Roger's Corvette Center - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

jcruz · 05-25-2011

I had the opportunity to swing by Roger's Corvette Center http://www.rogerscorvette.com/ last week and checked out a ZR-1.

I met Roger himself and we was very gracious with his time and knowledge. Needless to say, I felt like I was in "Corvette Heaven"

Roger has 5 beautiful ZR-1s on the floor, including 2 95s, a 94, and 2 91s. Although the cars are fantastic, I have to say the delamination on all 5 models was quite saddening. It really detracted from the cars...

I had only seen a few cars with very minor delam and my 91 has none. It was quite eye-opening.

Anyway, I'd encourage anyone to drop by Roger's shop if you're in the Orlando area!

John

secondchance · 05-25-2011

I ahve dealt quite a bit w/ Roger back in the 90s. His former bodyshop manager, Tim Burke, opened his own shop behind Roger's and worked on all my cars, including 91Z, back in the 90s.
Last year when I was out that way I stopped at both to say hi.
By the way, Tim is the best body and paint man I have ever dealt with.

xlr8nflorida · 05-25-2011

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Originally Posted by secondchance

I ahve dealt quite a bit w/ Roger back in the 90s. His former bodyshop manager, Tim Burke, opened his own shop behind Roger's and worked on all my cars, including 91Z, back in the 90s.
Last year when I was out that way I stopped at both to say hi.
By the way, Tim is the best body and paint man I have ever dealt with.

Been to Roger's many times for shows etc.

Tim Burke is a great stand up guy and I agree he does the best body work.

If I ever needed paintwork and bodywork, I would use him.

Blue Flame Restorations · 05-25-2011

I have only had one experience with Roger. This was several years ago. He called me about a 53 that I was selling. He tried the old used car salesman routine. He tried to make me feel like I needed to give it away.

I promptly hung up on him.

USAFPILOT · 05-26-2011

did you see his ZL-1 while you were there?

jcruz · 05-26-2011

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Originally Posted by USAFPILOT

did you see his ZL-1 while you were there?

Unfortunately, no! I guess I'll have to make another trip

secondchance · 05-26-2011

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Originally Posted by Blue Flame Restorations

I have only had one experience with Roger. This was several years ago. He called me about a 53 that I was selling. He tried the old used car salesman routine. He tried to make me feel like I needed to give it away.

I promptly hung up on him.

What can I say - he is in the business.

Z51JEFF · 05-26-2011

That white 94 has been there for years.When I bought my 91 4 years ago that car was there.

rhipsher · 05-26-2011

By any chance is this the same Roger of Roger Whitley chevrolet in Tampa which is now university Chevrolet?

secondchance · 05-26-2011

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Originally Posted by rhipsher

By any chance is this the same Roger of Roger Whitley chevrolet in Tampa which is now university Chevrolet?

No. This is Roger Judski - spelling may be incorrect.

05-25-2011	#1
jcruz Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Fort Myers, FL Posts: 343	Roger's Corvette Center I had the opportunity to swing by Roger's Corvette Center http://www.rogerscorvette.com/ last week and checked out a ZR-1. I met Roger himself and we was very gracious with his time and knowledge. Needless to say, I felt like I was in "Corvette Heaven" Roger has 5 beautiful ZR-1s on the floor, including 2 95s, a 94, and 2 91s. Although the cars are fantastic, I have to say the delamination on all 5 models was quite saddening. It really detracted from the cars... I had only seen a few cars with very minor delam and my 91 has none. It was quite eye-opening. Anyway, I'd encourage anyone to drop by Roger's shop if you're in the Orlando area! John __________________ 1992 #043, Aqua/Gray 40k miles

05-25-2011	#2
secondchance Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: McLean, VA Posts: 3,723	Re: Roger's Corvette Center I ahve dealt quite a bit w/ Roger back in the 90s. His former bodyshop manager, Tim Burke, opened his own shop behind Roger's and worked on all my cars, including 91Z, back in the 90s. Last year when I was out that way I stopped at both to say hi. By the way, Tim is the best body and paint man I have ever dealt with.

05-25-2011	#4
Blue Flame Restorations Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Pendleton, IN Posts: 3,904	Re: Roger's Corvette Center I have only had one experience with Roger. This was several years ago. He called me about a 53 that I was selling. He tried the old used car salesman routine. He tried to make me feel like I needed to give it away. I promptly hung up on him. __________________ 1988 KOH Prototype EX5023 sold 1990 ZR-1 #444 Convertible 1990 ZR-1 Black #966 1991 ZR-1 Quazar Blue #296 1957 Duntov SS Project

05-26-2011	#5
USAFPILOT Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Spring TX Posts: 1,348	Re: Roger's Corvette Center did you see his ZL-1 while you were there?

05-26-2011	#8
Z51JEFF Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Fremont,Ca Posts: 3,078	Re: Roger's Corvette Center That white 94 has been there for years.When I bought my 91 4 years ago that car was there.

05-26-2011	#9
rhipsher Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Houston 90 Red ZR-1 Posts: 2,320	Re: Roger's Corvette Center By any chance is this the same Roger of Roger Whitley chevrolet in Tampa which is now university Chevrolet?