Wanted: 93' to 95' ZR-1

[Atari_Prime]

Hello,

I am in the market for a C4 ZR-1. I would prefer a 1993 to 1995 but am willing to consider all years.

I am also willing to consider Callaway Corvettes of similar years.

I have seen several posted here and might be interested in those. It can be hard to tell what is still for sale sometimes. Feel free to send me a message and I promise I will consider it.

My ideal ZR-1 is a 93'-95'. Black, Polo Green, or Red. Saddle Interior. No modifications or at least easily restorable to factory. Under 50k miles, preferably under 30k. It doesn't have to be a perfect car, but at least show car ready.

I would prefer to avoid anything with extremely low miles. I want something I can drive once in a while without feeling guilty.

The closer to Los Angeles the better but not required. Just creates a headache to look at the car if it is not.

Price: Let's keep it fair. You know what is excessive.

Thank you for any assistance you can provide.

Atari

[WARP TEN]

My Green/Beige '95 is still available. One of the last ZR-1s produced. Here is the link to the thread in the for sale section. http://www.zr1.net/forum/showthread.php?t=24540 Many here in the ZR-1 Net Registry can and have vouched for the car. I have owned ZR-1s for most of the last 20 years and Marc Haibeck does all the work on my car. I bought it completely stock in 2012 from an owner who had it since 1999. It was originally sold in California and despite having the Haibeck 510 HP package, looks stock and I am sure Marc could returned it to completely stock and able to pass California emissions with the available takeoff parts. If you are interested, please PM, email or call. --Bob

[efnfast]

I've driven Warp Ten. Peach of a car. Certainly worth consideration.

[Atari_Prime]

Hello Warp,

It is certainly a very pretty car. As far as appearance goes it is exactly what I'm looking for.

I don't know the value if the modifications, I'm sure they are considerable. My only concern is the overall price. There are many pristine examples of 95' ZR-1s selling for under $30k and with lower miles. I think the cars are woth more but window delamination combined with the availability of parts has the market somewhat scared of ZR-1s.

It is probably a more fun car with the current setup. The mods are not something I'm looking for though. If you would be interested in discussing it without the mods we might be able to come up with something.

[mike100]

I live in North County. You are welcome to drive mine as a baseline 40k mile car if it would help you compare to other cars you might see. There is a chance I might be up at the Costa Mesa cars and coffee next Saturday. Every car is a little different and you are right about finding a driver if you want to avoid being inundated with many repairs from trying to press a garage queen back into daily service. If anything, the interiors and trim cost more to restore than the rest.

[Atari_Prime]

I test drove a really nice 1990 today. With only 15,000 miles. It has been a garage queen most of it's life. Strangely it is in worse condition than I expected. It has both tops but the liner is falling down out of the painted top. There was some clearcoat issues with the wheels. And swirl marks in the paint. Maybe it's been washed too much. And significant delamination on the windshield.

The only major concern I had was on the passenger side at the beginning of the door next to the quarter panel in front of the hood. There is a gash in the door about an eighth of an inch long and about half as deep. I didn't quite understand what was going on there but upon further inspection there is a metal shim that aligns the quarter panel and it appears as though it came loose at some point or shook loose over time and turned in a diagonal position and basically cut a groove in the door. It appears to have been doing that for a long time and no one noticed or cared.

Outside of that it is all original except for Borla exhaust and Nitto tires someone put on it. Not too happy about that.

I am currently debating whether to get the car or not. It's not my ideal year but it is a great car. I'm just not sure if I want to have to fix things as soon as I buy the car. On the upside the price is great.

Am I being too picky? Thoughts?

[efnfast]

Pickiness is price dependent.

[Atari_Prime]

You make a short but astute argument.

[mike100]

I used to worry about that stuff until I got road chips and a spot on the door. I have learned how to polish clear coat though so at least I'm rolling swirl free. Not very many cars are absolutely cherry, or without an oil leak or two. Headlines sag with age (we are talking GM headliners after all) and windshield delam is age related as well.

[XfireZ51]

Condition/mileage of the car is inversely proportional to how much fun you have driving it.

[WARP TEN]

Hello Warp,

It is certainly a very pretty car. As far as appearance goes it is exactly what I'm looking for.

I don't know the value if the modifications, I'm sure they are considerable. My only concern is the overall price. There are many pristine examples of 95' ZR-1s selling for under $30k and with lower miles. I think the cars are woth more but window delamination combined with the availability of parts has the market somewhat scared of ZR-1s.

It is probably a more fun car with the current setup. The mods are not something I'm looking for though. If you would be interested in discussing it without the mods we might be able to come up with something.

Hi Atari--
If you have seen pristine 95s with lower mileage selling for under $30k I suggest you buy one. In 2011 and 2012 I searched for almost a year to end up with my 21,000 mile '95 and even back then I was in it about $33k by the time it was shipped here and serviced to make it truly drivable. Recently a less than 6,000 mile stock '95 sold to a member in the low to mid $40s, which auction numbers seem to support, although I have seen a few sell in the $30s. It had a few issues that had to be dealt with, but overall a good condition car.

