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Old 05-27-2011, 08:47 PM
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I knew my N/A S197 GT was definitely no match for a 600 hp Viper. But this was my 1st encounter with one, and I wanted to see it get up and go. It did not disappoint. It pulled away like I was standing still.
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Old 05-27-2011, 10:25 PM
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i wish there were fun cars like this for me to play with around here
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Old 05-28-2011, 01:25 AM
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If I ever hit the lottery. The very first car on my list is an 10 Viper ACR.
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Old 05-28-2011, 01:46 AM
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They launch like a real beast too, those huge tires out back and good suspension.
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Old 05-28-2011, 08:28 AM
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sweet. atleaste you tried. honorable
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Old 05-28-2011, 11:29 AM
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Thats awesome man!! I would of done the same to at least try lol.
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Old 05-28-2011, 11:41 AM
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Thanks for the kudos, everyone.
It reminded me of when I ran a 427 Shelby AC Cobra kit car a few years ago. I knew I was no match for it, but how many chances will I get to run against a car like that(or a Viper).

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Old 05-28-2011, 02:33 PM
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Thats a tough car to keep up with. Its always fun to try anyway.
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Old 05-28-2011, 06:20 PM
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Ha, that reminds me, I raced on once in the 90s. I had a red '95 Ford Ranger, 5 speed manual, 4 cylinder. Not a hotrod, but great for hauling my dirtbike. I was driving in Centerville, and a Viper pulls out of this stripjoint, Diamonds. I get lined up next to him at a redlight. I starting revving my engine to let him know I wanted to race. When the light turned green, he pulled away so fast it was like he was on a crotch rocket. So yeah, I too just wanted to see one in action, even faster than I thought. I would still love to have one, just not as a daily driver though.
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Old 05-28-2011, 06:57 PM
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wow man.. How did it sound at WOT?? I betcha it sounded like a beast!!
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