In 2009, Chevrolet revived the ZR1 nameplate after a 14-year hiatus, marking the most powerful Corvette ever built and the most expensive GM car at the time, with a $106,000 price tag. Its performance figures were exceptional: 0–60 MPH in 3.3 seconds, a quarter mile in 11.2 seconds at 130 MPH, and a governed top speed of 200 MPH.
Power came from the hand-built LS9 engine—a 6.2L supercharged V8 generating 638 horsepower, visible through a polycarbonate window in the carbon-fiber hood. A heavy-duty 6-speed manual and twin-disc clutch sent power to a 3.42:1 Positraction rear end. Based on the Z06’s aluminum chassis, it featured Magnetic Ride Control, 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 2 tires, and Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes.
This example currently listed on Bring a Trailer is one of just 806 ZR1s built for the 2011 model year. Finished in Jetstream Blue with an exposed carbon-fiber roof, xenon headlights, polished quad exhaust tips, and a clear engine cover. It also features an aftermarket carbon-fiber rear wing and exterior carbon-look accents.
Inside, power-adjustable Ebony leather seats with ZR1 embroidery are complemented by carbon-look interior trim. Equipped with the 3ZR Premium Equipment Group, it includes heated seats with memory, a power-adjustable steering column, a Bose sound system, navigation, and a CD stereo. Other features include a head-up display, Keyless Access, push-button start, cruise control, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
Source: Bring a Trailer
