Should you buy a USED Dodge VIPER?

[@TheRealTanSeeker]

Look mate, you made me buy an MX5 can you stop already

[@TheRealTanSeeker]

Alright those spare parts prices holy shit 🤣

[@THEANIMALGUY]

😂😂 don't worry I'm pretty sure he'll get u yo buy some other cars as well

[@thecookeman]

Classic!

[@EliasE0805]

How is it??

[@TheRealTanSeeker]

@EliasE0805 absolutely love the mx5. Bought an ND RF manual. Used to have a 370z and this car is even more special than that. It really is a 'driver's car' . When I test drove it, I immediately started laughing to myself, it just blew me away how different and special it felt. Played on my mind every day for 3 weeks til I went back and bought it. ReDriven review is absolutely on point.

[@kylegriffiths5990]

Redriven is hands down the most entertaining KZbin channel in Australia.

[@ricardosilva-xz1yt]

MCM

[@ReDriven]

You are too kind. - AK

[@ConantheWesty]

"Is that a dog's penis?" Something I had never expected to hear in reference to a car headlight...

[@SamHough-sr3bn]

Clay wong, Ross reviews… this guys a pussy

[@wolfscent8386]

I did not expect an oldschool Viper to be featured on this channel LOL. Good on ya :D

[@ReDriven]

Just making sure we only feature the most sensible cars mate ;) - AK

[@screwge84]

This was one of my first scale models as a kid. So you can imagine how I felt when in mid-1990s suburban Melbourne, my friend opened his dad’s garage and I found myself staring at a Dodge Viper and 1969 Mustang. I couldn’t believe my eyes. For all its faults, lack of quality and exotic style, a red Viper RT10 still remains a childhood dream car 😍

[@TimSlee1]

I had one too, it was red and you could open the doors and the hood. No idea what happened to it.

[@mattthambirajahpt286]

Had a green model from Bburago. I passed it down to my kid. The model was destroyed within 6 months

[@BennysCustomWorks]

Thanks for a great day of fun!

[@mrjingles77]

I just noticed the rego plate, Benny!

[@davidt3196]

Was gonna say, I wonder who's car this is?😂

[@sethlover1211]

yes. the answer is yes. i bought one with no regrets. it is my dream car.

[@ravipeiris4388]

First time ever I didn't want to hear Jim's "what goes wrong" section - if you own a Viper, you are a winner to any car enthusiast. I was in university when this car came out and was my dream car in addition to the Diablo ❤. This car is stunning in 2024 as it was in 1992. No other car has this unique styling ever and it still is a head turner.

[@nyc863]

A long time ago I did a skip barber racing course. The instructor took us greenhornsnonr by one as passengers for laps around the track in a Viper. I made the mistake of suggesting that, so far, he looked like he was showboating a bit. The next lap was terrifying.

[@michaelhart5886]

My mate had a 2005 8.3 v10 viper fpr 6 years until he wrote it off. He supercharged it. Was dynoed at over 750hp. Number plate was VIPA for anyone who saw it driving around Sydney before its untimely denise. Was soooo much fun to drive. Mental as to drive especially supercharged.

[@tonym1865]

The older they get the less complicated they are, alot less goes wrong and the mechanics like 'em. There's a message there. As soon as car manufacturers figure it out the better off we'll all be.

[@dukascopyolgavids1025]

Unfortunately car manufacturers figured it out long ago, that's why they make them like that. More going wrong means more mugs getting ripped off by dealer servicing, and more expensive parts sold. Just look at Audi, their cars are often great to drive, but it's as if they design them on purpose (eg plastic PCV valve that fails and leaks water into the engine oil) to fail expensively.

[@esthetics4512]

@@dukascopyolgavids1025💯💯

[@Boatfisherz1]

Great review, spot on to how I view my 95! Viper is way cheaper to maintain compared to any European exotic that's 30 years old. You've mentioned all the issues with the first gens, well done. It also provides a better experience (driving and eyeballs) vs the "competition". For the current prices....it's just a bargain and I wouldn't hesitate to by a second one.

[@josiahfrederick1602]

Redriven is amazing, Jim is so transparent and honest, you guys are the real motoring journalist, not the bs guys upselling new car for some back door deal

[@charlieryan1736]

Thanks for featuring this iconic vehicle 🇺🇸👌🏻 I’ve had a 98 GTS for 10 years and it’s been an amazing experience ! No mechanical issues to complain about and always puts a smile on my face.

