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2006 Dodge Viper

Handling

The Dodge Viper SRT10 is the kind of car you dreamed about having as a kid. Its low-slung stature bespeaks some of the finest performance characteristics on the road and allows it to handle better than your wildest dreams.

- Outstanding structural rigidity provides outrageous handling

- Suspension—lightweight aluminum upper and lower control arms, revised geometry, lightweight aluminum-bodied front and rear coil-over shocks, and front and rear tubular stabilizer bars

- Brakes—huge 14-inch front and rear rotors with Brembo™ four-piston calipers painted red with silver accents and brake cooling ducts, a large reservoir, and optimized ABS tuning

- P275/35ZR18 front and P345/30ZR19 rear high-performance tires with low-pressure sensors in the valve stems help get the power to the ground

Engine and Transmission

To get 510 horsepower, 535 lb-ft of torque, and 505 cubic inches of displacement, the Viper's powerful V10 engine has a large bore cast-aluminum block and a long-stroke crankshaft. It also features a heavy-duty clutch, pressure plate, and flywheel for outstanding performance.

The Tremec T56 six-speed manual transmission is controlled with a short-throw shifter. The exhaust system runs across the car and exits the opposite side, allowing the use of a less restrictive resonator. Finally, the intake manifold boasts shorter runners and a single nonstaged two-barrel throttle body for lower hoodline and higher peak rpm horsepower . See how you can personalize your Viper with Performance Parts from Mopar.

Exterior

Designing a modern American legend is a tall task. But the Dodge Viper SRT10 engineers met the challenge head-on and created a vehicle true to its heritage with cutting-edge design and technology.

- The SRT10 Convertible has a fully convertible clamshell-design top with easy single-latch operation, glass rear window, and tonneau cover

- Reaction injection molded fenders provide lightweight strength

- Aerodynamic shape and underbody design for lower drag coefficient

Cockpit

Viper's cockpit is covered with leather and great-looking chrome accents. Satin chrome is featured on the gearshift lever and knob, gearshift boot trim ring, parking brake release handle, door handles, and release levers.

The instrument panel has a 7,000-rpm center-mounted tachometer, a 220-mph analog speedometer, a center stack with gauges for oil pressure, oil temperature, coolant temperature, and voltage.

Viper SRT10's cockpit features all the push-button controls and race-inspired sports car features you would expect. And then some. The push-button starter fires it up, the wraparound seats keep you in place when turning fast corners, and the adjustable pedals (including a dead pedal) ensure the clutch, brake, and throttle are within easy reach.

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The Dodge Viper legend began with the 1992 Dodge Viper RT/10 Roadster and grew with the introduction in 1996 of the Dodge Viper GTS Coupe.

History is repeating itself.

When the third-generation Dodge Viper made its debut in 2003, it did so in the form of a convertible. For 2006, the Dodge Viper SRT10 debuts in an all-new Coupe form – to the acclaim of 'Viper Nation,' the community of die-hard Viper owners throughout the world.

'Demand for a Dodge Viper Coupe started the day we introduced the Dodge Viper SRT10 Convertible for 2003,' said Dan Knott, Director, Street and Racing Technology (SRT), Chrysler Group. 'The all-new 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe is a natural evolution of the heritage of the Dodge Viper, and gives enthusiasts exactly what they're looking for in the ultimate American sports car.

'Dodge Viper SRT10 customers want to go beyond the level of the regular enthusiast, to the level of outrageous performance,' said Knott. 'Our all-new 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe gives our customers that performance in a stunning new package.'

Dodge Viper SRT10 is about uncompromising performance and stunning looks. With an 8.3-liter 500-horsepower V-10 engine contributing to blistering acceleration (0-60 mph in less than 4 seconds, 0-100-0 mph in the low 12-second range), and a bold appearance marked by Dodge's signature crosshair grille design, deep-cut side scallops, swept-back fenders and lowered hood lines, the Dodge Viper SRT10 Convertible had no equal. Until now.

2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe Exterior

The exterior design of the all-new 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe, with its 'double-bubble' roof and dramatic, unique rear styling with wrap-around taillamps reminiscent of the Viper GTS Coupe, is what sets it apart from its Convertible sibling – and connects it to the Viper heritage.

'It was important for us to sustain the emotion in the design,' said Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President, Design, Chrysler Group. 'We wanted the 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe design to include a nod to the original Viper GTS Coupe, but in a contemporary way.

'The Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe owner is often a racer, and the car has to scream that, even when it's idling at the stoplight,' Creed added. 'The bottom line is that the new Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe's design says a lot about its unique character, and the car's performance is the payoff.'

In many cases, a convertible is derived from a coupe. After the coupe's top is removed, structural reinforcements must be added to regain torsional stiffness lost with the deletion of the roof structure.

In the case of the 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe, the starting point was the Dodge Viper SRT10 Convertible, which has a stout structure to begin with. With the addition of the roof structure, the Viper SRT10 Coupe becomes even more torsionally rigid than the Convertible.

From an aerodynamic standpoint, the all-new 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe is designed for increased downforce and high-speed stability, with a sloping roofline and decklid spoiler.

