Woah! Viper 1:1 Build your own the way you want

[2doorrocket]

http://www.drivesrt.com/2015/viper/1of1

[Nine Ball]

Just a vid, no details posted?

[Junkie]

Interesting, looking forward to seeing that.

[Victxv10]

Just a vid, no details posted?

True, but this is pretty good start:

It starts with a 2015 Viper GT. That’s where you come in. Choose from:
- 8,000 hand-painted custom paint colors
- 24,000 hand-painted custom stripes
- SRT® or GTS Hood
- Carbon Fiber Package
- 6 Aero Packages
- Carbon Fiber X-Brace
- TA '14 Package
- TA 2.0 Package
- 10 Wheel options
- A host of standalone options

[Murpowa]

Well done! This looks very promising

[serpent]

Awesome, GM had this option for the C6 Z06 (not sure about the zr1 or c7z).
Good on dodge to do this, should help with sales.

[ACRucrazy]

NICE!!!!

THIS is what the Viper needs!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8GDeTk_zJnI

[ViperSmith]

Too late I guess for my 2015 order. eyeroll.

[TitleMine]

Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant, brilliant. This is what they should have been doing all along.

[ViperSmith]

Seems the biggest change is the color and stripe choices.

Interior stuff seems pretty basic as far as "customization". I am unsure why they don't let you choose the deviated stitching color.

[Dman]

This is what many of us have saying is needed. Ralph talked about a 1:1 configuration ability all the back at VOI12, and here we are. Nice.

Everyone owes me a big thank you for making this happen.

It's exactly what I had been hoping and waiting for, so of course the week I buy an in stock gen5 they release this info. LOL. You're welcome. Just like right after I bought mine we get a snow storm, my bad on that one.

[Voice of Reason]

Well I know what I'm watching when my 12:30 meeting is over!

[Crotalidae]

Looks very nice...lets see how it works out...

[ViperSmith]

Like the video, should have been put out a lonnnng time ago!

[2doorrocket]

Like the video, should have been put out a lonnnng time ago!

Bro - they fired Beth Paretta and look at the all the shit thats happening. They should have shitcanned her ass a long time ago.

[Space Truckin]

How BADASS is this??? What a BEAST (note @ 8 mins + how good the LE looks, SWEET!!!) :United_States:

[docwviper]

Love it!

[docwviper]

At what cost though.... ;)

[ViperSmith]

At what cost though.... ;)

I'd expect Porsche prices for customization options.

[Brian GTS]

Now we're talking....hot d@mn!!! That is so awesome.

[Dman]

If you're like me and waiting for your gen5 to be delivered, I don't recommend watching the full length video. I'm so stoked up right now I'm like a kid on Xmas eve.

[Schen]

Good lord, D'Ann is gonna need a bigger barn! 25 million combinations?! WOW! ��

--RS

[Canadian venom]

Bro - they fired Beth Paretta and look at the all the shit thats happening. They should have shitcanned her ass a long time ago.

This x 1000

[docwviper]

I'd expect Porsche prices for customization options.

If it's to much it won't take off.

[01sapphirebob]

Am I the only the only one that saw the vert in that video?!?!

EPIC!!!!!

[Canadian venom]

They didn't built a lot in the past 2 years so there must be a few 1 of 1, mine is, according to ViperJeff ;)

[ViperSmith]

If it's to much it won't take off.
Agree. But, gotta pay to play to a certain extent

[GBS]

Nice and it nice to see that they finally did a little work on the website. Now if you could only use the website to build and price a new Viper that would be great!

[Schen]

Let's see...

You go to a dealer to sort out your car.

Dealer says okay, lets pick what you want.

Then pulls out a BIG book of options. Like. A MASSIVE BOOK, with colors and interiors, etc.

I want that book. I REALLY want that book. I want that book right meow.

--RS

[Eachey51]

Pardon me if i get a little carried away with my excitement! This is amazing! And that customizer is going to be fun.

[ViperJeff]

Outstanding, no need to do breakdowns for the 2015MY

[CarolinaViper]

Boy, I'm glad we are done with the Gen V commemorative coins, can you imagine the possible color and stripe combinations out the...never would have heard the end of it from the coin manufacture.

[Dman]

Am I the only the only one that saw the vert in that video?!?!

EPIC!!!!!


At what time stamp?

I watched it but was making my O face and grabbing tissues and must've missed it.

[commandomatt]

That Video is awesome. Stuff like that will sell cars.

Shorten it up with cool highlights and run it during the SuperBowl. That would let a whole lot of people know the Viper is back and would make them want one

[01sapphirebob]

At what time stamp?

I watched it but was making my O face and grabbing tissues and must've missed it.

2:27

[Bill Pemberton]

You will be surprised at the pricing ----------it is going to be very, very reasonable. Stay tuned as you guys will be very favorably impressed with the cost.

[Dman]

2:27


You mean the clay model? I saw that & figured it was an early design of the coupe, but that's because of the draft Ralph showed at VOI12, which was a flat back vert like the Medusa. If that's a vert, it's an RT/10 style targa, hole Sh!t, could they have changed to a targa design since VOI12???

Droool

Keep calm Dave, keep calm.

[Canadian venom]

2:27

Hey went back and check.....you're right..... It look like a gen1 roll bar.....you have eagle eyes my friend

[Junkie]

Wish this was an option 6 months ago!

-Solid silver
-TA aero and Carbon exterior bits
-color matched calipers
-black suede interior
-interior carbon package
-6 vent hood

Dont really care about wheels because I'll change them anyway.

[GuitarSteve2112]

I just wish they hadn't overdubbed the V10 with V8 sounds. :mad:

[Dman]

You mean the clay model? I saw that & figured it was an early design of the coupe, but that's because of the draft Ralph showed at VOI12, which was a flat back vert like the Medusa. If that's a vert, it's an RT/10 style targa, hole Sh!t, could they have changed to a targa design since VOI12???

Droool

Keep calm Dave, keep calm.

If they did go with a targa then the Medusa model makes much more sense, for an actual vert versus a factory lift off top.

[KB Viper]

NICE!!!!

THIS is what the Viper needs!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8GDeTk_zJnI

now that was an awesome video!

[swexlin]

As I mentioned in the other thread, this is very much like spec'ing a Ferrari. I wouldn't know where to begin, as I like things simple. Hell, I haven't even been in all the app functions on my 2013 yet!

[01sapphirebob]

You mean the clay model? I saw that & figured it was an early design of the coupe, but that's because of the draft Ralph showed at VOI12, which was a flat back vert like the Medusa. If that's a vert, it's an RT/10 style targa, hole Sh!t, could they have changed to a targa design since VOI12???

Droool

Keep calm Dave, keep calm.


Hey went back and check.....you're right..... It look like a gen1 roll bar.....you have eagle eyes my friend

Heres what I THINK. Imagine that its still a vert BUT that the top somehow goes over the "sport bar." Kinda like the C5 vette verts. It had a top that had the back end of itself fold OVER the bumps that were behind the seats. This is just speculation but not out of the realm. I'm just excited to see that a G5 vert is in the works.
http://i1313.photobucket.com/albums/t558/weilandfrk/0DDF535A-4CDC-4AC5-BDEB-E3CFF2527675_zpslrfo5kzu.jpg (http://s1313.photobucket.com/user/weilandfrk/media/0DDF535A-4CDC-4AC5-BDEB-E3CFF2527675_zpslrfo5kzu.jpg.html)

[ViperSmith]

You will be surprised at the pricing ----------it is going to be very, very reasonable. Stay tuned as you guys will be very favorably impressed with the cost.

