The 2003 Dodge Viper SRT-10 Roadster kicked off the third generation with a fresh look and an even bigger V10, but stuck to the classic Viper recipe: massive engine up front, power to the rear, and a six-speed manual for good measure. This one comes in classic Viper Red over black leather and microsuede, shows just 21,000 miles, and is up for grabs on Bring a Trailer with a clean Carfax and a traceable history back to 2015.
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What It’s Worth Right Now
The latest Classic.com market data shows third-generation Dodge Viper Roadsters averaging $48,713 across recent sales, with a current market benchmark of $51,711. Recorded sales range from $36,300 to $62,000, while the most recent sale closed at $56,100.
That puts this 21,000-mile roadster in a sweet spot. It’s got fewer miles than most of its rivals and still keeps things mostly original – a combo that usually means a premium over the well-worn, driver-grade cars.
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Check out the current listings, and you’ll see 2003-2005 Viper SRT-10 roadsters with similar mileage (think 20,000 to 30,000 miles) usually pop up anywhere from the mid-$50,000s to the low $70,000s. The unicorns with ultra-low miles? Those can nudge into the $80,000s. With this auction just getting started and the bid sitting at $30,000, there’s still a lot of runway before it catches up to the market.
Condition and Details
Draped in Viper Red with a black soft top, this SRT-10 keeps the classic ZB I roadster vibe alive. Outside, you get HID headlights, fog lights, power mirrors, those signature side-exit exhausts, and factory alloys – 18-inch up front, 19-inch out back. Bonus: the front dampers were swapped out for fresh ones in 2023.
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Inside, you’ll find black leather seats with microsuede inserts, complete with Viper logos stitched into the backrests. Creature comforts? You get air conditioning, push-button start, power windows, dual roll hoops, and even an in-dash CD changer. The odometer shows around 21,000 miles, with the current owner adding about 5,000.
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Under the hood sits Dodge’s 8.3-liter naturally aspirated V10, good for a factory-rated 500 horsepower and 525 lb-ft of torque. All that muscle heads straight to the rear wheels via a Tremec six-speed manual and a limited-slip diff. The seller is throwing in the owner’s manual, a car cover, and a clean Carfax with zero accidents or damage reported.
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The Offer
| Specification | Detail |
| Make | Dodge |
| Model | Viper SRT-10 Roadster (ZB I) |
| Year | 2003 |
| Mileage | 21,000 miles |
| Engine | 8.3-liter V10 |
| Power | 500 horsepower, 525 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Six-speed Tremec manual |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel drive with limited-slip differential |
| Exterior Color | Viper Red |
| Interior Color | Black leather with microsuede inserts |
| Location | York, Pennsylvania |
Interested in this Dodge Viper SRT-10 Roadster? View the listing here.
What Makes the Dodge Viper SRT-10 Roadster Unique
The 2003 model kicked off the Viper’s third act, swapping out the old RT/10 for something a bit more polished but still gloriously raw. It got a brand-new chassis, sharper looks, better suspension, and a bigger 8.3-liter V10 cranking out 500 horsepower – the first time a factory Viper hit that number.
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Unlike today’s tech-heavy performance cars, the early SRT-10 keeps things refreshingly simple. No dual-clutch, no turbos, no all-wheel drive – just a big, naturally aspirated V10, a stick shift, and power to the rear. That old-school setup is exactly why the ZB I roadster is a favorite among enthusiasts who crave a pure, analog drive.
Final Thoughts
This is a tidy example of an early third-gen Viper, and with just 21,000 miles, it hits that sweet spot for buyers who want something driven but not worn out. Clean history, mostly original spec, and all the right paperwork just make it even more tempting.
With similar cars selling for way more than the current bid, this auction is definitely one to keep an eye on as it winds down. Where it ends up – close to the market average or pushing into low-mileage territory—will come down to how wild the bidding gets in the final stretch.
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Jacob Oliva
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