The only bodywork that the Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe shares with the Convertible is the front fascia and fenders, hood and doors. In addition to the new canopy and decklid, the 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe has a special windshield surround, door side glass, rear fascia, quarter panels and taillights.

The decklid for the Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe was designed for customer convenience as well as structural integrity. The decklid opening is deeply integrated into the rear fascia, which offers a low lift-over height for stowing cargo. Gas struts hold the decklid in place when open; when closed, the decklid is secured with a lock that meets federal regulations for latch safety.

The 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe design also took some of its cues from Dodge Viper's heritage. For example, the Center High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) on the decklid, although all-new for 2006, looks similar to the 'snake-head' design on the Viper GTS of 1996-2002.

The 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe will be available initially in Viper Blue with twin Stone White racing stripes, harkening back to one of the most popular Vipers ever, the 1996 Dodge Viper GTS.

2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe Interior

The form-follows-function strategy continues inside the 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe.

'For helmet clearance, we brought back the ‘double-bubble' roofline from the original Dodge Viper GTS,' said Creed. 'In fact, we began the process by utilizing a mannequin with a helmet to determine the height and shape of the roof.'

Another functional interior feature for the many owners who will take their 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe racing is the roof and headliner structure that offers room to accommodate a safety cage, while maintaining as much headroom as possible.

Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe-unique interior pieces also include various weatherstrip pieces, headliner, carpet and trim panels.

A result of the 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe's configuration is more usable trunk space – 4 cubic feet more than the Viper SRT10 Convertible, for a total of 6.25 cubic feet.

The 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe also features a unique two-tone interior color scheme.

2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe Powertrain

The magic numbers for the Dodge Viper SRT10 are 500/500/500 – representing 500 horsepower, 525 pound-feet of torque and 505 cubic inches of displacement.

An aluminum-block 8.3-liter (505 cu. in.) V-10 engine powers the 2006 Viper SRT10 Coupe, generating 500 horsepower (372 kW) and 525 lb.-ft. (712 N•m) of torque. Ninety percent of the torque is available to the driver across a wide band -- the 1,500-5,600 rpm range.

Transferring the Dodge Viper SRT10's power to the rear wheels is a heavy-duty six-speed manual transmission.

2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe Braking

Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe braking power is defined by Brembo 44/40 dual opposing piston calipers in the front and Brembo 42/38 dual opposing calipers in the rear, gripping four 14-inch rotors. An anti-lock braking system (ABS) prevents lockup during hard braking.

This system results in a world-class braking performance of 60-0 mph in less than 100 feet, and completion of SRT's signature 0-100-0 mph test in the low 12-second range.

2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe Ride and Handling

Handling and ride characteristics for the 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe is derived from a race-bred, four-wheel independent suspension featuring lightweight, high-performance aluminum control arms and knuckles, damped by lightweight coil-over shock absorbers. Power is delivered to the pavement via a Dana 44-4 Hydra-Lok speed-sensing limited-slip differential.

The 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe rides on unique forged aluminum wheels -- 18' x 10' front and 19' x 13' in the rear. Each is clad with a Michelin zero pressure run-flat tire, and each tire includes a low-pressure sensor in the valve stem.

The all-new 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe will be available in Dodge dealerships in the fall of 2005.

The Dodge Viper SRT10 is hand-built at the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in Detroit.

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'Dodge Viper SRT10 customers want to go beyond the level of the regular enthusiast, to the level of outrageous performance,' said Dan Knott, Director, Street and Racing Technology (SRT), Chrysler Group. 'Our all-new 2006 Dodge Viper gives our customers that performance in a stunning new package.'

Dodge Viper SRT10 is about uncompromising performance and stunning looks. With an 8.3-liter 500 horsepower V10 engine contributing to blistering acceleration (0-60 mph in less than 4 seconds, 0-100-0 mph in the low 12-second range), and a bold appearance marked by Dodge's signature crosshair grille design, deep-cut side scallops, swept-back fenders and lowered hood lines, the Dodge Viper SRT10 Convertible had no equal.

2006 Dodge Viper SRT10: Two Versions of the Ultimate American Sports Car

Note: The Dodge Viper SRT10 will be sold through an extended 2006 model year, and will not be offered as a 2007 model-year vehicle. 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 information to come at a later date.

Following the introduction of the Dodge Viper SRT10 Roadster, there was only one way to 'top off' the Viper lineup: offer a Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe, which became a reality in 2006.

The 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Roadster and Coupe are the ultimate American sports cars and icons of the Dodge brand.

The Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe and Roadster offer outrageous power in two high-performance packages, with an 8.3-liter 510-horsepower (380 kW) V-10 engine contributing to blistering acceleration (0-60 mph in less than 4 seconds, 0-100-0 mph in the low 12-second range), and a bold appearance marked by Dodge's signature crosshair grille design, deep-cut side scallops, swept-back fenders and lowered hood lines.

