Cal Cobra
Viper Owner
Hi Everyone,
I'm looking at getting a Viper in Jan-Feb '05 time frame, and I'm currently in the research stages. I want to make sure that I've covered my bases and check out ballpark maint expenses.
How much do standard things cost like:
Brake jobs (assuming rotors aren't thrashed)
clutch replacement
tune ups
fuel injection service
insurance
How about hidden costs?
A few fun things:
header install (labor only, obviously parts can/will vary)
roller rocker install (" ")
cat back exhaust install
What are the most common failures?
I've heard the Gen I models have head gasket issues, but
the Gen II models don't. What other common issues are
lurking around?
Are the recall items only fixed for the original owner, or
does the car still have to be under a factory recognized warranty?
Thanks a lot. I'm finding some great resources on the web and I'm thinking about going to a local SF Bay area VCA meeting to learn more (I'll definitely join once I get my Viper).
Sorry for so many questions. I've been enjoying reading a lot of the VCA forums.
Thanks,
Brian
I'm looking at getting a Viper in Jan-Feb '05 time frame, and I'm currently in the research stages. I want to make sure that I've covered my bases and check out ballpark maint expenses.
How much do standard things cost like:
Brake jobs (assuming rotors aren't thrashed)
clutch replacement
tune ups
fuel injection service
insurance
How about hidden costs?
A few fun things:
header install (labor only, obviously parts can/will vary)
roller rocker install (" ")
cat back exhaust install
What are the most common failures?
I've heard the Gen I models have head gasket issues, but
the Gen II models don't. What other common issues are
lurking around?
Are the recall items only fixed for the original owner, or
does the car still have to be under a factory recognized warranty?
Thanks a lot. I'm finding some great resources on the web and I'm thinking about going to a local SF Bay area VCA meeting to learn more (I'll definitely join once I get my Viper).
Sorry for so many questions. I've been enjoying reading a lot of the VCA forums.
Thanks,
Brian