charger R/Ts for an additional cost of $2,995, and for $2,495 on the Charger R/T Road and Track. The Daytona package color options will be limited to Daytona Blue, Bright White, Billet Silver, or Pitch Black. The Daytona package also adds vinyl hood and roof graphics, a rear R/T spoiler, and a satin black finish on the grille.

Under the hood is a special Daytona Blue engine cover, a 3.06 axle ratio, high-speed engine controller, and paddle shifters. The suspension also gets tweaked for a more exciting ride, while Nappa leather seats and unique Daytona Blue accents are added on the inside.

Sounds good to us, but if you want one for yourself you’d better hurry. Dodge will produce just 2,500 2013 Dodge Charger Daytona models, meaning you’ll be among exclusive company should you take the plunge.