Mopar Boy’s Adolescent Dreams Come True, Minus Juan Manuel Fangio |
 
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Posted on August 12, 2010
While we weren’t able to catch up with him ourselves (what with battling the heatstroke and whatnot), we’ve been told that amongst the attendees at the All-Chrysler Nationals this year were Bernie & Robert Schwarzli. We would have loved the chance to press palms with one of the most inspirational owners in the industry, but time just wasn’t on our side. Fortunately, we know a few people that did get a chance to meet Robert (and his dad): the camera crews at this year’s Viper Invades Niagara Falls. On hand to document the exciting event, the crew met up with the Schwarzli’s and got a behind-the-scenes glimpse at what drives this infamous Mopar Boy – both literally and figuratively.
Hailing from Ontario, Canada, this father-son duo is well known throughout the Mopar community thanks to 24-year-old Robert’s unfailing love for the Dodge Viper. According to Robert, the Viper first bit at the tender age of 12 when he decided that one day, he would own one. Today, he’s one of the youngest “self-made” Viper owners on the planet and he and his father, Bernie, have become fixtures at all the Mopar meet-ups. Check out the video above to hear the story for yourself, and be sure to keep an eye on the 1:03 mark.
Aug 13, 2010 @ 08:59:24
I’m in the exact same situation, I’m 20 and the Viper has been my dream car since I was 11. Currently saving up to get one imported overseas, hopefully within the next few years
Nov 15, 2010 @ 16:41:28
Hey Ralph. I have a very nice suggestion. When building the next generation Viper make sure you guys keep the side exhaust. I don’t care if it burns someones leg off. No matter how many complaints you get, keep the side exhaust.
Because a Viper isn’t a Viper without side exhaust.
Nov 17, 2010 @ 14:27:38
This caravan would come to Brazil. It would be a dream come true for me that I am the biggest fan and collector scale of the Vipers in Brazil : )
Luis Felipy
Santos – SP