Just curious how these do with higher mileage? I know most of them have under 10k miles but when you find one or two that have 50k-70k, should i turn the other way and run?
What are the known issues that are common to the cars? Saying a 96-99GTS
Pretty freakin reliable cars. I wouldn't be scared one bit of one with 50-70k based on miles alone. If it is in good shape, has good leakdown, doesn't make any weird noises, and has evidence of being properly maintained, go for it.
Rock solid with higher mileage, the only "reliable" exotic. These aren't like "other" cars that people want to get rid of when they hit 20K miles. Doesn't Chuck even have 100K track miles on his?
67k on mine and I put on average 10k a year on mine...just weekend driving to. These 14 years old and it is bullit proof. Just take care of it and it will take care of you.
Rock solid with higher mileage, the only "reliable" exotic. These aren't like "other" cars that people want to get rid of when they hit 20K miles. Doesn't Chuck even have 100K track miles on his?
Many exotics get a bad rap for having major maintenance or repair bills at fairly low miles. Many owners sell them and buy a new one rather than dumping $10K-$20K in a tuneup or clutch. 20K miles on something like a Lambo is cause for concern unless a major service has just recently been done.
For a Viper, it is just break in miles as long as the car is properly maintained. The desire for low miles on a Viper is more for preceived future collector value, but unless you plan on buying it and sticking it in a garage for 20 years, it's not worth the extra coin IMO. Most failure mechanisms on Vipers are related to a quirk with a particular year (water pumps on '01's for instance) rather than any significant wear-out mechanisms related to mileage. A major tune-up on a Viper pretty much consists of changing the spark plugs and plug wires along with some fluids. Nothing that can't be done in the garage if you're so inclined.
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