Come on bill we need more than just that!!

[BlknBlu]

I want a Panther pink Viper with a Superbird wing and a black vinyl top.

Bruce

[Dman]

Come on bill we need more than just that!!

Yea, what he said, spill it Pemberton! Someone grab a board and some water.

We know you know what you know about what we want to know, ya know.

Haha.

[2doorrocket]

You will be surprised at the pricing ----------it is going to be very, very reasonable. Stay tuned as you guys will be very favorably impressed with the cost.

You know I'm going to drive you crazy right. Lol... Hahaha Get ready. I'm going to use my coupon all over this bitch.

[ViperSmith]

I want a Panther pink Viper with a Superbird wing and a black vinyl top.

Bruce

Can they do dolphins on the hood?

[Schen]

https://fbcdn-photos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-0/10917272_10202776170279994_7256770231810783777_n.j pg?efg=eyJpIjoidCJ9&oh=bed934ce76189636ca7c00a06300326f&oe=55338F7A&__gda__=1428691759_437504f4fed72869cf69f7703133653 5

RT/10?!?!

--RS

[smhog]

The video at the top of the drivesrt.com Viper page is pretty sweet, kind of like a commercial.

The list says 10 wheel styles but they oy show the current 8 offerings. Very curious as to the other 2 styles.

Tim

[Solid Red 98]

The video at the top of the drivesrt.com Viper page is pretty sweet, kind of like a commercial.

The list says 10 wheel styles but they oy show the current 8 offerings. Very curious as to the other 2 styles.

Tim

Wondering the same. I'm suspecting maybe the 19" wheels shown on the acr concept?

[ViperSmith]

I've gotta say the Carbon looks so damned sexy though

[smhog]

The narrator calls it the Dodge Viper but says 640 hp. Thought it bumped up to 645?

Tim

[BlknBlu]

645 was just an adjusted number, may or may not be related to the new throttle boddies.

Bruce

[01sapphirebob]

https://fbcdn-photos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-0/10917272_10202776170279994_7256770231810783777_n.j pg?efg=eyJpIjoidCJ9&oh=bed934ce76189636ca7c00a06300326f&oe=55338F7A&__gda__=1428691759_437504f4fed72869cf69f7703133653 5

RT/10?!?!

--RS

Love it!!

[Fatboy 18]

Will be interesting to see what Non Viper owners make of it?

Good Video :)


But i'm more than happy with my Gen II ;)

[mikesax]

Good stuff!!!!

- - - Updated - - -

GOOD STUFF!!!!

[Brian GTS]

I can already see the "Show us your Gen V Custom Color Pics" thread soon. As long as someone doesn't Mary Kay a Viper, it will be all good. :)

[Black Pearl]

New Dodge Viper Customization Program

•New Dodge Viper GTC model can be custom-tailored with more than 25 million unique build combinations
•Options include 8,000 hand-painted exterior colors, 24,000 hand-painted custom stripes, 10 wheel options, 16 interior trims, 6 aero packages, as well as a host of standalone options
•Dodge will send a complimentary 1:18 scale Viper speed form replica to buyers to confirm their color selection
•Each one-of-one Viper will feature a personalized instrument panel badge with the customer's chosen name to commemorate their design
•New Viper Concierge service offers an exclusive point of contact throughout the custom Viper build process
•All sold customer orders include live Viper Ambassador Owner's Portal online build tracking, allowing customers to follow along the build process with VIP treatment via online updates
•Customers can share their experience with friends and family as they pass each build milestone
•Customized shipping options include rapid transport via enclosed carrier, or new owners can choose to pick their Viper up at the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in Detroit and take a tour of the facility
•Customers will be able to configure their one-of-a-kind Vipers at drivesrt.com
•2015 Dodge Viper has a starting U.S. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $84,995. New 2015 Dodge Viper GTC custom model features all the content of the new GT model, and adds the ability to customize a "one-of-one"' design, a personalized instrument panel badge, Concierge Service and Viper Ambassador Owner's Portal with exclusive sharable content to track the build of the car for a starting U.S. MSRP of $94,995
•Dealers will start taking orders of new custom Dodge Viper GTC models in February. Production is scheduled to start at the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in the second quarter of 2015

Dodge is giving its Viper flagship an unprecedented level of exclusivity, announcing a new custom Viper GTC model and a new program that gives Viper customers the opportunity to create their very own one-of-one American hand-built exotic performance car, personal concierge and the ability to virtually follow along the build process through the Viper Ambassador website at driveSRT.com. Viper customers can also take a personal tour of the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in Detroit where their super car is hand built, as well as choose a variety of delivery options.



"The Dodge Viper is an iconic, one-of-a-kind, hand-built American Supercar with a 645-horsepower hand-built aluminum V10, a hand-crafted body comprised of hand-laid carbon fiber, aluminum, magnesium and high-strength steel and a racing pedigree," said Tim Kuniskis, President and CEO, Dodge and SRT, FCA - North America. "Because every Viper is hand crafted with such an extreme level of detail, we have the unique opportunity to make each one even more special by giving buyers the opportunity to customize each vehicle to their exact specifications. Now, Viper owners will be able to say their Viper is truly one of a kind."

With 8,000 exterior color options, 24,000 custom stripe colors, 10 wheel options, 16 interior trims and 6 aero packages, there are more than 25 million ways for buyers to customize their one-of-a-kind Dodge Viper. To help buyers confirm their color choice, Dodge will provide a complimentary Viper speed form replica so they can confirm their color selections before their Viper is built.

In September, Dodge announced the 2015 Viper SRT, GT, GTS and TA models, with a starting U.S. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $84,995. Now, for a starting U.S. MSRP of $94,995, the new 2015 custom Viper GTC model features all the content of the new GT model, and adds the ability to customize a '1 of 1' design, a personalized instrument panel badge, Concierge Service and Viper Ambassador Owner's Portal with exclusive sharable content to track the build of the car.

The new 1-of-1 customization program is available exclusively for customer orders (not for dealer stock). No two customers can order the same configuration, including color in the same model year. Dealers will start taking orders in February. Production is scheduled to start at the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in the second quarter of 2015.

A one-of-a-kind experience; a one-of-a-kind Dodge Viper
To give all enthusiasts the opportunity to try their hand at designing their very own custom Viper, Dodge and SRT will soon unveil a completely new Viper Customizer at www.driveSRT.com. Buyers can choose from thousands of exterior colors and stripe options, pick the perfect set of forged wheels and design their custom interior with any one of 16 different interior trims. While creating their one-of-one, high-performance masterpiece, customers can be inspired by a gallery of sample custom Vipers created by Dodge designers. They can also download a hi-resolution version to create a poster and share their creation with fellow enthusiasts via social media. For a preview of customizable options, visit www.driveSRT.com/2015/viper/1of1.