The value of modifications has two components: initial cost and value to you. If you don't want to modify your car for better performance, they have no value to you. The modifications I have include a number of bolt-ons and certain internal engine modifications. The Haibeck 350/510 HP package is well known to Net Registry members. Go to Marc Haibeck's website (http://www.zr1specialist.com/ (http://www.zr1specialist.com/) ) to understand what a 350/510 HP package consists of and what its cost is. Engine was also refinished, Hurst short throw shifter,4.10 gears and electric exhaust cutouts just ahead of the mufflers were installed. The internal engine modifications cannot be reversed; most others can be without much effort. Marc performed an extensive servicing when I first got it and has serviced ever since. Certain engine compartment items, like secondary vacuum pump and plumbing, EGR and AIR systems, were removed but retained for future use or sale. My total investment is around $55k. But it is for one of the best driving, most enjoyable, most reliable and durable cars I have ever owned.

I think the best advice I can offer is to clearly define what you want in a ZR-1 and pursue the one with those characteristics to get the best price you can. That's what I did; then I modified it to my taste. I personally do not want to give away such a great car, even though I am obviously (by my current asking price) willing to just about give away all the performance modifications. There is really no way to "discuss it without mods" although I can direct you to Marc as to how he can replace items to provide a more completely stock engine compartment appearance and emissions compliance. If you decide my car is the one you would like I would be happy to talk with you about it. If not, I certainly wish you luck in your search. --Bob

[RICKYRJ1]

I would buy a modded car like Warps, cant get a better performing car for the $$$$. The mods he has have long been proven to be as reliable as stock. Warp did all the heavy lifting with the time & $$. All the new owner has to do is turn the key and enjoy the HP. Good Luck on your search :saluting:

[We Gone]

I would buy a modded car like Warps, cant get a better performing car for the $$$$. The mods he has have long been proven to be as reliable as stock. Warp did all the heavy lifting with the time & $$. All the new owner has to do is turn the key and enjoy the HP. Good Luck on your search :saluting:

100% agree, Best bang for the $ you will get hands down.

[Atari_Prime]

I live in North County. You are welcome to drive mine as a baseline 40k mile car if it would help you compare to other cars you might see. There is a chance I might be up at the Costa Mesa cars and coffee next Saturday. Every car is a little different and you are right about finding a driver if you want to avoid being inundated with many repairs from trying to press a garage queen back into daily service. If anything, the interiors and trim cost more to restore than the rest.

Hi Mike,

I actually am in North County quite a bit myself.

If I can make to to Cars & Coffee this weekend I hope to see you there.

What year and color is yours so I know what to look for?

[Kevin]

Hello Warp,

It is certainly a very pretty car. As far as appearance goes it is exactly what I'm looking for.

I don't know the value if the modifications, I'm sure they are considerable. My only concern is the overall price. There are many pristine examples of 95' ZR-1s selling for under $30k and with lower miles. I think the cars are woth more but window delamination combined with the availability of parts has the market somewhat scared of ZR-1s.

It is probably a more fun car with the current setup. The mods are not something I'm looking for though. If you would be interested in discussing it without the mods we might be able to come up with something.

95's with low miles under $30,000? Ummm not sure about that

[Atari_Prime]

I found what I think is the perfect ZR-1 for me today. Right color, right interior, right miles, right price. Unfortunately it is in Florida....3,000 miles away. Anyone have thoughts on a transport service if it all works out?

[62beachbum]

My name is Jim I have a 1993 ZR-1, s/n 108, very low miles, 7600 miles, it is green and tan. I live in NJ. Price is $29,500 this is far for this car.
My cell is 609-618-6193, call don't text.

[Kevin]

I found what I think is the perfect ZR-1 for me today. Right color, right interior, right miles, right price. Unfortunately it is in Florida....3,000 miles away. Anyone have thoughts on a transport service if it all works out?

reliable

[Performawheels]

I used Reliable in April to get my car from Spokane to So Cal. They did a great job. I'd use them again in a heartbeat.

[mike100]

Hi Mike,

I actually am in North County quite a bit myself.

If I can make to to Cars & Coffee this weekend I hope to see you there.

What year and color is yours so I know what to look for?

It is a black 91 with 95 A-mold 5 spoke wheels. If I don't go to the Costa Mesa one, I'll be at the Carlsbad meetup from 7-9 because it is only a few miles away. I will see if i can get somebody else to go up for next saturday.

[Atari_Prime]

It is a black 91 with 95 A-mold 5 spoke wheels. If I don't go to the Costa Mesa one, I'll be at the Carlsbad meetup from 7-9 because it is only a few miles away. I will see if i can get somebody else to go up for next saturday.

Hi Mike,

I looked for you this weekend in Costa Mesa. There were only a small number of Vettes. A couple of Cormaros(C7), a C6, a Callaway C6, a C5, an 82', and a 58'. It was a lot of fun. An interesting assortment of cars. A light of high end expensive cars, Lambos, Ferrari, etc. There was even a Vector. Not often I see one of those.

Hopefully I will catch you at one of the upcoming shows.

[mike100]

Hi Mike,

I looked for you this weekend in Costa Mesa. There were only a small number of Vettes. A couple of Cormaros(C7), a C6, a Callaway C6, a C5, an 82', and a 58'. It was a lot of fun. An interesting assortment of cars. A light of high end expensive cars, Lambos, Ferrari, etc. There was even a Vector. Not often I see one of those.

Hopefully I will catch you at one of the upcoming shows.

It was so hot and I stayed local.

[cvette98pacecar]

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