The heart of a fourth-generation Dodge Viper SRT-10 has made its way to the auction block, and it’s not attached to a car. One of the legendary 8.4-liter (512 cubic-inch) naturally aspirated V10 crate engines has surfaced for sale, still sitting in its original shipping crate. This particular motor, once stored away at Gandrud Chrysler Dodge Jeep® Ram in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is now being offered on BringATrailer.com with no reserve.
Under the skin, this Gen4 ZB II Viper engine was factory-rated at an impressive 600 horsepower and 560 lb-ft of torque. The aluminum block and heads keep the weight down to around 650 pounds, while advanced features for its time, such as variable valve timing and dual throttle bodies, gave the V10 a sharper edge compared to its predecessors. Each bright red valve cover wears the iconic Viper script, and a silver-finished intake manifold crowns the beast with ten individual runners feeding all cylinders.
The crate motor comes complete with several factory-installed accessories. Buyers will find an alternator, flywheel, exhaust manifolds, oil pan, ignition components, and even the serpentine belt already in place. Details like the Mobil 1-branded oil cap show Chrysler’s attention to presentation on these specialty pieces. An assembly tag reveals part number 5038516AA and confirms a 2010 production date.
For builders, collectors, or hardcore Mopar fans, opportunities like this don’t come around often. Whether destined for a custom build, a restomod project, or simply as a display centerpiece, this Viper V10 offers the kind of brute force and uniqueness that made the nameplate a modern American legend.
With no reserve, the bidding is expected to be competitive. The auction wraps up Monday, September 29 at 2:40 p.m. EDT. For anyone who has dreamed of owning the snarling soul of a Viper, this might be the chance to grab it before it’s gone.
