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RICKYRJ1 · 07-09-2011

I'm an enthusiast and I feel very fortunate to own a ZR-1. Some would say I'm a waxer (wouldn't be completely wrong) but I also enjoy to mod my car and when I drive her, I drive her hard. I'm always amazed when I meet A Corvette owner who has no idea what a ZR-1 is. Can't tell you how many times a Corvette owner has asked me about the supercharger (plenum) or why I put an aftermarket motor in my car.

I have enough knowledge to have a conversation about their generation Corvette C1-C6 (even know all the rumors on the C7)

Kevin · 07-09-2011

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Originally Posted by RICKYRJ1

I'm an enthusiast and I feel very fortunate to own a ZR-1. Some would say I'm a waxer (wouldn't be completely wrong) but I also enjoy to mod my car and when I drive her, I drive her hard. I'm always amazed when I meet A Corvette owner who has no idea what a ZR-1 is. Can't tell you how many times a Corvette owner has asked me about the supercharger (plenum) or why I put an aftermarket motor in my car.

I have enough knowledge to have a conversation about their generation Corvette C1-C6 (even know all the rumors on the C7)

i grew tired of these people which is why i quit going to shows and i no longer belong to a car club, other then here. I have very little knowledge of the c6 other then the z06 is fast but fragile and the zr1 is a beast but fragile, and neither make a good track car. I can't even tell you how much power the ls3 or the gs make...and I don't even know what makes a gs a gs and I don't really care to. I just smile and make small talk till I get back to "our kind". I'd much rather talk coolant bypasses with ya'll then explain why "i don't got a small block" in my car.

C4Fan · 07-09-2011

"This car is truly unique car in the sense that G.M. built a one off car,one series only body and motor.I cant see this ever happening again."

I have to agree with this statement Z51JEFF. We own a very special piece of automotive and Corvette history. Enjoy it.

The 1984 Corvette is what caught my attention as a 13 year old and I read everything I could about it. I'll never forget the first time I saw one sitting in the prep stall at the local Chevy store (Sun Chevrolet - previously known as Yenko Chevrolet). I feel in love with it.

From 1987-1992 I worked at two different Chevy stores and got to experience first hand the classic years of the C4 (at least for me). We were so proud of the Corvette racing success in SCCA and later, the Corvette Challenge. I'll never forget the sight of the Morrison-Bakeracing Corvette at the '87 Longest Day of Nelson Ledges. Man, did those 17" wheels look huge! That #88 racer carried a good number of developments that eventually found their way in to the ZR-1 (check out the February 1988 issue of Road & Track for the story).

Of course, I also remember that first 1990 ZR-1 as it arrived at the dealership. It was Black/Black and so gorgeous. The local news station came by the dealership and did a story on it for the 11 o'clock news. It was a big deal! Then, in 1991, I sold a new Red/Red ZR-1 to a wonderful enthusiast/driver who would become one of my best friends. Years later, I finally have a red ZR-1 of my own.

The 1963-67 Sting Ray Coupe is simply beautiful and the new cars are no doubt better technically but for me, it'll always be the C4 that'll be extra special. I'm looking forward to many, many years together with my ZR-1.

Thanks for sharing the enthusiasm on the ZR1NetRegistry everyone. It's a great community!

Kevin · 07-09-2011

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Originally Posted by C4Fan

The 1984 Corvette is what caught my attention as a 13 year old and I read everything I could about it. I'll never forget the first time I saw one sitting in the prep stall at the local Chevy store (Sun Chevrolet - previously known as Yenko Chevrolet). I feel in love with it.

Thanks for sharing the enthusiasm on the ZR1NetRegistry everyone. It's a great community!

funny story my zr-1 came from sun

secondchance · 07-10-2011

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Originally Posted by RICKYRJ1

I'm an enthusiast and I feel very fortunate to own a ZR-1. Some would say I'm a waxer (wouldn't be completely wrong) but I also enjoy to mod my car and when I drive her, I drive her hard. I'm always amazed when I meet A Corvette owner who has no idea what a ZR-1 is. Can't tell you how many times a Corvette owner has asked me about the supercharger (plenum) or why I put an aftermarket motor in my car.

