1992 Dodge Viper RT/10

Make

Dodge

Model

Viper RT/10

Year

1992

Listed price

$90,478

Location

Johnson Creek, Wisconsin

Transmission

6-Speed Manual

Mileage

720 miles

The Dodge Viper burst onto the scene in 1992, a raw, unadulterated declaration from Chrysler that American muscle was back, and it was angrier than ever. Born from a concept car that debuted at the 1989 North American International Auto Show, the Viper RT/10 was a deliberate throwback to the golden age of roadsters – no roof, no external door handles, and certainly no electronic nannies. Its heart, a massive 8.0-liter V10 engine, was famously developed with Lamborghini (then owned by Chrysler), initially intended for truck use but reimagined for pure performance. With an output of 400 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque, the first-generation Viper delivered brutal acceleration and an intoxicating exhaust note, instantly cementing its status as an icon of excess and engineering audacity. Only 285 units were produced in its inaugural year, making these early examples particularly significant as the genesis of a legend. This 1992 Dodge Viper RT/10 represents a truly extraordinary opportunity to acquire a piece of automotive history in virtually as-new condition. Showing an astonishingly low 720 miles on the odometer, this is not merely a well-preserved car, but a time capsule from the Viper's very first production year. Its vibrant red paintwork gleams, showcasing the original, aggressive lines that defined the model. Paired with its original 6-speed manual transmission, this Viper offers the visceral, unfiltered driving experience that made it famous, putting the full force of that legendary V10 directly into the driver's hands. For the discerning collector, this presents a rare chance to own a first-year Viper in a condition that borders on showroom new.