Squeaks and rattles?

[fastfun42]

I have decided to sell my corvette and buy a new viper. I have a friend with an 04 so I have been in one and driven it several times. I'm concerned with the car developing squeaks and rattles as the miles add up. My friends car only has 3k miles and is very tight, but that is the only viper I have been in. Do these cars age well?

 

[getbit]

better than most of their owners...

 

[VTen555]

12k miles on my 04 SRT...no more than my 03 Z06 when it had the same miles

 

[DodgeViper01]

I have worked for three years to keep my car to stop from ALL of the rattles and I have not won yet but have made a HUGE difference. Problem is that I have a GEN II so mine is a little bit more noisy. From what I have experienced driving plenty of SRT-10's, they are best for no rattles and comfort level. I would assume that the coupe would be the most rattle free but the convertible has a rag top so you should be fine. Good luck with your choice.

 

[kwiksilver]

What did he just say???????

 

[Racer Robbie]

25000 miles and not a squeak or groan to be heard

 

[Viper Specialty]

Almost 15K miles- Nothing.

I have found to avoid squeaks/rattles, every 10K miles, go through and check suspension for loose bolts, Lube all ball joints, lube Window Tracks, Door/Trunk/Hood Hinges, all Latches, and most importantly, wipe down all rubber weatherstripping with a rag soaked in Silicone Lubricant.

 

[Racer Robbie]

very good advice Final GTS