Recommendation: Evolution Motorsport Engineering - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

Arctic91 · 07-26-2016

A few weeks ago, I got orders for an overseas assignment and have been trying to coordinate that as well as cross off a number of items that were overdue and needed to be done before the move.

When it came to my white '91 ZR-1, there were a few things that I could not do myself but wanted done before the car went into storage. Since Dempsey (Oricale on the forum) recently opened a shop in northern VA, I took the car to him for the install of headers, exhaust, C Beam Plates, and to change the transmission fluid. The last item was the most troublesome because a seized fill plug that deformed and would not budge had prevented me from successfully changing the fluid myself.

I could not be happier with the work performed and with the attention to detail and care that they put into the car... no surprise if you know Dempsey. The shop looks awesome and is CLEAN, all the work was done correctly and on time, at a fair price, and as Dempsey showed me each of the details of what they did it was clear that the entire team at Evolution really takes pride in doing things right and with the same care that they would put into their own car. Not only did they install the new parts and solve the fill plug issue, they saw a few other simple issues and fixed them on the spot - just to make sure that things were as "right" as they could be before I left. I drove the car an hour and half to get back home and it has never driven, sounded, or looked so good... I'm already sad to think about not having the car with me in Europe.

So, If you're on the east coast and need a trusted source for maintenance or upgrades to your ZR-1 (or any car for that matter, since they don't just service ZR-1s), I highly recommend you consider Evolution Motorsport Engineering (http://www.evolution-motorsport.com/[/url] or "evolutionmotorsportengineering" on Facebook)

Scott

Kevin · 07-26-2016

trying to budget for them to do a few things to my car this winter, painting the engine mostly

Roadster · 07-26-2016

Good news Scott, how did they solve the fill plug issue on the trans?

Arctic91 · 07-26-2016

Kevin - You won't be disappointed with anything that they do. They were perfectionists with my car, and that is exactly the kind person you want to come to when you need work done.

Tom - the plug needed to be drilled out and replaced... no way that was going to budge and heat did nothing to help it along! All good now... and thanks again for that spare plug!

Scott

Roadster · 07-26-2016

Scott, no problem on the spare plug, glad it all worked out for you. From your post, sounds like you are totally satisfied with the performance of your Z, and that is a good feeling to have......

Kevin · 07-26-2016

I have no doubts that they will do great work. My only hang up is how much I'll have to spend

dredgeguy · 07-26-2016

They installed my headers and I was very happy with all their work. Now I understand as a bonus, Dempsey will drive to you with a covered trailer, pick up your car and bring it to the shop and then return it to you. Door to door service

Scott, good luck in Italy, you will be missed.salute:

Arctic91 · 07-26-2016

Thanks guys... I'm sure that we'll enjoy Italy, but I'm already looking forward to the return!

Scott

oricale · 07-26-2016

WOW...thanks Scott!...It is always an extra pleasure to take care of one of our WAZOO own. I very much appreciate the opportunity and look forward to your return to the fold..Your Place will be here!.

Again. Its my honor to have the chance to have one of our special cars in my shop.

In the short time I have been providing service to the ZR1 community, The list of cars grows by the day and I CANNOT be HAPPIER!.

As Charlie said-We ARE providing a pickup and delivery service for extended service/repair/big HP builds as well as full maintenance requirements, We are looking forward to providing service during the winter brake-to prepare your car for the 2017 season.

Also as a side note we will be donating something cool for the club for Carlisle. Not sure yet, stay tuned.

Dempsey

RussMcB · 07-26-2016

Dempsey, if things keep going well for Evolution Motorsports, will you open a branch office in Atlanta? :-)

Glad to hear the glowing references. Sounds like you're doing it right and people are appreciating your skills and efforts.

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Kevin Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: pittsburgh Posts: 4,632	Re: Recommendation: Evolution Motorsport Engineering trying to budget for them to do a few things to my car this winter, painting the engine mostly __________________ It's not the car, it's the people - Doug Johnson 90 r/r "KEYS ON" nick named "T.L.B"

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Roadster Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Warrington PA Posts: 1,914	Re: Recommendation: Evolution Motorsport Engineering Good news Scott, how did they solve the fill plug issue on the trans? __________________ Tom 1994 ZR-1 #009 "captured test fleet car" 1974 LS4 454 Vert 1974 L-82 355 Vert. 1982 L83 CFI...now a retired "dd"....Sold WAZOO Member

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Arctic91 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Sykesville, MD Posts: 377	Re: Recommendation: Evolution Motorsport Engineering Kevin - You won't be disappointed with anything that they do. They were perfectionists with my car, and that is exactly the kind person you want to come to when you need work done. Tom - the plug needed to be drilled out and replaced... no way that was going to budge and heat did nothing to help it along! All good now... and thanks again for that spare plug! Scott __________________ WAZOO Member '95 Callaway SNAT 450 Aerobody Coupe - Black/Black '92 Callaway SNAT 400 Convertible - Polo Green/Beige '91 ZR-1 #1231 - Arctic White/Saddle (SOLD) '90 ZR-1 #2547 - Turquoise Metallic/Black '89 Callaway Twin Turbo Aerobody Coupe #027 - Black/Black '85 Corvette 454 Coupe - White/Red