'The Dodge Viper SRT10 Roadster and Coupe offer unbelievable power, along with stunning performance and instantly recognizable looks. Now, we're offering customers new options in colors and equipment to enable them to further personalize their Viper SRT10,' said Kipp Owen, Director – Street and Racing Technology, Chrysler Group. 'We know many of our customers believe it's not only how fast you go, it's also how you look getting there.''

by Dodge

by Dodge

All-New 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe 'Tops Off' Viper Lineup, Continues Viper Tradition of Power and Performance

• 500/500/500 cubic inches, horsepower and torque on tap — with a top

• SRT Performance: 0-60 mph in less than 4 seconds, 60-0 mph braking in less than 100 feet, 0-100-0 mph in low 12 seconds

• Hardtop 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 offers racing, autocross enthusiasts new alternative

The Dodge Viper legend began with the 1992 Dodge Viper RT/10 Convertible and grew with the introduction in 1996 of the Dodge Viper GTS Coupe.

History is repeating itself.

When the third-generation Dodge Viper made its debut in 2003, it did so in the form of a convertible. For 2006, the Dodge Viper SRT10 debuts in all-new Coupe form — to the acclaim of 'Viper Nation,' the community of die-hard Viper owners around the world.

'Demand for a Dodge Viper Coupe started the day we introduced the Dodge Viper SRT10 Convertible in 2003,' said Dan Knott, Director — Street and Racing Technology (SRT), Chrysler Group. 'The all-new 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe is a natural evolution of the heritage of the Dodge Viper and gives enthusiasts exactly what they're looking for in the ultimate American sports car.

'Dodge Viper SRT10 owners want to go beyond the level of the regular enthusiast, to the level of outrageous performance,' added Knott. 'Our all-new 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe gives our customers outrageous performance in a stunning new package.'

With an 8.3-liter 510-horsepower V-10 engine contributing to blistering acceleration (0-60 mph in less than 4 seconds, 0-100-0 mph in the low 12 seconds), and a bold appearance marked by Dodge's signature crosshair grille design, deep-cut side scallops, swept-back fenders and lowered hood lines, the Dodge Viper SRT10 Convertible had no equal. Until now.

2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe Exterior

The exterior design of the all-new 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe, with its 'double-bubble' roof and dramatic, unique rear styling with wraparound taillamps reminiscent of the Viper GTS Coupe, is what sets it apart from its Convertible sibling — and connects it to the Dodge Viper heritage.

'It was important to sustain raw Viper emotion in the design,' said Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President — Design. 'We wanted the 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe design to include a nod to the original Viper GTS Coupe, but in a contemporary way.

'The Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe owner is often a racer, and the car has to scream that, even when it's idling at the stoplight,' Creed added. 'The bottom line is that the all-new Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe's design says a lot about its unique character, and the car's performance is the payoff.'

In many cases, a convertible is derived from a coupe. After the coupe's top is removed, structural reinforcements must be added to regain torsional stiffness lost with the deletion of the roof structure.

In the case of the 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe, the starting point was the Dodge Viper SRT10 Convertible, which has a stout structure to begin with. With the addition of the roof structure, the Viper SRT10 Coupe becomes even more torsionally rigid than the Convertible.

From an aerodynamic standpoint, the all-new 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe is designed for increased downforce and high-speed stability, with a sloping roofline and deck lid spoiler.

In addition to the new canopy and deck lid, the 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe has a special windshield surround, door side glass, rear fascia, quarter panels and taillamps. The only bodywork that the Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe shares with the Convertible is front fascia and fenders, hood and doors.

The deck lid for the Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe was designed for customer convenience as well as structural integrity. Its opening is deeply integrated into the rear fascia, which offers a low lift-over height for stowing cargo.

The 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe design also took some of its cues from Dodge Viper's heritage. For example, the Center High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL) on the deck lid, although all-new for 2006, looks similar to the 'snake-head' design on the Viper GTS of 1996-2002.

The 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe will be available initially in Viper Blue with twin Stone White racing stripes, harkening back to one of the most popular Vipers ever, the 1996 Dodge Viper GTS.

2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe Interior

The form-follows-function strategy continues inside the all-new 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe.

'For helmet clearance, we brought back the ‘double-bubble' roofline from the original Dodge Viper GTS,' said Creed. 'In fact, we began the process by utilizing a mannequin wearing a helmet to determine the height and shape of the roof.'

Another functional interior feature for owners who will take their 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe racing is the roof and headliner structure that offers room to accommodate a safety cage, while maintaining as much headroom as possible.

Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe-unique interior pieces also include various weatherstrip pieces, headliner, carpet and trim panels.

A result of the 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe's configuration is more usable trunk space — 4 cubic feet more than the Viper SRT10 Convertible, for a total of 6.25 cubic feet.

2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe Powertrain

Magic numbers for the Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe are 500/500/500 — representing 510 horsepower, 525 lb.-ft. of torque and 505 cubic inches of displacement.

An aluminum-block 8.3-liter (505 cu. in.) V-10 engine powers the 2006 Viper SRT10 Coupe, generating 510 horsepower (380 kW) and 535 lb.-ft. (725 N•m) of torque. Ninety percent of the torque is available to the driver across a wide band — the 1,500 - 5,600 rpm range.

Transferring the Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe's power to the rear wheels is a heavy-duty six-speed manual transmission.