New Viper Concierge service makes ordering the Snake a snap
Ordering a custom Dodge Viper GTC will be elevated to an exclusive experience thanks to the new Viper Concierge, who will provide an exclusive point of contact throughout the custom Viper build process.

From the time the customer Viper order is placed in the system to the moment they pick up or take delivery of their Viper, the Viper Concierge will provide the new owner behind-the-scenes stories and pictures about their custom, hand-built Viper.

It takes between 140 and 160 hours to hand paint each Viper before it goes to assembly, and owners will get regular updates, including pictures of the meticulous paint process and each phase of the handcrafted assembly. Updates will come via a mobile-friendly personalized website, moderated by the Viper Concierge for each custom Viper owner.

Each new custom Viper owner also will get their own unique login for build status updates, a photo gallery and a Q&A section between the owner and Viper Concierge, which will provide an exclusive experience to celebrate the entry into the Dodge Viper family.

The Viper Concierge will be available to answer questions and provide insights, stories, news and images along the way, providing never-before-offered access to each step of the detailed handcrafted precision that goes into each unique custom Viper.

Customers can watch their Viper being built via the new Viper Ambassador Owner's Portal
Once their new Viper is ordered, buyers will be able to track their Viper as it is built at the Conner Avenue Assembly plant in Detroit via the Concierge Service and website. The VIP Owner's Portal allows customers to follow along the build process of their Viper and get the full Viper VIP treatment, as the Viper concierge will provide weekly updates on the status of their one-of-a-kind supercar. Each weekly update has the ability to be shared with family and friends through social media sites including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Once the vehicle is built, new Viper owners can also decide how they want their vehicle shipped. Customized shipping options include rapid transport, or new owners can choose to pick their Viper up at the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in Detroit and take a tour of the facility.

[daytonprowler]

I want a Panther pink Viper with a Superbird wing and a black vinyl top.

Bruce

I want this.... well, I've already got this, but it would look cool on a Viper. :)

They should have the Plymouth Y3 paint code, interior F6P Yellow with Mod insert, and the future GenV RT/10 sport roof toupee covered in V1P Mod Top vinyl. :)

http://www.mooresmopars.com/images/jpg/1969-barracuda-mod-interior-2.jpg

[J TNT]

Still Hoping for this Option !!! :cool:
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e328/jaytanti/2014_viper_srt_targa_by_danyutz-d4vaz9a1_zps86295281.jpg (http://s42.photobucket.com/user/jaytanti/media/2014_viper_srt_targa_by_danyutz-d4vaz9a1_zps86295281.jpg.html)

[ACRucrazy]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qvv8SMTyAgk

[TitleMine]

Full disclosure-I've always hated the RT/10. But (I totally underestimated how good it could look on the Gen V's body. Wow.

[bayviper]

Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant, brilliant. This is what they should have been doing all along.

I agree! Details of a true supercar.

[docwviper]

You will be surprised at the pricing ----------it is going to be very, very reasonable. Stay tuned as you guys will be very favorably impressed with the cost.

Really? If this is the case I made order another carbon TA with stryker red stripes and demonic red interior... yummm.

[tiki240]

I am hoping the dont offer stryker green again.

[viperprowler1]

Only us "old guys" can remember what this refers to! LOL
Can they do dolphins on the hood?

[tiki240]

Also I feel like there were some non viper engine sounds used in that hype vid. Still enjoyed though.

[v10enomous]

Whoah... That video was like a ride at Epcot Center:)

All kidding aside... Totally awesome !!!!

[outnumbered]

I've gotta say the Carbon looks so damned sexy though

It does, doesn't it......:)

[Policy Limits]

They're finally listening to us instead of only hearing us.

One on one personal viper consierge is hopefully better than the crappy VOTS and know nothing SRT reps we had to assist on our builds 2 years ago.

The full video is really exciting.

They're finally moving in the right direction. Better late than never. Hopefully it's not too late.

[v10enomous]

8,000 colors and 24,000 stripe colors.... Leave the wife home when ordering for sure.

[jkviper]

Wow! That is so cooool!

[Brian GTS]

Anyone notice the name of the street when the Viper does the power slide at 3:30? I won't spoil it....pretty cool.

[genVer]

holy... that full video was BADASS! Definitely gonna have to share that one.

[smhog]

So I guess Stryker Purple is back as a color option.


Who is going to be the first to volunteer to document their build here so we can all enjoy :)

Tim

[slitherv10]

And here most were thinking that the Viper may have been on its last legs....Bang!! They hit us with this and a very promising future.

[J TNT]

Good eye Brian ! Yep Downtown Motown :) Was Hoping to see Woodward Ave . :cool:

Anyone notice the name of the street when the Viper does the power slide at 3:30? I won't spoil it....pretty cool.

[Space Truckin]

Have watched it 3 times today (slow day at office) BADASS. I get goosebumps each time, the car is so...... :fpopcorn:

[XSnake]

No ACR, no care.

[Nine Ball]

Damnit. Can I have another voucher? I promise I'll use it.

[GTSnake]

That video is by far the best promotional automobile video I have ever seen. If the Gen 5 would have launched with this video, the 2015 prices, and the One of One campaign, there would have been a 2 year waiting list. Wow.

[CopperCrazy]

I can see it now.... satin Plum Crazy T/A edition. That will look killer next to my '70! Been bitten again!

8314

[pythonpete]

8,000 colors and 24,000 stripe colors.... Leave the wife home when ordering for sure.
Quote of the day

[J TNT]

Awesome Charger ! Had the same in F4 Green :)

I can see it now.... satin Plum Crazy T/A edition. That will look killer next to my '70! Been bitten again!

8314

[Viktimize]

So I guess Stryker Purple is back as a color option.


Who is going to be the first to volunteer to document their build here so we can all enjoy :)

Tim

I'm guessing GTS Blue is back too. The lack of that color option was the only reason I went looking for leftover 14's. Who would've known if I had waited a mere 3 weeks before committing to purchase, I could've got exactly what I wanted without compromise.

[Chorps]

Good video. I wouldn't say that Beth didn't have a hand it this video, she hasn't been gone that long and this video and the GTC could have been in the pipeline for a while. Still I don't think she was a good fit for the original launch plan (racing only for marketing), vs. what is going on now.

Note that the license plate says SRT instead of Dodge and there is not Viper badge on the front fender, so this video was shot (intended?) for 2014 cars and no mention of the 5hp bump is in the script, although the voiceover was most likely changed at the last minute to talk about Dodge vs. SRT.

10:21, the air intake isn't level. Oops.

They should have started with a video like this for the 2013 reintroduction. And not given a car with bald mismatched tires to reviewers. ;-)

[Track Pack]

I'm sorry for the STUPID question, but what does GTC stand for, GT Coupe? GT customized? GT concierge?

[Rapidrezults]

I guess this is what Tim was referring to when he said they were going to tell a story.

The video is definitely top notch marketing material...almost makes me want to buy another Gen V just to have two different flavors.


Tim Kuniskis:
Dodge CEO and President Tim Kuniskis said the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV brand will now turn its attention to its iconic Viper, which recently had a spike in sales following a $15,000 price cut. Prices now start at about $85,000.