[@jordanmcmillan2762]

Door sagging issues are from coupe models with windows. They used the same hinges as the door without the additional window weight so the door sagged over time. Realignment isn't a big deal. The interior plastic is not thin. It's really easy to remove in order to refinish. This video sounds like a pretty accurate review though. It's so much fun to drive.

[@schte1n]

AK telling it like it is. Car reviewing without the wank - the viper is a special car and cannot be compared. Keep up the great work guys! 👌

[@supaflask1275]

Any chance on featuring a nissan cube soon?

[@MrWilliam.Stewart]

Think they did a performance version of the Cube, badged the Pube.

[@supaflask1275]

@@MrWilliam.Stewart link?

[@SamHough-sr3bn]

No.

[@abdulgourani6824]

Honestly the more I watch redriven the more I enjoy his videos, great work keep it up 👍🏻

[@ReDriven]

Thanks so much!! - AK

[@retrogameboyz]

Yes you should. As long as you find the right one. I have a 2004 SRT only 7k miles. Had it for 5 years. It’s one of the most reliable and timeless vehicles to own. Turns heads at every corner , sounds amazing (with upgraded exhaust) and just so damn fun to drive. Buy one if you can you won’t regret it.

[@jasonlambert154]

I hired one in Brisbane years ago ... LOVED IT.

[@jonathontoney2338]

Our local dodge dealer here in my town back in the 90s had both the Gen 1 prototype and the Gen 2 prototype vipers, they still had the hand-cut tires on them. One day his kid got in trouble and he came to our school to talk to the teachers, he parked the Gen 2 right in front of the front door and went in. We were all on our lunch breaks so we were all out front of the school as it was a popular spot to chill and eat. Pretty much everyone hated the dealer as he was a total prick, so a bunch of kids pulled out their keys and started to walk toward the Gen 2. Luckily one of the school cops walked over to it and stood next to it, it stopped all the kids from keying the crap out of it.

[@DumbAccordionTricks]

Would love to see you do a C5 Corvette (if you can find one). Being over 25 years old, they're legal to import LHD without conversion. As mentioned on your recent ReDriven podcast with Justin Narayan.

[@snowball05]

I dove one of these at a track. Three lasting impressions; that huge centre console, immense torque and awful brakes that lasted one corner. What a beast!

[@AhhDeeH]

Adam, thank you for reviewing Benny's Viper ! Ive taken your advice onboard and purchased one in Perth, WA.

[@AnnatarTheMaia]

That's a rhetorical question, as Vipers are continually going up in price. Most are out of price range at this point. And having a sports car made with bin parts is the best thing which can happen to one in regards to ownership, as parts will be inexpensive and easy to obtain.

[@josephkelly4893]

Pretty cheap in the US still

[@AnnatarTheMaia]

@@josephkelly4893 the later models have become Unobtainium. I've seen them go for a quarter million dollars, on those rare occasions when they pop up for sale... that's beyond the reach of any middle class person now.

[@Kreege]

They had a big blip during covid in 2021-22 but they have come back down in the past few years. almost at 2019 prices again(except the 96-97 blue/white GTS)

[@lsk8183]

Hello from Houston America. Came across your video, and I liked it. I have been a Gen 2 owner for over 8 years. I would sell many of my other possessions than this. Every time I drive it still gives me the sweat. It reminds me on every corner and each acceleration that it is an untamed beast. Yet, each time it's mesmerizing. Wife and kids would never join me for a ride..

[@Hapkido82AUS]

As far as 90s US muscle cars go, I've always been a fan (especially in Aussie GTP race spec, ie Nations Cup) But realistically, a C4 ZR1 Corvette would do just about everything better, except they look mostly like any other 80s 90s C4. I kinda like the idea of a Redriven Collectables spin off series, too....

[@dannyperrino5308]

I’ve had 5 Vipers over the years. 96,98,01,03,06. I loved them all. I sold my 06 in 2021 when I retired. The biggest issue I had was that new tires are virtually impossible to find anymore! I always replace my tires after 4 regardless of how many miles are on them. What good is an awesome car like the Viper if you can’t buy tires for it. 🤔 There’s a whole history about various manufacturers and tires which I’m not going into here.