2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe Braking

Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe braking power is defined by Brembo 44/40 dual-opposing piston calipers in the front and Brembo 42/38 dual-opposing calipers in the rear, gripping four 14-inch rotors. An anti-lock braking system (ABS) prevents lockup during hard braking.

This system results in a world-class braking performance of 60-0 mph in less than 100 feet, and completion of SRT's signature 0-100-0 mph test in the low 12 seconds.

2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe Ride and Handling

Ride and handling characteristics for the 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe are derived from a race-bred, four-wheel independent suspension featuring lightweight, high-performance aluminum control arms and knuckles, damped by lightweight coil-over shock absorbers. Power is delivered to the pavement via a Dana 44-4 Hydra-Lok speed-sensing limited-slip differential.

The 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe rides on unique, forged aluminum wheels — 18' x 10' front and 19' x 13' in the rear. Each is clad with a Michelin zero-pressure run-flat tire, and each tire includes a low-pressure sensor in the valve stem. Two optional wheels will be available — an 'H-spoke' wheel and a five-spoke wheel.

The all-new 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe will be available in Dodge dealerships in the fall of 2005.

Safety and Security Features

Following are safety and security features in the all-new 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe:

Advanced Multi-stage Air Bag System — This system offers enhanced protection for a range of occupants and is designed to identify the size of an occupant in the front passenger seat based primarily on weight

Anti-lock Brake System — Equipped with electronic sensors that help prevent wheel lockup, the ABS system offers improved steering control under extreme braking and/or slippery conditions

Constant Force Retractors (CFR) — A mechanical device in each front seat belt is designed to mitigate the force of a seat belt according to the load or force exerted on it. CFRs are engineered to force-limit the belt system and gradually release seat belt webbing in a controlled manner during a severe impact

Power-adjustable Pedals — Allows brake, accelerator and clutch pedals to move toward or away from the driver. This helps the driver achieve a safe and comfortable seating position for improved vehicle control

Remote Keyless Entry — The remote keyless entry locks and unlocks doors and turns on interior lamps. If the vehicle is equipped with a vehicle-theft security alarm, the remote also arms and disarms that system

Three-Point Seat Belts With Pretensioners — During a collision, impact sensors initiate front seat belt pretensioners to immediately remove slack from seat belts, which reduces forward movement of the occupant's head and torso

Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) System — This advanced system monitors tire pressure and alerts the driver to improper tire pressure conditions. Low pressure on any tire illuminates an amber warning indicator in the instrument cluster

The Dodge Viper SRT10 is hand-built at the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in Detroit.

Dodge Brand

With a U.S. market share of approximately seven percent, Dodge is Chrysler Group's best-selling brand and the fifth-largest nameplate in the U.S. and the eighth-largest nameplate in the automotive industry. In 2004, Dodge sold more than 1.4 million vehicles in the global market. Dodge continues to lead the minivan market segment with a 20 percent U.S. market share and maintains an 18 percent share of the highly competitive truck market. In the car market, Dodge has a 4.5 percent market share. In 2006, Dodge will enter key European volume segments.

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Chassis number: 1B3JZ69Z26V100435

This Dodge Viper is a SRT/10 Coupe First Edition model. It is one of only 24 Hennessy Venom 1000 Vipers built. It has a twin turbocharged V-10 that starts at 800 horsepower and was increased to its peak of 1,100. Road & Track tests showed the car could race from zero-to-200 MPH four seconds faster than the Bugatti Veyron. It took just 20.3 seconds in just 3,488 feet to accomplish this task.

This Hennessey Fly Navy Venom 1000 Twin Turbo Viper was featured in the November 2007 issue of the German publication, Auto Bild as a cover story. It is number 67 of 200 first edition Vipers produced. It has just 3,247 miles on the odometer.

This car was driven by Steve Millen in the Road and Track 0-200 shootout in their September 2007 issue. It was driven by John Kiewicz in an all-around supercar shootout in the June 2006 issue of Motor Trend.

by Dan Vaughan

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Chassis number: 1B3JZ69Z86V100875

2006 was the first year for the Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe. The Viper was an American high-performance vehicle built in the same vein as the Shelby Cobra some three decades earlier. The original Viper lacked many things, including creature comforts, side windows, exterior door handles, traction control, and anti-lock brakes. What it did offer was performance and sheer horsepower. Power was from a Lamborghini-designed V10 engine offering 400 horsepower. This was the first V-10 ever fitted to a road-legal automobile.

Over the years that followed, the Viper became more refined. It would gain creature comforts and various amenities. A coupe body style was offered for the second-generation Viper. The first major redesign was introduced with the third-generation Viper for the 2003 model year. Along with updated styling, it also gained an 8.3-liter engine which now offered 500 horsepower. In 2005, Dodge introduced the SRT10 Coupe at the Detroit Auto Show. It remained highly similar to its drop-top sibling in appearance, but sported a double-bubble roof of the previous Viper GTS.

This 2006 Viper is finished in the optional shade of Viper Race Yellow, with dual black racing stripes and rides on polished wheels. From new, it has been driven just 2,600 miles. It is powered by a 505 cubic-inch V8 engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission.

