2002 Dodge Viper Closes First Two Chapters in Car's Storied History
The 2002 model Dodge Viper will be the last chance for performance enthusiasts to purchase a piece of modern automotive history.
The 2002 Dodge Viper RT/10 Roadster and GTS Coupe—representing the first and second chapters in the legendary story of the Viper—will mark the final model year for one of the most outrageous cars ever produced by a major automotive manufacturer. And to commemorate the turning of the page, Dodge will offer this outrageous performer in rich new Graphite metallic paint, with silver stripes available on GTS models.
The 2003 Dodge Viper RT/10, unveiled at the 2001 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, has been substantially redesigned and will start a new chapter in the car's history. As a result, the 2002 models are likely to be snapped up quickly as the last examples of the first two chapters in the history of America's ultimate sports car and icon of the Dodge brand.
This is arguably the most significant car ever built by Dodge," said Jim Julow, Vice President—Dodge Division Global Brand Centre, DaimlerChrysler Corporation. "It generated the excitement of car enthusiasts everywhere, earned the respect of the racing world, stirred the automotive imaginations of millions of children and created a bold, powerful icon for the Dodge brand."
CLOSING THE CHAPTER
The 2002 model Viper RT/10 Roadster and GTS Coupe remain true to their heritage of delivering the most exhilarating performance of any car in production today.
Outrageous styling, a back to sportscar basics philosophy, and power and performance matched only by cars costing four times the price of the Viper—Dodge's affordable supercar has emerged as one of the pivotal automotive products of the 20th century. And even in its final model year, it remains one of the quickest, most admired and coveted sports cars ever built.
With its 450 horsepower/490 lb.-ft. of torque all-aluminium 8.0-litre V-10 engine packed under the long, wide composite clamshell hood, Dodge Viper neither looks, sounds nor accelerates like any other car on the road.
Eighteen-inch forged aluminum wheels shod with Michelin Pilot Z-rated tires create huge contact patches for the driver to translate forward, lateral and stopping power to the ground. With the addition of anti-lock brakes as standard equipment beginning in 2001, there's virtually no category of on-track performance that the Dodge Viper doesn't dominate.
And inside, the 2002 Dodge Viper enjoys all the refinements added over its 10 years of production, including power windows and mirrors, satin aluminium component finish, and optional Cognac-coloured Connolly® leather seats and interior surfaces.
Since 1992, Dodge has sold more than 14,000 Vipers, building a very strong and extremely enthusiastic owner core. Currently there are more than 3,600 members of the Viper Club of America affiliated with 40 Viper Clubs throughout the world, 33 of which are in the United States.
CONCEPT TO REALITY
Originally introduced as a concept car to much fanfare and acclaim at the 1989 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the first-generation Dodge Viper RT/10 Roadster has been produced continuously since 1992.
The Viper has come to represent the period in Chrysler Corporation history marked by risk-taking designs, dramatic styling and the industry's most exciting concepts.
When the decision was made to transform the Viper concept to reality, Dodge established itself as performance leader among American manufacturers, and subsequently released other benchmark car and truck models—all bearing the bold, powerful and capable Dodge characteristics.
The 2002 model Dodge Viper will be the last chance for performance enthusiasts to purchase a piece of modern automotive history.
The 2002 Dodge Viper RT/10 Roadster and GTS Coupe—representing the first and second chapters in the legendary story of the Viper—will mark the final model year for one of the most outrageous cars ever produced by a major automotive manufacturer. And to commemorate the turning of the page, Dodge will offer this outrageous performer in rich new Graphite metallic paint, with silver stripes available on GTS models.
The 2003 Dodge Viper RT/10, unveiled at the 2001 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, has been substantially redesigned and will start a new chapter in the car's history. As a result, the 2002 models are likely to be snapped up quickly as the last examples of the first two chapters in the history of America's ultimate sports car and icon of the Dodge brand.
This is arguably the most significant car ever built by Dodge," said Jim Julow, Vice President—Dodge Division Global Brand Centre, DaimlerChrysler Corporation. "It generated the excitement of car enthusiasts everywhere, earned the respect of the racing world, stirred the automotive imaginations of millions of children and created a bold, powerful icon for the Dodge brand."
CLOSING THE CHAPTER
The 2002 model Viper RT/10 Roadster and GTS Coupe remain true to their heritage of delivering the most exhilarating performance of any car in production today.
Outrageous styling, a back to sportscar basics philosophy, and power and performance matched only by cars costing four times the price of the Viper—Dodge's affordable supercar has emerged as one of the pivotal automotive products of the 20th century. And even in its final model year, it remains one of the quickest, most admired and coveted sports cars ever built.
With its 450 horsepower/490 lb.-
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And inside, the 2002 Dodge Viper enjoys all the refinements added over its 10 years of production, including power windows and mirrors, satin aluminium component finish, and optional Cognac-
Since 1992, Dodge has sold more than 14,000 Vipers, building a very strong and extremely enthusiastic owner core. Currently there are more than 3,600 members of the Viper Club of America affiliated with 40 Viper Clubs throughout the world, 33 of which are in the United States.
Originally introduced as a concept car to much fanfare and acclaim at the 1989 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the first-
The Viper has come to represent the period in Chrysler Corporation history marked by risk-
When the decision was made to transform the Viper concept to reality, Dodge established itself as performance leader among American manufacturers, and subsequently released other benchmark car and truck models—all bearing the bold, powerful and capable Dodge characteristics.
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