Cobra versus Viper

[TONYC]

I just bought a copy of the latest Classic and Sportscar magazine as there is a very interesting feature comparing the performance of an AC Cobra with a Dodge Viper and a TVR Griffith. Looks very comprehensive and worth a read. I am thinking of buying a Viper this year does anyone have any experience of one as I would be interested to hear the pro's and con's.

Tony

[runt]

Hi Tony, that one tested and for sale by Robert Hughes must be one of the best early ones left,such a low mileage.
I recall reading somewhere that body repairs are STRATOSPHERICALLY costly; like, £20k for a front end.
Although mechanically, that V-10 motor sounds unstressed and the gearing is very high, and they certainly are rapid.
Traction in the wet scary, hood abysmal and leaks.. a most dramatic looking car though, good luck!
There must be an owners club over here?

Paul/runt.

[steamyrotter]

SRT10 for the british market....

Otherwise you'd have to join us jolly proper Viper owners!!!!!

[TONYC]

Originally Posted by steamyrotter

SRT10 for the british market....

Otherwise you'd have to join us jolly proper Viper owners!!!!!

I agree with you the early Viper is the only one to go for. It must be the side pipes that attract me to it.

Tony

[TONYC]

Originally Posted by runt

Hi Tony, that one tested and for sale by Robert Hughes must be one of the best early ones left,such a low mileage.
I recall reading somewhere that body repairs are STRATOSPHERICALLY costly; like, £20k for a front end.
Although mechanically, that V-10 motor sounds unstressed and the gearing is very high, and they certainly are rapid.
Traction in the wet scary, hood abysmal and leaks.. a most dramatic looking car though, good luck!
There must be an owners club over here?

Paul/runt.

Scary traction and leaky hood sounds just what I am used to with the Cobra. There is a UK Viper Club which is part of Pistonheads but they are only pro Viper which is understandable. The repairs might be costly but the insurance is very reasonable. I have been quoted £430 fully comp but then I am in the same age group at MikeT

Tony


Tony

[wilf]

Bit too wide for UK country lanes! LOL