1995 Dodge - Viper

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This Viper is finished in yellow over a black and tan leather interior and is in very good condition. The Viper was initially conceived in late 1988 at Chrysler's Advanced Design Studios. Chrysler President, Bob Lutz, suggested to Tom Gale at Chrysler Design that the company should consider producing a modern Cobra and a clay model soon came. The Viper appeared as a concept at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in February 1989. Public reaction was so enthusiastic that chief engineer Roy Sjoberg was directed to develop it as a standard production vehicle. Development began in March 1989 when Chrysler asked then subsidiary Lamborghini to cast a prototype aluminum block based on Dodge's V10 truck engine for sports car use. Official approval from Chrysler Chairman Lee Iacocca came in May 1990. One year later, Carroll Shelby piloted a pre-production car as the pace vehicle in the Indianapolis 500 race. In November 1991, the car was released to reviewers with first retail shipments beginning in January 1992. The 8.0L 488ci V10 engine under the hood produced 400hp and 465tq and was matted to a 6-speed manual gearbox that was capable of launching it from 0-60mph in 4.5 seconds and through the ¼ mile in 12.9 seconds at 114mph onto a top speed of 180mph. The car weighs 3,284lbs with 711lbs of that coming from the massive V10. These first generation Vipers are known for their raw power and relatively spartan interiors but they are surprisingly comfortable cruisers and are capable of achieving 20mpg on the highway. This one is equipped with an upgraded aftermarket sound system, 2nd generation wheels, and also comes with the soft top and side curtains. The current owner has cared for it since 2004 when it was purchased in Florida. It comes with the original books, manuals, keys, upgraded side exhaust, and K&N air filters. With less than 32,000 original miles, this snake has plenty of street cruising ahead of it and is a great investment with high potential for appreciation in the future.

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