ViperExchange.com Partnership
ViperExchange.com is a cornerstone partner of Ben Keating Racing, supporting the team's Dodge Viper GT3-R program. The partnership connects the racing effort with a dedicated community of Viper enthusiasts and provides resources for those interested in the Viper platform.
Ben Keating purchased the first 2014 Viper GT3-R produced, underscoring the team's deep commitment to the Viper racing platform. The No. 33 ViperExchange.com / Riley Motorsports Dodge Viper GT3-R has competed at the highest levels of North American sports car racing, including the IMSA TUDOR United SportsCar Championship and the Rolex 24 At Daytona.
The partnership between Ben Keating Racing and ViperExchange.com represents a natural alignment of passion and purpose within the Dodge Viper community. ViperExchange.com serves as a dedicated resource connecting enthusiasts to the Viper platform, and its support of the racing team reinforces a shared commitment to keeping the Viper spirit alive on track. Ben Keating's decision to acquire the first production 2014 Viper GT3-R speaks to a longstanding dedication that goes beyond competition. This collaboration provides the team with a strong foundation of enthusiast backing and technical knowledge, helping to sustain the Viper's presence in professional motorsports long after its production ended.
The No. 33 ViperExchange.com Dodge Viper GT3-R, fielded in partnership with Riley Motorsports, has become a familiar sight in North American endurance racing. Competing in the IMSA TUDOR United SportsCar Championship, the team has taken on some of the most demanding circuits on the calendar, including the Rolex 24 at Daytona and the Twelve Hours of Sebring. The bright Viper has battled in the GT Daytona class against a competitive field of international manufacturers. Through hard-fought seasons, the team has demonstrated consistency, resilience, and a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in the fiercely competitive world of GT racing.
Ben Keating Racing has built a reputation around its grassroots approach to professional motorsports, rooted in a genuine love for the Viper platform. The team's efforts have helped keep the Viper relevant and competitive in an era dominated by newer GT machinery. With a dedicated crew and a rotation of talented co-drivers, the program has achieved significant results, including class wins and podium finishes at major endurance events. The team's presence at the track is a testament to the hard work of a small, tight-knit group of individuals who share a common goal: to honor the Viper legacy through hard racing and sportsmanship.
The Viper GT3-R Program
The Dodge Viper GT3-R represents the pinnacle of Viper competition machinery. Built to FIA GT3 specifications, the car has proven itself in endurance racing with victories at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (July 14, 2014) and Circuit of The Americas (September 21, 2014), as well as the 2015 Rolex Tudor 24 Hours overall win.
No. 33 Viper GT3-R
The primary team entry, campaigned by Ben Keating and Jeroen Bleekemolen in IMSA competition.
No. 93 Viper
Raced by Ben Keating in its class at the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona, adding to the team's Viper legacy.
Program Highlights
- First Viper GT3-R victory in IMSA TUDOR Championship history — Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, July 14, 2014
- Lone Star Le Mans winner at Circuit of The Americas, September 21, 2014
- 2015 Rolex Tudor 24 Hours class victory
- Ben Keating — two-time SRT Viper Cup Series champion
- First 2014 Viper GT3-R produced, purchased by Ben Keating