In 2016, this car was sold at auction for the sum of $57,200.

by Dan Vaughan

Coupe
Chassis number: 1B3JZ69Z86V101816

The Dodge Viper made its debut as a concept in January of 1989 and soon entered production. The first customer cars were delivered in early 1992. The aggressively styled supercar was powered by a large V-10 engine heavily modified by Lamborghini, which at the time was owned by Chrysler.

In 2006, the factory was shut for over a year while re-tooling took place in preparation for the 2008 model release. To celebrate the Viper's success and to thank the loyal enthusiasts, Dodge built 100 unique VOI.9 Edition Vipers. They were built for especially for the ninth-annual Viper Owners Invitational in Las Vegas, which was put on by the Viper Club of America. Special features included in the VOI.9 Editions are the white with blue stripe color scheme, unique blue interior trim on the center console, lower dashboard and door panels, black shifter boot, and a console mounted badge denoting the car number in the build sequence. This particular example is number 97 of the 100 built. Currently, it has just 677 miles on its odometer.

by Dan Vaughan

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Chassis number: 1B3JZ69Z86V100875

This 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe is finished in the shade of Viper Race Yellow, a $600 option. It was delivered with the Customer Preferred Package 21A, which included dual black racing stripes and polished aluminum wheels, adding $3,700 to the vehicle price. It was originally sold through Roanoke Motor Co. Inc. in Roanoke, Illinois, with a sticker price of $91,295.

This is a three-owner car that has traveled less than 3,000 miles from new.

by Dan Vaughan

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This is a Gen III 2006 Viper VOI.9 edition (Viper Owners Invitational #9). The Viper has an 8.3 liter V-10 producing 505 horsepower and 525 foot pounds of torque for a 0-60 time of 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 190 miles per hour.

The VOI.9 edition was 100 Vipers painted in Stone White with Blue stripes. This Viper is #7 of 10 with the Arrow Mopar Prefix Performance Package performed by Prefix, Dodge's main specialty Viper vendor. The package included Bellanger headers and exhaust, competition oil pan with swing arm, and high-performance cams, pushrods, PRV Valve, valve spring shims, and main bearings with a recalibration of the ECU (Electronic Control Unit). The engine has significant power gains.

Of the 10 VOI.9's with the Mopar Performance Package, #1 was a raffle car for the club, #2 was purchased by Tom Sidlik, former Executive Vice-President of Chrysler with carline responsibility of Viper, and #7 was purchased by its first owner in Richmond, Virginia.

The current owner was an engineer in Chrysler's first racing group working on various NASCAR and drag racing projects. In 1979, he left Chrysler to start Arrow Racing Engines. Arrow was instrumental in the 1992 Viper V-10 engine development and was the key vendor for Viper. Arrow was sold to Prefix in 2008.

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Chassis number: 1B3JZ69Z16V100894

This is a Gen III 2006 Dodge Viper SRT10. It is the current Viper Top Speed world record holder at 252.588 miles per hour. This world record was set on January 18th, 2020 in Florida.

The engine has been modified from its 8.3 liter naturally aspirated V-10 producing 500 horsepower to an 8.5-liter twin-turbo producing 1,400 wheel horsepower and 1,177 foot pounds of torque. The extensive modifications include pistons, rods, crankshaft, ported & polished heads, custom fuel system, dry sump oil system, quad carbon clutch, and custom 6-speed manual transmission.

For safety, a custom roll cage, fire suppression system for the engine & cabin, 6-point harness, and parachute were added.

With several modifications to the ECM (Electronic Control Module), it is believed the next attempt will produce another Viper World record in excess of 265 miles per hour.

Videos of the runs can be seen on the Johnny Bohmer Proving Grounds YouTube Channel.

Conceived as a modern take on the classic American muscle car, the Dodge Viper is a two-seat sports car, possibly the most powerful production car produced by Dodge.

Production for the Viper began in 1992 at the new Mack Assembly in Detroit Michigan. The Mack Avenue Engine Complex was the original production site from 1992 through 1995.

Opening in 1966, the Conner Avenue Assembly was purchased by Chrysler in 1995 for the production of both the Dodge Viper and the Plymouth Prowler. October 1995 the production for the Viper began.

The home of Chryslers production of large-displacement V8 and V10 engines, Mount Road Engine was a Chrysler Corporation Automobile Engine factory in Detroit Michigan. In 2002 the plant was closed as production shifted to the Mack Avenue Engine Complex.

The dream behind the design of the Dodge Viper was directly inspired by Carroll Shelby, one of the automotive industries greatest legends. Building one more ultimate performance car was the vision of the initial designer of the Viper. Far too large and heavy to seriously claim any direct lineage with other compact and lightweight vehicles such as the ionic AC Cobra, the Viper was an altogether separate design.

Driven as the pace car at the Indianapolis 500, Carroll Shelby had a long career as a driver, owner, team manager, manufacturer, consultant, and visionary before being inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame in 1992. More than a decade later, he has continued to impact the world of racing and automobile design. A master organizer and team leader, his charisma, vision and ability to know the best person for the job developed his ability to produce consistently impressive results.

