Should i pull the trigger on this car? PICS INSIDE

[transamer79]

I wish i could but i can escape from work for that long. 1 day is hard enough let alone 7 to 10. Im sure its an amazing experience but i would loose my job and in turn not be able to pay for the car, lol.

[Kenneth Krieger]

I agree with Chopper on this one. The "shiny side" of the car has been abused to a degree, then the "bottom side" of the car has taken similar abuse. What does the interior look like? How clean is the engine compartment? Those things will tell you a LOT about the owner. One who really takes car of a car will take the time to keep it clean and presentable. Would you have had someone look at your car in this shape when trying to sell it? I wouldn't.......that's really embarrassing! I too would pass!

[ViperTony]

How old are the tires? Have your ViperTech check the date codes on them.

[mad0953]

If the mechanicals are in excellant shape I think that's a great price and I'd say go for it if you like the non black interior....not my cup of tea. I'd love to have a vert to go with my coupe but my 4 car garage is full and I think my ceilings are too low for a lift.

[Bernard]

What a drama this has become. We're looking at buying an inexpensive used car here. It's a decision that most people make in a snap. This is not a full structural inspection of a potential home, or investigating the physical attributes and sexual history of a potential bride, it's a friggin used car!! Buy it or don't!

[transamer79]

Hey bernie, it may be inexpensive to you but to most people thirty some odd thousand dollars is a lot of money. Im trying to avoid making a bad decision.

[goldcup]

Its a buyers market I think you should shop around,that car has at best been treated like an everyday driver, at worst rode hard and put up wet!I would be surprised if it has no mechanical issues.I would take a higher mileage car that has been cared for over that car in a minute.But whatever you do good luck!!!!!!

[Dom426h]

YOU: I absolutely love the sapphire and cognac. cognac is the best!!!!! i love blue cars

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YOU: Looking to buy gen 2 rt/10 or GTS in the 30 to 35k range.

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YOU: I am definitely looking for a driver

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If the inspection checks then this should be a done deal unless you find something comparable local for the same price that doesn’t require shipping.

Sure those pictures make the car look borderline to people sitting behind their computers, they have vipers sitting in front of their eyes. The harsh lighting and pollen make the pictures look like crap. Big deal. Get her in your garage; polish and wax away, change all the fluids, put some love into it, Hit the streets and people will think it’s a brand new car.

To those that think there is better than a sapphire for 34K then I say, show him. How much would a dealership list this car for after cleaning it up? I think over 40.

as usual trans, best of luck

[Pryme]

Will you be getting a loan for this car? have you checked insurance rates yet, I think I read you are 24? one year from the drop.

Is this purchase going to stretch you thin?

Could any of these things play into why you are hesitant to make the purchase?

[Bernard]

Originally Posted by transamer79

Hey bernie, it may be inexpensive to you but to most people thirty some odd thousand dollars is a lot of money. Im trying to avoid making a bad decision.

Sorry to dampen your fun, I didn't mean to. I have enjoyed my Viper since December 1999 and have loved every minute of it. Every hobby for me is a 5-7 year thing, so now it's for sale and I have a Suzuki Hayabusa. Top speed 195, 0-60 in around 3 seconds and 38 miles to the gallon. You can slap on a turbo for $5K and leave every car imaginable in an exhaust trail. Sorry, I'm salivating again. Ayway be grateful you didn't buy this car.

[transamer79]

Its cool bernard, im just being careful.

Hey pryme, i am taking out a loan for about 60%. i got an excellent interest rate of 4.25% AS for the insurance, i got a quote through travelers full coverage for 200 a month, not bad for 24 with a viper.

[vicj]

I agree with Chopper "wholeheartedly". Dude this car was NOT handled with care. You sound like the kind of guy that would not let his car look like this. Buffing and patchwork fixes for sublety will NOT cut it. When you get a Viper you're going to want it to look PERFECT as can be. By the time you get through fixing the astetics and pay for shipping, you're probably going to be spending upwards of $38-40k anyway to get it looking right!

My advice is to be patient and spend a little extra for a car that has been cared for. If an owner treats his ride like that on the outside, I shudder to think what lurks beneath.

My .02 cents. GOOD LUCK!!

Originally Posted by Chopper

I understand you situation. My thinking is however, if a car looks like this one does on the outside then what lies beneath.Most of us take sick care of our cars. Scratches like the ones you've shown would make me puke.This car does not tell me that it was pampered.You might want to look a little further, or save up for what you really want.

[Pryme]

Originally Posted by transamer79

Its cool bernard, im just being careful.

Hey pryme, i am taking out a loan for about 60%. i got an excellent interest rate of 4.25% AS for the insurance, i got a quote through travelers full coverage for 200 a month, not bad for 24 with a viper.

But do you have, at all times, AT LEAST 3-4 mo worth of all your bills in the bank?

I assume you live alone right, not at home or with roomates?

[Pryme]

Originally Posted by Bernard

Sorry to dampen your fun, I didn't mean to. I have enjoyed my Viper since December 1999 and have loved every minute of it. Every hobby for me is a 5-7 year thing, so now it's for sale and I have a Suzuki Hayabusa. Top speed 195, 0-60 in around 3 seconds and 38 miles to the gallon. You can slap on a turbo for $5K and leave every car imaginable in an exhaust trail. Sorry, I'm salivating again. Ayway be grateful you didn't buy this car.

Sounds great untill even a Geo metro side swipes you.

[REDSLED]

Does anyone remember FranciscoR? Remember all the posts about wanting to buy a Viper. This thread is a ditto. What does a buyer expect to get for $30-35K for a Gen2? Not a trophy car, perhaps a car that has seen the track, has been driven hard or has a few stories.