Matthew Nottingham's Dodge Challenger Hellcat, known as the Carbon Cat, is SEMA bound with a new Vertical Doors, Inc. conversion. Follow Matthew on Instagram at @on3mothug. Our team completed the vertical door installation at Vertical Doors, Inc. in Lake Elsinore, California, before his planned appearance at the 2026 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
This silver widebody coupe brings deep-dish wheels, a low stance, patterned aero pieces, and large SRT graphics together. In the video below, Nick shows off the finished installation and demonstrates how the Challenger's doors operate, including from the driver's seat.
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Matthew's Carbon Cat outside Vertical Doors, Inc., with the driver-side door raised and the black cabin visible.
Carbon Cat Challenger Hellcat Customer Build Details
- Owner: Matthew Nottingham, @on3mothug on Instagram
- Build name: Carbon Cat
- Vehicle: Dodge Challenger Hellcat
- Body style: Two-door coupe
- Exterior: Silver with dark graphics and patterned aero accents
- Interior: Black
- Visible details: Riveted widebody fenders, deep-dish five-spoke wheels, front splitter, extended side skirts, rear spoiler, and rear diffuser
- Product: 2009-2023 Dodge Challenger Vertical Door Kit
- Part number: VDCDCHAL08
- Installation: Vertical Doors, Inc.
- Location: Lake Elsinore, California
- Door movement: Outward first, then upward
Widebody Details Around the Carbon Cat
The low front angle puts the Challenger's wide fenders, deep wheel lips, and front splitter in full view. Exposed fender fasteners and dark patterned accents give the silver bodywork a distinct finish, while the raised doors open up the view into the cabin.
From the rear, the broad spoiler, red taillights, four exhaust tips, and pronounced diffuser carry the same detailed approach around the car. With both doors raised above the roofline, the conversion becomes part of the Carbon Cat's overall presentation.
Video: Nick Demonstrates the Challenger's Lambo Doors
Nick's finished-car walkthrough at our Lake Elsinore headquarters shows the door and hinge system, opening and closing from outside, and entry into the driver's seat. He also demonstrates operating the door from inside the Challenger.
Video Chapters
- 0:00 Meet the Carbon Cat Dodge Challenger Hellcat
- 0:14 Challenger door and hinge overview
- 0:39 Opening and closing the Lambo doors
- 0:57 Getting in and operating the door from inside
- 1:19 Finished Hellcat walkaround and contact information
The traditional VDI movement opens the door outward to its designed stopping point before it lifts vertically. Nick's demonstration gives you a closer look at that sequence on this completed Challenger.
Matthew and the Carbon Cat Are SEMA Bound
Matthew plans to display his Challenger Hellcat at the 2026 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. These photos and Nick's walkthrough capture the car after its installation at Vertical Doors, Inc., ahead of that appearance.
Keep up with the Carbon Cat through Matthew's @on3mothug Instagram account. Matthew, thank you for trusting our team with your Challenger and being part of the Vertical Doors, Inc. Family.
Carbon Cat Build Sponsors
- @cruizenbydesign on Instagram
- @carbonfiberkustoms on Instagram
- @vfc_performance on Instagram | VFC Performance website
- @braumracing on Instagram | BRAUM Racing website
Dodge Challenger Vertical Door Kit Details and Fitment
VDCDCHAL08 is the USA-made, vehicle-specific Vertical Door Conversion Kit listed for the 2009-2023 Dodge Challenger two-door coupe. The package includes driver-side and passenger-side hinge assemblies, two gas shocks, and required mounting hardware.
| Model | Model Years | Fitment |
|---|---|---|
| Dodge Challenger | 2009-2023 | Two-door coupe application. Confirm the exact trim and body configuration, especially on modified or repaired vehicles. |
The listed application covers the 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Dodge Challenger model years.
If your Challenger has aftermarket widebody panels, modified fenders, custom bodywork, previous collision repairs, or changes near the hinges, contact our team before ordering. Send photos of the bodywork so we can review your specific configuration.
Shop the Dodge Challenger Vertical Door Kit
Product: 2009-2023 Dodge Challenger Vertical Door Kit
Part Number: VDCDCHAL08
Dodge Challenger Installation Options
Request installation at Vertical Doors, Inc. in Lake Elsinore, California, or speak with our team about a qualified independent installation shop. Confirm vehicle fitment, scheduling, shop location, and availability. Contact us with your vehicle details before ordering or scheduling installation.
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