The VCA and SRT are very proud to present...

[Y2K5SRT]

Good morning and welcome to the VCA/SRT reveal! We shot this video for our members, courtesy of our friends at SRT. You will find some great information and a nice little payoff at the end. No professional actors here - just folks that love America's Fastest Street Legal Track Car as much as you do! We hope you enjoy:

Got dial up or a slower connection? Just right-click the link below and save it to your PC for viewing later:

http://www.viperclub.org/news/video/ACR11907.wmv

Our thanks to SRT for allowing the VCA to get a sneak-peek and to provide this very car to our members. The official press release and several exclusive photos are below. You may want to wear a bib...

Even More Viper Venom!

Dodge introduces street-legal 2008 Viper SRT10® ACR

• Dodge delivers ultimate purpose-built, street-legal track car
• 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10® ACR offers reduced weight, race-ready hardware and competition tuning for optimal on-track performance
• Aerodynamic improvements, racing suspension and weight savings equal unmatched performance for under $100,000

Auburn Hills, Mich. – Dodge announced today that the all-new 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10® ACR – short for American Club Racer – will make its public debut at next week’s Los Angeles Auto Show.

The latest addition to Chrysler LLC’s Street and Racing Technology (SRT) family of performance vehicles, the all-new, 600-horsepower 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR is a street-legal Viper engineered to dominate on the race track. Because it is street legal, diehard Viper and track enthusiasts can drive their car to the race track, run it at speed on the track, and then drive it home.

“With the all-new 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR, SRT has taken the ultimate American sports car and injected it with an extra dose of racing DNA,” said Mike Accavitti, Director – Dodge Brand and SRT Marketing and Communications, Chrysler LLC. “With the Viper SRT10 as the starting point, SRT engineered a combination of reduced weight, race-tuned suspension and aerodynamic improvements to create the ultimate Viper for the street and track.”

Derived from the all-new 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10, the heart and soul of the all-new 2008 Viper SRT10 ACR is SRT’s new 8.4-liter aluminum V-10 engine that produces 600 horsepower and 560 lb.-ft. of torque.

The 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR stays true to the five key aspects of SRT: standout powertrain, bold exterior styling, race-inspired interior, benchmark braking, and world-class ride and handling characteristics across a dynamic range.

Bold Exterior Styling
The 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR exterior styling cues offer not only bold aesthetics but functional benefits on the track. These include a variable geometry “fanged” front splitter, an adjustable rear wing sculpted by CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics), and optimized front dive planes. These new aerodynamic devices are formed in high-performance autoclaved carbonfiber. By using both unidirectional and woven laminates, the aero equipment is optimized for the minimum possible weight.

The splitter and dive planes feature a clear coated carbonfiber weave on all Viper SRT10 ACR models.

The front splitter includes three removable rub strips that provide protection and wear resistance. Supported by stainless steel tension cables, the splitter is designed to absorb the energy from minor upward deflections.

The Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR aerodynamics are tuned and balanced to maximize downforce and provide increased levels of lateral grip. Each Viper SRT10 ACR also includes a track extension that replaces the center splitter rub strip and fills out the fanged splitter scallop for closed-circuit events. The aerodynamic effect of the track extension is a reduction in overall drag and an increase in front downforce of nearly one third.

The front fog lamps have been deleted and replaced with lightweight filler panels.

The 2008 Viper SRT10 ACR features a signature two-tone paint scheme with a black center section. An optional driver’s stripe is available on a two-tone Viper Red or a Viper Black ACR. The driver’s stripe also features a sewn leather accent on the steering wheel. A clearcoated exposed weave is featured on the rear carbonfiber wing of all two-tone and driver’s stripe Viper SRT10 ACR models.

A standard Viper SRT10 monotone paint scheme is also available featuring a body color rear wing and dual painted Viper stripes.

The 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR is available in five colors: Viper Red, Viper Black, Viper Violet, Viper Bright Blue Metallic, and Viper Very Orange.

Lightweight forged aluminum Sidewinder wheels are painted gloss black to complete the one-of-a-kind exterior styling.

