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Waterloo Chronicle (Waterloo, On1868), 9 Sep 1992, p. 37

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53 place Viper relects ‘new‘ Chrysler attitude However, no matter how attentionâ€"grabbing its look and sound, the 1992 Dodge Viper also represents a bold experiment for a new way of doing business at Chrysler. Almallteamdedintedtoonepmduct.wvehicle platform. Employees who, before, were located in separate loutiomnowworklhmldu-bahoulduinshamdm to better communicate. Suppliers play a key role in early development. Budgets are tight and adhered to. There is a new openness and a sense of urgency on the part of every member of the team that embraces the Viper vision. DodgeViperiutomhstonuimllingthomChrysler Corporation to many employees, and it is even more to many North American sports car purists. Itil]:oofthattbeNorthAmericnnauwindmtrycan build a worldâ€"class car in worldâ€"class time . . . and make It‘s all visceral. If the sensuous shape of the 1992 Dodge Viper RT/10 doesn‘t grab you, Viper‘s powerful Vâ€"10 'l‘hisis,bynllmnts,t.hedefinitiveeumpleofu Dealer, service guide Page 38 > Dodge Viper =Ou HLIO] thoroughly modern automotive package featuring a wealth of technological innovation, unique engineering methodology and pastâ€"paced development strategies. In fact, the Viper experiment has become a valuable testâ€"bed for advanced technology within the company. Remaining true to its original product intent of blending 1990s engineering sophistication with a classic design, Viper‘s technological and performance credentials are considerable. Among them: C An allâ€"aluminum 8.0â€"litre Vâ€"10 engine that can propel the car from 0â€"100 km (0â€"60 miles per hour) in 4.5 seconds, with a top speed capability of 265 km (165 mph). C In a startling display of acceleration and braking ability, the Viper can reach 160 kph (100 mph) and decelerate to a standing stop in just 14.5 seconds. an immense statement at the same time. AltboughoneofthebuictenetsoftheDodgeViper RT/10 was to produce a "back to basics" car, that didn‘t l?_untk?rwit.boldmhnology.’l‘hebodgewperisa GREAT SHAPE. THE ULTIMATE DRIVING EXPERIENCE. Motors WATFPLOO CHRONICLE, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 1992 â€" PAGE 37 FROM $26,900. Bâ€"K MOTORS 485 King St. North Waterioo, Ont. N2J 225 (519) 885â€"5090 C Viper is the first domesticallyâ€"produced car on which a majority of the exterior body surfaces â€" hood, front fenders, rear quarter panels, decklid, roof support â€" are produced using a resin transfer moulding (RTM) composâ€" ite materials process. C The Viper‘s powerful Vâ€"10 engine has a bottomâ€"fed fuel injection system â€"â€" a first for a Chryslerâ€"built vehicle. C Dodge Viper will pioneer the industryâ€"wide introducâ€" tion (1993) of an allâ€"new sixâ€"speed manual transmission. C Viper features twin, sideâ€"of theâ€"car exhaust systems that incorporate spaceâ€"age technology. C Dodge Viper also introduces a Chryslerâ€"patented singleâ€"piece windshield frame that also forms the top of the instrument panel. C The 1992 Dodge Viper is the first U.S.â€"produced car to employ structural urethane foam trim throughout its interior. The allâ€"new Dodge Viper is built at Chrysler‘s new Mack Avenue Viper assembly plant in Detroit, Michigan. 450 BELMONT WEST with ©4,000 Down â€" Taxes Extra 9000/310= 744â€"5811

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