MadMaxx
Enthusiast
Depends on what you want from it...
There are 3 main flavors, Gen1 RT/10s, Gen2 GTS coupes and Gen2 RT/10's.
The early cars (92-95) are considered Gen1 cars. 400hp V10, no real windows (side curtains), no A/C until 94, and side-exit exhaust. Considered the purist of all the Asps, tried and true roadster (you WILL get wet). Gen1's were prone to head gasket issues early on, but most of them got it fixed under warrenty by an dodge/arrow.
The "ba$stard" viper is the 96 (like the pic to the left there). Some consider these to be gen1.5's. They were rated at 415 horse due to the rear exit config. These were the last RT/10s to not have real windows or door poppers, but they did have rear exit. Of course, AC was standard by this point. This is the last year for no airbag (ahhh.. it feels soo gooood hehe). Colors were white/blue, black/silver and red/yellow wheels (the ketchup/mustard car). These had smooth hoods, but the Gen1 engine (easily distinguished by the two throttle cables). These are a bit more refined than their earlier brethren, but are still roadsters in the truest sense. The 96 was the most unique year for the viper, in terms of config and paint.
The Gen2 cars start with the 96 GTS coupe. The coupe is a race car with a license plate
All the comforts... power windows, fixed roof/rear glass, cold AC. Sound system was better than gen1 cars, and the motor was the new Gen2 config, which has better cooling characterstics around the ports in the heads. The motor now came rated at 450hp. For all around use, the coupes are top dog. Seporated from the elements, they are a much tamer breed, but with more power under the hood (and it shows!) than the Gen1 cars.
The other Gen2 is a 97+ RT/10. These new RT's featured ques from the GTS coupe (no naca duct till 98), as they had real power windows and air-bags. They also had the Gen2 motor, and updated interior.
Slight variations from year to year from 96 to now (wheel change, oil pan change, etc.).
Which is right for you? Ask yourself what you want..
Do you want open air or closed cocpit?
A weekend cruiser or something more daily?
I love my 96, but it's comming time for me to upgrade to a Gen2 coupe. I want to build serious power, and Gen2 coupes are the best overall platform to do so. However, this means I give up those 70degree summer evening drives with the wind in my hair.. nothing like it!
All depends on what you want. Don't let anyone tell you that you can't drive these things more than on the weekends... I drive mine nearly every day and I wouldn't have it any other way! Just remember that you got power under the hood, and 335 series rubber that likes to skate on water
MM
There are 3 main flavors, Gen1 RT/10s, Gen2 GTS coupes and Gen2 RT/10's.
The early cars (92-95) are considered Gen1 cars. 400hp V10, no real windows (side curtains), no A/C until 94, and side-exit exhaust. Considered the purist of all the Asps, tried and true roadster (you WILL get wet). Gen1's were prone to head gasket issues early on, but most of them got it fixed under warrenty by an dodge/arrow.
The "ba$stard" viper is the 96 (like the pic to the left there). Some consider these to be gen1.5's. They were rated at 415 horse due to the rear exit config. These were the last RT/10s to not have real windows or door poppers, but they did have rear exit. Of course, AC was standard by this point. This is the last year for no airbag (ahhh.. it feels soo gooood hehe). Colors were white/blue, black/silver and red/yellow wheels (the ketchup/mustard car). These had smooth hoods, but the Gen1 engine (easily distinguished by the two throttle cables). These are a bit more refined than their earlier brethren, but are still roadsters in the truest sense. The 96 was the most unique year for the viper, in terms of config and paint.
The Gen2 cars start with the 96 GTS coupe. The coupe is a race car with a license plate
The other Gen2 is a 97+ RT/10. These new RT's featured ques from the GTS coupe (no naca duct till 98), as they had real power windows and air-bags. They also had the Gen2 motor, and updated interior.
Slight variations from year to year from 96 to now (wheel change, oil pan change, etc.).
Which is right for you? Ask yourself what you want..
Do you want open air or closed cocpit?
A weekend cruiser or something more daily?
I love my 96, but it's comming time for me to upgrade to a Gen2 coupe. I want to build serious power, and Gen2 coupes are the best overall platform to do so. However, this means I give up those 70degree summer evening drives with the wind in my hair.. nothing like it!
All depends on what you want. Don't let anyone tell you that you can't drive these things more than on the weekends... I drive mine nearly every day and I wouldn't have it any other way! Just remember that you got power under the hood, and 335 series rubber that likes to skate on water
MM