Race-inspired Interior
Based on the 2008 Viper SRT10 interior, the Viper SRT10 ACR goes a step further to satisfy what racers want: the least weight possible. An optional “Hard Core” package offers maximum weight savings by deleting the audio system, underhood silencer pad, trunk carpet and tire inflator. The radio is replaced by a lightweight cover that can be configured to mount the included lap timer. The door speakers are replaced by lightweight carbonfiber panels. The Hard Core package offers a 40 lb. weight savings and provides ultimate street legal race-ready performance.

World-class Ride and Handling
The all-new 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR is specifically modified and tuned for track performance. The ACR suspension includes coil-over racing dampers from KW Suspensions that are adjustable for damping and ride height. The shocks are two-way adjustable without removing the wheels – a timesaver on the track – and they includea large range for compression and rebound. The KW dampers and forks are machined from solid aluminum billet, feature spherical bearing mounts, and are optimized to minimize weight and maximize performance.

The 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR features a new front stabilizer bar for increased roll-stiffness.

Lightweight forged aluminum Sidewinder wheels are optimized by using Finite Element Analysis to achieve a lower rotating unsprung mass. Finished in gloss black paint, they wear Michelin Pilot Sport Cup DOT-approved (street legal) race tires, providing enhanced grip on the track.

Track performance is maximized in the 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR via several weight-savings initiatives. The savings were achieved with the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup Tires, Sidewinder lightweight wheels, and StopTech brake rotors. With the aerodynamic and suspension elements, the 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR is 40 pounds lighter than the Viper SRT10 coupe. The optional Hard Core package further reduces the weight by another 40 pounds, for a total weight savings of 80 pounds.

Benchmark Braking
The Viper SRT10 benchmark brakes are taken to the next level in the 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR. StopTech two-piece, slotted, lightweight rotors combine with the Viper SRT10’s Brembo calipers to reduce rotating inertia and unsprung mass, improve brake cooling, and significantly reduce fade even under extreme conditions. The StopTech rotors feature a patented curved-fin design, a key element in improving brake cooling. The StopTech brake rotors combined with the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup Tires and Sidewinder lightweight wheels combine to reduce 60 pounds of unsprung, rotating mass. The 2008 Dodge SRT10 Viper ACR stops from 60 mph in less than 100feet.

Standout Powertrain
The 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR utilizes the Viper SRT10’s new 8.4-liter aluminum V-10 engine that produces a ground-shaking 600 horsepower and tire-smoking 560 lb.-ft. of torque. It features a deep-skirted V10 aluminum engine block, cylinder heads equipped with Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC)-shaped combustion chambers, large valves and Variable Valve Timing (VVT). VVT Electronically adjusts when the exhaust valves are open and closed according to engine speed and load, allowing the engine to “breathe” cleaner and more efficiently.

The two-piece intake manifold combines cast aluminum lower with smooth runners for better air flow, bolted to a die-cast aluminum upper plenum. A revised air-cleaner box with a low-restriction filter sends air through a dual electronic throttle control into the intake module.

The air-fuel mixture in the cylinders is ignited by platinum-tip spark plugs fired by individual plug coils mounted on the cylinder-head covers.

Within the cylinders, pistons are equipped with large-diameter floating pins with bronze bushings for high-load capability. Forged powder-metal connecting rods are secured with aircraft-quality fasteners for increased fatigue strength.

Engine lubrication is managed by the large oil pump and a swinging oil pickup adapted from Viper competition engines, to ensure proper oil pressure in high-rpm and hard cornering conditions.

The 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR sports the latest evolution of the Tremec T56 six-speed manual transmission known as the TR6060. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a GKN ViscoLok speed-sensing limited-slip differential.

Manufacturing
The 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR will be hand built at the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in Detroit.

The 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR will arrive in showrooms in the second quarter of 2008 at a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of less than $100,000. Complete pricing information will be released at a later date.

Street and Racing Technology
SRT creates some of Chrysler LLC’s boldest, most distinctive products by single-mindedly following its core vision: Deliver benchmark performance at the lowest price, and deliver it with absolute integrity and credibility.

Every SRT vehicle showcases five key aspects: Exterior styling that resonates with the brand image; race-inspired interiors; world-class ride and handling characteristics across a dynamic range; benchmark braking and standout powertrain.

