Automotive News, Media & Press - Here it is....the ZR1.

http://jalopnik.com/cars/detroit-auto-show/2009-chevrolet-corvette-zr1-revealed-officially-334923.php

I like! Just wish the wheels weren't so "bling".

http://jalopnik.com/cars/detroit-auto-show/2009-chevrolet-corvette-zr1-revealed-officially-334923.php

I like! Just wish the wheels weren't so "bling".

:jest: I just posted a link to it in my other thread

http://jalopnik.com/cars/detroit-auto-show/2009-chevrolet-corvette-zr1-revealed-officially-334923.php

I like! Just wish the wheels weren't so "bling".

i think those wheels look amazing on there, not the typical 5 spoke (style) wheels ya know? oh well to each his own

i think those wheels look amazing on there, not the typical 5 spoke (style) wheels ya know? oh well to each his own

Here's some better ones:devil:
http://www.digitalcorvettes.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91780

AWWWWWWWWWWWWWW.... glad to see they did try to visually distinguish it from the Zo6.... those are some big brakes!!!

Article: http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupes/112_0802_2009_chevrolet_corvette_zr1_first_look

More Pics:http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupes/112_0802_2009_chevrolet_corvette_zr1_first_look/photo_02.html

http://images.motortrend.com/features/auto_news/2008/112_0802_02z+2009_chevrolet_corvette_ZR1+side_view .jpg

http://images.motortrend.com/features/auto_news/2008/112_0802_20z+2009_chevrolet_corvette_ZR1+superchar ged_hood_bulge.jpg

my personal fav...
http://images.motortrend.com/features/auto_news/2008/112_0802_34z+2009_chevrolet_corvette_ZR1+superchar ger_rotors_photo.jpg

Is the curb weight they listed correct? I was expecting a weight closer to 3100 lbs or so...

"Attached to the crankshaft is a set of titanium connecting rods and forged aluminum pistons, which, when combined with the cylinder heads, delivers a 9.1:1 compression ratio. This combination is extremely durable and lightweight, enabling the LS9’s high-rpm capability."

ladies and gents we finally have a fully forged FI motor:D

Good god almighty. That mofo is SIIIIIIIIIIIIICK. I like EVERYTHING about it.

My New Desktop...

http://images.leftlanenews.com/content/december2007/chevrolet-corvette-zr1-40.jpg

Hey I did pretty good with my Photoshopped ZR1 a while back in September, take a look at post 20 as it shows the side scoops I did, that ain't to bad.
http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=769761&highlight=

All I gotta say say is "Look out, ...um, EVERYTHING!"

Love the engine, love the brakes, love the BBV on the lid.

Any other BBV markings on it?

Other than that...it is fugly. Looks like pure rice...a bunch of fan boys must have designed it.

This thing is seriously ugly...yuck. I always love the classic sports car looks on Vettes...this one does not look like a Vette.

The C6Z is still king of the world in my heart!!!

W

I think I'd take a color other than Blue (blue is my favorite color, that one is a little too light for my tastes), but still a baddass car!! Looks like the GTR is gonna be old news really quick!

Love the engine, love the brakes, love the BBV on the lid.

Any other BBV markings on it?

Other than that...it is fugly. Looks like pure rice...a bunch of fan boys must have designed it.

This thing is seriously ugly...yuck. I always love the classic sports car looks on Vettes...this one does not look like a Vette.

The C6Z is still king of the world in my heart!!!

W


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Looks like a race car to me, which is what the rice burners were impersonating in the first place.

I LOVE THIS CAR. THE SCOOPS MAKE MY PANTS HAPPY.

My New Desktop...

http://images.leftlanenews.com/content/december2007/chevrolet-corvette-zr1-40.jpg

That...is sex on wheels. Idk about the blue, and I thought I didn't like the rims until I saw this pic...freakin perfect, every detail. And I normally don't really like vette's.

I don't care for the clear hood or CF roof (show car yes, production no) . THe blue is a little light IMO. The black is pure sex on wheels. Like the post above, the wheels look great on the black ZR1.

Has anybody heard of a price yet?

Awesome, simply awesome!

http://www.motor-zone.ro/forum/images/smilies/forum/jawdrop.gifhttp://www.motor-zone.ro/forum/images/smilies/forum/jawdrop.gif

BADASS!!! I will have one before i die. I swear that on my life!!

Now I can only hope the Camaro will get a "forged" LS8 at some point in the first 4-5yrs.

My New Desktop...

http://images.leftlanenews.com/content/december2007/chevrolet-corvette-zr1-40.jpg

Love it!

"Looks like a race car to me, which is what the rice burners were impersonating in the first place."

Good point...but I always liked the smooth sexy lines of the Vette.

W

"Looks like a race car to me, which is what the rice burners were impersonating in the first place."

Good point...but I always liked the smooth sexy lines of the Vette.

W

True. I personally miss the lines of the C5....so smooth and low and curvy...