[@chuckystang]

Is the size the issue? What is the solution

[@kevinmcclelland2135]

The 17 viper is a whole other environment when it comes to creature comforts. The prowler is the fun baby brother to the viper. Lots of creature comforts, good styling, much less expensive, but looks as exotic. I own a 2001 prowler and i get as much attention in it as a Lamborghini attracts. Not saying that the 17 convertible viper doesn’t get attention, because it does. Lmao

[@josephbarker4436]

Thanks benny for the loan for review

[@MrCarrera28]

"Exotic looks, RWD, no roof, manual gearbox, giant powerful engine what else can you buy?" AC Cobra or Corvette ZR1

[@theairstig9164]

A number of motorcycles or trikes

[@FeintMotion]

Cobras are hen's teeth in oz, mate. And C4 ZR1's in any condition, even written off, cost a lot more than a well done up Viper

[@MrCarrera28]

@@FeintMotion Ummm with respect please check out carsales. There is a C4 ZR1 with 97,000 kms for $80k and two with approx 40,000 kms for $130. Currently there is a 93 Viper for $152k, a 93 Viper for $135k, a 94 Viper for $139k and a 94 Viper for $138k. So the ZR1s are cheaper than an early Viper.

[@seanwebb995]

Cool car, a mate has a black '94 model, and gave me a ride in it. Pretty cool, and so good to get a realistic review on it too

[@hazzak4354]

Viper < any TVR supercar and some are 10s of thousands cheaper

[@thisisscotts]

The Viper GTS has been my dream car since playing Gran Turismo 1 as a kid in the 90's. Would love to be able to just drive one; can't even fathom owning one. Thanks for doing this review!

[@scottcarter2362]

Such a cool car. As to what would I buy instead? NSX. I hold on to hope one day you'll find one to review.

[@corinful]

Overrated car seriously. I had an Nsx and an Rx7 to me the Rx7 was a far better and quicker car

[@eyecontrol4900]

would rather an old school camaro or mustang honestly.

[@mattdebyl8806]

@@corinfulthe NSX is not about being quicker though.

[@PKDionysus]

I'd immediately grow the black people version of a mullet, wear aviators near constantly, and dress like the Hoff in the 80's the INSTANT I bought a viper. I fucking LOVE this thing - and I tend not to like muscle cars.

[@mclouj]

The Viper transcends muscle cars, I feel the same way.

[@dcptiv]

I just want the engine out of it to put into a VN Commodore at some point. 8:38 the LJ/LC Torana has the same seating position where you don't face directly forward but obviously on the right side.

[@MrSymo66]

It does have direct competition, the TVR Cebera or Tuscan in the V8 variant, massive road presence and more bespoke than the Viper.

[@jake_80]

2:37 TVR?

[@NA-en7kz]

Thank you for the correct engine info!

[@mattthambirajahpt286]

Can't believe you guys did this! What an amazing video! My favourite car since the early 90s :)

[@TheHayabusa09]

Factor in around $10k for the rubber alone..especially those 345 rears!

[@BennysCustomWorks]

The tyres were only $2500 for a full set, Micheilin Pilot sport

[@richdavidson8554]

Camera and microphone used for driving part?

[@colseverns9848]

Great job guys … have always had an interest in the Viper and almost seriously bought a Ram with the 8 litre in it .. Got an F250 diesel instead.. love the Viper and would definitely have one in the shed but I would have to trade the missus in on that deal

[@giojohn9807]

That is my dream car. The raw brutal experience of that huge V10 that mostly wants to kill you sound like one hell of thrill

[@stephenmoore1541]

Holy crap! Adam's on the correct side of the car! Ha, love it!

[@ianbrown4242]

The Dodge Viper is - hands down - one of the greatest theater-vehicles ever made. It's a road-going Batmobile. An utter classic that out-guns almost anything the Euro's can deliver. Sorry, it's just the truth.

[@theairstig9164]

Like many Chrysler products it’s also trying to kill you even when it’s turned off and in a garage

[@C.Fecteau-AU-MJ13]

You spelt theatre incorrectly... Although this is a video with the steering wheel on the incorrect side of the car. So it's very much on brand to spell words wrong too. And as a man who's very interested in cars that bring the drama, a first gen Viper is very near to the top of my wishlist. Nobody quite does "in your face" like the 'muricans do and you just have to love that. Even if they do need a little help from the Europeans, or even on occasion us Australians, to make them work properly.

[@katzicael]

The OG Viper is similar to drive to a Widowmaker 911 - don't respect it, and it'll put you 6ft under lol.