2008 Dodge Viper SRT10® ACR

SPECIFICATIONS

All dimensions are in inches (millimeters) unless otherwise noted.
Information shown is correct at time of publication, and is subject to change without notice.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Body Styles____________________________________________ _________________ Coupe
Assembly Plant_____________________________________ Conner Avenue (Detroit, Michigan)
EPA Vehicle Class_____________________________________________ _______ Two-seater
ENGINE____________________________________________ _____________ 8.4-liter V-10
Type and Description_________________________ 10-cylinder, 90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled
Displacement______________________________________ ___________ 8.4 liter (510 cu. in.)
Bore x Stroke____________________________________________ _ 4.055 x 3.96 (103 x 100.6)
Valve System_______________ OHV, Variable Valve Timing, 20 valves, roller-type hydraulic lifters
Fuel Injection________________________________________ Sequential, multi-port, electronic
Construction_______________ Aluminum alloy block with cast-iron liners, aluminum alloy heads
Compression Ratio_____________________________________________ __________ 10.2:1
Power (SAE net)______________________________ 600 bhp (450KW) @ 6100 rpm (71 bhp/L)
Torque (SAE net)____________________________________ 560 lb.-ft. (760 N•m @ 5000 rpm)
Max. Engine Speed_____________________________________________ _______ 6,250 rpm
Fuel Requirement______________________________ Unleaded premium—91 Octane (R+M)/2
Oil Capacity (with filters)__________________________________________ _____ 10 qt. (9.5L)
Coolant Capacity__________________________________________ ___________ 16 qt. (15L)
Emission Controls______________ Four three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors,
engine internal features(a)
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)__________________________________________ _____ N/A
(a)Meets Tier 2 standards in all 50 states.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Alternator________________________________________ ___________ 180-amp high-speed
Battery____________________________________ Leak-resistant, maintenance-free, 600 CCA
Radio___________________________________ AM/FM/CD radio with MP3 disc play capability,
with 310-watt RMS audio amplifier and seven speakers
TRANSMISSION
Manual Six-speed Overdrive
Description_ Synchronized in all gears, electronic 1-4 skip-shift and reverse lockout mechanisms
Gear Ratios
__ 1st_______________________________________________ _____________________ 2.66
__ 2nd __________________________________________________ _________________ 1.82
__ 3rd_______________________________________________ _____________________ 1.30
__ 4th_______________________________________________ _____________________ 1.00
__ 5th __________________________________________________ _________________ 0.74
__ 6th_______________________________________________ _____________________ 0.50
Axle Ratio_____________________________________________ ___________________ 3.07
Overall Top Gear______________________________________________ ______________ 1.5

FINAL DRIVE
Description________________________ Frame-mounted hypoid bevel gear with GKN ViscoLok
speed-sensing limited-slip differential

DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES(a)
Wheelbase_________________________________________ ________________ 98.8 (2510)
Track, Front_____________________________________________ ____________ 61.6 (1565)
Track, Rear______________________________________________ ___________ 60.9 (1547)
Overall Length____________________________________________ __________ 175.6 (4459)
Overall Width (at sills)____________________________________________ _____ 75.2 (1911)
Overall Height____________________________________________ ___________ 47.6 (1210)
Ground Clearance_________________________________________ ___________ 5.125 (130)
Curb Weight (estimated)____________________________________ 3,408 lbs. (1552 kg), ACR;
__ 3,366 lbs. (1533 kg) ACR with Hard Core (Audio Delete) Package

Weight Distribution F/R_________________________________________________ _ 49.5/50.5
Frontal Area______________________________________________ __ 19.3 sq. ft. (1.79 sq. m)
Fuel Tank Capacity _________________________________________________ 16.0 gal. (70L)

(a) All dimensions measured with two passengers.

ACCOMMODATIONS
Seating Capacity__________________________________________ ___________________ 2
Head Room______________________________________________ ____________ 36.5 (926)
Leg Room______________________________________________ ____________ 42.4 (1077)
Shoulder Room______________________________________________ ________ 54.1 (1375)
Seat Travel____________________________________________ ________________ 7.6 (192)
Recliner Range_____________________________________________ _______________ 45°
SAE Interior Volume____________________________________________ ______________ NA
BODY
Layout_____________________________________ Longitudinal front engine, rear-wheel drive
Construction Backbone tubular space frame with separate cowl structure. SMC and RIM body panels,
aluminum sills, RIM front and rear fascias with composite impact beams

Aerodynamics
Front________ Carbon fiber ‘fanged’ splitter with rub strips; splitter extension; carbon dive planes
Rear________________________ Carbon fiber ACR wing with 7-position adjustable stanchions
Downforce @ 150 mph (high down force set-up) ______________________________ 1000 lbs.

