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1997 Dodge Viper
Invoice: $59,280 - $59,280
Miles Per Gallon
City: N/A
Highway: N/A
Body Style: Coupe
Engines: 8.0L V-10 450 HP
If you're considering the purchase of a Dodge Viper, chances are you won't be spending much time comparison shopping. Simply put, there is no direct competition for the Viper. Oh, you might want to look at the Chevrolet Corvette. Like the Viper, it has a large engine shrouded in a plastic skin. But it's seen more as a model of high-tech sophistication when stacked up against Dodge's supercar. If you want the day-to-day practicality of a solid, easy-to-use convertible top, an available automatic transmission and a first-rate climate-control system, the Corvette is your choice. Other sports cars in the same price range, principally the Acura NSX and Porsche 911, offer similar performance, but coddle their drivers with luxury appointments galore. Both would be good choices for all-around use. If, on the other hand, you're looking for the essence of visceral automotive performance, the Viper definitely gets the nod. Amenities? You'd best look elsewhere. The Viper's sole reason for existence is to provide maximum 4-wheeled thrills without frills. There are no gimmicks and no window dressing. For that matter, there are no windows, unless you choose to pull them out of their storage bag in the trunk. Now in its fourth model year, the limited-production Viper has changed little from the concept car that toured auto shows across the land back in 1989. In fact, there's nothing new worth mentioning for 1995, unless for some strange reason you want air conditioning, which is now an option. Good news for the immediate future, though: A hardtop coupe version is just around the corner. And that brings us back to the basics. On the fun-for-the-money scale, the Viper rates a top score. Sure, as a daily commuter, it is about as useful as a fishing rod and tackle in the middle of the Sahara. But if you want lots of power bolted to a chassis that can make the best use of it - this is your car. Our test Viper, with no options, was $56,700 worth of fun.
Purchasing an older vehicle, such as the 1997 Dodge Viper, makes good financial sense. You're able to avoid the steep depreciation rates that occur with brand new vehicles. This essentially gives you the advantage of getting a 1997 Dodge Viper for less money than when it was new. If the 1997 Dodge Viper was properly maintained, you also have a good chance of steering clear of problems that would have developed when the car was new.
The amount you pay for an older car depends on various factors. One important element is where you buy the vehicle. You're likely to get a better deal if you buy it from a private party, as opposed to a dealer. On the other hand, a reputable dealer will normally have some kind of limited warranty, so you can drive away knowing that if the car breaks down right away, you'll be covered. Another factor that may affect price on a 1997 Dodge Viper is whether it's "certified" by the manufacturer. A certified vehicle will cost more because warranty service is provided that normally doesn't come with a used car.
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