SEMA eNews, Vol. 9, No. 25, June 21, 2006

SPY PHOTOS—2008 DODGE VIPER?

Check out these pictures of the 2008 Dodge Viper from spy photographer Chris Doane of Brenda Priddy & Company (BP&C).






According to BP&C:

“This is one group of prototypes that all our sources are stumped on. And there wasn't just one powertrain prototype here - there were at least four of these red-hot Vipers with a vinyl-covered camouflage hood and various wires and test gauges - but nothing could hide the huge vents on the hood, and we managed to get excellent views. Sources are telling us NOT to expect a 2007 Viper - that model-year will be "skipped" and the '08 models will make an early appearance within the first quarter of 2007. And we do know that Dodge wants to expand the horsepower in the Vipers, but the "what" and "how" are currently just rumors. One ‘rumor’ is that McLaren is involved with the Viper project and is tweaking a V10 to put out nearly 650-horsepower. I guess we'll know if these rumors are true soon enough.”

Viper Sales Numbers:

SEMA Research and Information Center reports the following sales numbers for the Viper: 2006 (January – May only) = 637; 2005 = 1,652; 2004 = 1,782; 2003 = 2,103; 2002 = 1,511; 2001 = 1,388.

News and Notes from Foresight Research 2005 Specialty and High Image Vehicle Study:
The buyers of specialty vehicles are sensitive to change and aware of new product renewals. The Dodge Viper (although remaining strong) shows a deterioration in consumer perception of road handling/power because there have been no significant new product changes lately.


95% of Viper owners are males between the age of 25 and 64.


Viper owners place significantly more importance on unique styling, horsepower and acceleration and much less emphasis on technical innovation, luxury appointments and value.


Suggested Vehicle Modifications to Improve Satisfaction:
Add navigation – 17.5%
Reduce engine heat – 15.0%
Improve audio – 12.5%
Add features – 12.5%


One in four owners (26%) modify their Viper. The single biggest upgrade category is modifying exhaust, followed by engine upgrades, engine computer chips, exterior (appearance parts) and turbo or superchargers.

 

looks aight. the fuji is not a big fan.

 

Trying to hide a Viper is like trying to hide Big Bird in a chicken coupe or virtually anywhere. Nice try Mopar but this car is not meant to be camouflaged and is it just me or did they add a dash of european style to it?

 

can't wait too see the viper GTS

 

YEAH IM SORRY BUT THE VIPER DOESNT SCREAM OUT AMERICAN LIKE IT USE TO - THE VIPER USE TO BE MY DREAM CAR BUT I WOULD TAKE A VETTE ANYDAY NOW BUT DONT GET ME WRONG IF ANYBODY WANTS TO TRADE THERE VIPER FOR MY BOX THEY GOT IT LOL THE VIPERS BIGGEST DOWN FALL IS HANDLEING SINCE THE DAY IT CAME OUT THE VETTE HAS ALWAYS BEAT THE VIPER WHEN IS COMES TO CORNING AND ON THE STRAIGHT AWAY IT DIDNT BEAT THE VETTE BY MUCH BUT OH WELL

 

let go of the caps brotha! lol

 

O man, *drools*. The viper has been a long time favorite of mine. Soo..25 and up huh? I doubt i'd get one at that age, but we'll see
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Vaporizors

 

i find it hard to believe that only one in 4 viper owners mod the car....