Looking for a Gen 1 Viper (Newbie)

lagalaxy13 · May 12, 2007

Looking for a nice taken care of gen 1 viper, I live in Ohio so trying to find something "close" but willing to travel for the right car. Have been looking for over a month, but nothing really has jumped at me and said this is a great deal BUY ME!!
This is my dream car and want to make sure what I get will make me happy for years to come. Wife gave me the green light to get one before we started having kids, because I'm sure once that happens it will never happen. Well anyways I'll keep reading the site and hope to have one in my driveway in the next few weeks.

grcforce327 · May 12, 2007

Broaden your search!There's usually is a viper owner nearby that can check a car out for you!

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Kmrumedy · May 12, 2007

Hello and welcome. There are a lot of helpful people on this site. I just bought mine with their help. You may want to provide some details of what you want in terms of colour, budget, etc.. It will help us send you links to a car you really like.

Enjoy the quest....it is a lot of fun!

GotA350ZTT · May 12, 2007

I would also consider broadening your search. I just bought a 94 RT/10 in perfect condition with 14k miles on it. I had to get it shipped, so I had to factor that into my price, but I got a good deal, and it still worked out. Remember, there is always negotiating.

lagalaxy13 · May 12, 2007

Looking for a red one for under $35,000. Chrome wheels a plus & a soft & hardtop.

Kmrumedy · May 12, 2007

Here are some links:

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.j...engine=&fuel=&doors=&style_flag=1&cardist=216

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.j...engine=&fuel=&doors=&style_flag=1&cardist=781

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.j...engine=&fuel=&doors=&style_flag=1&cardist=207

TexasPettey · May 12, 2007

When looking at a Gen1, keep in mind that condition and repairs start to become everything. Many items are more expensive, or impossible to get, on a Gen1. Depending on the condition of the Gen1, a $35K Gen1 may be more expensive in the end than a $40K Gen2, like a '98.

I just got done with a redo of a lot of Gen1 parts on my '95. I easily spent an extra $2K on parts for the Gen1 over what the same parts would have cost on a Gen2. I love my car, but there is an extra tax for owning a Gen1, and it will get worse.

ROCKET62 · May 12, 2007

Have you checked the classifieds? I have my 93 listed for $35k with chrome 3 spokes and an extra set of 97 5 spokes. Softtop and the 3 piece trunktop. It's in great shape and has had the head gaskets replaced. PM me if you want any additional pictures or have any questions. I love this car and in the end may be fortunate enough to keep it along with my SRT that I am rebuilding.

PDCjonny · May 13, 2007

Rocket 62, those wheels looking GREAT! I personally love the three spokes that were original on the Gen 1's.

Kmrumedy · May 13, 2007

ROCKET62 said:
Have you checked the classifieds? I have my 93 listed for $35k with chrome 3 spokes and an extra set of 97 5 spokes. Softtop and the 3 piece trunktop. It's in great shape and has had the head gaskets replaced. PM me if you want any additional pictures or have any questions. I love this car and in the end may be fortunate enough to keep it along with my SRT that I am rebuilding.

Wow!!! That is a nice car!!! And no worries about the expensive gasket issue. Sounds like exactly what you are looking for.

lagalaxy13 · May 13, 2007

Nice car but alittle farther then a weekend trip for me.

JacksViper · May 13, 2007

If, you ever consider a Gen III (2003) PM me. Mine has 12K miles, never raced, the only up grade has been a Corsa track exhaust system. Figure I have in mind is $58K however, that's negotiable. I'd even drive it out to you. I can take photos upon request. :cop:

lagalaxy13 · May 13, 2007

Love to have a gen3 but a gen1 is the only one in my budget. Now if I sold both my Mustangs & motorcycle then I might be close.

lagalaxy13 · May 13, 2007

Kmrumedy said:
Here are some links:

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.j...engine=&fuel=&doors=&style_flag=1&cardist=216

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.j...engine=&fuel=&doors=&style_flag=1&cardist=781

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.j...engine=&fuel=&doors=&style_flag=1&cardist=207

The first one you posted I've been in contact with them a few times, then they dropped of the earth. Car has been on ebay for awhile.

The second one I thought I had bought & am still willing to try and make a deal but he doesn't have the soft top for it. Living in Ohio I need a soft top.

The 3rd one sounds like it might have engine mods done to it. But sent them a email to contact them anyways.

GotA350ZTT · May 13, 2007

lagalaxy13 said:
The first one you posted I've been in contact with them a few times, then they dropped of the earth. Car has been on ebay for awhile.

The second one I thought I had bought & am still willing to try and make a deal but he doesn't have the soft top for it. Living in Ohio I need a soft top.

The 3rd one sounds like it might have engine mods done to it. But sent them a email to contact them anyways.

The 2nd one has the removable hard top....wouldn't that work?

99 R/T 10 · May 13, 2007

Might want to look at this 98 RT, it a steal:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=008&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT&viewitem=&item=180115020713&rd=1&rd=1

lagalaxy13 · May 13, 2007

GotA350ZTT said:
The 2nd one has the removable hard top....wouldn't that work?

Yes it would work if I wasn't going to leave the county, but I'd like to take a few weekend trips and if I get stuck somewhere it's raining I'm screwed. I'm going to get a gen1 to enjoy the "wind in my hair" not be bottled up, because it might rain.

got one · May 13, 2007

get more info on the 3rd one...looks like a heck of a price...

lagalaxy13 · May 14, 2007

got one said:
get more info on the 3rd one...looks like a heck of a price...

Haven't been able to get them to respond to emails.

lagalaxy13 · May 14, 2007

Just found it on ebay.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SHOW...31QQihZ014QQcategoryZ6209QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I Don't want a car that NOS is on.

ViperJames · May 14, 2007

A Gen1 is an amazing car, and you can definitely get a great car for under 35k. However you definitely need to be very careful. I paid about $33.5K for my 95 when it had 19k miles on it about 2+ years ago. However, since then, i have spent THOUSANDS making it perfect, modifying and upgrading. I would definitely look to buy one that has had some work done to it, had lots of stuff replaced upgraded, to save you some $$$ if you are on a budget, honestly the cheapest Viper is not going to be the "cheapest". You are better off spending a little more for one that you KNOW has been TOTALLY cared for the right way. preferably that has had the head gaskets done, since that is a guaranteed expense otherwise. Best of luck!

lagalaxy13 · May 14, 2007

I had a chance a month ago to buy this car, but since it was black I wasn't that interested in it. I met this guy a few years back and He has been very helpful in info I should look for. I have great feeling about his car, but now he has it on ebay. But I think your right, the extra bucks might be worth it in the long run even though it's not the color I want.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...RK:MEBI:IT&viewitem=&item=300109077268&rd=1,1

GotA350ZTT · May 14, 2007

^^ That is a nice ride! For under $35k I'd jump on that. If you are garage keeping your Viper (and I hope you are) black looks amazing as long as you keep it clean

lagalaxy13 · May 15, 2007

Thin I'm changeing my focus to any color but green. Sorry green owners but I alreay have two green cars in my driveway.

PittsburghRT · May 15, 2007

The car on Ebay looks really nice, but I would look for a lower mile car.

GotA350ZTT · May 15, 2007

I sent you a PM if you didn't already see it.

Sniper · May 15, 2007

I've got one I'd sell for over what you would want, but I've got alot of upgrades. 1994.
30,000 miles. New transmission, new rack and pinion steering, new head gaskets all under factory warranty, ect... front autoform splitter, rear autoform wing, hre 547 polished wheels, eradispeed slotted and drilled rotors, vipermania hardtop, borla headers, hi-flo cats, borla race mufflers, upgraded new 96 black dash, 96 black seats, ect......candy apple red $40,000.00 firm

V10SpeedLuvr · May 15, 2007

PittsburghRT said:
The car on Ebay looks really nice, but I would look for a lower mile car.

The 95' w/30k miles?? Mine is a year newer and has more than DOUBLE 30k on it (71k). I noticed, whether I like it or not, I'm gonna die one day. I'm not letting anyone inherit a low mileage garage queen Viper that I paid for and never drove :nono:

viper · May 19, 2007

let me know if you are still looking for a viper (1995 red 15k miles with lots options) my email is [email protected] best regards

lagalaxy13 · May 20, 2007

viper said:
let me know if you are still looking for a viper (1995 red 15k miles with lots options) my email is [email protected] best regards

Yep still looking for a car. Will send you a email.

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