Spaz The Shark 2018 Dodge Challenger Brings Vertical Doors, Inc. Style to SharkCon 2026 in Tampa, Florida
A custom Dodge Challenger with serious shark inspired personality is heading to one of the most unique events of the year.
Alex Smith, also known as Spaz The Shark, will be bringing his custom 2018 Dodge Challenger to SharkCon 2026 in Tampa, Florida on July 18 and 19, 2026. While SharkCon is not a car show, this Challenger will be displayed inside the event for attendees to see up close, giving thousands of visitors the chance to experience a build that combines Mopar muscle, custom styling, shark culture, and the unmistakable look of a Vertical Doors, Inc. Vertical Door Conversion Kit.
A Dodge Challenger Built to Stand Out
The Dodge Challenger already has one of the most aggressive muscle car profiles on the road. With the Vertical Doors, Inc. Vertical Door Conversion Kit installed, Alex’s Challenger takes that presence to another level.
The vertical door setup adds a clean, custom, head turning look while keeping the bold body lines that make the Challenger such an iconic modern Mopar. Whether parked inside an event, pulling into a meet, or showing up for a weekend gathering, this build is designed to get attention for all the right reasons.
For SharkCon, that attention will be even more unique. Surrounded by shark enthusiasts, families, vendors, ocean conservation exhibits, special guests, and shark related attractions, Spaz The Shark’s Challenger will bring automotive customization into a completely different kind of event environment.
SharkCon 2026: Not a Car Show, But the Perfect Place to Make a Statement
SharkCon is a shark and ocean themed convention taking place in Tampa, Florida. It brings together shark fans, marine conservation organizations, families, speakers, vendors, creators, and special guests for a full weekend of exhibits and presentations.
Alex’s Dodge Challenger will be inside SharkCon for the duration of the event, giving attendees a chance to see the car in person and check out the details of the build.
This is exactly what makes the custom car community special. A great build does not only belong at a car show. It can represent personality, creativity, passion, and lifestyle anywhere it goes. Spaz The Shark has created a Challenger that fits his name, his brand, and his passion, and now it will be part of a shark themed convention experience in front of thousands of attendees.
Featured Vehicle
- Owner: Alex Smith
- Nickname: Spaz The Shark
- Social Media: @SpazTheShark
- Vehicle: 2018 Dodge Challenger
- Event: SharkCon 2026
- Location: Tampa, Florida
- Dates: July 18 and 19, 2026
- Home Base: Saint Louis, Missouri
Build List
Alex’s 2018 Dodge Challenger features a long list of custom upgrades, including:
- Vertical Doors, Inc. Vertical Door Conversion Kit
- AFE Momentum GT Air Intake
- Borla ATAK Exhaust
- Graphics kit from Ultimate Pro Designs
- Custom shift knob
- Shift knob adapter from White’s Madness Garage
- LED halo lights from OPT7 Lighting
- Underbody lighting from OPT7 Lighting
- Custom floor mats from Luxus
- Custom trunk lid fabric with Steel Mopar Outlaws sign
- PS Designs Wicker Bill
- V3 Rear Diffuser
- Black smoked lens side markers
- Upgraded LED AutoOne headlights and fog lights
- Custom lower front grille
- Motiv Wheels
- Upgraded drilled and slotted rotors with premium brakes from Detroit Axle
- Full carbon fiber interior
- Katzkin leather seats
- Complete Skar Audio sound system
This Challenger is more than a single modification. It is a complete custom build with visual upgrades, performance enhancements, lighting, audio, interior upgrades, and show ready details throughout.
Award Winning Mopar Style
Alex’s Dodge Challenger has already earned recognition in the car show world, including:
- Patriots in the Park: 3rd Best in Class for Stock Mopar, 2024
- Coca Cola Heartland Show: 3rd Best Modern Mopar
Now the build is heading into a different kind of spotlight at SharkCon, where automotive style meets shark culture.
Customer Sponsors and Support
This build is also supported and connected with a strong group of brands, sponsors, and automotive community pages, including:
@gopro @verticaldoors @slickproducts @spyoptic @novistretch @fullthrottleaddicts @10secondracing @streetempiresociety
Mopar Outlaws Car Club
Spaz The Shark is also connected with the Mopar Outlaws community, a nationwide Mopar family with leadership and chapters across multiple regions.
- President & Founder: @Redline_Outlaw_392
- National Vice President: @dark_furiosa
Club chapters and community pages include:
@moparoutlawscc @moparoutlawsccsc @moparoutlawsccga @moparoutlawsccmd @moparoutlawscc.sa @moparoutlawscc_az @moparoutlawscc_ky @moparoutlawscc_al @moparoutlawscc_tn_ @moparoutlawscchtx @moparoutlawscc_ne @moparoutlawscc_ks @moparoutlawscc_oh @moparoutlawscc_mo @moparoutlawscc_nm @moparoutlawscc_wa @moparoutlawscc_dfw @moparoutlawscc_okc @moparoutlawsccsocal @moparoutlawscc_westmi @moparoutlawscc_swoh @moparoutlawscceurope @moparoutlawscc_no_in @moparoutlawscc_so_in @moparoutlawscc_dr.atx @moparoutlawscc_norcal @moparoutlawscc_detroit @moparoutlawscc_canada @moparoutlawscc_germany @moparoutlawscc_amarillo @moparoutlawscc_vancouver @lady_outlaw_by_moparoutlaws.cc
Why Vertical Doors, Inc. Fits This Build
A custom vehicle should reflect the owner’s personality. For Spaz The Shark, this Challenger does exactly that.
The Vertical Doors, Inc. Vertical Door Conversion Kit gives the car a dramatic, show stopping appearance while keeping the clean muscle car foundation intact. It adds presence without taking away from the Challenger’s original aggressive design.
Vertical Doors, Inc. has been manufacturing vertical door conversion kits for over 20 years. Our kits are designed for vehicle specific applications, daily driver use, and professional results when properly installed. For builders who want their vehicles to stand out at events, shows, photo shoots, and social media features, a Vertical Doors, Inc. kit is one of the most recognizable upgrades available.
Welcome to the Vertical Doors, Inc. Family
Alex, thank you for sharing your build with us and for representing Vertical Doors, Inc. at SharkCon 2026. Your 2018 Dodge Challenger is a great example of how a custom vehicle can bring personality, creativity, and attention to any event, even when it is not a traditional car show.
Welcome to the Vertical Doors, Inc. Family.
If you see Spaz The Shark and his Dodge Challenger at SharkCon, make sure to stop by, take a photo, tag him, and tag us.
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