Initially conceived in late 1987 at Chrysler's Advanced Design Studios, the Viper first appeared as a concept to test public reaction at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on January 4, 1989. Receiving enthusiastic public acclaim as orders began to flow before the show even ended, the 'go' was given and chief engineer Roy Sjoberg was directed to develop it as a production car.

'Team Viper' was organized by Sjoberg with a handpicked group of 85 engineers that began development in March of 1989. Their primary goal was to construct a vehicle that concentrated on performance above all else. Their benchmark: to go from 0 to 100 back to 0 in 15 seconds.

Three years of intensive, often around-the-clock operations were began by Team Viper that stretched from Italy, where the aluminum engine block was perfected -- to the race tracks at Nelson Ledges and Road Atlanta, where they fine-tuned the chassis and powertrain. Working closely with major automotive suppliers to develop unique components for Viper RT/10, team members searched for only what would withstand the tremendous stresses associated with high-performance driving.

The first prototype was tested in December of 1989.

At the time Lamborghini (a Chrysler subsidiary) was asked to adapt their V10 truck engine for sports car use in May. The centerpiece of the car was its engine. The original design was based on the Chrysler LA engine, Lamborghini, was designed as a truck engine. Recasting the block and head in aluminum alloy gave the engine a significant power boost as Dodge's cast-iron block V10 was revamped.

Completing the production body in the fall, by December a chassis prototype was running. Originally using a V8 in the test mule, by February 1990, the V10 which was the production car was meant to use was ready.

A more comprehensive design was suggested that would included four valves per cylinder as some felt the pushrod two-valve design may have been adequate for the truck application but unsuitable for a performance car.

The budget for modification was not approved by Chrysler due to uncertainty regarding Viper's production costs and sales potential.

By May of 1990, official approval was granted from Chrysler chairman, Lee Iacocca. It was one year later that Carroll Shelby piloted a preproduction car as the Indianapolis 500 pace car. First shipment began in January 1992 as the car was released to reviewers during the debut November 1991.

Initially predetermined to be two things to the corporation, the public version of the Viper was intended as a halo car for Chrysler proving that they were still the most competent at building a low cost vehicle of any type. Within the corporation, the Viper was a production technique test to see if the corporation really could develop new methods of manufacture and assembly to lower the cost of a vehicle.

Though 1st generation Vipers were considered by some as a crude 'kit car', Chrysler translated this into a vehicle and production line that became the most sought after assignment in the corporation up to that point.

Typical of American performance car design, the Viper had a front-mounted engine driving rear wheels with a curb weight of 3,280lb(1,488 kg) while lacking many modern driving aids such as traction control or anti-lock brakes. In a straight line performance, the Viper completed a quarter mile in 12.9 seconds and had a maximum speed of 164 mph (264 km/h).

The engine produced 400 hp (298 kW) at 4600 rpm and 450 ft·lbf (610 N·m) of torque at 3600 rpm. Due to the long-gearing allowed by the torquey engine it provided surprising fuel economy at a claimed 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100 km) if driven sedately. The body of the Viper was a tubular steel frame with resin transfer molding (RTM) fiberglass panels.

By 1998, 9,500 Vipers cruised the world's boulevards and racetracks, building a very strong and extremely enthusiastic owner core. Currently there are more than 1,700 members of the Viper Club of America and 27 Viper Clubs throughout the United States.

by Jessican Donaldson

Since its introduction as a concept car at the 1989 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the Dodge Viper has captured the hearts and imagination of enthusiasts around the globe. It has also captured its share of trophies on the track as a three-time FIA GT2 and Le Mans class champion.

The next chapter of Dodge Viper continues to set the definition of extreme, yet features greater levels of refinement and finish. In other words, Viper retains its essence - its 'Viperness' - while taking natural steps forward.

Those who have never driven or ridden in a Dodge Viper can scarcely understand the way the car translates torque into forward momentum, nor can they fully appreciate the turning and braking capabilities of its massive tires and disc brakes.

The new Viper SRT-10 takes that unbelievable rush of performance to an entirely new level - beyond even that of the current American performance car standard. If one ride doesn't thrill, exhilarate, energize or excite you more than any other car on the road, check your pulse.

Convertible Top Opens the Possibilities for New Redesign

Engineers at Dodge, who had grown fond of their RT/10 Roadster and GTS Coupe and proud of the cars' performance capabilities, were fully aware of the wide tiretracks they would have to fill when the decision was made to create a new, true convertible version of America's ultimate sports car.

What began as a simple plan to alter the RT/10's roofline quickly grew to a 'blue-sky' redesign when designers and engineers discovered that the accompanying 2.6-inch lengthening of the wheelbase would change more than 50 percent of the car's body panels and many chassis components. Vehicle synthesis engineers, never ones to sit idly by, set to work immediately using the stretch as their opportunity to find incremental ways to update and improve the car. And quicker than you can say 'hasta la vista,' the teams found out that with a little bit of tweaking here and an upgraded assembly there, they would have an entirely new car to build.

