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Chrysler introduced the all-new 2013 SRT Viper at the 2012 New York Auto Show with high hopes for sales. Unfortunately for them, the Viper got off to a horrible start once it hit dealerships, and things haven’t gotten much better since.
In fact, in April 2014, the automaker had to cease production altogether for more than two months due to slow sales. They even tried to rename it the “Dodge Viper” again, adding 5 more horsepower and better highway economy. It didn’t help. In 2015, Fiat Chrysler Group announced that it would finally cease production of the Viper, closing up shop two years later.
It’s a shame, really. The fifth-generation Viper has established itself as the best overall iteration of this infamous nameplate. The GTS was a gorgeous package, while the ACR variant nearly broke the internet by decimating the Nürburgring Nordschleife in just 7:01.67.
All in all, owning a fifth-generation Viper is something special, which is why many people hold onto these cars for years to come. A prime example is this 2013 SRT Viper GTS, which just sold for $122,000 after spending 11 years with its original owner.
The car has only 16,000 miles on it and has a gorgeous Stryker Red Tinted Pearl exterior paint job, part of the $14,600 optional Stryker package. This thing cost $148,090 when new, so you could say it has handled depreciation surprisingly well.
Other exterior highlights include a GTS-specific vented hood, an illuminated Stryker third brake light, LED taillights, an integrated rear spoiler, carbon fiber trim, dual side exhaust tips, plus a set of 18- and 19-inch Sidewinder II alloy wheels with Pirelli P Zero Corsa tires. You also get adjustable Bilstein shock absorbers.
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Meanwhile, inside you’ll find Sabelt electrically adjustable bucket seats in Laguna leather, a material that extends to the dashboard, center console and door panels. Then there’s the 18-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, electrically adjustable pedals, automatic climate control, cruise control, an Alcantara headliner, keyless entry and an 8.4-inch infotainment system with satellite navigation.
As for what happens under that gigantic hood, that's where the hand-built 8.4-liter V10 resides, with its 640 horsepower and 600 lb-ft of torque. It all goes to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox. According to the ad, an Arrow Racing electronic control unit has been added, with the stock ECU included in the sale.
How quick is this thing by 2024 standards? I’d say it’s still pretty quick. You can get it from zero to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds (assuming you can actually make the start), before maxing out at 206 mph (332 km/h). You won’t be able to consistently beat any all-wheel-drive supercar over the quarter mile, but you certainly wouldn’t embarrass yourself.