SUSPENSION
Type________________ Four-wheel independent with high-performance aluminum control arms
and knuckles, and KW Suspensions 2-way adjustable competition coil-over shock absorbers
Front_________ Cast-aluminum unequal-length upper and lower “A” arms, high rate coil springs,
gas charged 2-way adjustable monotube shocks absorbers, high rate stabilizer bar

Rear_____________ Cast-aluminum unequal-length upper and lower “A” arms, toe-control links,
high rate coil springs, gas charged 2-way adjustable monotube shock absorbers, stabilizer bar

STEERING
Type______________________________________________ _ Power-assisted rack and pinion
Overall Ratio_____________________________________________ ________________ 16.7:1
Turning Diameter (curb-to-curb)______________________________________ 40.5 ft. (12.34 m)
Steering Turns (lock-to-lock)_____________________________________________ ______ 2.4
TIRES
Size and Type______________________________________________ __ P295/30 ZR18—front,
P345/30 ZR19—rear
Manufacturer and Model___ Michelin® Pilot® Sport Cup with low-pressure sensors in valve stems
WHEELS
Type and Material____________________________ Lightweight forged aluminum ”Sidewinder”
Size______________________________________________ ____________ 18” x 10.0”—front,
19” x 13”—rear
BRAKES
Front—Size and Type_______________ 14.0” x 1.26” (355.0 x 32) vented disc, with Brembo 44/40
opposing piston calipers, curved fin vented StopTech 2-piece slotted rotors
Rear—Size and Type_______________ 14.0” x 1.26” (355.0 x 32) vented disc, with Brembo 42/38
dual opposing calipers, curved fin vented StopTech 2-piece slotted rotors
Power Assist Type________________________ Tandem diaphragm vacuum with zero lost travel

[PaViper]

Awesome presentation guys, and thanks to SRT for another super job of coming up with what the Viper Owners want. Very impressive package, and I can't wait for the raffle tickets to come available, I already started to paint my garage to match

[Y2K5SRT]

Dang it, I almost forgot! The available color options are going to be great!

Just remember that the first three colors (GTS blue, Snakeskin Green, and Venom Red) are just about done so by the time this baby starts down the line for production (early '08) those colors will be finished. I am digging that all-black with the red driver's stripe myself.

And a very special thanks to Mr. Paddock who was pressed into service this week to help film part of and then edit that entire video. Bob, myself, and Brian were in his studio until almost 3:00 this morning to make sure everything went well. Needless to say, if you or your company is looking for top notch video service - Brian is your man. And he is a VCA Member/Viper Owner to boot!

[AviP]

Awesome! Now when can I place an order for that 2-tone Purple!

[black mamba1]

Is the wing available seperately?

[Racer Robbie]

This is the best unveiling I have seen so far. great job guys! I hope we can buy the radio and speaker block-out plates for our existing vipers.

[Nine Ball]

Holy DROOL! That car looks evil.

[Chuck 98 RT/10]

Originally Posted by black mamba1

Is the wing available seperately?

Dear Gawd, it's starting all ready.

This is a track car. It is meant for the track. Street legal so you don't have to load it on a trailer to get it there.

There is another Viper for the street and it has just as much HP and looks very nearly identical. And it is 15K cheaper.

It is going to be a sin when the posers start buying ACRs and then complain about the splitter scraping their driveway.

[CitySnake]

First off, the 2 of you ought to get a room. You're WAY too comfortable in front of the camera!

But seriously, I am completely blown away by what Dodge has done for us...the VCA. This is simply incomparable....ESPECIALLY considering we are speaking in the sub $100G realm.

THANK YOU TO DODGE AND ESPECIALLY THE SRT GROUP!

[Chuck 98 RT/10]

+ 1 Scott

Big thankyou Dodge!

[madman]

since when is Michelin making SportCups in 345/30-19? I WANT THEM!!! Tirerack doesn't list these and Michelin either...

Edit: FOUND THEM! Pilot® Sport Cup: Ultra-High Performance Sport: Tires: Michelin Tires ... now only to see how to get them...

[Wicked]

I like everything about the car except the ACR stickers on the side. But I think, I can live with them. Car is amazing!

