Haibeck Automotive or Evolution Motorsports

[Black Red '90]

I'm considering having the top end ported / refinished, installing a RideTech coilover kit, and repairing a few misc items I don't feel like messing with. I've bought a few items from Marc in the past and his reputation and prices are great. Unfortunately, transport costs have gone through the roof in the last year. I paid Reliable $1600 last April to transport the car from TX to VA. I figured there would be a slight premium now but was hoping with the shorter distance it would be around the same price. They quoted $2,365. Searching other options I stumbled on Evolution Motorsports. They are less than an hour away from me. I don't know anything about the shop, and their top end porting service is much more expensive. Anyone have experience with them?

[Figure8it]

I do not have any information on Evolution, but I recently purchased my ZR-1 and was happy to find Haibeck Automotive in my backyard. After visiting there and speaking with Marc and Bob, I can see why their reputation is so incredible with the Z's. It's all the little things they know. I've heard many stories from members and I'm not sure there is anyone else in the world that has that expertise or experience.

Last time I was there I asked Marc, "You've been doing this a long time, what's your favorite thing to work on?" his reply was "All the cars that the other shops can't fix".

[XfireZ51]

Marc is meticulous. Just drive the car to Chicago and then fly back.

[Black Red '90]

I do not have any information on Evolution, but I recently purchased my ZR-1 and was happy to find Haibeck Automotive in my backyard. After visiting there and speaking with Marc and Bob, I can see why their reputation is so incredible with the Z's. It's all the little things they know. I've heard many stories from members and I'm not sure there is anyone else in the world that has that expertise or experience.

Last time I was there I asked Marc, "You've been doing this a long time, what's your favorite thing to work on?" his reply was "All the cars that the other shops can't fix".

Another great endorsement!

Marc is meticulous. Just drive the car to Chicago and then fly back.

That would save a lot of money, but I'm not sure I want to drive to Chicago.

[Top Toy]

Find a way to get your car to Marc. You won't regret it.

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[DRM500RUBYZR-1]

Find a way to get your car to Marc. You won't regret it.

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Marty

[tgonyaw]

If you are planning that much work, the shipping is not that much of the repair bill. I sent my car to Marc last April with a list of needed repairs and maintenance.
The tuning and drivability are spot on. Shipping to Marc will be my choice in the future for any LT-5 tuning or internal work. Marc had several months of scheduled work when I first signed up, so you may want to see what his work load is.
Jim Voter and the Wazoo group have many years of experience with these cars. They are a very approachable and open group.

[Black Red '90]

I think the consensus in is...Haibeck it is!

Thank You

[jcruz]

Another vote for Haibeck. Sent my 92 to him last year and was blown away by the quality and care of his work.

I agree that shipping costs have gone through the roof. Plus, you might encounter delays in pickup/drop off. I'd ship it one way and drive back home to VA.

[Prez1967]

If youre confident in the condition of your car currently, just drive it up.

Im in MD and its about 10-11 hours. I figure when its time to take mine up, leave at 3am or so, get there by 3pm and after the meet and greet, hop in an Uber and head to the airport and be home by dinner. Reverse order on the way home lol

Save on shipping, more money for repairs!

[Norwegianmopar]

We sendt our car to Marc Haibeck who gave it a full tune up and service before it was shipped over to Norway. He fixed every little bug and replaced or repaired whatever was needed like the cd player, a shock, misc screws,bolts and light bulbs etc. Well worth the money. I have also emailed him several times with questions I might have and he always replies with detailed info. Very appreciated.

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[XfireZ51]

I think the consensus in is...Haibeck it is!

Thank You

Not to mention you could meet a number of us here who are part of the FBI(Fast Boyz of Illinoiz).

[WARP TEN]

Not to mention you could meet a number of us here who are part of the FBI(Fast Boyz of Illinoiz).

That's right--As Dom says, if you are coming to Marc's shop for your car, let us know in advance and I am sure we can round up a few folks to have a lunch. Even in winter weather, but probably without the Corvettes. --Bob

[RichS]

If you can't do it yourself I'd use Marc. I would strongly advise to not stay local to you!

[evolutionross]

I contacted Marc Haibeck in Jan of 2021. The car wouldn't run in full power mode and the list of issues was building up. A space opened up in March and I paid $1100 to have the car transported to him. The car was there about 3 months and we planned the pickup to coincide with his summer BBQ. The wife and I flew out, stayed in a nice hotel downtown and did some nice tourism. Had a great time meeting a ton of ZR-1 people and hit the road home. We stopped overnight to break it up.
Marc did intake porting, fixed my fuel gauge, replaced the front shocks and bushings, replaced my garbage short shifter, and replaced both cooling fans and the radiator. He fixed leaks that I wasn't aware of. Probably more stuff that I'm forgetting. When I read all of these forum posts about chasing down problems and poor running conditions, I am reminded of what an amazing job that Marc did. My car came home with 450HP (flywheel) and has never missed a beat. The guy, and his son, are absolutely masters of their craft. I think I spent about $8700 with him, plus the transport, headers, shocks and the radiator. WORTH IT!!!!!
Side note: the one thing he didn't touch failed on the ride home. Pretty sure we took a stone to the air conditioning condenser and the AC failed in Indiana on the way to Maryland. I am in debt to my wonderful wife for tolerating that loud and very hot ride home :)

[pappy.72]

I will be taking my 90 to Marc soon for a few little things. He is only 40 minutes away for me.

[XfireZ51]

Hey Pappy, I am also in Elgin just off Randall. Where are you?

[JimZRyd]

Got on Marc's list for this coming summer :cheers:

[JThomas]

I gladly drive the four and half hours from Michigan to Marc's shop for service or repairs. I always learn something when I'm there. I drop my car off and rent a car to return home or schedule it for some time when I want/have to go to Chicago. :thumbsup: