Talk me out of this!

[revived_gearhead]

I have a chance to trade up to a 2006 red/silver stripe coupe with 6K miles. I currently have an 02 FE with 6,700 original miles in perfect condition. A local dealer has a the '06 coupe. A difference of less than 10K would probably get it done. Have I lost my mind?

 

[big-n-italian]

sounds like you have a very nice FE car. i wouldnt do it.

 

[redtanrt10]

That price seems pretty decent, an '06 like that can be bought for mid to high 60"s, can you sell your FE for mid 50's? I also assume that by trading you'll only pay sales tax on the 10K difference?
Have you driven a Gen III coupe? It is a much better car. People will debate the looks of one vs. the other, and also debate the long term value of both. I sold a great modified '99 ACR, and while I miss that car, hands down the 06 is much better and I'm not looking back.

 

[troyrt10]

You know a New GT500 is better than the Original. But, would you trade in the Original for a new one?

IMHO I really think the Original GTS is a keeper. Especially an ACR.

But, it's your $$$

Trust your gut!

 

[viperDoug]

Depends on what interests you more. If you want more performance and refinement....the '06 is the way to go. If you want something that has more potential to be a classic, then keep the FE. I have an '06 coupe and the car is BAD. I can assure you that you won't regret it if you make the change.

 

[agentf1]

I would keep the FE but that is just me.

 

[PAvenomRT/10]

I also would keep the FE. It is already a classic.
Pavenom

 

[funky977]

Keep the FE.

 

[got one]

keep the FE...the Shelby example is a good one.

If the price was not part of the decision and you were looking at both in a parking lot, which one would you choose???

 

[rcdice]

Since you sound more like a collector than a driver (6,700 miles), I'd keep the FE.

If you plan on doing a lot more driving, 06 Coupe.

 

[AFL in NJ]

Why not just get a 2nd job and get both?

Regards,
Aaron

 

[revived_gearhead]

Thanks Guys! I think you talked me in to keeping the FE. I stopped home for lunch and walked by the car. I think I'd be sorry. I'll have to work harder and add a SRT coupe later.
FE it is!!!

 

[mad0953]

Good choice. The Gen2 body style will always be a classic. I am keeping mine forever and maybe will get a used 08 in the future for road trips.

 

[wastntim]

I really believe that Gen III's, especially the coupe's are going to take a big hit when Gen IV's start becoming available. The two cars look too much the same. Why buy a gen III if it looks the same as gen IV but with less horsepower?
Gen I and II are distinct.

 

[YouWish]

GTS is the best looking Viper to date. If looks are the most important like it is to me(you can mod anything to beat anything) then keep the GTS!

 

[JKVIPER]

The GTS will hold it's value better and will be easier to sell whenever that time comes.

The 06 Coupe is a more refined ride. If that is what you are after then go for it.

I traded my 01 GTS for an 06 Coupe and am happy with the change since I was looking for the refinement, that is a quieter and more comfortable ride with the same great performance.

 

[EllowViper]

Tell the dealer you'd be glad to trade your "Final Edition" for a cool $10K in your pocket and take that generic '06 coupe off his hands...LOL

 

[Obsidian]

NNNNNNNNNNNNNNOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!

Do not let go of the FE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[klamathpro]

Trade up only to an 08', nothing less.

 

[RobZ]

Well the (correct) decision has already been made so I'll save my $.02 for another day.



Rob

 

[Viperchad]

I've owned both....and wouldn't do it. I ended up going back to the GEN II. You will regret if you sell the FE. Trust me.

 

[DodgeViper01]

That is a good deal but the deal sounds so good that the SRT Coupe was probably a skip barber car. If you are not bothered by it then I would say go for it but if it is a skip barber car then the price is about average.

 

[DodgeViper01]

I've owned both....and wouldn't do it. I ended up going back to the GEN II. You will regret if you sell the FE. Trust me.

How is the Noble treating you?