Car financing: 1996 Dodge Viper
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 16.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 16.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 1996 Dodge Viper for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
1996 Dodge Viper specs
| Engine | 8.0L 10-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas |
| City | 21.4 L/100 km |
| Highway | 11.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 16.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 394 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $29.40 |
1996 Dodge Viper: every figure
| Displacement | 8.0 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 10 |
| MPG city (US) | 11 |
| MPG highway (US) | 20 |
| MPG combined (US) | 14 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 17 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$5,850 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $5,880 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1996 Dodge Viper
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure (3), steering (2) and engine and engine cooling (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01V312000 | 2001-10-04 | suspension:rear | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES USED EXTENSIVELY IN TRACK TYPE RACING EVENTS AND SUBJECTED TO AGGRESSIVE DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD EXPERIENCE CRACKS AT THE WELDS OF THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL MOUNTING BRACKET. |
| 01V313000 | 2001-10-04 | steering:rack and pinion:rack | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES USED EXTENSIVELY IN TRACK TYPE RACING EVENTS AND SUBJECTED TO AGGRESSIVE DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD EXPERIENCECRACKING OF THE STEERING RACK MOUNTING BRACKETS. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 1996 Dodge Viper?
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 1996 Dodge Viper for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. The 1996 Dodge Viper for buyers: what the numbers say, what to check, how to try it.
Before you sign for the Viper
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. NHTSA has 8 owner complaints on file, mostly about structure, steering and engine and engine cooling.
Reading the spec sheet
The 8.0L 10-cylinder is what moves it, with rear-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated at 16.8 L/100 km combined, so budget about 50 litres for 300 km. A 300 km round trip costs roughly $88.20 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$5,850 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Space and size
As a two-seat sports car, it puts the driving first and the luggage second.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. It uses more fuel than most, so it suits shorter trips or people who need its size.
A longer test drive
Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Drive the Viper on your commute before you commit to it.
Running costs
A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $29.40 in fuel.
Which one to look for
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Your move
Ask us anything about renting before you buy.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1996 Dodge Viper from us first.
Ask us about the 1996 Dodge Viper
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1996 Dodge Viper for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1996 Dodge Viper
Does CarmaCars sell the 1996 Dodge Viper?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1996 Dodge Viper before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1996 Dodge Viper have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1996 Dodge Viper cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$5,850 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $5880.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.