SRT has officially announced that two factory-supported Viper GTS-Rs will be competing in the LM GTE Pro class at this year's 24 Hours of Le Mans, marking the return of the brand to one of the most prestigious automobile endurance races in the world.
Developed in collaboration with Riley Technologies, the model will attempt to recreate its past glory. Between 1998 and 2000, the Viper team finished first and second in GTS class for three consecutive years.
"Racing is truly a part of the illustrious history of Viper and a proving ground for the SRT brand," said Ralph Gilles, President and CEO, Chrysler Group LLC. "Historically the Viper GTS-R has enjoyed great success at Le Mans, so we couldn’t be more excited and proud to accept the challenge to return to France and continue composing the next chapter in the history of Viper racing at such an historic venue."
The 2013 24 Hours of Le Mans will take place in France on June 22 to 23.