"We're going to tell a story here shortly that I think has needed to be told for a long time about how this is the only handmade supercar in the industry," he told The Detroit News on the sidelines of the Los Angeles Auto Show.

[BlknBlu]

The Viper is Just AWESOME

Bruce

[v10enomous]

It really has been a fantastic past few months for Viper Nation with the price adjustment, TA 2.0, Z06 and Hellcat Beat Downs, GenV ACR concept, Overall Chrysler profitability and now this!!!!

[FLATOUT]

I'm speechless, and yes I still have my voucher.

[GRNBGON]

Going to wait for SSG ACR

[Patentlaw]

It is like the 60's. You can order anything. Great move.

[05Commemorative]

Not so sure. They were showing a 2013 LE which looked amazing in the video. I have one and wow, great video shots of it. confused by your comment though as was a 2013 option only, not in 14. I guess will interesting to see if you can reproduce the 2013 LE with this setup.

I'm guessing GTS Blue is back too. The lack of that color option was the only reason I went looking for leftover 14's. Who would've known if I had waited a mere 3 weeks before committing to purchase, I could've got exactly what I wanted without compromise.

[Camfab]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qvv8SMTyAgk

Gotta agree, great video, but that narration was beyond repetitive and over the top. Striking contrast to the original Gen V marketing video for the Gen V. Looked like some Villa in Tuscany with a Striker Red Gen V idling past with zero narration. Gee that sold a bunch of cars.

[MalingatorGTS]

Thanks you for the video post. Sitting in the airport from 4AM and this really did help take away some of the pain!

[outnumbered]

Just goes to show that in many cases, the marketing campaign has to be as important, if not greater than the product itself.

[mikesax]

Well said "out"-this (the video) is how you START to introduce a "halo" automobile!!!!

[Snakebit10]

This vid makes me want run out now and get a Viper. I wish we could use the neuralizer from MIB on the populace to make us all forget the Beth Peretta launch failure era and relaunch the car with this video and the customizer. Nicely done Dodge.

[outnumbered]

I have a saying that it's sales' job to get the customer, it then becomes operation's responsibility to keep them.

[FLATOUT]

This vid makes me want run out now and get a Viper. I wish we could use the neuralizer from MIB on the populace to make us all forget the Beth Peretta launch failure era and relaunch the car with this video and the customizer. Nicely done Dodge.

Has it been confirmed that she was fired (I sincerely hope so)? Based this video I would have to think so. The original malarkey ing for this Viper almost killed it. What we see here is nail on head Viper marketing Nirvana.

[Brian GTS]

Even though it is a marketing video to stir your soul, there is a lot of COOL factual information in this video. It's awesome to see them actually hand building of the car, some of the QC elements, paint process, and pieces I have never seen before such as the production of the carbon fiber parts, interior, etc. Those parts of the video alone let you know that the car is quite different than anything else.....freaking awesome!!!

And the option to create your own custom supercar is the ICING ON THE CAKE!!! ;)

[FLATOUT]

I agree anytime a Corvette owner laughs because they only make 700-1000 Vipers a year just send them this video.

[Snakebit10]

Has it been confirmed that she was fired (I sincerely hope so)? Based this video I would have to think so. The original malarkey ing for this Viper almost killed it. What we see here is nail on head Viper marketing Nirvana.

I believe I read either on this site or the other that she is no longer with the company. Ill see if I can find it.

[Dman]

Even though it is a marketing video to stir your soul, there is a lot of COOL factual information in this video. It's awesome to see them actually hand building of the car, some of the QC elements, paint process, and pieces I have never seen before such as the production of the carbon fiber parts, interior, etc. Those parts of the video alone let you know that the car is quite different than anything else.....freaking awesome!!!

And the option to create your own customer supercar is the ICING ON THE CAKE!!! ;)

I agree. I had my son watch it and we talked about it. Half because it's cool and half for the instructional info about our favorite car of the past 15 years. This great for education the next gen ... Of buyers.

[tiki240]

Still dont understand the dubbed tire screeching and non-V10 engine sounds..

[Policy Limits]

Guessing the C in GTC stands for custom?

The new idea was a great way to spike sales. Aaaaanndd then they posted a multi color looking thing on social media and people are talking smack again. Just post the video with a bad ass image. As in any image from the vid but not a multicolored lizard.

[vipertank]

By the looks of the video, the Viper ain't dead! If I had the $ a gen V would be mine. Current owners/buyers...please take came of 'em for us future owners!

Someone please order a Stryker Green with GTS hood and the TA 2.0 package ok? Black interior. Sidewinder wheels. Thanks. I'll talk to you years fro now about every blemish, track day and mod you've done. Thanks.

[Nambo]

I'm speechless, and yes I still have my voucher.

Here's to hoping for a customized ACR in TA Orange and black. Voucher, burning, hole, in pocket.....

[vipernut]

WOW!! Wish I was still in the market!
What a cool idea!!

[ViperSmith]

Working to switch my order to the GTC :)

[yellowmz3]

So, if you order the TA package, is it a TA?

[mnc2886]

Working to switch my order to the GTC :)

Sweet! Go for stryker orange like you've mentioned!

[TheAnonymousOne]

Great Job SRT!!!!!!!

[Bruce H.]

This custom program has got me struggling to think of anything I would change on the next one, unless I went with an ACR model, or ACR features available on other models. The only thing I've got so far is TA orange painted valve covers!

Beth was Director of Marketing for the SRT brand that was axed in May and Director of Operations for a winning SRT Race Team that was axed in Sept. Since her jobs were eliminated I'm not sure the details of her termination are particularly relevant. Ralph was President and CEO of both also until they were axed, but he also had responsibilities with Dodge that continue, while Beth did not. Together they were the Dream Team...and that team's been dismantled piece by piece as changes in direction well above their levels have been made.

We know Team Viper clawed the program back into existence with next to no funding. I'm certain that lack of budget extended to the launch as well, and you can see that the decision to try to save and support the car, and to start funding a promotional effort, has only very recently been committed to. If she was the problem Sergio and the upper management would have terminated her a long time ago. I'm not saying how good or bad she was at her job, but you can only do so much with one or two hands tied behind your back while trying to fight an uphill battle against the avalanche of problems that have been previously discussed at length, not the least of which are long standing media biases which she had no part in.

The buck stops at the top, and that wasn't her...although she does make a convenient fall guy. It would have been nice to see this new direction, and a commitment to the Viper a long time ago.



Has it been confirmed that she was fired (I sincerely hope so)? Based this video I would have to think so. The original malarkey ing for this Viper almost killed it. What we see here is nail on head Viper marketing Nirvana.

[Jack B]

She is gone - what a difference



I believe I read either on this site or the other that she is no longer with the company. Ill see if I can find it.

[Policy Limits]

Here's to hoping for a customized ACR in TA Orange and black. Voucher, burning, hole, in pocket.....

THIS!!!

Only green and black. No wait purple and black. U mmmm maybe traditional white thick black and thin red stripe. Would be awesome to do a 1 of 1 ACR. Holding on to my loyalty voucher. ...