[@EB240]

This is Benny's viper right?

[@SamHough-sr3bn]

Who gives a shit if Benny has this or that.. 🤣

[@jiivenchartrain321]

Was looking at Vipers on the market today funnily enough. This video and the 40 bucks in my bank account should be enough to help me decide if it's right for me.

[@matthewmcdonald9107]

I feel like it would be so rough to be a car guy in Australia/New Zealand. I may be ignorant on this as an American, but how difficult is it to get parts out there in those regions? I feel like maybe it would be safer to just stick with Japanese cars, but how about maintaining something more obscure and rare?

[@phoenixrising7047]

Never seen one on the road in all my years.

[@EzzaLeo]

Same. I didn't even know any even made it here.

[@fbboringstuff]

Saw a gen 2 coupe in golden yellow just a few weeks ago. Had places to be so couldn’t stop 😭

[@mfdu84]

I'm pretty sure I saw this exact car only about a month ago. I've never seen a Gen 1 and it looked absolutely wild. With these, I once saw a post from Iron Chef Imports that sums these up well. Build quality and materials, exacting craftsmanship, refinement, reliability, class, and restrained sensible styling are not things you buy a Viper for. Which is good, because it has none of them. They're an objectively terrible car. But that doesn't matter. This is just brute force rapidity with a car plonked on top of it, and a wheel at each corner.

[@Mdona25]

Can you do a C5 vette next

[@mattdebyl8806]

A clubman / caterham if I’m honest. I already have a ‘completely no frills but good god it brings a smile’ car. Even more simple and less practical (with less shitty plastic interior), doesn’t even have a windscreen wiper (sorry no wiper techs for me there). These are the sorts of cars that just bring endless joy. Simple. No nothing. Amazing fun.

[@wilydimayuga519]

Always highlights of my day when there’s a new video from you guys 🤙🏼

[@henrydeshon8286]

Reasonable dream car rn

[@AJ-rc4ln]

The GTS is the one to get

[@JBLegal09]

I agree 😉

[@A861967]

I think that Jim the mechanic needs to do some … driving.. on occasion with cars that Jim likes .. just as a variation 😊

[@AliAldujaili-i7m]

C6 corvette is a solid competitor! I would probably go with the Vette myself!

[@thecookeman]

Just like an ac cobra driving position. Been told not to drive your heros. Absolutely terrible pedals, wheel and shifter

[@mikerobert9338]

Where can we get the video version of ur podcasts? u guys are hella entertaining, much love from new jersey

[@TwistedDonners]

I would never have picked this as today's review car in a million years so definitely a surprise. It sounds like you need the nerves of a pro racer with the truckies ability to double clutch a road ranger gearbox to drive this beast. It definitely sounds like the ideal project car due to being easy to work on. The front of it I think they based off of Ted Bundy as it's front looks like it'll promise you fun then try to kill you when you drive it with it's sinster smile. Great job guys and look forward to Sunday's video as per usual and keep up the good work 👍.

[@PeachesB]

If not this or that I’d go a TVR Cerbera…

[@corinful]

Tvr Cerbera isn't even in the same ball park as a Viper

[@STORMIETR00PER]

@@corinful Yeah I'd pick the TVR everytime...

[@fbboringstuff]

A handful were imported in the late 90’s keep your eyes open!

[@salimkaiss6702]

Had one, now have a viper. Not the same league! Tvr fragile, viper is the one to have

[@Rollin8.0]

I had to double check your dimensions for your supra/viper comparison because I didn't believe you... I've parked beside a Supra before and the Viper looks like an mx5 in comparison. Crazy it's actually longer and wider, that's boggled my brain.

[@drsten29]

I own a Viper gen 3. I would not sell it for any modern sports car out there! You can have fun in this car without going crazy speeds. And the shifter demands some skill. If you learn how to, this cara will start liking you back in a way none of my ex's ever could.

[@jockwar]

another great video these R magic muscle cars love them

[@2jztheworld361]

I would kill for one of these but I’m currently eating home brand noodles for dinner so maybe not yet 😂

[@murrieteacher]

Oh yes, I will have one of these for those special days. Buggered if I know what special day would require one of these, but that V10 out front is very attractive. Just realise that it is a USA car from 30 years ago and handling was not on the list. They are NOT a track day car. But I would still like to track it for one day. Just one day. And then spend a few days in recovery.

