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DODGE VIPER PRODUCT INFORMATION

INDEX:
- 2000 FEATURE HIGHLITS
- MARKET POSITION
- MARKET ADVANTAGES
- PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY
- FEATURE AVAILABILITY - Exterior
- FEATURE AVAILABILITY - Interior
- FEATURE AVAILABILITY - Powertrain & Chassis
- FEATURE AVAILABILITY - Equipment Groups

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2000 FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

EXTERIOR
Viper Steel Gray exterior color available
SAFETY & SECURITY
Child seat tether anchorage
ENVIRONMENTAL
On-board Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR) system to reduce fuel vapor emissions
EQUIPMENT GROUPS
Revised ACR (American Club Racer) Group:
Performance oil pan
Dynamic Suspensions, Inc. adjustable monotube shock absorbers (late availability)
New nameplate
NOTE: The information shown is preliminary and based on data available at the time of publication.

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MARKET POSITION

With its unrivaled performance, exclusivity and design innovation, Dodge Viper remains the ultimate American sports car.

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MARKET ADVANTAGES

There are no other cars truly in the same class as the Dodge Viper GTS Coupe and RT/10 Roadster — not in performance or affordability. Viper's exclusive, heart-pounding 8.0-liter V-10 engine is the largest and most powerful available today in any American production sports car. Viper GTS Coupe and RT/10 Roadster share the same 450 horsepower engine, suspension, brake system and adjustable pedal set. Additional features include a 200-watt Alpine ™ sound system, electronic door latches and an electronic security system. Viper remains true to its original mission: Create the ultimate American sports car.

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PRODUCT CHRONOLOGY

1999 MODEL YEAR

18-inch aluminum wheels w/Viper logo center caps & Michelin Pilot Sport ™ tires
Cognac Connolly® leather interior group
Black with or without silver stripe exterior color
GTS ACR Group homologated for club racing (spring 1999 introduction)

1998 MODEL YEAR

Next-generation driver air bag†
Passenger air bag on/off switch††
Exterior colors: Red with silver stripes (GTS), Silver with _ or without _ blue stripes

1997 MODEL YEAR

RT/10
Viper GTS Blue w/white stripes & Viper Red color schemes
Gold wheel package
Lightweight engine w/higher compression ratio & revised camshaft for increased power - 450 bhp (335 kW)
Driver & passenger air bags†††
Power windows
GTS
Yellow wheel package
Red exterior color

1996 MODEL YEAR

RT/10
Exterior design themes: Red w/yellow wheels, Black w/silver stripe & silver wheels, White w/blue stripe & white wheels
Higher output engine (415 hp, 488 lb.-ft. torque)
All-aluminum front and rear suspension systems
GTS
Coupe body style introduced spring 1996
Viper GTS Blue with white stripe color scheme
Lightweight engine with higher compression ratio and revised camshaft for increased power - 450 bhp (335 kW)
† Certified to federal regulations that allow less forceful air bags. Always use seat belts.
†† Important, always remove key and replace cover. A rearward facing child seat may be used only with the air bag turned off.
††† Always use seat belts.

1995 MODEL YEAR

Passenger assist handle
Seat cushion storage pockets

1994 MODEL YEAR

Additional exterior colors: Emerald Green, Bright Yellow
Black and tan interior available

1993 MODEL YEAR

Black exterior color introduced

1992 MODEL YEAR

Initial introduction mid-1992 model
Limited production two-seat roadster (RT/10)
Exterior color: Red

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FEATURE AVAILABILITY
Legend: S = Standard Opt. = Optional Alone And/Or In Group — = Not Available
EXTERIOR RT/10 GTS
Bumpers - High-Density Foam Energy Absorbers, 5 mph S S
Fascias (Body Color) S S
Fog Lamps S S
Colors - Viper Steel Gray (New), Viper Red, Viper Black O O
Silver Stripes O
Fuel Filler Cover - Manual (Body Color) S
Racing-Style (Polished Aluminum) S
Glass - Tinted S S
Head Lamps - Aero-Style, Polyellipsoid (Low Beam), Halogen Infrared (High Beam) S S
Hood Release - In Grille Opening S S
Mirrors - Dual Outside Power, Foldaway S S
Roof Support - Full Width S
Removable Folding Soft Top S
Removable Hardtop O
Window - Rear, Locking, Removable S
Windshield Wipers & Washers - 2-Speed w/Vehicle Speed-Sensitivev variable Delay S S
NOTE: Feature availability varies among equipment packages. The information shown is preliminary and based on data available at the time of publication.