[VoodooRob]

The video is educational, stimulates the senses, and makes you proud to be a Viper owner/enthusiast at any level. Very well done.

[ViperSmith]

To be honest, I had been looking hard at the Z06, even looking for a steal of a new 2013 unsold on a lot if I could find one.

But, the video makes me want a 2015 badly (even if I can't switch it to the GTC program)

Though, I am having a hard time deciding what I'd customize - oddly, the thing I really want is custom stitching colors LOL

[The_Greg]

This custom program has got me struggling to think of anything I would change on the next one, unless I went with an ACR model, or ACR features available on other models. The only thing I've got so far is TA orange painted valve covers!

Beth was Director of Marketing for the SRT brand that was axed in May and Director of Operations for a winning SRT Race Team that was axed in Sept. Since her jobs were eliminated I'm not sure the details of her termination are particularly relevant. Ralph was President and CEO of both also until they were axed, but he also had responsibilities with Dodge that continue, while Beth did not. Together they were the Dream Team...and that team's been dismantled piece by piece as changes in direction well above their levels have been made.

We know Team Viper clawed the program back into existence with next to no funding. I'm certain that lack of budget extended to the launch as well, and you can see that the decision to try to save and support the car, and to start funding a promotional effort, has only very recently been committed to. If she was the problem Sergio and the upper management would have terminated her a long time ago. I'm not saying how good or bad she was at her job, but you can only do so much with one or two hands tied behind your back while trying to fight an uphill battle against the avalanche of problems that have been previously discussed at length, not the least of which are long standing media biases which she had no part in.

The buck stops at the top, and that wasn't her...although she does make a convenient fall guy. It would have been nice to see this new direction, and a commitment to the Viper a long time ago.

Conviction is a luxury for those on the sidelines. Who knows what the real story is, we only saw what they published to the outside world. We didn't work with her and have no real way of knowing how much of what the viper program and business strategy was dictated by her. And quite a few management positions have changed, so to single her out as the sole reason the program has taken sharp turns in the last 6, 9 months can be nothing more than conjecture (and maybe a little mob mentality).

Can't we all just be happy the program is where it is and not worry about lambasting someone, just let the past be the past?

[neo_rambo]

Wouldn't want to be the guy who buys the one in the video. All out rage on that throttle in the sand! That needs to be deep discounted!

[swexlin]

Wouldn't want to be the guy who buys the one in the video. All out rage on that throttle in the sand! That needs to be deep discounted!

I was thinking the same thing. Hope it had a clear bra or fully wrapped.

[ACRucrazy]

It's probably the company TA they had out at Chealsea Proving Grounds last year. A demo car.

[Mopar Boy]

Nice! Glad to see that Viper is allowed the fun and investment that it always needed. Very hard to do when your development budget is the largest (stand alone chassis) with the fewest sales (pieces), vs putting that money into higher volume vehicles of the same brand (SRT). Think about it. If you have 500 mil to spend on all of SRT, for maximum ROI are you putting it into Viper that will sell 1000 a year, or Charger, Jeep, Challenger, etc? Now that Viper is a Dodge again, I am willing to bet there will be much more to change for the better now that Viper can take a bit more that it needs off the much larger Dodge development budget.

Remember Gen 5 had to be developed from scratch, including tooling, off a minuscule 100 mil (If memory serves) as that was all SRT had available to them. A redesigned caravan gets a design budget of closer to 1 billion. Nice to see it a Dodge again. Can't wait to see what takes place in the next 12 months. :)

[steve911]

8,000 colors and 24,000 stripe colors.... Leave the wife home when ordering for sure.

Maybe they should say 7,999 colors. remember the last big harrah at Conner when the last 2010 came off the line? They gave us these fugly brown hats commemorating the event saying that the color of the hat is a color you would never find on a Viper...... Makes you think now right??;);)

Just KIDDING !!!!!

[Lokien]

Pushed my luck with the household Minister of Finance (wife)..

Her response: :t0135:

[Eachey51]

Apparently the same color cant be used twice? Not only combo but color

[Shooter]

What are the "6 different Aero options" I wonder?. I can see myself building something in between an Aero Coupe and ACR. Aside from the suspension, I preferred my Aero Coupe over my ACR. Hmmm, I do have a voucher sitting at the house too.

[kdaviper]

Conviction is a luxury for those on the sidelines. Who knows what the real story is, we only saw what they published to the outside world. We didn't work with her and have no real way of knowing how much of what the viper program and business strategy was dictated by her. And quite a few management positions have changed, so to single her out as the sole reason the program has taken sharp turns in the last 6, 9 months can be nothing more than conjecture (and maybe a little mob mentality).

Can't we all just be happy the program is where it is and not worry about lambasting someone, just let the past be the past?

That's the Annodized Carbon mule they've had for a while now. It's been through hell and the paint is still in great condition.

[kdaviper]

Maybe they should say 7,999 colors. remember the last big harrah at Conner when the last 2010 came off the line? They gave us these fugly brown hats commemorating the event saying that the color of the hat is a color you would never find on a Viper...... Makes you think now right??;);)

Just KIDDING !!!!!

technically speaking, it's 8000 colors and 7999x3 stripe options. 3 stripe configurations, SRT hood with GTS stripes, SRT hood with SRT stripes, GTS hood with GTS stripes. but you can't paint the stripe the same exact color as the rest of your car, or it's not a stripe any more....

[Murpowa]

This may make for some interesting resale values down the road

[Shooter]

This may make for some interesting resale values down the road

Why?. The non "1 of 1" cars will be rarer. And 1 of 1 never really made a difference before in resale with Vipers.

[Murpowa]

Why?. The non "1 of 1" cars will be rarer. And 1 of 1 never really made a difference before in resale with Vipers.

I meant from the standpoint that no two individuals have the same exact taste and with so many variables for the consumer to readily tweek, I think we could see more than a handful of ...err.."unique" Vipers

[Eachey51]

I saw somewhere that Tim said they will not let anyone miss match unbalanced aero, but they will let them build some "ugly" vipers.

[Viktimize]

Guessing the C in GTC stands for custom?

The new idea was a great way to spike sales. Aaaaanndd then they posted a multi color looking thing on social media and people are talking smack again. Just post the video with a bad ass image. As in any image from the vid but not a multicolored lizard.

Instant thought that comes to mind, is that that image is used strictly to show the spectrum of colours available on the car. Not to show that you can build a retarded looking car like that through the custom program. Some people either have no common sense, or they just love to hate on everything.

[Viktimize]

Not so sure. They were showing a 2013 LE which looked amazing in the video. I have one and wow, great video shots of it. confused by your comment though as was a 2013 option only, not in 14. I guess will interesting to see if you can reproduce the 2013 LE with this setup.

What are you confused by? GTS Blue is not a colour option for 2015. So it made no sense for me to order a new 2015 if I can't get what I want. I might as well get a deal on a 2014 if I have to compromise on colour anyway.

[RT SERPENT]

Wow… I need a smoke after watching that… and i don't even smoke!

[mblgjr]

Instant thought that comes to mind, is that that image is used strictly to show the spectrum of colours available on the car. Not to show that you can build a retarded looking car like that through the custom program. Some people either have no common sense, or they just love to hate on everything.