:drool::hail:

I want those wheels/motor/CF roof in a 07 z06. Not feeling the crazy ass side vents.

This is the reason I grew up loving Corvettes. THEY NEVER LET ME DOWN !!
:hail::hail::hail: Ouch on the 6 figure price tag...but if the lottery comes my way I will have one :D

Is it just me or does that so called black look like gray? BADASS car though.:hump:
GM, IMO should have just topped it off and put the supercharger on the LS7 in stead of the 6.2. Hopefully thats the next step up.

^^ Cylinder walls were too thin. That's why they went with a reinforced sleeved LS3. It says so in the article.

Oh and i thought it was grey the whole time. hahaha

that thing looks pure evil! :drool:

i like the blue. reminds me of 99's BBM

Is it just me or does that so called black look like gray? BADASS car though.:hump:
GM, IMO should have just topped it off and put the supercharger on the LS7 in stead of the 6.2. Hopefully thats the next step up.

It is a gray. Also in one of the digitalcorvettes.com threads it says that it makes 320 lb. ft. at 1,000 RPM:devil: here's the thread:
http://www.digitalcorvettes.com/forums/showthread.php?t=91791

Links to the official GM Press Releases:

http://media.gm.com/us/gm/en/news/events/autoshows/08naias/brands/chevrolet/index.html

Press releases include:
Overview, Chassis & Ride, Design, History, Powertrain, and Specifications :cool:

Quick Data:
6.2L Supercharged LS9 V8 - 620hp/595tq
Curb Weight 3350lbs
Estimated MSRP: $100,000

Hi-Resolution Photo links:

LS9 Photos:
http://media.gm.com/us/powertrain/en/photos/f_actual/09ls9.html

2009 Corvette ZR1 Photos:
http://gm.wieck.com/forms/gm/*query?09corvettezr1&sort=&source=all

:thumb:

Looks like there is a black and a grey in the "black" pics.

W

Wish it had bimodal exhaust.

W

I just came.

In addition to the exterior cues and powertrain, ZR1 models will be distinguished from other Corvette models by their VIN. Each will carry a unique, identifying VIN digit, as well as a sequential build number. This makes it easy to determine the build number of a specific car – information treasured by enthusiasts and collectors. For example, a ZR1 with a VIN ending in “0150” would indicate it is the 150 th ZR1 built for the model year.

That's pretty cool. I love this car, I wish I could afford one.

Wow i don't think i'll be able to go to sleep now, I NEED ONE!
-Joel

Wow i don't think i'll be able to go to sleep now, I NEED ONE!
-Joel

**I also think Jake(BBV logo) looks killer on that car!**

Links to the official GM Press Releases:

http://media.gm.com/us/gm/en/news/events/autoshows/08naias/brands/chevrolet/index.html

Press releases include:
Overview, Chassis & Ride, Design, History, Powertrain, and Specifications :cool:

Quick Data:
6.2L Supercharged LS9 V8 - 620hp/595tq
Curb Weight 3350lbs
Estimated MSRP: $100,000

Hi-Resolution Photo links:

LS9 Photos:
http://media.gm.com/us/powertrain/en/photos/f_actual/09ls9.html

2009 Corvette ZR1 Photos:
http://gm.wieck.com/forms/gm/*query?09corvettezr1&sort=&source=all

:thumb:


I'm in love, I hope my wife doesn't get jealous... :D

it weighs 33XX? i thought it was to weight less than the current zo6

This puts corvette's into a new light for me, I really got tired of vette's before, they all seemed the same, then the new z06 came out and it was a beat but still...doesn't look much different beside's the big wheels, but this car is gorgeous inside and out (my new wallpaper on my desktop), and make's me wanna own a vette for the first time. Not even particularly this vette it just puts all vette's in a new light for me.

Skull (C6R logo) on the intake lid is a cool little touch.

So hot. So not affordable for most of us, which I guess is a good thing.

Magneto-rheological shocks redesigned to cope with extreme track duty and provide base coupe ride quality. When drag-strip launch detected, shocks provide zero jounce and 100-percent rebound stiffness to encourage squat and minimize wheel hop

^ That's what I'm talking about.

it weighs 33XX? i thought it was to weight less than the current zo6

That's a little hard with huge wheels, huge tires, huge brakes and a supercharger and intercooler added. All of those components add substantial weight. You'd be hard pressed to notice it with 620+ horses and the levels of grip this thing is capable of. All it needs is a pair of racing seats.

Looks like there is room for a smaller pulley ;) Anyone know the hp capabilities of the stock blower?

I cant wait until we start seeing vids of ZR1's pwning everything on streetfire. Then Vids of pullied bolt on ZR1's really laying down the law

^^ Cylinder walls were too thin. That's why they went with a reinforced sleeved LS3. It says so in the article.

Oh and i thought it was grey the whole time. hahaha

Oh. Lol maybe I should read it next time.

That thing is going to kick ass! I guess I have to change my screen name now. :nod:

it weighs 33XX? i thought it was to weight less than the current zo6

There's not much left to take out of a Z06; the floorboard is balsa wood for crying out loud!

