Have you ever desired both a Viper and a Corvette but only had space for one vehicle? | Carscoops

      Who would have thought that the third-generation Corvette could serve as a suitable donor for a Viper replica?

      Just 14 hours ago,

      by Stephen Rivers

      The 1982 Corviperette merges a C3 with a first-generation Viper using fiberglass panels.

      Equipped with a 5.7-liter V8, this hybrid still operates well, clocking 71,000 miles.

      For what it’s worth, it’s more affordable than purchasing both a Corvette and a Viper separately.

      What do you get when a Corvette and a Viper produce an unusual fiberglass creation? The “Corviperette,” naturally. Facebook Marketplace reigns supreme for automotive fantasies, and now and then, a unique offering appears to remind us of the eccentricities of car culture. Enter the 1982 “Corviperette.” Yes, that’s indeed its name, and it’s just as peculiar as it sounds.

      At first glance, one might mistake it for a flawed rendering of a Dodge Viper created by AI. However, beneath the first-gen Viper façade lies a 1982 C3 Corvette. It features a 5.7-liter ‘Cross-Fire’ V8, a digital dashboard that evokes the Atari era, and what the seller describes as “max parking lot chaos.”

      According to the advertisement, this yellow-and-black hybrid has only 71,000 miles and operates smoothly, driving and turning heads as if auditioning for a Knight Rider reboot. While the automatic transmission may not appeal to enthusiasts, it does open up the audience to anyone who can drive legally. Additionally, the real side pipes ensure everyone within a three-block radius knows you’ve arrived (regardless of whether they wanted to).

      Is this a tasteful build? That’s up for debate. The seller insists it’s not a “kit car hack job,” and surprisingly, the proportions are better than one might anticipate. The Viper-inspired fiberglass panels are fairly well-shaped, and the overall execution? Unexpectedly decent. It’s like fan fiction made real—somewhat odd, but the dedication is commendable.

      With a price tag of $16,500, it’s not cheap, but it's certainly more affordable than acquiring both a Corvette and a Viper separately. Plus, think about the conversations at gas stations, the bewildered double-takes, and the teens asking for TikToks. That type of attention is priceless. As the seller puts it: “Ever wanted a Viper and a Corvette but only had one parking spot? Boom.” Honestly, it couldn’t be phrased better.

      Interestingly, they also highlight ‘no trades’ unless you have something equally outrageous. So, if you’ve been hoarding a lifted Miata with tank tracks or perhaps this quirky Lexus-Toyota hybrid we discovered in Indonesia, you’ll need to purchase the Corviperette outright.

      Feeling adventurous? You can find the listing on Facebook right here.

      Credit: Dustin Campbell