hopefully not another buy back :(

[ViperTony]

The c7 vette is better in every way, other than power and exterior looks.

That says a lot right there.

[Dajerseyviper]

No kidding, comparing interior noise to an Accord? Really?

its a Viper, its supposed to be noisy..

[ViperDC]

its a Viper, its supposed to be noisy..

The Viper is a race car for the street. Sounds like gramps needs to go buy himself a C7 droptop automatic to me...

[swexlin]

Then trade the Viper on a Vette and move on. My 14 GTS is my daily driver and I have none of the issues you speak of. You do know by the way that there is a software update on the windows that fixes an issue where they don't go up all the way which causes wind noise.

Yep, I'm getting this software update done next Friday. It doesn't really bother me anyway. This Viper is a foookin' great car. Vipercompany, you're entitled to your opinion, but as others have said, if it's not for you sell it or trade it and move on.

[Vipercompany]

You are either uneducated or a troll, I'm going to have to go with the latter. Compare paint quality with that C7 Vette sometime and let me know. Thanks.

Let's be civil. I'm giving my opinion and you attack me? I'm not responding any more to this thread.

[dasvolk]

I've had many many cars. Nothing, and I mean NOTHING, has the cabin noise this viper has. The wind noise, door rattle, six point seatbelt opening towards the top squeek, and engine humming in my Gen V make it seem like I'm driving a go cart. Viper was my dream car, now not so much. You really realize the differences when you put 2000 miles on her as a DD then switch to a Honda Accord and wow, the Accord is like a Rolls Royce in comparison. I definitely won't be recommending this car to anyone for several reasons. Not to mention dealing with dodge dealership service is beyond ridiculous and puts the icing on the cake. I'll never buy another viper again.

Hahaha I've put 8000 miles on mine in 6 months and love it. Man up, princess.

[08viperviolet]

Take it to a good dealer. Try mountain view. If he like vett go get one very happy with my 14 ta and have a 15 coming to match. Or go get a honda

[Mamba52]

I just got my tag YORNGE so I'm sure they can fix the car and like I said hopefully it won't be a buy back. I also own a 14 C7 and yes they are great cars but it can't compete with my Viper and I love my beast.

[ViperDC]

I just got my tag YORNGE so I'm sure they can fix the car and like I said hopefully it won't be a buy back. I also own a 14 C7 and yes they are great cars but it can't compete with my Viper and I love my beast.

That is a sweet plate!

[cfiiman]

I've had many many cars. Nothing, and I mean NOTHING, has the cabin noise this viper has. The wind noise, door rattle, six point seatbelt opening towards the top squeek, and engine humming in my Gen V make it seem like I'm driving a go cart. Viper was my dream car, now not so much. You really realize the differences when you put 2000 miles on her as a DD then switch to a Honda Accord and wow, the Accord is like a Rolls Royce in comparison. I definitely won't be recommending this car to anyone for several reasons. Not to mention dealing with dodge dealership service is beyond ridiculous and puts the icing on the cake. I'll never buy another viper again.

Your wallet must be too small for your fifties and your diamond shoes too tight as well

[darbgnik]

I've had many many cars. Nothing, and I mean NOTHING, has the cabin noise this viper has. The wind noise, door rattle, six point seatbelt opening towards the top squeek, and engine humming in my Gen V make it seem like I'm driving a go cart. Viper was my dream car, now not so much. You really realize the differences when you put 2000 miles on her as a DD then switch to a Honda Accord and wow, the Accord is like a Rolls Royce in comparison. I definitely won't be recommending this car to anyone for several reasons. Not to mention dealing with dodge dealership service is beyond ridiculous and puts the icing on the cake. I'll never buy another viper again.

Hahahahaha.. An Accord is like a Rolls Royce compared to my Lamborghini as well.... I guess I should trade in my old noisy, hard riding, cement seat Gallardo for a Honda, apparently it's an upgrade!

In all seriousness, if you expected the Viper to be quiet and refined, you never read one review... even from Viper lovers. I sold my last Viper a few years ago, and had always missed it. I also looked back at it more fondly than all my more civilized cars. It's the absurdity of it, that makes it great. It's always been said it takes a certain person to appreciate a Viper, and I am one, and you are not. Which is cool. Sounds like you either got a Friday car, had a clueless dealer, or both. Which sucks, and would definitely leave a sour taste in your mouth. But it sounds like, even if you didn't have the rattles and wind noise, which should have been addressed, you wouldn't have liked it anyway. Oh well, live and learn, and the Accord is much cheaper!

