The GTS variant of the Dodge Viper was launched in 1996 for the second-generation model. Essentially, this was a more powerful fixed-roof version of the RT/10, putting down 450 HP.
It also debuted the double-bubble roof design, shaped in such a way as to allow drivers to comfortably fit behind the wheel while wearing their racing helmets. Now, the reason why this particular example stands out from the rest is the fact that it shows just 37 miles on its 8.0-liter V10.
Other post-1996 novelties include the glass rear hatch and stainless steel center-exit exhaust system. This car’s body is finished in “Viper GTS Blue”, featuring white top stripes that extend all the way down to the front and rear bumpers. It also comes with 17-inch five-spoke alloys and Viper-branded front calipers.
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The interior meanwhile is trimmed in black and features leather seats, a factory Alpine CD player, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, power windows and mirrors, and air conditioning. As for the V10 engine, it drives the rear wheels with the aid of a six-speed manual gearbox.
According to its Bring a Trailer ad, this 1996 Viper GTS was last serviced back in November of 2019, with mechanics carrying out an oil change, while also cleaning the fuel system, servicing the cooling system and replacing the battery. When new, this car cost $69,300 – now however, it’s bound to fetch a great deal more than that on the auction block, especially since it’s barely used.
Back in January, the second-gen Viper GTS made Hagerty’s list of cars worth buying as an investment in 2020. We’d rather this example finally got a chance to stretch its legs than become a garage queen waiting for prices to go up, but hey, you pays your money and you takes your choice.
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