While the Chrysler Group's famously creative design office staged an internal search for the best new Viper design sketch, performance-minded engineers at then Team Viper began to analyze the opportunities that a redesign could offer on the performance front.

About the same time, combined marketing, engineering and communications teams from Dodge began polling key constituencies on what the next Viper should be - and as important, what it shouldn't be.

Among one of the most vocal and enthusiastic opinion groups - the owners AKA Dodge's Viper Nation - the replies consistently demanded...

- More horsepower

- Bigger brakes

- Lighter weight

- A new convertible top mechanism

- A dead pedal

- Greater interior comfort

Owners were also asked what they didn't want:

- Digital instrumentation

- Cruise control

- Cup holders

- A 'bow-tie' lookalike

It was universally agreed that no matter the degree of change, certain Viper attributes - the car's legacy and signature to the world - must remain.

The message was loud and clear - Viper must be a front-engined, two-seat, rear-wheel-drive sports car. It must have a V-10 making at least as much power as the current 450 hp versions. That a six-speed manual transmission be the only choice. That it be devoid of cupholders, cruise control and traction control. Viper would be a driver's package, and never a luxury boat posing as a sports car.

Viper Remains True to the Original Mission

Dodge took its directives and built a mission statement for the new car. When Dodge laid out the mission for its new 2003 Viper SRT-10 Convertible, it started with five vision statements:

- Build a true convertible version of the original Dodge Viper RT/10 Roadster

- Refine the original caricature without losing its outrageous design

- Raise the benchmark for unmatched performance

- Maintain the back-to-basics approach from the original Viper

- Preserve the American sports car heritage

The 2003 Viper SRT-10 once again underscores the core philosophies of the Dodge brand by being the ultimate automotive icon for extreme performance and extreme attitude.

'Back in 1992, the purpose was to re-orient what the Dodge brand was all about,' said Jim Julow, Vice President - Dodge Motorsports and SRT Marketing. 'We had just come out of a lot of years without any significant performance-oriented products. We needed to send a message that we had a new concept - a very historically accurate concept - but one which had not been seen in America for a long time. We wanted to come up with something that was so outrageous, so cutting edge, so purpose built that it said we still had a lot of car nuts around here; people with the know-how to put the most outrageous street car ever on the road.

'The continuation of the Viper allows us to hatch a whole new line of performance cars that go across more vehicle types than just two-door roadsters,' continued Julow. 'This whole SRT line of vehicles will aspire to be the Viper of their category.'

Improving on a Legend

In creating the next chapter of Dodge Viper, the goal was also to enhance its unfiltered blend of performance.

As part of the Dodge Viper's complete redesign, more than 100 changes and improvements have been made to the chassis, brakes, suspension, tires, engine, transmission, cockpit, electronics and more than a dozen body panels.

Yet Viper retains a traditional front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout with a six-speed manual transmission. The commitment was made early on to use a racing-style chassis including fully independent four-wheel suspension, wide tires and wheels for maximum grip and massive brakes for stopping power.

A race-derived two-seat cockpit looks over a highly functional instrument panel with center-mounted tachometer and a 220 mile-per-hour speedometer. A traditional push-button starter reinforces the purposeful layout and race-car inspirations.

A new version of the Viper's four-wheel anti-lock disc brake system, originally introduced for the 2001 model year, is enhanced for this next-generation car.

With a new bored and stroked aluminum engine block that increases the Viper's displacement from 488 to 505 cu. in. and pushes its V-10 power output to 500 horsepower and 525 lb.-ft. of torque, Viper has no equal on the road.

'For a brand like Dodge, maintaining best-in-class performance claims are absolutely the most important thing we can do,' said Julow. 'As a brand, we must differentiate ourselves based on performance and drivability in creating a true enthusiast car. We need these proof points because frankly, not everyone wants to have a 500-horsepower, two-door convertible. Not everyone necessarily wants to have a turbocharged, manual transmission small car. Not everybody's looking for an aluminum block full-size truck.

But they're looking for a brand that's willing to put a little bit extra into everything it builds, and the proof points for that are the SRT (Street and Racing Technology) line, which pushes the envelope as far as we can.'

On the Outside

With styling cues derived from the Dodge Viper GTS/R concept car first shown at the 2000 North American International Auto Show, the all-new 2003 Dodge Viper SRT-10 convertible packs an outrageous new design into a low-slung roadster shell.

Lowered hood lines, swept-back fenders and deep-cut side scallops take their cues from the classic original, yet bring the Viper into the 21st century. Improved aerodynamics and a partial undertray add functional performance enhancements.

Viper's visceral lines speak volumes of the passion that Dodge designers bring to their craft. The new Viper gives enthusiasts an American sports car that remains true to the credo of pure performance.

The new Viper has a new roofline profile with an easy-to-operate drop top. The Dodge Viper was initially introduced with a full-width sport bar that brought open-air motoring to the Dodge lineup. The second chapter of Viper history was written when the GTS Coupe was added in 1996, and added classic gran tourismo styling to match the car's prodigious performance capabilities.

