'94 ZR-1 Sold on Cars & Bids in October-commentary

[DRM500RUBYZR-1]

Originally Posted by RA42

That is a great thought. In that spirit would anyone be interested in taking a look at a 1994 ZR1 in the Portland OR area? I am not sure how I would go about compensating for your time but I am more than happy to figure something out.

I think there is a way to PM someone on this forum, if you have interest then please do.

Thanks

Would that be the black one that has been sitting since 2007?

Marty

[RA42]

Yes sir. Thoughts?

[mlipmd]

MH says ~$7000 he anticipates spending on that car? Doing what? Adding his 510HP package? Putting in a new engine? If the car needs that much work other than doing those two things - RUN - go find another car because that is ridiculous.

[DRM500RUBYZR-1]

Originally Posted by RA42

Yes sir. Thoughts?

7-10k to professionally and correctly re-awaken it, no upgrades.
That is IF nothing else went south before or during it's hibernation.
In the words of the great philosopher Dirty Harry, "Feeling lucky?"
If so; Roll the dice.
Good luck in your search and buy.

Marty

[DRM500RUBYZR-1]

Originally Posted by mlipmd

MH says ~$7000 he anticipates spending on that car? Doing what? Adding his 510HP package? Putting in a new engine? If the car needs that much work other than doing those two things - RUN - go find another car because that is ridiculous.

No upgrades, that is just going through it correctly at nominal technician rates, to undo and correct what years of storage has wrought, assuming no catastrophic things happened, such as freezing, vermin, water, or prior damage.
Do it yourselfers don't have to pay 100+ per hour, which certainly helps, provided they know what to do and how to do it without shortcuts, omissions, or being overly cheap.
Many on this forum COULD do it, but they are not usually the buyers.
For starters simply stare into the fuel tank, and hope no one turned the key.
Brain surgery looks pretty simple too, when performed by a professional.

Marty

[RA42]

Thanks for the advice. Looking forward to learning more about these cars and hopefully will find the right one for me.

[spork2367]

Originally Posted by mlipmd

MH says ~$7000 he anticipates spending on that car? Doing what? Adding his 510HP package? Putting in a new engine? If the car needs that much work other than doing those two things - RUN - go find another car because that is ridiculous.

Tires: 1600
Battery: 175
Suspension Bushings: 300
Brake Pads/Hoses: 300
Injectors: 780
Fluid changes: 350
Fuel Pumps/Filter: 175
Radio/Amps: 700

Parts: 4380

Labor: 2620

Not bad for the number one ZR-1 shop in the country.

[RA42]

Thanks. I am still a little worried on the "what else" I might discover list. I am going to have at least 3500-4000 in freight and some extra in exterior refreshing as I think it will need a pro to do that. Bought right I am sure I would have an enjoyable car, but I feel as though if I am patient I could find the right car that might better serve my needs and expectations. Just on the fence

[RA42]

Also for the purpose of clarity, I wanted to state that Marc did not provide a quote it was a conversation and merely ballpark estimates of things it would need and things it most likely will need. If things are in a much more deteriorated state then obviously the expense swells.

Again thank to all for the feedback. Hoping to one day be an owner.
Best,
Rick

[RA42]

Hello all, Back to looking for someone to help me look at this 1994 ZR1 in the Portland, OR area. If you are interested please let me know. I am trying to find someone knowledgeable on Zs but as you can imagine hard to find and know this is the best chance I have. Happy to compensate you. Appreciate any and all help.