looking to purchase my 1st ZR1

[brodykelly]

i have been saving for a couple of years now and am hoping i can find a zr1,i like all colors but not black, if anyone has on knows of a zr1 with 50k miles or less in great shape please let me know i can afford around 20k give or take 2k, i'm in danville, il and would like to see it first if possible, i have got burnt the last 2x i traveled far to see them the owners said they were perfect and his perfect and my perfect were way off, anyway just looking for a bone stock, clean int, unstained lt5 that someone knows the history of any input greatly appreciated, thanks again brody p. 2174317008

[Z Factor]

Hello, and welcome to the forum Brody. :handshak:

Along with posting here you might want to try looking in the For Sale section of the ZR-1 Net Registry.

http://www.zr1netregistry.com/ZR1_sale.htm

If you do find one you are interested in, just request that one of us in the same area it is located in take a look at it for you. That way you can avoid a costly trip only to wind up disappointed.

:cheers:

[brodykelly]

is there anyone in dallas tx area that can look at 91 zr1 wht/grey 38.5k miles that is listed in this forums for sale section under owner name Zach justed talked to him, told him i was looking at finding someone in area to get 2nd opinion, any input appreciated, sounds good by his description, paint 9 out 0f 10, no stains on engine, minor wear drivers seat all other int excellant, 1 top, 80% left on tires, no window sticker or kit, needs stereo and shock actuator, thanks brody p.

[Z Factor]

There are plenty of ZR-1 owners in Texas, and some near Dallas so hopefully they will offer to help you out. Another alternative is to have it looked at by a local dealership for a 1 hour inspection. Granted it would be nice to find one with a certified ZR-1/LT5 mechanic, but most of the systems, and the overall condition of the car can be checked out by whoever works on the corvettes there. That is exactly how I had my ZR-1 checked out before I flew out to California. I paid for a 1 hour inspection with a credit card over the phone and got a detailed report.

:cheers:

[91King]

Hey brodykelly

Where is this gentleman located? If he is a reasonable distance from me I could look at it tomorrow.

[WB9MCW]

good luck BK it will look great to have u put another pin on Illinois for the ZR-1 owners map locator we have going!!!

[brodykelly]

91king thanks for the offer the only info i have is he is in dallas, his name is Zach and his number is 9728985643 if you can help me out i'd be greatful,my number is 2174317008 call me collect if you want to to let me know he is to far or you can swing by and check it out for me thanks brody p.

[David Hill]

I have 1990, #2940, white/red, approx 2,500 miles, Alabama car, if you are still looking for one.

[brodykelly]

still looking please send more info, prices and pics thanks in advance brody p.

[tomcat]

Hello,
Check this ZR1 out on ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ESTATE-SALE-OneOwner-30kmiCalifornia-1991-Corvette-ZR-1_W0QQitemZ140001036745QQihZ004QQcategoryZ6168QQss PageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Tomcat

[WB9MCW]

WOW The founder of Thrasher Mag's ZR-1! The Z 4sale on e-bay that is!

http://www.friedmanarchives.com/Skateboarding/images/Jeff%20Ferris%20Thrasher%20cover%208x10%20300%20dp i%20DHA0057.jpg

FAUSTO VITELLO - R.I.P.
8/23/1946-4/22/2006



My father came to this country as a youngster, his family escaping the political terror in their native Argentina. He didn�t speak a lick of English. Some of you understand what it�s like to be the "new kid" in town, thus understanding that his assimilation was not easy. Nevertheless, he taught himself to speak our language by listening to the radio broadcasts of the San Francisco Giants. I�m assuming that once he got a firm grip of the American tongue, he began his rapid development, becoming the brilliant, passionate, and popular person many of you came to love and hate.

At home in The City, he juggled a rocky relationship with his own father. Though they both deeply loved each other, they often fought, and would painfully sustain periods of time without speaking to one another. It was during one of these disputes that his father died of a heart attack. Fausto was 24 years old.

Fausto had to step up and take care of the family. It was also around this time that he would meet the love of his life, my mother, while they both attended classes at San Francisco State University. He worked at a bar, he was a florist, a mechanic, and owned his own bicycle store. None of you probably knew that, because Fausto became �The Don� the day he discovered skateboarding. He loved sports, but skateboarding loved him. No rules, no uniforms, no censorship. He could say �**** you�, smoke a joint, and crack a brew. Pops could party.

He was skateboarding�s saving grace. When the industry was in the gutter, he gave it mouth to mouth. When corporate types tried to step, he remained independent. He did it all- publish, promote, market, and to top it off, he was a manufacturer. No made in china crap, he and his partner Eric did it all here in the ghetto of Hunter�s Point, USA. This legacy will never be broken. Made in America motherfuckers!