The new Viper's bi-fold clamshell top with single center latch now makes it a true convertible, harking back to a time when sports cars delivered serious performance capabilities and stood for untamed freedom.

For drivers seeking the farthest edge of the performance envelope, Viper remains nothing less than a streetable supercar - sophisticated yet brutal.

by DaimlerChrysler

by Dodge

Conceived as a modern take on the classic American muscle car, the Dodge Viper is a two-seat sports car, possibly the most powerful production car produced by Dodge.

Production for the Viper began in 1992 at the new Mack Assembly in Detroit Michigan. The Mack Avenue Engine Complex was the original production site from 1992 through 1995.

Opening in 1966, the Conner Avenue Assembly was purchased by Chrysler in 1995 for the production of both the Dodge Viper and the Plymouth Prowler. In October 1995 the production of the Viper began.

The home of Chysler's production of large-displacement V8 and V10 engines, Mount Road Engine was a Chrysler Corporation Automobile Engine factory in Detroit Michigan. In 2002 the plant was closed as production shifted to the Mack Avenue Engine Complex.

The dream behind the design of the Dodge Viper was directly inspired by Carroll Shelby, one of the automotive industry's greatest legends. Building one more ultimate performance car was the vision of the initial designer of the Viper. Far too large and heavy to seriously claim any direct lineage with other compact and lightweight vehicles such as the ionic AC Cobra, the Viper was an altogether separate design.

Driven as the pace car at the Indianapolis 500, Caroll Shelby had a long career as a driver, owner, team manager, manufacturer, consultant, and visionary before being inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame in 1992. More than a decade later, he has continued to impact the world of racing and automobile design. A master organizer and team leader, his charisma, vision, and ability to know the best person for the job developed his ability to produce consistently impressive results.

Initially conceived in late 1987 at Chrysler's Advanced Design Studios, the Viper first appeared as a concept to test public reaction at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on January 4, 1989.

Receiving enthusiastic public acclaim as orders began to flow before the show even ended, the 'go' was given and chief engineer Roy Sjoberg was directed to develop it as a production car.

'Team Viper' was organized by Sjoberg with a handpicked group of 85 engineers that began development in March of 1989. Their primary goal was to construct a vehicle that concentrated on performance above all else. Their benchmark: to go from 0 to 100 back to 0 in 15 seconds.

Three years of intensive, often around-the-clock operations were begun by Team Viper that stretched from Italy, where the aluminum engine block was perfected -- to the race tracks at Nelson Ledges and Road Atlanta, where they fine-tuned the chassis and powertrain. Working closely with major automotive suppliers to develop unique components for Viper RT/10, team members searched for only what would withstand the tremendous stresses associated with high-performance driving.

The first prototype was tested in December 1989.

At the time Lamborghini (a Chrysler subsidiary) was asked to adapt their V10 truck engine for sports car use in May. The centerpiece of the car was its engine. The original design was based on the Chrysler LA engine, Lamborghini, which was designed as a truck engine. Recasting the block and head in aluminum alloy gave the engine a significant power boost as Dodge's cast-iron block V10 was revamped.

Completing the production body in the fall, by December a chassis prototype was running. Originally using a V8 in the test mule, by February 1990, the V10 which was the production car meant to use was ready.

A more comprehensive design was suggested that would include four valves per cylinder as some felt the pushrod two-valve design may have been adequate for the truck application but unsuitable for a performance car.

The budget for modification was not approved by Chrysler due to uncertainty regarding Viper's production costs and sales potential.

By May of 1990, official approval was granted from Chrysler chairman, Lee Iacocca. It was one year later that Carroll Shelby piloted a preproduction car at the Indianapolis 500 as a pace car. The first shipment began in January 1992 as the car was released to reviewers during its debut in November 1991.

Initially predetermined to be two things to the corporation, the public version of the Viper was intended as a halo car for Chrysler proving that they were still the most competent at building a low-cost vehicle of any type. Within the corporation, the Viper was a production technique test to see if the corporation really could develop new methods of manufacture and assembly to lower the cost of a vehicle.

Though 1st generation Vipers were considered by some as a crude 'kit car', Chrysler translated this into a vehicle and production line that became the most sought-after assignment in the corporation up to that point.

Typical of American performance car design, the Viper had a front-mounted engine driving rear wheels with a curb weight of 3,280lb(1,488 kg) while lacking many modern driving aids such as traction control or anti-lock brakes. In a straight-line performance, the Viper completed a quarter mile in 12.9 seconds and had a maximum speed of 164 mph (264 km/h).

The engine produced 400 hp (298 kW) at 4600 rpm and 450 ft·lbf (610 N·m) of torque at 3600 rpm. Due to the long-gearing allowed by the torquey engine, it provided surprising fuel economy at a claimed 21 mpg-US (11.2 L/100 km) if driven sedately. The body of the Viper was a tubular steel frame with resin transfer molding (RTM) fiberglass panels.

By 1998, 9,500 Vipers cruised the world's boulevards and racetracks, building a very strong and extremely enthusiastic owner core. Currently, there are more than 1,700 members of the Viper Club of America and 27 Viper Clubs throughout the United States.

by Jessican Donaldson