he Dodge Viper is slated to make a comeback in 2012 with an all-new early 2013 model year design. Rumors have it that the design team at Dodge, now bolstered by an infusion of Italian influence from their FIAT partners who are also responsible for the Alfa-Romeo, will be introducing a more stable and controllable version of the muscular sports car that will appeal to a wider range of drivers.
First of all, can you handle ten, yes, ten cylinders? The hallmark of the Dodge Viper has always been its V10 engine, that delivers an astounding 600 horsepower in its most recent incarnation. Certainly, this is not the kind of car that you are looking for if you just use your car to drive to the train station every morning to catch the train to work. On the other hand, if driving is an adventure and an experience for you, and you enjoy attracting the admiring stares of everyone who watches you pass them on the freeway, then that V10 power and original Viper design is there to show the world that you know how to get ahead in every sense of the word.
Of course, the powerful image of the Viper does not come cheap. Presently available new models list in the 90,000 dollar range and even a used model will set you back close to $78,000. On the other hand, because the car is so unusual, a Dodge Viper is an instant classic, especially because a major redesign is around the corner. So, if you have the money to spare, consider it a perhaps slightly risky investment, that you may be able to recoup a few years down the road when older Dodge Vipers become collector's items. No pricing information is available on the new generation Viper, but an educated guess would be at least ten percent more than the presently available model. Again, if this car is for you, the money is well-spent as besides your priceless enjoyment of the car, you are investing your money into a unique niche vehicle that will at least retain most of its value when you are ready to exchange it for a newer car.
