C4 ZR1 Mechanics in the Pittsburgh PA area

[staminqia]

Looking for a respectable and honest mechanic with experience with the C4 Zr1's in the Pittsburgh PA area. I am not looking to bring the car to a dealership unless that's my last resort. Any recommendations?

[Dynomite]

What are the issues with the ZR-1?
Give us a shot at it

Do not bring a ZR-1 to a dealership as the mechanics there usually have never seen an LT-5

[Ccmano]

Get ahold of Marc at www.Mirrockcorvette.com. He's in Saltsburg outside of Pittsburgh. While he's not a ZR-1 repair shop (he's a C4 dismantler) he owns a ZR-1 and is exceptionally knowledgeable. If nothing else he should be able to point you in the right direction. Frankly, being in Pittsburgh your not that far away from two of the best ZR-1 shops in the country, in Chicago. Marc Haibeck and Pete's Performance. It's a bit of a drive, 450mi, but worth it. Your a lot closer than most of us. People ship their cars to them from all over the world. Contact info is here...
https://www.zr1.net/forum/showthread.php?t=28634

Oh! And absolutely do not bring your Z to a dealership! They have no clue what their looking at on a 30year old car. You'll pay through the nose for them to screw it up.

H

[Paul Workman]

Originally Posted by Ccmano

Get ahold of Marc at www.Mirrockcorvette.com. He's in Saltsburg outside of Pittsburgh. While he's not a ZR-1 repair shop (he's a C4 dismantler) he owns a ZR-1 and is exceptionally knowledgeable. If nothing else he should be able to point you in the right direction. Frankly, being in Pittsburgh your not that far away from two of the best ZR-1 shops in the country, in Chicago. Marc Haibeck and Pete's Performance. It's a bit of a drive, 450mi, but worth it. Your a lot closer than most of us. People ship their cars to them from all over the world. Contact info is here...
https://www.zr1.net/forum/showthread.php?t=28634

Oh! And absolutely do not bring your Z to a dealership! They have no clue what their looking at on a 30year old car. You'll pay through the nose for them to screw it up.

H

Couldn't agree more!^^

But like Cliff (aka Dynomite) said: What exactly is the reason to seek outside assistance? The folks on this site are among the best anywhere, far as diagnosing (from a distance) and tried and true solutions to most any issues you are having. Just a thought!

[rkreigh]

Marc is top notch and can set the car right.
Lots of ZR-1 folks in the PA area. What's the car need? What's wrong with it?


You might find a brother of the beast that can lend a hand.


We need some flying doctors!! the LT5 is reliable as an anvil. Most problems are pretty easy to diagnose and fix.

[dredgeguy]

What are your issues? Our Wazoo group is not that far away in MD.

[WARP TEN]

Some excellent suggestions here. I certainly agree with Charlie and Hans that either Marc's shop near Chicago or the WAZOO group loosely headquartered in Maryland are excellent alternatives. If you are not mechanically inclined yourself, I would suggest shipping it to Marc for a through going through. After you get it back you will have no problems, and while that idea may at first seem expensive, it will be the best money you can spend on your ZR-1. That is what I did with both of my ZR-1s and Marc not only took care of some things I knew about, he also took care of a number that I would never have known about. Best thing to do with a newly acquired ZR-1 or one you've owned that has some problems. If you like working on the cars yourself, getting together with the WAZOO group would be an excellent experience if and when such get togethers resume. And since Mirrock is in your area that would certainly be my first stop for advice. Lastly, if you like to do things yourself, there is an incredible wealth of information in this group and on this forum to help you out. --Bob

[BlackZR1]

I live in the North Hills of Pittsburgh just south of Wexford. Not a strong ZR-1 presence in our area so I would go with the suggestions already posted. I do all my own work so have never needed to find a mechanic. If you have tools and time all the answers are on this forum.
Not only are these guys knowledgeable, they are respectful to owners of all levels - a great community.
Welcome!

[XfireZ51]

Originally Posted by staminqia

Looking for a respectable and honest mechanic with experience with the C4 Zr1's in the Pittsburgh PA area. I am not looking to bring the car to a dealership unless that's my last resort. Any recommendations?

You?re not Italian are u?

[staminqia]

I did ask Mirrock as he is only about 20 minutes from where I live but he didnt know of anyone in the near by vicinity that he would recommend. Yes there is a wealth of knownledge on this forum. As of now the car runs well with no issues but i am always looking for that specialist in case something happens. I know everyone does not like to go to dealerships but I heard of a really good LT5 mechanic that works out of Tom Henry chevrolet his first name is TIM, dont know is his last name. Yes I am Italian