You don’t see a 2005 Dodge Viper SRT-10 Roadster Copperhead Edition pop up every day. Only 300 of these were built, all dipped in that unmistakable Copperhead Orange Satin with a black leather and microsuede interior. This one’s barely broken in at 8,000 miles, still packing its original 8.3-liter V10 and six-speed manual. Now it’s hunting for a new home on Bring a Trailer.
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What It’s Worth Right Now
Curious what a Viper like this is worth these days? Recent Classic.com sales put the third-gen Dodge Viper Roadster (2003–2006) at a benchmark of around $51,695, with average sales clocking in at $48,874. Depending on mileage, originality, and condition, these snakes have sold anywhere from $36,300 to $62,000.
Low-mileage Vipers? Those still fetch a premium. Right now, original 2005 roadsters with 2,000 to 20,000 miles are listed anywhere from $66,500 up to nearly $75,000. Even cars with 30,000 miles are hanging out in the low $60,000s. Clearly, buyers are happy to shell out for clean, well-documented examples.
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This Copperhead Edition cranks up the appeal thanks to its rarity. Earlier this year, a different 2005 Copperhead with about 21,000 miles hit a high bid of $47,500 and still didn’t sell. With just 8,000 miles, rare factory paint, and a fat stack of service records, this one could easily spark a bidding war as the auction heats up.
Condition and Details
The Copperhead Edition isn’t about extra horsepower – it’s all about the spec. That wild Copperhead Orange Satin paint is exclusive to these cars, and inside you get black leather, microsuede seat inserts, and Viper logos stitched right in. There’s even a numbered plaque on the center console, marking this one as No. 164 out of 300.
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Under the hood sits Dodge’s legendary 8.3-liter V10, good for 500 horsepower and 525 lb-ft of torque. All that grunt goes to the rear wheels through a Tremec six-speed manual and a limited-slip diff. You also get HID headlights, side-exit exhausts, a black soft top, staggered five-spoke wheels (18-inch up front, 19-inch out back), air conditioning, and even an in-dash CD changer for that proper 2000s vibe.
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Even with the low miles, this Viper hasn’t just been a garage queen. Service records show fresh fuel injectors and a new rear main seal in 2021, oil cooler lines swapped in 2023, new trunk struts and a battery in 2025. The V10 now sings through a Corsa exhaust with Belanger high-flow cats, but the original exhaust comes with the sale if you want to keep things stock.
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The Offer
| Specification | Detail |
| Make | Dodge |
| Model | Viper SRT-10 Roadster (Copperhead Edition) |
| Year | 2005 |
| Mileage | 8,000 miles |
| Engine | 8.3-liter naturally aspirated V10 |
| Power | 500 horsepower / 525 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Tremec six-speed manual |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel drive with limited-slip differential |
| Exterior Color | Copperhead Orange Satin |
| Interior Color | Black leather with microsuede |
| Edition | Copperhead Edition (#164 of 300 built) |
| Wheels | 18-inch front / 19-inch rear Copperhead five-spoke alloys |
Interested in this 2005 Dodge Viper SRT-10 Roadster Copperhead Edition? View the listing here.
What Makes the 2005 Dodge Viper SRT-10 Roadster Copperhead Edition Unique
The third-gen Viper was a big leap for Dodge’s wildest sports car. It got a stiffer chassis, better suspension, improved brakes, and a touch more refinement – but kept the recipe everyone loves: a huge naturally aspirated V10, rear-wheel drive, and a manual gearbox with zero electronic nannies getting in the way.
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The Copperhead Edition is one of the rarest factory Gen III Vipers out there. Only 300 got the Copperhead Orange Satin treatment, making these cars stand out even in a crowd of Vipers. That mix of rarity, unique spec, and low production has turned Copperheads into some of the most wanted ZB I roadsters around.
Final Thoughts
This Copperhead Edition ticks all the right boxes for collectors: low miles, rare factory spec, full maintenance history, and a clean record. Plus, it still has the original drivetrain that made the Gen III Viper a legend.
Bidding is still early at $22,000, so there’s plenty of time for this special-edition Viper to climb. With Gen III Vipers heating up, this is definitely a listing to keep an eye on as the auction winds down.
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Jacob Oliva
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