ZR1 redux

[Aurora40]

Originally Posted by Jayhawker

Ya there is, it's called boost.

The 2009 ZR1 has boost.

[grease]

Originally Posted by Aurora40

The 2009 ZR1 has boost.

That would be what the supercharger does

[David Fermani]

Originally Posted by Aurora40

Of course the ZR1 is bigger money, but they are also trying to keep it light. I guess we'll see if buyers are turned off by the interior or really don't care about stuff like that. I suspect with 700+ hp only a pulley swap away, most buyers won't care much about the interior.

I'm sure they won't be turned off if they add a set of drag radials and go high 9's all day long either!!! If this car can hook, look the hell out.

[paul34]

Originally Posted by Danase

The only thing I wish GM would do is make their interior scream $100K car. I still hate the interior on these things. Too plain for my taste and I'd like to see at least a momo style steering wheel.

Put I do like the car.

However, for the price I think I would of liked to have a Ford GT better.

Agreed. However, the interior is not as bad as it can be - ever driven a Dodge Viper? My goodness

I agree about the Ford GT - would much rather have it. Hell, even Jeremy Clarkson, the epitome of American car bashers, loves the GT. The interior is great as well (although I haven't had the privilege of seeing one in person, let alone drive one).

[David Fermani]

For a $100K car that competes (beats) with cars 2-3 times it's cost, I'd be willing to sacrifice some looks on the interior. It's a sports car after all, which means it's main purpose for being built is speed & performance. How can someone have a legitimate complaint when their spending that much and getting that much raw power in that league of sportscar?

I don't remember the interior (or the exterior for that matter) on a Ford GT jumping out at me either.

[96dcmss]

Originally Posted by blkZ28Conv

..but way ahead of any of it's competition. (Personal experience demonstrates the 450+hp will delivered 23-27 mpg. Yes, Scott the best of both worlds - Honda mileage if desired or 0-60 in 3.6 with 1-2 mpg. )


Porsche tried to change their formula for success with the introduction of the 928 and 924/944 series in the 80's. Thankfully, they realized the mistake and return to their original plan and have not diverge from this path (excluding SUV) since.

I see no reason for GM to follow the beat of another drummer when their present plan is true to their past and success.

Guys you must have forgotten about the original C4 ZR-1, which had the LT-5.....The LT-5 infact, had DOHC. Only 375HP, which for the mid 90s was very impressive. Lotus actually designed the engine. Pushrods FTW!

[PrinzII]

Originally Posted by David Fermani

For a $100K car that competes (beats) with cars 2-3 times it's cost, I'd be willing to sacrifice some looks on the interior. It's a sports car after all, which means it's main purpose for being built is speed & performance. How can someone have a legitimate complaint when their spending that much and getting that much raw power in that league of sportscar?

I don't remember the interior (or the exterior for that matter) on a Ford GT jumping out at me either.

Heck, the Viper's interior isn't exactly winning awards, either.

[Jayhawker]

Originally Posted by Aurora40

Yeah, I wish they could be more high tech like Ferrari or something. It's better to have 480hp and 16mpg economy than 505hp and 25mpg economy. I'm sure Chevy is embarrassed by that.

That's like me saying my Hybrid really gets 49 MPG!

[Jayhawker]

Maybe with the new laws placed (read the link below) GM might start really thinking about smaller displacements with boost. Don't get me wrong, I think the Vette is an awesome car, but GM needs to start looking ahead...

New Corvette could mark end for Detroit muscle cars - Kalamazoo Gazette - MLive.com

[Aurora40]

Originally Posted by 96dcmss

Guys you must have forgotten about the original C4 ZR-1, which had the LT-5.....The LT-5 infact, had DOHC. Only 375HP, which for the mid 90s was very impressive. Lotus actually designed the engine. Pushrods FTW!

I absolutely promise you I haven't forgotten about that car. I have a constant reminder sitting right there in the garage:





FYI, it is not the original ZR-1. In 1970 to 1972, there was a ZR1 option on Corvette, a high-performance package that included the LT1 engine, heavy duty M22 tranny, HD brakes, suspension, etc.

[Aurora40]

Originally Posted by Jayhawker

That's like me saying my Hybrid really gets 49 MPG!

I have no idea what you are trying to say

[David Fermani]

Originally Posted by Aurora40

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FYI, it is not the original ZR-1.

Looks like a 1990 ZR-1 to me? Wide wheels / rockers...

Were the 3rd brake lights built into the bumper on 90 ZR-1's or on the roof? How else can you tell from your pic?