Chevy's engineers, armed with a pre-production ZR1 and its 1,064bhp V8, toured circuits like Watkins Glen, Road America, Road Atlanta, and Virginia International Raceway. Along the way, they set five new production car lap records, showcasing the ZR1's exceptional capabilities.
- Drivers: Bill Wise, Brian Wallace, Chris Barber, and Aaron Link
- Vehicle Setup: Equipped with the 'ZTK' track pack, featuring:
- High-downforce rear wing
- Stiffer springs
- Stickier Michelin Cup 2R tires
- Experience: A collective 65 years as GM Level 6 drivers
- Watkins Glen's Long Course: 1m 52.7s by Bill Wise
- Road America: 2m 08.6s by Brian Wallace
- Road Atlanta: 1m 22.8s by Chris Barber
- Virginia International Raceway:
- Full Course: 1m 47.7s by Aaron Link
- Grand Course: 2m 32.3s by Aaron Link
Despite being driven by seasoned professionals, Chevy reassures that anyone can harness the ZR1's prowess. Chevy stated, "With different individuals and driving styles, these lap times highlight the car's engineering excellence." The ZR1's 1,064 horsepower ensures that even non-professionals can experience high performance.
Chevrolet offers the ZR1 coupe at $174,995 and the convertible at $184,995. It's a bargain for raw power that rivals cars costing twice as much. Where would you take the ZR1 on your own road trip?
Chevrolet's Corvette ZR1, boasting a staggering 1,064bhp, showcased its track prowess by shattering lap records across various American circuits. With its advanced engineering, the ZR1 offers high performance that's attainable for enthusiasts and professionals alike.