[outnumbered]

Well my car seams to be at the dealership more than me having fun with it. First off the air box wasn't bolted down neither was the front left shock. Second car stalling and looks like to be a cam phaser. third just got the car back once again stalling now I have a cam phaser and electronic throttle showing up. The car is going back to the dealership on a flat bed and I had to take the day off just to pick it up. can't say again how disappointed I am.

I have some issues as well, but I'm confident they will get worked out. I love the car and I don't think there is much that will change that. I hope you get your issues resolved quickly.

[ViperSmith]

Viper isn't for everyone. I don't think you can paint Mambas issues with a broad brush to include every Viper.

Hell, even McLaren techs destroy brand new cars on joyrides http://imgur.com/a/q8HD2

Lets not forget the GT3 fiasco for Porsche.

[AZTVR]

The car is in Atlanta. The dealer replaced the oil and then went on a 30 mile road trip with no codes. Drove the car home and it staled. Went to start it up and it was running real bad. Cam code + throttle control. It just sucks taking it to the dealer. SRT has pushed it up the chain to engineering.

I agree that is unacceptable. A 30 mile test drive was obviously too short. You should insist next time that they drive it whatever it takes to get the symptom and codes. At least 300 miles. They must be rookies, not taking the opportunity to put some decent mileage on the car.

[Vipercompany]

Hahahahaha.. An Accord is like a Rolls Royce compared to my Lamborghini as well.... I guess I should trade in my old noisy, hard riding, cement seat Gallardo for a Honda, apparently it's an upgrade!

In all seriousness, if you expected the Viper to be quiet and refined, you never read one review... even from Viper lovers. I sold my last Viper a few years ago, and had always missed it. I also looked back at it more fondly than all my more civilized cars. It's the absurdity of it, that makes it great. It's always been said it takes a certain person to appreciate a Viper, and I am one, and you are not. Which is cool. Sounds like you either got a Friday car, had a clueless dealer, or both. Which sucks, and would definitely leave a sour taste in your mouth. But it sounds like, even if you didn't have the rattles and wind noise, which should have been addressed, you wouldn't have liked it anyway. Oh well, live and learn, and the Accord is much cheaper!

I'm not sure why everyone is putting words in my mouth. I never said I didn't love the viper. I was giving my honest opinion about cabin noise then everyone assumed I hated it. I guess I can't say anything negative about the viper on a viper forum. That was my mistake, just trying to help others! I read reviews on here and other forums before I purchased. I didn't know Dodge was going to have quality control issues. The passenger side has no rattle, no squeek, no wind noise. The drivers said has all 3. I fixed the door rattle myself today after going to the dealership twice (the last time they actually made it worse). It was the clip that the bolt under the SRT logo on the drivers side door goes into. I put foam under the clip and no more rattle, not sure how the dealer didn't catch that twice. It was clearly the problem when you take the door panel off. I'm glad my problems aren't the norm and I'm glad I'm not like some of the posters here who feel like they have to defend the viper from honest reviewers by calling them names.

Enjoy your rides, hopefully I'll be seeing some of you at Sebring.

[ViperSmith]

I'm not sure why everyone is putting words in my mouth. I never said I didn't love the viper. I was giving my honest opinion about cabin noise then everyone assumed I hated it. I guess I can't say anything negative about the viper on a viper forum. That was my mistake, just trying to help others! I read reviews on here and other forums before I purchased. I didn't know Dodge was going to have quality control issues. The passenger side has no rattle, no squeek, no wind noise. The drivers said has all 3. I fixed the door rattle myself today after going to the dealership twice (the last time they actually made it worse). It was the clip that the bolt under the SRT logo on the drivers side door goes into. I put foam under the clip and no more rattle, not sure how the dealer didn't catch that twice. It was clearly the problem when you take the door panel off. I'm glad my problems aren't the norm and I'm glad I'm not like some of the posters here who feel like they have to defend the viper from honest reviewers by calling them names.

Enjoy your rides, hopefully I'll be seeing some of you at Sebring.

They fixed the issues in the 2015 with the rattle by adding foam in the door, thankfully.

[ddominator1]

Wow!! Viper bashing 101. Expecting my TA 2.0 IN JUNE and expecting to be a very very happy buyer being that this will be my 1st viper. Corvettes are a dime a dozen. If want a vette join a vette club thread and give us peace. How can one compare a viper sound to an accord is obserd and wondering what mental faculties he has upstairs. Lol.

[Vipercompany]

Wow!! Viper bashing 101. Expecting my TA 2.0 IN JUNE and expecting to be a very very happy buyer being that this will be my 1st viper. Corvettes are a dime a dozen. If want a vette join a vette club thread and give us peace. How can one compare a viper sound to an accord is obserd and wondering what mental faculties he has upstairs. Lol.