Take the LS7, ADD a supercharger, ADD bigger wheels, ADD massive brakes, ADD new exterior aero parts....and you're at 3300+ right there.

So hot. So not affordable for most of us, which I guess is a good thing.

Magneto-rheological shocks redesigned to cope with extreme track duty and provide base coupe ride quality. When drag-strip launch detected, shocks provide zero jounce and 100-percent rebound stiffness to encourage squat and minimize wheel hop

^ That's what I'm talking about.

They need a cheaper version of this on the new Camaro, possibly with a physical on/off switch, to counter the wheel-hop brought about by the IRS. I think most of the drag guys would be happy if this were even an option, much less standard on V8s....keep your eyes peeled I say!

They should have the BBV logo on the C6Z along with the CF roof and brakes.

W

Questions...

Intake runner in cylinder head includes a port swirl wing to improve combustion. Slight restriction it causes is easily overcome with boost pressure
Anyone see any pictures of this wing or know how big it is?

the intercooler sends air from the top of the blower out sideways through separate cooling blocks for each bank.
Unlike the Magnuson S/C where the intercooler is under the S/C this time the intercooler is on top, and the air is rerouted sideways into the intake ports...but where? Can't see too well with the engine cover there, guess I'll have to wait for better engine pics to come around. Or am I reading this wrong?

They started with turbochargers for efficiency's sake, but switched to supercharging when Eaton unveiled its latest four-lobe Roots-type blower.
That would of been sick!!!! Wonder had they gone this route if they would of used VGT's?? :drool: (probably not though)

I can't wait until Top Gear gets their hands on this monster.

Do you think they'll put DoD on it?

Why put DoD on something this expensive?

W

There's not much left to take out of a Z06; the floorboard is balsa wood for crying out loud!

Take the LS7, ADD a supercharger, ADD bigger wheels, ADD massive brakes, ADD new exterior aero parts....and you're at 3300+ right there.

The plumbing, pump, and tank for the air to liquid charge cooler also add a fair amount of weight.

The plumbing, pump, and tank for the air to liquid charge cooler also add a fair amount of weight.

No excuses, dailydriver.

See, if this was built by Japanese automakers, there'd be no way it'd be this heavy... It'd be more efficient, too. ;)

No excuses, dailydriver.

See, if this was built by Japanese automakers, there'd be no way it'd be this heavy... It'd be more efficient, too. ;)

:funny: Hey, don't you be messin' with AMERICA'S sportscar!!! ;) :jest: :usa:

Nice Car.

Show them how its done GM!:usa:

I can't wait until Top Gear gets their hands on this monster.

Do you think they'll put DoD on it?I can't wait for their anti-American remarks lol but top gear is fun none the less.

So when in the hell are they supposed to release actual horsepower numbers?

Why put DoD on something this expensive?

W
Avoid the gas guzzler tax, start working toward the new CAFE requirements. I know they don't take effect until 2020, but getting a head start could put them in a very good position to be able to make minimal changes to their lineup and minimal restructuring.

I think DOD would be fine...but I really doubt that GM would do it for such a status symbol...plus DOD adds to reciprocating mass.

W

See, if this was built by Japanese automakers, there'd be no way it'd be this heavy... It'd be more efficient, too. ;)

WRONG. Just look at the new Nissan GT-R. That thing is about 3850lbs. Also the supra weights about as much as our f-bods. All cars in general are getting heavier year by year.

I think he was being sarcastic.

Ah, ok my sarcasm meter must be malfunctioning lol

someone i know is first on the waiting list at the local dealer around here...:secret2:

HP numbers? When? Anyone?

Ah, ok my sarcasm meter must be malfunctioning lol

Fix it.

FYI, when dailydriver posts in a thread, I make sure to post pro-Japan rhetoric because it thrills him.

lol...the car has minor cosmetic changes and users are calling it rice...go figure.

lol...the car has minor cosmetic changes and users are calling it rice...go figure.

That's because they're obviously, generally uptight people. :D

I dig the looks 100%.

Even though its looks are a bit subjective and weight a bit off, its a knockout from a lot of perspectives the more I think about it.

I know my old man has been pestering his preferred vette dealership over the ZR1 ever since he picked up his RFZ last spring. Kinda makes me sad how I pretty much won't be able to touch the zr1's straightline sans turbo.

Rest assured, the zr1 will definitely get the bolton treatment and driven very hard. Ill have to go and purchase a halfway decent digital camera/video camera for some runs.

Slightly related but offtopic:
How long till the LS9 becomes a crate engine? It comes with Ti rods, forged crank and forged pistons, seems stout to me.

Fix it.

FYI, when dailydriver posts in a thread, I make sure to post pro-Japan rhetoric because it thrills him.

Yup. Your sarcasm is just good natured ribbing (I hope).

Yes, I just bleed Nippon, why I even wear a rising sun kamikaze headband everywhere I go. :rotflmao: :jest: