| Production | 1997–2000 |
|---|---|
| Engine | 5.7 L GM LS1 V8 |
| Curb weight | 2773 lb (1258 kg) |
1997 brought another change to the Intruder — a radical, V-shaped split windshield that reduced drag but cut visibility. The Intruder was renamed Raptor, and emerged victorious in the 1997 and 1999 One Lap of America events.
The same car that won the 1996 One Lap event went on to win the 1997 challenge as a Raptor. This car was also tested by Car and Driver in 1998. In their tests, the car weighed 2773 lb (1258 kg) and boasted 446 hp (333 kW) at 5800 rpm and 429 ft·lbf (582 N·m) at 5000 rpm. The 383 in³ (6.3 L) Small-Block V8 was another Lingenfelter special, and the five-speed transaxle came from a Porsche 911 Turbo.
The interior continued to be a mixed bag. The steering wheel came from a Chrysler minivan, while the rest of the gauges were custom. The split windshield caused visibility problems and blocked some of the air vents.
The tested performance of the car included a 3.9 second run to 60 mph (97 km/h) and a 12.3 second and 115 mph (185 km/h) sprint through the quarter mile. Top speed was 163 mph (262 km/h), limited by drag. However, this was a development prototype and the engine was not yet performing correctly.
List price for the Raptor was $157,980 in 1998.
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