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Roadster Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Warrington PA Posts: 1,914	Re: Recommendation: Evolution Motorsport Engineering Scott, no problem on the spare plug, glad it all worked out for you. From your post, sounds like you are totally satisfied with the performance of your Z, and that is a good feeling to have...... __________________ Tom 1994 ZR-1 #009 "captured test fleet car" 1974 LS4 454 Vert 1974 L-82 355 Vert. 1982 L83 CFI...now a retired "dd"....Sold WAZOO Member

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Kevin Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: pittsburgh Posts: 4,632	Re: Recommendation: Evolution Motorsport Engineering I have no doubts that they will do great work. My only hang up is how much I'll have to spend __________________ It's not the car, it's the people - Doug Johnson 90 r/r "KEYS ON" nick named "T.L.B"

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dredgeguy Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Ellicott City, MD Posts: 1,714	Re: Recommendation: Evolution Motorsport Engineering They installed my headers and I was very happy with all their work. Now I understand as a bonus, Dempsey will drive to you with a covered trailer, pick up your car and bring it to the shop and then return it to you. Door to door service Scott, good luck in Italy, you will be missed.salute: __________________ Charlie __________ Dredgeguy WAZOO Member 1992 Bright Red/Black ZR1 #246 Dana 4:10 gears Polished LT5 by Haibeck Polished Fikse FM5's with Michelin Pilot Sport 2 Stainless Works headers and cats with Corsa

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oricale Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: STAFFORD VA, Posts: 576	Re: Recommendation: Evolution Motorsport Engineering WOW...thanks Scott!...It is always an extra pleasure to take care of one of our WAZOO own. I very much appreciate the opportunity and look forward to your return to the fold..Your Place will be here!. Again. Its my honor to have the chance to have one of our special cars in my shop. In the short time I have been providing service to the ZR1 community, The list of cars grows by the day and I CANNOT be HAPPIER!. As Charlie said-We ARE providing a pickup and delivery service for extended service/repair/big HP builds as well as full maintenance requirements, We are looking forward to providing service during the winter brake-to prepare your car for the 2017 season. Also as a side note we will be donating something cool for the club for Carlisle. Not sure yet, stay tuned. Dempsey __________________ [B][I][COLOR=red]1990 ZR1[/COLOR][COLOR=black] [U]#00077 [COLOR=red]RED[/COLOR]/[COLOR=red]RED[/COLOR] (10Y022 PEP CAR) [/U][/COLOR][/I][/B][B][I][COLOR=red]1991 ZR1[/COLOR][COLOR=black] [U]#00517 ("Irene")[COLOR=red]WHITE[/COLOR]/[COLOR=red]RED-SOLD:cry:[/COLOR] [B][/B] [/U][/COLOR][/I][/B][B][I][COLOR=red]1992 ZR1[/COLOR][COLOR=black] [U]#00445("The Revenant")[COLOR=red][COLOR="Black"]BLACK [/COLOR][/COLOR]/[COLOR=red]RED(2016 T.O.D!) [/COLOR] [/U][/COLOR][/I][/B] [B][I][COLOR=red]2009 [COLOR=red]Z06!![COLOR=black]BLK/BLK rare Linen interior[/COLOR] 707HP!![/COLOR] [/COLOR][/I][/B] [B][I][COLOR=red]2006[/COLOR] BLK/BLK Z51 (Just SICK FAST!)SOLD)[/I][/B] [B][I]1996 BLK/BLK LT4 Grnsprt(sold...Twice!)[/I][/B] [B][I]1991 RED/REDL98(Fell off the shipping truck:([/I][/B] [B][I]1980 BLK/RED L82(Sold)[/I][/B] [B][I][B][I]1990[/I][/B] RED/BLK(sold.....In Japan)[/I][/B] [I][COLOR=black][B][I]2006[/I][/B][/COLOR][/I] [COLOR=red]Mustang GT[/COLOR] ([B][I]mach 1[/I][/B])[B](sold)[/B] [COLOR=black][B][I]1969[/I][/B][/COLOR] [COLOR=red]Mach[/COLOR] [B][I]1(sold in Japan)[/I][/B] [COLOR=black][B][I]1969[/I][/B][/COLOR] [COLOR=red]Mach[/COLOR] [B][I]1#2(sold)[/I][/B] [B][I]WAZOO Member...[/I][/B] [url]www.evolution-motorsport.com[/url] facebook/evolutionmotorsportengineering Your Local [url]www.Amsoil.com[/url] dealer/user.. Victory Loves Preparation Last edited by oricale; 07-26-2016 at 07:49 PM.

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RussMcB Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Marietta, GA USA Posts: 1,160	Re: Recommendation: Evolution Motorsport Engineering Dempsey, if things keep going well for Evolution Motorsports, will you open a branch office in Atlanta? :-) Glad to hear the glowing references. Sounds like you're doing it right and people are appreciating your skills and efforts.