Exactly.

It's just for illustration purposes.

[smhog]

8,000 colors, does that mean there will be 8,000 names?

I'm going to say that GTS sales will low, if at all.

[smhog]

If you take two GTCs, identical in everyway except say interior stitching color, would they be two 1 of 1s? Granted it's a stretch but they are different.

[canadian viper]

all the gts cars will now be 1 of 1

[smhog]

all the gts cars will now be 1 of 1

Wouldn't they still be a GTC?

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Watch the fuel door be the only thing you can't customize from the factory. :)

[mikesax]

Strykerish red metallic- Interior and exterior carbon fiber- Aero - Sidewinder hyper- Laguna black leather!!!!!!!!! Elegant and menacing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! EXCITING TIMES AGAIN!!!!!

[kdaviper]

Nice! Glad to see that Viper is allowed the fun and investment that it always needed. Very hard to do when your development budget is the largest (stand alone chassis) with the fewest sales (pieces), vs putting that money into higher volume vehicles of the same brand (SRT). Think about it. If you have 500 mil to spend on all of SRT, for maximum ROI are you putting it into Viper that will sell 1000 a year, or Charger, Jeep, Challenger, etc? Now that Viper is a Dodge again, I am willing to bet there will be much more to change for the better now that Viper can take a bit more that it needs off the much larger Dodge development budget.

Remember Gen 5 had to be developed from scratch, including tooling, off a minuscule 100 mil (If memory serves) as that was all SRT had available to them. A redesigned caravan gets a design budget of closer to 1 billion. Nice to see it a Dodge again. Can't wait to see what takes place in the next 12 months. :)

The gen 5 was definitely not developed "from scratch".Also, since the Viper is hand built and has such low production numbers, the development costs cannot be directly compared to other vehicles. I believe the Viper is subject to fewer regulations than most vehicles, and far less machinery is required to assemble the car since it is hand-built.

[Mopar Boy]

The gen 5 was definitely not developed "from scratch".Also, since the Viper is hand built and has such low production numbers, the development costs cannot be directly compared to other vehicles. I believe the Viper is subject to fewer regulations than most vehicles, and far less machinery is required to assemble the car since it is hand-built.

Yes and no.

Tooling/molds/jigs are still required (the largest expense) and that costs the same regardless of if you get 1000 piece from it, or 200,000 shots (unless you go with per mold, sand cast molds, etc but that is not injection or diecast anyways so different tooling class). Design did have to start from scratch with the incorporation of existing parts where they could. Maybe they had a basis for some components and size, but body, chassis, interior, engine bay, etc all were designed from scratch. Yes, you are correct engine, trans, diff only got smaller tweaks so I guess those are not from scratch.

Not sure I agree about Viper being subject to fewer regs. What ones are you thinking of Viper not having to conform to?

[05Commemorative]

confused you were looking at leftover 14's if you wanted GTS Blue as all you had to do was get one of the leftover new 13's to get what you wanted. Not sure the compromise as a 13, 14 and 15 are almost identical in virtually all other aspects. My only point was if you wanted a GTS Blue, you could have, so I was confused by your statement.

What are you confused by? GTS Blue is not a colour option for 2015. So it made no sense for me to order a new 2015 if I can't get what I want. I might as well get a deal on a 2014 if I have to compromise on colour anyway.

[fastmd]

Now they need to make the dealer service network better for the Northeast owners.

[Policy Limits]

Yeah. It's a big challenge to staying in the brand. Woodhouse is a 2800 Mile round trip for me. We have a closer Koenigsegg dealer than a quality Viper one for crying out loud.

[V10powerr]

I agree w the dealers . I am in houston and may have to goto woodhouse. Have not heard anything bad about them and when I called them I was actually able to speak to someone, lo and behold. If I am going to spend 100k or so I want to give it to someone that earns it.

[V10powerr]

K I that that back - just logged into my account and saw a very nice message from tomball dodge - will have to go check out their selection as soon as I sell my gen 3 - 39900 if anyone wants one

[swexlin]

I agree w the dealers . I am in houston and may have to goto woodhouse. Have not heard anything bad about them and when I called them I was actually able to speak to someone, lo and behold. If I am going to spend 100k or so I want to give it to someone that earns it.

Call Bill P at Woodhouse. He will get you set up right quick!

[Capt Van]

Any word on custom horse power packages...700...750...800...blown? :icon_devil:

As for colors, I do like my bumble bee but maybe a stryker yellow pearl with some type of pearl black stripes in GenIV ACR design with a great wing. Black and yellow interior with yellow stitching.

[Zybane]

What's the deal with dealers and ordering one of these things? I've talked to a few dealers around me and they all say they will only order one for MSRP. Is that what others are experiencing? Who buys a Viper at full MSRP?

[Viktimize]

confused you were looking at leftover 14's if you wanted GTS Blue as all you had to do was get one of the leftover new 13's to get what you wanted. Not sure the compromise as a 13, 14 and 15 are almost identical in virtually all other aspects. My only point was if you wanted a GTS Blue, you could have, so I was confused by your statement.


There is not a single GTS blue 2013 left anywhere. And hasn't been for quite some time. Closest thing I have seen is LE's that have stripes. And even if I found a solid GTS Blue one, I am screwed because guaranteed it would be in the states. And I want warranty.

[Policy Limits]

They act like its the 80's and there's no Internet. Now there are informed consumers. Couple that with the thick competition between brands and that forces stealerships to either evolve or sink. Msrp is a scam. Buying at invoice with them making thousands on hold back is fair. Even better to buy a leftover or as second owner to get the best deal as buyer.

[BOOSTED]

What's the deal with dealers and ordering one of these things? I've talked to a few dealers around me and they all say they will only order one for MSRP. Is that what others are experiencing? Who buys a Viper at full MSRP?

I ordered my 2015 @ Invoice. Granted its not a GTC , but it took about 3 emails back and forth with the dealer to get it at invoice. I tried to get them to dip into holdback, but they wouldnt.

[05Commemorative]

Ahh, just noticed the Canada location part. That answers it as in the US would not have been a big deal. Got it.

There is not a single GTS blue 2013 left anywhere. And hasn't been for quite some time. Closest thing I have seen is LE's that have stripes. And even if I found a solid GTS Blue one, I am screwed because guaranteed it would be in the states. And I want warranty.

[Viktimize]

Ahh, just noticed the Canada location part. That answers it as in the US would not have been a big deal. Got it.

Even in the US though I haven't seen a GTS Blue for sale since sometime around the start of fall. October maybe?

[mnc2886]

Did they really set the rules to no two can be alike? I'm not sure that's a good idea....

There are popular colors/options that will most certainly be requested multiple times. Is SRT really going to turn those people away or tell them to change something? I love the customization idea, but instating a rule like this is dumb at best.

[ACRucrazy]

It wouldn't be 1 of 1 if someone else built one like yours now would it?

[ViperSmith]

I think the 1:1 maybe the totallity of options not just the paint.

[swexlin]

I understand what he is saying though. If two people want the identical car, ain't gonna happen? How about when dealers order cars for stock? Opens up a can o worms here....