[AviP]

Originally Posted by Wicked

I like everything about the car except the ACR stickers on the side. But I think, I can live with them. Car is amazing!

That's because they are lighter!

[RMBSRT]

congrats to dodge and SRT. For a street legal comp coupe, the car looks great! As for it being competition for the new ZR1, Dodge will need to do more. The competition at the $100k price point is getting thick. I hope Dodge has got more in the bag.

And yes, I can already see the sale ads for slightly used 2008 ACRs. Lots of cars with under 2k miles and freshly painted front splitters.

[WALL SMACKER]

WOW, WOW, WOW, WOW, WOW

[Les Quam]

Is this ACR a one year only car? Does anyone know for certain?

[rcl4668]

Chris Marshall or anyone else --

I have put in a question to Jon B at Partsrack about this but does anyone know the exact weight savings of the ACR's Stoptech rotors versus the stock units? Thanks.

Also, for anyone who has actually used the Stoptech rotors on their Viper, is there any downside at all to their use? It seems like a win-win to me with both (1) reduced unsprung weight (6 lbs or more per rotor would be amazing) and (2) increased stopping power. Assuming that the ACR uses the same Brembo calipers and pad material as the stock 2008s, is there any issue with increased pad wear or durability of the rotor (slotting as opposed to drilling should not result in increased chances of cracking or warping but I am not sure about this).

/Rich

[Andrew2KRT10]

I'm speechless. This is no doubt the best looking viper I have seen to date.

But I have to ask Bob C., 1000 feet below the surface of the earth ? Did you run into Jules Verne ?? Any giant monsters down there ? How about Gertrude the Duck. How's she doing ? Is that how deep NJ has to go to get away from the NY AX team ?? (inside joke)

Sorry, couldn't resist.

Seriously, great car, thanks for the presentation. Appreciate all the effort.

Andrew

[Y2K5SRT]

Originally Posted by rcl4668

I have put in a question to Jon B at Partsrack about this but does anyone know the exact weight savings of the ACR's Stoptech rotors versus the stock units?

I can't say for certain, but one of the pieces I am reading on it says 30 pounds for the rotors alone...

[InjectTheVenom]

Speechless.. I knew the VCA had a good relationship with SRT but this TOTALLY takes it to another level ! Talk about rewarding customer loyalty.. what other club has such a highly personal relationship with their manufacturer?

[FrankBarba]

alot of the weight savings will be in the wheels.....

[DodgeViper01]

THANK YOU SRT! A truly awesome car. Now you have me unable to look at the regular GEN IV the same. Now I want this! Do we have MSRP's yet?

On another note, look at Chris in front of the camera, a natural. haha.

[viper GTS-R]

hmmm....So this whole entire time this thing was a ACR?




Shame they won't release a certain grey, makes everything really stealthy looking.

--RS

[Alabaster Mamba]

Originally Posted by InjectTheVenom

Speechless.. I knew the VCA had a good relationship with SRT but this TOTALLY takes it to another level ! Talk about rewarding customer loyalty.. what other club has such a highly personal relationship with their manufacturer?

I agree 100%. Talk about rewarding customer loyalty. The SRT team listens to what it's customers want compared to most businesses out there. Another reason why I will never get rid of my Viper. You actually feel like your wants are heard with them. Great job on the ACR!!! And a huge thanks to the VCA for bringing us another raffle car. You guys are the best.

[Boxer12]

OK, GREAT, now when can we put our orders in?

[Mamba55]

Well unless i win the raffle, place my order cause i gotta get me that toy......

[Andrew/USPWR]

Originally Posted by viper GTS-R

hmmm....So this whole entire time this thing was a ACR?




Shame they won't release a certain grey, makes everything really stealthy looking.

--RS

Have to have something for 2009

[Catwood]

Originally Posted by Boxer12

OK, GREAT, now when can we put our orders in?

I've been on the books since Jan 17th of this year.

Now...I'm thinking black with a red stripe looks good.......

Or red with dual stripes...I just can't decide.

[Kenneth Krieger]

Great looking car (except for the black wheels!)........look out world.......it's just going to get worse for you!!!!!

[mike & juli]

Originally Posted by Andrew/USPWR

Have to have something for 2009

Have to admit--I had an 'inkling' ~juli