I have enough knowledge to have a conversation about their generation Corvette C1-C6 (even know all the rumors on the C7)

Anyone who spit shines suspension parts must be either an enthusiast or a nut.
In your case I like to believe it's former.

BOB HDZ · 07-10-2011

To me its a life style!!! since i was 10 on my paper route on Madison and Menard in Chicago. save up enough money for my singray bicycle!!! has not ended since!!! 2 wheel motorcycle HD!!! four wheel cars vettes!!! to bulldozer!!! track in this case!!! to crane!!! if it has wheel i love to drive it!!! chrome dont get you home!!!

07-09-2011	#21
RICKYRJ1 Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Tinton Falls, NJ Posts: 1,177	Re: Enthusiast or Owner... I'm an enthusiast and I feel very fortunate to own a ZR-1. Some would say I'm a waxer (wouldn't be completely wrong) but I also enjoy to mod my car and when I drive her, I drive her hard. I'm always amazed when I meet A Corvette owner who has no idea what a ZR-1 is. Can't tell you how many times a Corvette owner has asked me about the supercharger (plenum) or why I put an aftermarket motor in my car. I have enough knowledge to have a conversation about their generation Corvette C1-C6 (even know all the rumors on the C7)

07-09-2011	#23
C4Fan Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 24	Re: Enthusiast or Owner... "This car is truly unique car in the sense that G.M. built a one off car,one series only body and motor.I cant see this ever happening again." I have to agree with this statement Z51JEFF. We own a very special piece of automotive and Corvette history. Enjoy it. The 1984 Corvette is what caught my attention as a 13 year old and I read everything I could about it. I'll never forget the first time I saw one sitting in the prep stall at the local Chevy store (Sun Chevrolet - previously known as Yenko Chevrolet). I feel in love with it. From 1987-1992 I worked at two different Chevy stores and got to experience first hand the classic years of the C4 (at least for me). We were so proud of the Corvette racing success in SCCA and later, the Corvette Challenge. I'll never forget the sight of the Morrison-Bakeracing Corvette at the '87 Longest Day of Nelson Ledges. Man, did those 17" wheels look huge! That #88 racer carried a good number of developments that eventually found their way in to the ZR-1 (check out the February 1988 issue of Road & Track for the story). Of course, I also remember that first 1990 ZR-1 as it arrived at the dealership. It was Black/Black and so gorgeous. The local news station came by the dealership and did a story on it for the 11 o'clock news. It was a big deal! Then, in 1991, I sold a new Red/Red ZR-1 to a wonderful enthusiast/driver who would become one of my best friends. Years later, I finally have a red ZR-1 of my own. The 1963-67 Sting Ray Coupe is simply beautiful and the new cars are no doubt better technically but for me, it'll always be the C4 that'll be extra special. I'm looking forward to many, many years together with my ZR-1. Thanks for sharing the enthusiasm on the ZR1NetRegistry everyone. It's a great community!

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BOB HDZ Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Ca Posts: 152	chrome dont get you home!!! To me its a life style!!! since i was 10 on my paper route on Madison and Menard in Chicago. save up enough money for my singray bicycle!!! has not ended since!!! 2 wheel motorcycle HD!!! four wheel cars vettes!!! to bulldozer!!! track in this case!!! to crane!!! if it has wheel i love to drive it!!! chrome dont get you home!!! __________________ [FONT=Arial Black][FONT=Arial Black]:cool:1990 #2293 BLACK ON BLACK RED TRIM - 63MM T B - PORTED 36MM - LOWERED -HEADERS - CORSA EX - 2003 HARLEY STREET GLIDE BLACK 105 HP [/FONT] [/FONT]