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FEATURE AVAILABILITY
Legend: S = Standard Opt. = Optional Alone And/Or In Group — = Not Available
INTERIOR RT/10 GTS
Air Conditioning S S
Assist Handle - Passenger S S
Carpet - Euro Look, Short Pile S S
Console, Center - Fiberglass Reinforced Structural Foam S S
Defogger - Rear Window, Electric S
Instrumentation
Gauges: Analog Speedometer, Odometer, Trip Odometer, Tachometer, Voltmeter, Oil Pressure, Coolant Temperature, Fuel S S
Warning Indicators: Oil Pressure, Excessive Coolant Temperature, Air Bags, High Beam, Seat Belts, Brake System, Service Engine Soon, 2-3 Shift Lockout, Battery Voltage, Door Ajar, Turn Signals, Security Alarm S S
Lamps - Map/Courtesy, Dual (In Rearview Mirror) S
Map/Courtesy, Overhead, Dual S
Cargo Area, Rear S
Ignition Key Cylinder Halo S S
Liftgate Glass Release - Remote S
Message Center S S
Mirror - Inside Day/Night S S
Pedals - Adjustable S S
Power Windows S S
Radio - AM/FM Stereo w/CD Player & 200-Watt Power Amplifier S S
Six Speakers S
Five Speakers S
Satin Aluminum-Finish Accents - Parking Brake Release Button, Instrument Trim Rings, Shift Lever, Parking Brake Lever, Inside Door Handles S S
Seats - Premium High Back Buckets w/Leather Seating Surfaces, Inflatable Power Lumbar Supports, Continuously Adjustable Recliners S S
Steering Column - Tilt S S
Storage
Bulkhead Storage Compartment, Lockable; Bulkhead Pocket w/Net S S
Mesh Storage Pouches, Overhead (2) S
Sun Visors - Cloth Covered S S
Steering Wheel - Leather-Wrapped S S
Tonneau Cover - Snap On O

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FEATURE AVAILABILITY
Legend: S = Standard Opt. = Optional Alone And/Or In Group — = Not Available
POWERTRAIN & CHASSIS RT/10 GTS
8.0-Liter, OHV, 16-Valve, SMPI V-10 Engine & 6-Speed Overdrive Manual Transmission S S
Brakes - Power Four-Wheel Disc S S
Steering - Power Rack and Pinion S S
Tire, Spare - Compact S S
Tires - P275/35ZR18 BSW Michelin Pilot Sport ® - Front,P335/30ZR18 BSW Michelin Pilot Sport - Rear S S
Wheels - 18-Inch Forged Aluminum, Polished w/Viper Logo Center Caps (4) S S
SAFETY & SECURITY
Restraints - Next-Generation Driver Air Bag†, Passenger Air Bag w/On-Off Switch*, Knee Blockers & 3-Point Seat Belts S S
† Certified to federal regulations allowing less forceful air bags. Always use seat belts.
* Important, always remove key and replace cover. A rearward facing child seat may be used only with the air bag turned off.

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FEATURE AVAILABILITY
Legend: S = Standard Opt. = Optional Alone And/Or In Group — = Not Available
EQUIPMENT GROUPS RT/10 GTS
Cognac-Colored Connolly® Leather Interior Group -Connolly Leather Seats w/Carpeted Backs; Connolly Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel, Shift Knob, Parking Brake Handle & Brake Handle Boot; Color-Keyed Carpet, Knee Blocker, Console, Door Trim Panel Inserts, Speaker Grilles & Door Panel Assist Handles (Available w/Select Exterior Colors, Not Available w/ACR Group) O O
ACR Group - Special ACR Nameplates & Graphics On Hood; Delete Driving Lamps, Covers & Slots; Heater Only Climate Control; Five-Point Seat Belt Harness (Black); Dash Plaque; Delete Radio & Speakers; K & N Air Cleaner & Smooth Hoses; 18-Inch BBS One Piece Wheels w/Black Center Cap & Chrome Viper Medallion; 18-Inch Michelin Pilot Sport Tires; Racing Shock Absorbers, Springs & Hardware O

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