2009 Dodge Viper

Convertible

V 10

Manual

1B3JZ65Z69V500010

Clear

Gasoline

600 HPDual Black Painted StripesForged 6-Spoke Aluminum Wheels2009 Dodge Viper SRTPerformanceThe 2009 Dodge Viper won't disappoint on performance. This is what it is built to do—and it does it with aplomb.TheCarConnection.com editors are fans of the 2009 Dodge Viper for one big reason: performance. This is a true sportscar by any definition, and it's the fastest street-legal car you're likely to find from a new-car dealership—exotic marques aside.In 2008, the Dodge Viper netted an "8.4-liter V10 that sends no less than 600 hp to the Viper's steamroller rear tires," according to Edmunds. The same engine is part of the 2009 Dodge Viper. Reviews read by TheCarConnection.com are unanimously impressed by the strength of the V-10. Cars.com contends, "the added engine power puts the Viper further into motorcycle territory." ConsumerGuide calls the acceleration on the Dodge Viper "explosive, even at part-throttle, and from modest rpm." Car and Driver declares that the coupe they tested is "monstrously fast from a standing start, blasting to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds and to 100 mph in 7.6 seconds." The convertible is also amazingly quick, with Car and Driver finding that it "managed 197 in Dodge's testing with the top down, which is pretty impressive." Motor Trend points out that "most of the time, effort, and development dollars have been spent on stuff that makes [the Dodge Viper] go faster."The 2009 Dodge Viper offers a "six-speed Tremec manual transmission" paired with "a twin-plate clutch" that Car and Driver says is "an industry first." Reviewers are equally impressed with the Dodge Viper 2009's transmission. Consumer Guide explains that the "clutch and gearshift demand deliberate action but are not taxing," and Cars.com attests that the "much shorter throws and clearly defined gates" make the Dodge Viper "a pleasure to operate." EngineSRT-10 2dr Convertible (8.4L 10cyl 6M) SRT-10 2dr Convertible (8.4L 10cyl 6M)Base engine typegasCam typeOverhead valves (OHV)CylindersV10Horsepower600 hp @ 6100 rpm