Doug Rippie Motorsports (DRM) was established in Plymouth, Minnesota, around 1994. The company was founded by Doug Rippie, who had previously gained recognition for building successful racing versions of Chevrolet Corvettes and Camaros. This experience in motorsports laid the groundwork for DRM's transition into the production of street cars.
In 1994, DRM introduced the DRM/4001G, a modified version of the Camaro. The vehicle was notable for its…