2001 Dodge Viper GTS

Make

Dodge

Model

Viper GTS

Year

2001

Listed price

$97,992

Location

Houston, Texas

Transmission

Not provided

Mileage

32,778 miles

The Dodge Viper GTS burst onto the scene in 1996, evolving the raw, untamed spirit of the original RT/10 roadster into a more refined, yet still utterly brutal, performance coupe. With its iconic double-bubble roof and striking silhouette, the GTS quickly became a symbol of American muscle and engineering prowess, capable of challenging the world's best sports cars. Powered by a massive V10 engine, originally derived from a truck engine and extensively reworked by Lamborghini (then owned by Chrysler), the GTS was a visceral experience, a direct descendant of the Shelby Cobra philosophy for the modern era. Its racing pedigree was quickly established, dominating GT racing championships and cementing its legendary status as a true supercar killer. The second-generation Viper, which included the GTS, ran from 1996 to 2002, and cars from this era are celebrated for their pure, unadulterated driving experience before the advent of more sophisticated electronic aids. This particular 2001 Dodge Viper GTS, resplendent in its classic blue with white stripes, exemplifies the breed with 32,778 miles on the odometer. It retains the heart of the beast: the legendary 8.0-liter naturally aspirated V10 engine, paired with a robust 6-speed manual transmission, delivering an unfiltered connection between driver and machine. The GTS was always about more than just numbers; it was about the experience—the thunderous roar, the immense torque, and the sheer exhilaration of harnessing such power. This is an opportunity to acquire a prime example of an American icon, a car that defined a generation of performance.