[ViperSmith]

I understand what he is saying though. If two people want the identical car, ain't gonna happen? How about when dealers order cars for stock? Opens up a can o worms here....

Dealers cannot order these for stock.

[Zybane]

Everything would have to match up with another customers for it to be denied. The chances of someone ordering the same exterior color (stripes too), interior color, wheel type and color, aero package, hood type, etc is pretty slim.

[Ryanr206]

This is pretty great for those who like to customize cars anyway. The thought of getting to pick my own colors is huge for me. Can't wait to see how the individual paint color pricing looks. A nice and bright matte blue viper ta 2.0 might be what the dr ordered.

Any word if the interior options allow for stitching color? It would be nice to coordinate that with the exterior color.

[ViperSmith]

This is pretty great for those who like to customize cars anyway. The thought of getting to pick my own colors is huge for me. Can't wait to see how the individual paint color pricing looks. A nice and bright matte blue viper ta 2.0 might be what the dr ordered.

Any word if the interior options allow for stitching color? It would be nice to coordinate that with the exterior color.

such a stupid and small thing but i'd love for custom stitching color choices

[Zybane]

This kind of racing stripes in this video are new and not offered before 2015 correct:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2u88uX_fQw

[swexlin]

Everything would have to match up with another customers for it to be denied. The chances of someone ordering the same exterior color (stripes too), interior color, wheel type and color, aero package, hood type, etc is pretty slim.

I don't agree. I think this is a cool idea, though, let's see how it pans out.

[YD21]

I just ordered my 2015 GT..couldn't wait for the GTC :P Got it adrenaline red and wanted red seats with red stitching especially with the black interior however my dealer said Dodge doesnt allow that because 2015 its demonic red and dodge says it wont match with the exterior. wtf? I switched to the all black GT interior yet i doubt the stitching is red. I hope its a different case on the GTC.

[Viktimize]

Dealers cannot order these for stock.

Yeah but what about when dealers order a standard car in a color that is popular? Like a black with silver stripes or something. Is that color combo now unavailable to be ordered as a GTC car? Or could someone just order it as a GTC but change the stitching color and suddenly it is ok now?

[swexlin]

Yeah but what about when dealers order a standard car in a color that is popular? Like a black with silver stripes or something. Is that color combo now unavailable to be ordered as a GTC car? Or could someone just order it as a GTC but change the stitching color and suddenly it is ok now?

My question as well. There are certain popular combos. I think the GTC cars are gonna come down to stitching, variations on interiors, but still, it might get a little tricky when spec'ing a popular combo, and keep being told no Bueno, until you change the 10th minor detail on your list, and it works.

[ViperSmith]

From what I've read (somewhere), the GTC is ~$2k on top of the GT at $94,995

Now, if you spec a GTC thats the same spec as a GT, it just means (as I'd assume) no other GTC could be ordered in that combo, they could still offer the GT in that combo.

[kdaviper]

Did they really set the rules to no two can be alike? I'm not sure that's a good idea....

There are popular colors/options that will most certainly be requested multiple times. Is SRT really going to turn those people away or tell them to change something? I love the customization idea, but instating a rule like this is dumb at best.

so you're saying with 8000 shades of color to choose from, we're going to have bottlenecks with a specific shade? I could see this becoming a problem with 10 or even 100 choices, but when you consider that there are 24 million possibilities, what's the chance that 2 people in the same MY are going to choose the exact same paint, stripe, aero, wheel, hood, and interior combo? If that happpens all you have to do is order one for the next MY before somebody else does.

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From what I've read (somewhere), the GTC is ~$2k on top of the GT at $94,995

Now, if you spec a GTC thats the same spec as a GT, it just means (as I'd assume) no other GTC could be ordered in that combo, they could still offer the GT in that combo.

If you could get a GT in the configuration you want, why would you order a GTC and pay the extra 2k in the first place?

[swexlin]

so you're saying with 8000 shades of color to choose from, we're going to have bottlenecks with a specific shade? I could see this becoming a problem with 10 or even 100 choices, but when you consider that there are 24 million possibilities, what's the chance that 2 people in the same MY are going to choose the exact same paint, stripe, aero, wheel, hood, and interior combo? If that happpens all you have to do is order one for the next MY before somebody else does.

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If you could get a GT in the configuration you want, why would you order a GTC and pay the extra 2k in the first place?

I think the chances are very good. I'm really curious to see how this plays out! Let's say you want a car Adrenaline Red, with black stripes. MANY may. Now, there are also popular wheels, etc. Some people are going to have to get creative, which I guess is the idea.

[pythonpete]

I think the chances are very good. I'm really curious to see how this plays out! Let's say you want a car Adrenaline Red, with black stripes. MANY may. Now, there are also popular wheels, etc. Some people are going to have to get creative, which I guess is the idea.

Why on earth would you try to custom order a GTC with a color combo that is available to everyone? That's silly, just order the car normally from the dealer

[mnc2886]

I think the chances are very good. I'm really curious to see how this plays out! Let's say you want a car Adrenaline Red, with black stripes. MANY may. Now, there are also popular wheels, etc. Some people are going to have to get creative, which I guess is the idea.

I agree. The chances are higher than you think. I seriously, seriously doubt people will want to differ from the Viper colors offered through 2013-15. There are probably 10 or so different colors max that people will gravitate towards. Maybe not even that many. And in accordance with other posts, multiple options on stitching colors is a must. No need to not have that.

Maybe I'm wrong, but I seriously think only allowing 1 of a specific combo to be built is a mistake. I'm sure it'll be a first come, first serve system too. So how long before a blue/white Viper is built? Lets say that first one has the Laguna interior. You going to tell the next guy he can only have Alcantara or Ballistic Nylon now? Or change his wheels, or change his hood? It will take the fun out of it real quick. I really hope SRT considers this. They could test it by reaching out to current Viper owners in a survey format and see what they would build and judge by how many come back identical.

[swexlin]

Why on earth would you try to custom order a GTC with a color combo that is available to everyone? That's silly, just order the car normally from the dealer

I think many will, actually. Will be interesting to see how it plays out.

[mnc2886]

Why on earth would you try to custom order a GTC with a color combo that is available to everyone? That's silly, just order the car normally from the dealer

You would do that to get the rest of the GTC experience with it. It'll happen, especially given I haven't seen one GTS for 2015 built for inventory yet. I'm not even sure they are going to.

[swexlin]

I agree. The chances are higher than you think. I seriously, seriously doubt people will want to differ from the Viper colors offered through 2013-15. There are probably 10 or so different colors max that people will gravitate towards. Maybe not even that many. And in accordance with other posts, multiple options on stitching colors is a must. No need to not have that.

Maybe I'm wrong, but I seriously think only allowing 1 of a specific combo to be built is a mistake. I'm sure it'll be a first come, first serve system too. So how long before a blue/white Viper is built? Lets say that first one has the Laguna interior. You going to tell the next guy he can only have Alcantara or Ballistic Nylon now? Or change his wheels, or change his hood? It will take the fun out of it real quick. I really hope SRT considers this. They could test it by reaching out to current Viper owners in a survey format and see what they would build and judge by how many come back identical.

You wrote (better than I could) the point I was trying to make. It's going to come down to a minor detail to make the car different.