[@Orvieta]

Fuel use: Don't ask...but I'd like to know, just how outrageous it gets. They cite 20l/100 on mixed and 12l/100 on the highway, but I'd think it'll be 30l/100 when having fun and 18l/100 when trying to "get to the nearest pump". Also what's the tank size?

[@theairstig9164]

16 gallons or about 64 litres. Same as an early ford Escape or similar sized SUV

[@Rollin8.0]

Driving mostly like a normal person and in a normal mix of highway and traffic I regularly get between 14 and 15L/100km in my 96 RT/10. Obviously if you go to a race track it'll drink like fuel is free though.

[@Orvieta]

@@Rollin8.0 That's actually an impressively good (!) number if you consider just how big that engine is. Thanks.

[@eyecontrol4900]

also have to run it on 98ron or e85 if tuned , as the engine would probably get wrecked if run on 91

[@Orvieta]

@@eyecontrol4900 98RON is adviced from the moment you're driving a performance car, I put in my Alfa Giulia without even thinking about 95.

[@C.Fecteau-AU-MJ13]

So this or a new cobra replica? I think they are good stablemates actually. Which makes sense, because the viper is very much inspired by the cobra.

[@kduo4136]

Where was this video shot? Looks really picturesque

[@ReDriven]

NSW South Coast, Mittagong area

[@ezekielwebb9335]

Man these cars are awesome !, bet you had a great time reviewing the car !

[@IBANEZGUITARCENTRE]

good review as per usual, thanks

[@jon-paulguseli5817]

Sorry about the highlands roads! They are the worst!!

[@pikachude5490]

I dont think I could be trusted wwith a viper, however i'd take an ACR

[@craigblack85]

What about a TVR Cerbera?

[@khanyilemgwebi2575]

No direct competition? C5 Corvette?

[@jimmy_jab]

Sweet, now you need to review Mark's Viperccino to compare.

[@GEEM1001]

“Fuel: Don’t ask” 😂

[@The_Ossifrage]

These early gen Vipers really are an Americanised Miata!

[@mattdebyl8806]

Or a Bullet V8

[@eyecontrol4900]

its like a mustang or camaro mixed with a miata.

[@deet4895]

I thought it was illegal to drive a left hand drive car in Australia?

[@jamiebeckf]

Love these but i would have an NSX.

[@STORMIETR00PER]

If not this, or that, then a TVR. I kept expecting you to bring similar age TVRs up as something offering a similarish experience.

[@mattdebyl8806]

Yep, this.

[@Indecisive7337]

You missed the Morgan!!!! The Morgan + 8 from the same era had the same half baked softtop with plastic sliding side windows as well, how could you miss such a near rival?

[@BEGGARWOOD1]

Finally Adam is in a jacket and jeans and I am in shorts . Summer has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere 😊

[@garychristieson6061]

Love the Viper.... but for less money you can have a slightly newer Auston Martin DB9..... just an idea

[@alfstewart22]

hand built or not, those panel gaps are crazy large, no way you'd see that on a hand built Lexus.

[@kennethbedwell5965]

Competition? Would some TVR models not fit the bill?

[@mattdebyl8806]

They sure would.

[@Thorold63]

I would have thought a Corvette would be a direct competitor.

[@DMSVICAU]

The Badge UpsideDown Looks Like DaffyDuck

[@Mannhael]

Yeah, this is my poster car when I was a kid. Never gonna afford one but maybe get a drive one day 👍

[@ReDriven]

1997 - 2017

[@kanyeistrash9802]

Hat looks good mate 👌

[@waterbourne9282]

My god that example looks good.

[@0267tommyhawk]

I havent watched the video... the answer is Yes. Will continue to watch video anyway.

[@easyadventurer]

4:15 as the prophecy foretold - Blinker Fluid

[@RichieRouge206]

Regardless of it’s flaws and problems…. Just look at it ❤️ just iconic regardless of heritage or lack thereof. Great review of a genuinely awesome car.

[@tencm738]

Great review !!

[@stevenagy88]

Love your video's, keep it up! Cheers from Brazil.

[@kanyeistrash9802]

Id be really keen to see a used y62 patrol

[@ReDriven]

Filmed a couple of days ago, publishing in a few weeks

[@OneMoreDesu]

The Dallara Stradale is this and, while it still wants to kill you like the Viper, they won't.