Rare cars are always sought-after and hard to find. Thus for a true-blue automotive guy like Dennis Collins, there is no greater joy than chasing down good classic and rare cars. Some of his latest finds are two rare Dodge Vipers, and the joy on his face can't be concealed as he provided updates on these two serpents. Of course, he couldn't resist firing these insane Viper sports cars up probably as a sign of his latest triumph.
Update On 1992 Viper RT Convertible
Just a while ago, Dennis tracked two Dodge Vipers that were seemingly still in their pristine conditions. No, they're not new; both were built in the 1990s. First is the first-gen 1992 Viper RT Convertible (#153 of 285) with a V10 aluminum block SR1 engine providing 400 HP of max output and 465 lb-ft of peak torque. When Dennis purchased it, it only had 533 miles on it.
After 29 years, this red 1992 Viper RT Convertible still had its original battery on it. It's not working so Dennis bought a new one from Mopar. The convertible still had its original "0000" tires, which came only with the 1992 Vipers. Underneath, the Viper RT Convertible had no signs of rust. Dennis noted the car wasn't pressure-washed but was only wiped clean.
Update On 1996 Viper GTS
The other Dodge serpent is one-of-1,300 (or so) second-gen 1996 Viper GTS with just 1,629 miles on the odometer, as powered by a V10 SR2 engine that is tuned to deliver 450 HP of max output and 488 lb-ft of peak torque. Even though it had 1,629 miles on it, the Viper GTS looks very pristine, especially when looking underneath.
Just like the 1992 Viper RT Convertible, this blue 1996 Viper GTS still wears its original tires. After around 25 years, the car still has it original stickers. Meanwhile, the battery of the Viper GTS was last replaced in 2005, but now a battery unit from Mopar powers this car.
A Nice Growl From V10 Viper Engines
Dennis finished the Viper update with what we've been waiting for – firing up of the engine. The mills of these Vipers were started as expected, with the red 1992 Viper RT Convertible offering louder growls and roars than the blue Viper GTS, thanks to its exhaust system. So, what's next for these rare Vipers?
Source: Dennis Collins on YouTube