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[JeffInDFW]

I own a 1996 Viper GTS. In 2004, Dodge sent a letter to all the "first gen" Viper owners telling them that since Dodge had moved on to the second generation, they would no longer be producing many of the parts for the first generation cars. They actually suggested that "you should contact your local dealership parts department about stockpiling parts you think you will need for your Viper". Several years ago, they had already run out of a lot of parts you never think about. The little things like the removable rear windows....Certain wheel center caps....various interior trim pieces, etc.

The good news with our Solstices is, our entire drivetrain is used in other GM vehicles. Our HVAC (air conditioner/heater controls) are from the Hummer H3, etc. The Solstice specific items will get in short supply many many years from now (my guess is like 15 years or so). GM has sold a lot of Kappas already. Dodge sells 1,500 Vipers per year.

It is starting to look like I am the kiss of death! I own and love Camaros, and Gm killed them in 2002 (thank God they are coming back). I own and love my Viper and it is dead after this generation unless some group of outsiders buys it. I own and love my solstice, and it looks to be in trouble!