Yesterday, April 22nd, 2006, I received a phone call from my mom while I was out skating with the homies. My father, my one and only hero, had died of a heart attack. He was riding his bicycle with his best friend, Lin Ho, when his heart stopped beating. I sped to the hospital to say my final goodbye. Entering the Emergency Room, I still grasped some ignorant fraction of hope that he could be brought back. However, that would be shattered as I entered his room, struck by the sight of my poor mother, kissing his lifeless face, running her fingers through his hair, and whispering into his ear, �My baby, my baby. Fausto, I love you so much. I�ll always love you.� I rushed to my mom�s side, kissing her, then throwing myself onto my father. I�d been robbed of my greatest source of happiness.

As I sit here today, the morning after, struggling to put pen to the paper, I realize that I may live for myself, but I lived for him. All I ever wanted in life was his approval, that Fausto stamp. Hearing him tell me he was proud of me gave me the greatest feeling of child-like bliss. I love you dad. Forever. I still have so much to prove to you. I�m in it until the wheels fall off�
SKATE AND DESTROY



From a broken heart,
Tony Vitello
April 23, 2006


http://secure.thrashermagazine.com/index.php?SCREEN=article_faustoRIP
click on above to go to the article

I THINK THAT THERE ARE A LOT MORE FAMOUS PEOPLE THAT MAY OWN ZR-1'S THAN WE REALISE!!!

4 EXAMPLE DID YA KNOW....

http://www.corvettevalley.com/gallery/data/520/nugentcorvette_ZR-1.jpg

DA "NUGE"...TED NUGENT.....MOTOR CITY MADMAN....and nimrod!:thumbsup:

[brodykelly]

thanks for keeping me in mind, yes i'm still looking for a nice ZR1, have not found that special one yet but look every day, that's a sad story on the thrasher mag guy, his zr1 looks nice and i'm keeping an eye on it and a few others, to david hill thanks for the replies on your Z although it's out of my price range, but it sounds like my dream car colors especially i love white but to much for me my wife is still stuck on the 20k price range thanks again to all i will have a z very soon i hope brody p.

[rkreigh]

you should have no trouble finding a cherry early zr1 in the 20 and under range.

but you may have to travel and keep looking until you find the right car.

there was a really nice 94 black (high miles, 94k) with a buy it now of 19k

looked to be in excellent condition and don't let a few miles scare you. the lt5 with the 6 spd with last a very long time.

I have just under 55k miles on my LSV, which might be the "high mile champ" for a stroker ZR1 :mrgreen:

[Jim Jones]

brodykelly, I got my 90 for $19k a year and a half ago. It had 55k on the clock then. It was definitely a driver because there were a few scratches here and there. The driver and passenger seat have been swapped. I know this because the passenger seat has the tell tale wear signs on the left side. I didn't buy it to be a show car, although I have put it in a few local shows not expecting it to win, just because it's rare and unique and I always spend hours talking to people about it (which I love).

Bottom line, the cars are out there but they usually seem to be either low miles/high price or higher miles/affordable price. I drove seven hours to pick mine up and drive it home. You won't be disappointed.

I'd get a second job before I'll sell my Z!

Jim

[brodykelly]

thanks for the reply that sounds like the deal i would like to find a Z with around 50k miles not perfect paint but close to it, nice clean interior and preferably any color but black or red although i wouldn't pass on a good deal on these colors all for around 18-20k probably sounds like everyone elses dream too but i will find that perfect Z if i wait for it that is.... brody

[WB9MCW]

Keep the faith BK you will find your ZR-1 it is out there somewhere! And then you can drive up to Chi-town and show it to me some time! BTW a good fireman friend of mine is moving to D'ville now so perhaps it will be I to visit you!

[guinnessdood]

thanks for the reply that sounds like the deal i would like to find a Z with around 50k miles not perfect paint but close to it, nice clean interior and preferably any color but black or red although i wouldn't pass on a good deal on these colors all for around 18-20k probably sounds like everyone elses dream too but i will find that perfect Z if i wait for it that is.... brody
That car of Steve Capadannos in MA is really nice. It is a GS clone (paint)...but it is a kick in the *** (435 RWHP)... Nice Car! There are several nice ones on the Net Registry For Sale section...

[FU]

Hello,
Check this ZR1 out on ebay.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ESTATE-SALE-OneOwner-30kmiCalifornia-1991-Corvette-ZR-1_W0QQitemZ140001036745QQihZ004QQcategoryZ6168QQss PageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Tomcat

Looks like a nice deal if the price holds :thumbsup:

[WB9MCW]

C Tusser got one hell of a deal on theat ZR-1 plus the "Thrasher ownership" extra too boot! great deal a 21.6k!!!