[swexlin]

You would do that to get the rest of the GTC experience with it. It'll happen, especially given I haven't seen one GTS for 2015 built for inventory yet. I'm not even sure they are going to.

Exactly. Much like Corvette and BMW, you now get the option of factory delivery, and your own personal reach around! Even if a dealer had a car in stock that you want, by going the GTC route (and be willing to wait) you have that personal touch.

I guess it also depends on how many minor options there are available. I guess color may be an issue. You may be able to pick a shade a red that really isn't discernable from you original choice, but it's different. But then, after a few people choose a couple different reds, than it WILL become discernable. Of course, those cars may differ in other options as well. It's gonna be fun watching the build posts.

If I were ordering a car, I would be waiting for the first day it opened up, and get my choices in quick!

[CarolinaViper]

I think the chances are very good. I'm really curious to see how this plays out! Let's say you want a car Adrenaline Red, with black stripes. MANY may. Now, there are also popular wheels, etc. Some people are going to have to get creative, which I guess is the idea.

Found out by doing the commemorative Viper coins that there a many different shades of black (and other colors) that look very similar to the eye. Unless you have the two side by side, not really going to tell the difference. Just think of all the black cars on the road from different manufactures, they all have black cars and they all have different paint codes. You would think white is white, but there is something very subtle with each manufacture's colors.

[kdaviper]

I think the chances are very good. I'm really curious to see how this plays out! Let's say you want a car Adrenaline Red, with black stripes. MANY may. Now, there are also popular wheels, etc. Some people are going to have to get creative, which I guess is the idea.

If you want an adrenaline red with black stripes, you're better off not getting a GTC in the first place. all you'd have to do is choose a different wheel option or an interior option. Also, There are 3 possible configurations for the stripes alone.

[kdaviper]

Reminds me of when the vouchers came out and people were complaining that they didn't give out MORE. I swear if Dodge gave free ice cream cones to all the Viper owners, some would complain that they didn't come with sprinkles...

[kdaviper]

From Prefix' display at the Detroit auto show, VIA Prefix' Facebook
https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10420040_900579466649375_7311844309214972471_n.jpg ?oh=37554eab2c562bf3ae6a4f21b1bfb34f&oe=55387C87&__gda__=1432942911_b134f2dc571d9eff8019a4e5092dc22 8

[swexlin]

Reminds me of when the vouchers came out and people were complaining that they didn't give out MORE. I swear if Dodge gave free ice cream cones to all the Viper owners, some would complain that they didn't come with sprinkles...


LOL, that's funny right there. And correct! I'm not complaining, I think a few of us are just wondering how in fact this is going to work in the real world.

[Zybane]

Reminds me of when the vouchers came out and people were complaining that they didn't give out MORE. I swear if Dodge gave free ice cream cones to all the Viper owners, some would complain that they didn't come with sprinkles...

This. I think people go out of their way to find something to bitch about.


Anyways on another note, they are talking a Q2 production for GTC? Would a April delivery be realistic for me or we talking summer?

[smhog]

From Prefix' display at the Detroit auto show, VIA Prefix' Facebook
https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10420040_900579466649375_7311844309214972471_n.jpg ?oh=37554eab2c562bf3ae6a4f21b1bfb34f&oe=55387C87&__gda__=1432942911_b134f2dc571d9eff8019a4e5092dc22 8

The display in the background has what appears to be polished SW2s and polished Rattlers with painted pockets.

[Policy Limits]

So there's factory delivery as in from CAAP to your door? Must've missed that. Guessing reliable is the carrier?

[Zybane]

Well I just emailed like 30 dealers in my state to see if anyone is willing to do invoice for a 2015 order with deposit. Will be interesting to see the replies.

[Zybane]

Already got quite a few replies back for building a 2015 TA2.0 for invoice. I think I may go that route instead of GTC as I think the TA 2.0's can go into build fairly quick.

All I would be ordering is a black TA2.0 for $99,809. I wonder if I will regret the black and the cleaning required LOL. The blue is my second choice, the Y'orange a distant third as it's too light/yellow for me. I like the older TA orange better.

[swexlin]

Already got quite a few replies back for building a 2015 TA2.0 for invoice. I think I may go that route instead of GTC as I think the TA 2.0's can go into build fairly quick.

All I would be ordering is a black TA2.0 for $99,809. I wonder if I will regret the black and the cleaning required LOL. The blue is my second choice, the Y'orange a distant third as it's too light/yellow for me. I like the older TA orange better.

No bad choices there. Good luck on your build, and keep us posted!

[Mopar Boy]

The below photo is NOT from Detroit auto show. That is Barrett Jackson in Scottsdale. If you look reaaaaaly close, you can see the barrett jackson logos on the shirt retailer behind the GTC wheels display. They had 2 other GT cars on display, and 3 more Vipers outside on display including a TA2.0, and three more cars are ride and drive demos. They also have two hellcat Challengers that you can ride in as well. Was actually pretty good despite the fact they cant get out of 1st gear really due to the small space available to them.




From Prefix' display at the Detroit auto show, VIA Prefix' Facebook
https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10420040_900579466649375_7311844309214972471_n.jpg ?oh=37554eab2c562bf3ae6a4f21b1bfb34f&oe=55387C87&__gda__=1432942911_b134f2dc571d9eff8019a4e5092dc22 8






Now, as for 1 of 1, the way this is being done is there are 8000 colors. Once the color ID for that color has been used, it is off the availability chart. AKA, 7999 colors now to choose from.

[CarolinaViper]

Found my Purple

[slitherv10]

Already got quite a few replies back for building a 2015 TA2.0 for invoice. I think I may go that route instead of GTC as I think the TA 2.0's can go into build fairly quick.

All I would be ordering is a black TA2.0 for $99,809. I wonder if I will regret the black and the cleaning required LOL. The blue is my second choice, the Y'orange a distant third as it's too light/yellow for me. I like the older TA orange better.

I don't think you will be able to build a TA 2.0. You can build a GT with a TA package, but it will not be a TA 2.0.

Someone could chime in and correct if I am wrong.

[Blue T/A 2.0]

I don't think you will be able to build a TA 2.0. You can build a GT with a TA package, but it will not be a TA 2.0.

Someone could chime in and correct if I am wrong.

I am wondering if you get the actual TA 2.0 pkg on the GTC or would it be TA 2.0 lite, missing a few items.

[Mopar Boy]

The way it was explained to me by Chrysler's rep, you can add the aero package to the car. It would not make it a TA, but it would have a TA aero kit. It would not necessarily have the other TA specific parts but I believe they can be added on. For example, it you want Carbon edition colored calipers, they will do that.

[Zybane]

I don't think you will be able to build a TA 2.0. You can build a GT with a TA package, but it will not be a TA 2.0.

Someone could chime in and correct if I am wrong.

I would be building just a normal TA 2.0 car, not a GTC with TA 2.0 aero. One of the dealers I'm talking with has a 2015 TA2.0 on order for himself already.

[Brian GTS]

Well I just emailed like 30 dealers in my state to see if anyone is willing to do invoice for a 2015 order with deposit. Will be interesting to see the replies.

Sent you a PM... :)