Mako Report post Posted April 2, 2012 While it's "new" the Viper isn't new anymore. People weren't expecting it the first time around, but now, people have high expectations. The specs on the car ARE impressive, and i think people will draw some interesting comparisons on the look from the front end. It will be a brute that some people will love, and others loathe. All opinions aside, the price is going to make or break this car. I haven't heard what it is yet, but that will be the key factor. Exactly. It's a Viper. It's not going to deviate from the standard formula they've stuck to for over a decade. Cost and HP are going to be the keys here, they need to both be superior to the ZR-1's current levels. Like 650HP or more, and an MSRP of $110k or less. If it can do that they'll give Dodge (or whatever-the-fcuk-they're-calling-themselves-now) the top bragging rights that these cars desperately need in order to appeal to their key buying demographic (old white men). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snakebitten Report post Posted April 3, 2012 Exactly. It's a Viper. It's not going to deviate from the standard formula they've stuck to for over a decade. Cost and HP are going to be the keys here, they need to both be superior to the ZR-1's current levels. Like 650HP or more, and an MSRP of $110k or less. If it can do that they'll give Dodge (or whatever-the-fcuk-they're-calling-themselves-now) the top bragging rights that these cars desperately need in order to appeal to their key buying demographic (old white men). LOL at that last paragraph. Thanks for the reply Destructo. Cant wait to see it. I too think it would be a mistake to make the car look exactly like the GTS as its too soon for a retro Viper. I hope its a classic design but somehow I doubt it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
escobar Report post Posted April 3, 2012 If it can do that they'll give Dodge (or whatever-the-fcuk-they're-calling-themselves-now) the top bragging rights that these cars desperately need in order to appeal to their key buying demographic (old white men). I've noticed a lot more Juiceheads and younger kids puttering around in the vipers than old white men. Maybe they need an ad spot on the next Jersey Shore season and voila. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destructo Report post Posted April 3, 2012 Thanks for the reply Destructo. Cant wait to see it. I too think it would be a mistake to make the car look exactly like the GTS as its too soon for a retro Viper. I hope its a classic design but somehow I doubt it. Yeah, it will be something to see. I think in person it will be more imposing. I saw video from a photoshoot and the car looks good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lespauldude Report post Posted April 3, 2012 I've noticed a lot more Juiceheads and younger kids puttering around in the vipers than old white men. Maybe they need an ad spot on the next Jersey Shore season and voila. Love the "old white men" line! I'm a Viper owner (09 GTS Blue with white stripes Vert) and get a kick out of the fanaticism regarding the Gen V. The Viper, to me, is simply a very sexy American supercar that is unique in styling and power. The Lambo's got my total attention since the Countach S-type debuted all those years ago (just like everyone else). Of all the supercars ever built, the Lambo lines/styling are at the top of my list. The Aventador is absolutely stunning (especially in the flat black finish). Being 6'4'', I doubt that I could even fit in one. I'm sure that's a question for another thread (I'll have to use the search function). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Snakebitten Report post Posted April 3, 2012 Are you saying that this is what the car looks like??? I see some elements from the teaser pics SRT released, like the indent in the roof, side mirrors etc but the rest just doesnt scream Viper at all. Does this picture look like the same car you saw in the video? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
emanon Report post Posted April 3, 2012 Are you saying that this is what the car looks like??? I see some elements from the teaser pics SRT released, like the indent in the roof, side mirrors etc but the rest just doesnt scream Viper at all. Does this picture look like the same car you saw in the video? Thats a Koegnigseggssssegsgsgsssss Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snakebitten Report post Posted April 3, 2012 Thats a Koegnigseggssssegsgsgsssss Im such a duffus. Thats right. Its the Agera if Im not mistaken. I knew it looked familiar. Man I feel stupid lol. I see what Destructo is getting at by posting the pic. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
emanon Report post Posted April 3, 2012 Im such a duffus. Thats right. Its the Agera if Im not mistaken. I knew it looked familiar. Man I feel stupid lol. I see what Destructo is getting at by posting the pic. haha don't sweat it man. I'm kinda hoping the new car has some distinct GTS lines. To this day I still think the GTS makes an SRT look like shit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destructo Report post Posted April 3, 2012 I'm kinda hoping the new car has some distinct GTS lines. You won't be disappointed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snakebitten Report post Posted April 3, 2012 haha don't sweat it man. I'm kinda hoping the new car has some distinct GTS lines. To this day I still think the GTS makes an SRT look like shit. I completely agree. The GTS is essense of Viper. SRT's got away from the curves and outrageousness. Im hearing from what Destructo and guys on the Viper forums that saw the early reveal last year, that the new design is a homage to the GTS. Cant wait. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
FikseSTS Report post Posted April 3, 2012 hope so, along with 700HP my 96 GTS.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destructo Report post Posted April 3, 2012 hope so, along with 700HP my 96 GTS.... I would take your 96 GTS over the new Viper. Just an FYI, yours is gorgeous! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perdition Report post Posted April 3, 2012 There's definitely some GTS in the new Viper! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destructo Report post Posted April 3, 2012 Just HOURS before the reveal, InsideLine leaked stills from a video of the new Viper. http://blogs.insideline.com/straightline/2...-auto-show.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smash Boy Report post Posted April 3, 2012 Looks like Viper GTS combined with a 599 GTO/F512M. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanRo24 Report post Posted April 3, 2012 Meh.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.Wiggs Report post Posted April 3, 2012 Looks like Viper GTS combined with a 599 GTO/F512M. My thoughts EXACTLY! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kisco Report post Posted April 3, 2012 Not feeling it at all in the pics. Might look better in person... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mako Report post Posted April 3, 2012 Not feeling it at all in the pics. Might look better in person... Boring so far. But again, as I said in my post, it's never going to be some radical redesign. They're following the POS playbook, which is to never deviate too far from what the base audience wants, which is to buy the same car over and over and over and over again apparantly. Note to Destructo: Don't use "Page #" as your reference in thread updates, as the site can display more posts-per-page and people tweak it to customized views. Your "Page 5" is my Page 3... Instead use the actual post number, which is always the same for everyone no matter what their settings are. I edited the thread title accordingly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chipster Report post Posted April 3, 2012 I HOPE it looks better for real!! My old Viper. Definitely miss it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thecyrax Report post Posted April 3, 2012 Does have a touch of Ferrari in it (might just be the shade of red...), but I love it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perdition Report post Posted April 3, 2012 It looks like a monster truck in some of those stills. Looking forward to the press photos.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snakebitten Report post Posted April 4, 2012 Oh noooo. It still has SUV ride height from the factory.......Why?????WHYYYYYYY???????? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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