Summary & Specs
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The Dodge Viper is really not the kind of car that lends itself to the objective evaluations of a standard road test. Even if you own one, you have to be in the right mood, with the right conditions, to really enjoy it.
Driving a Viper down busy downtown streets on a wet day, for instance, is akin to a torture chamber on wheels. On a clear, sunny afternoon out in the country, however, the Viper comes very close to being a mobile paradise.
If that kind of subjective pleasure is what attracts you, you've likely already decided to take the plunge and have ordered a Viper in your favorite of the four available exterior colors. If you seek more subtle joys, though, a Viper is just not going to do.
But remember, this car is certain to be a collector's item. All things considered, we recommend it highly.
Specs
| Vehicle Category |
Sports Cars |
| Editor |
Professional Test Driver |
| Model Lineup |
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| Engines (optional) |
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| Transmissions (standard) |
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| Transmissions (optional) |
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| Safety Equipment (standard) |
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| Safety Equipment (optional) |
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| Basic Warranty |
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| Assembled In |
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| Manufacturer Phone |
1-800-4A-DODGE |
| Manufacturer URL |
www.dodge.com |
| Base Price MSRP |
$56,700 |
Specs as Tested
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| Standard Equipment |
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| Options as Tested (MSRP) |
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| Price as Tested |
$56,700 |
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| Front Suspension |
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