The only thing you can resort to is bashing people?! Did this forum turn into a bunch of kids? What's going on?

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They fixed the issues in the 2015 with the rattle by adding foam in the door, thankfully.

I saw the foam in the door, that didn't help my issue. Putting foam under the clip fixed it though.

[Blue T/A 2.0]

I'm not sure why everyone is putting words in my mouth. I never said I didn't love the viper. I was giving my honest opinion about cabin noise then everyone assumed I hated it. I guess I can't say anything negative about the viper on a viper forum. That was my mistake, just trying to help others! I read reviews on here and other forums before I purchased. I didn't know Dodge was going to have quality control issues. The passenger side has no rattle, no squeek, no wind noise. The drivers said has all 3. I fixed the door rattle myself today after going to the dealership twice (the last time they actually made it worse). It was the clip that the bolt under the SRT logo on the drivers side door goes into. I put foam under the clip and no more rattle, not sure how the dealer didn't catch that twice. It was clearly the problem when you take the door panel off. I'm glad my problems aren't the norm and I'm glad I'm not like some of the posters here who feel like they have to defend the viper from honest reviewers by calling them names.

Enjoy your rides, hopefully I'll be seeing some of you at Sebring.

I have a rattle on the passenger door, sounds like it is near the a pillar, but don't know. Did you have to remove the door panel to get to the clip. Tell me how you fixed it please. Thanks in advance.

[Blue T/A 2.0]

I have a rattle on the passenger door, sounds like it is near the a pillar, but don't know. Did you have to remove the door panel to get to the clip. Tell me how you fixed it please. Thanks in advance.

Disregard last message. I have since found Mopar instructions for installing speakers and it tells how to remove the door panel.

[Camfab]

Although you certainly can't compare the ride quality of a sports car to a sedan, I cant see why anyone would defend a manufacturer for producing a vehicle with QC issues. I've never trusted any Dodge dealer in my area, that's a huge negative right off the bat. I do everything myself, but that's no excuse for Dodge. Anyone spending 100K on a car should be getting their ass kissed, not be treated like an ahole by a bunch of High School drop outs. Awesome car designed by some really savvy guys with real American balls, the rest of the wagon has always been full of crap. Having only two dealers in the country that are worth a damn is a complete joke.

[GBS]

Although you certainly can't compare the ride quality of a sports car to a sedan, I cant see why anyone would defend a manufacturer for producing a vehicle with QC issues. I've never trusted any Dodge dealer in my area, that's a huge negative right off the bat. I do everything myself, but that's no excuse for Dodge. Anyone spending 100K on a car should be getting their ass kissed, not be treated like an ahole by a bunch of High School drop outs. Awesome car designed by some really savvy guys with real American balls, the rest of the wagon has always been full of crap. Having only two dealers in the country that are worth a damn is a complete joke.

I agree 100%. I would add that it's sad to see people making negative comments about someone who has had major problems with their new Gen V and had to deal with dealers who can't fix it. There have been a lot of threads about Gen V's with major problems and dealers who can't fix them. I feel for all the people.

[Vipercompany]

Disregard last message. I have since found Mopar instructions for installing speakers and it tells how to remove the door panel.

Sorry I just saw your message. Did you fix the rattle? My rattle came from under the plastic piece that says SRT on the drivers side door. The clip that the screw goes into was rattling, I put a piece of foam between the clip and the metal piece it slid over.

[slowhatch]

Please a person and it will go largely unsaid, have an issue, and this person will go out of his way to shout from the tree tops (as he should in most instances).

I have owned gen 3 & gen 4 Viper products and the cars have been an absolute JOY to maintain and own. I've never had an issues with anything outside of the normal wear tear, and from riding around in a gen 5 they feel like an absolute lexus compared the previous generations. If a gen 5 is too harsh for you, then honestly, a Viper isn't the right car for you, period. No harm, no foul, move along.

OP I feel for you, and hope your issues get resolved. Vehicles will have problems, the Viper is hand built by human beings, who unfortunately have their bad days. Things slip through the cracks, it happens. It is then on the corporation as a whole to make it right (and I think its this area the Viper suffers the most, leaving out our 3 fav dealership choices).

People want Mclaren performance, Toyota reliability, Porsche refinement, and Lexus isolation for a car that costs 85k. Get f'ing real. Trade-offs, they exist in life.

[ViperSmith]

Disregard last message. I have since found Mopar instructions for installing speakers and it tells how to remove the door panel.

be careful, there is a screw behind the door SRS badge you must remove!