Shopping for 1st ZR-1 - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

SpeedGeek · 02-02-2017

Hi fellow enthusiast,

I'm in the market for my 1st ZR-1. Found a '90 with almost 90k miles at a dealer, and '92 with just over 20k miles from individual owner. I'm leaning towards the '92. I'm aware of the injector issue, so I will verify if been addressed with service records and negotiate accordingly if it hasn't. Other than that, what else should I be aware of that would've needed to be repaired or replaced either based on the high mileage or age regardless of mileage. Any other pros & cons of high mileage vs low mileage ZR-1s I should be aware of, please advise. Both cars within my budget so not too concerned with footing the maintenance bill if required, just any inconveniences and headache the fix might bring with it. I'll negotiate off price any maintenance not yet done that is required based on mileage or age anyhow. Any additional feedback always greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance!

mike100 · 02-02-2017

Is it the white one? Did you drive it? and... the last question is: "Have you ever had a C4 before?"

SpeedGeek · 02-02-2017

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Originally Posted by mike100

Is it the white one? Did you drive it? and... the last question is: "Have you ever had a C4 before?"

Yes, it's the white one. Have not driven yet. I reached out to him but still waiting on response. I'll probably call him later this afternoon. Are you familiar with it?

No, never owned a Vett. I have an '02 Trans-Am WS6 back home in Texas.

Thanks!

PhillipsLT5 · 02-02-2017

Buy one that is driven regularly with records, preferably one from a member here, even better one that has been modded, especially 500 or more HP, lots for sale on this site

XfireZ51 · 02-02-2017

Try Lgaff. He has a very nice lo mile 92, w nice mods and in clean shape.
Here in Illinois. Red/black.

Vette73 · 02-02-2017

Bought mine sight unseen back in Nov of 14.....Got a nice deal " at least I think" and it is a solid car, well taken care of.....This is an excellent site with many knowledgeable members...Was not familiar at all with the LT-5 but have learned a great deal since...

Like the previous post says, check out the for sale section on this forum..Some nice deals out there....Whichever Z you purchase check and see if any maintenance records....Also if you can get one already modded that's a plus...The Z responds well to modifications....These motors were choked in my opinion from the factory so any added air flow is a plus of course....

Now is a great time to buy....As far as dealing with a dealer,set your price and stick to it..Gaurantee you will get a phone call back accepting your offer if at first they don't bite...A few stories on this forum of that happening...

Billy Mild · 02-02-2017

Buy from a forum member. For some reason every time I don't do this, the car needs a whole lot more than usual.

Z51JEFF · 02-02-2017

The only Z specific item would be the injectors and check the vacuum pump. Now C4 items that fail are the seat bladders,stereo components and a few other items I can't thisnk of. One very important item to check is the underside of the floor pan,lots of cars out there with holes in the floor pans.

gen2rt · 02-03-2017

I have a red/red 94 20,000 miles, for sale with the haibeck 500 hp upgrade in Reno, nv. $25k

SpeedGeek · 02-03-2017

Thanks for all the feedback! Plenty of info to chew on. Yes, there are definitely plenty of good examples out there but I'm limiting myself to ones within a reasonable distance to me. I'm one of those who has to see it in person and unfortunately don't have the luxury of time to fly out somewhere. gen2rt's ZR-1 might've been a contender if travel was an option.

02-02-2017	#1
SpeedGeek Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: So Cal Posts: 5	Shopping for 1st ZR-1 Hi fellow enthusiast, I'm in the market for my 1st ZR-1. Found a '90 with almost 90k miles at a dealer, and '92 with just over 20k miles from individual owner. I'm leaning towards the '92. I'm aware of the injector issue, so I will verify if been addressed with service records and negotiate accordingly if it hasn't. Other than that, what else should I be aware of that would've needed to be repaired or replaced either based on the high mileage or age regardless of mileage. Any other pros & cons of high mileage vs low mileage ZR-1s I should be aware of, please advise. Both cars within my budget so not too concerned with footing the maintenance bill if required, just any inconveniences and headache the fix might bring with it. I'll negotiate off price any maintenance not yet done that is required based on mileage or age anyhow. Any additional feedback always greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance!

02-02-2017	#2
mike100 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: San Marcos CA Posts: 1,802	Re: Shopping for 1st ZR-1 Is it the white one? Did you drive it? and... the last question is: "Have you ever had a C4 before?"

02-02-2017	#4
PhillipsLT5 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 2,452	Re: Shopping for 1st ZR-1 Buy one that is driven regularly with records, preferably one from a member here, even better one that has been modded, especially 500 or more HP, lots for sale on this site

02-02-2017	#5
XfireZ51 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chicagoland, IL Posts: 9,704	Re: Shopping for 1st ZR-1 Try Lgaff. He has a very nice lo mile 92, w nice mods and in clean shape. Here in Illinois. Red/black. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]Former Membership Chairman Former ZR-1 Registry - BOD 1972 Corvette 4speed base Coupe SOLD long time ago 1984 Corvette Z-51/4+3 SOLD 1992 Corvette ZR-1 Aqua/Gray #474 SOLD 1992 Corvette ZR-1 Black Rose/Cognac #458 2014 Honda VFR Interceptor DX

02-02-2017	#6
Vette73 Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Brooklyn ny Posts: 1,045	Re: Shopping for 1st ZR-1 Bought mine sight unseen back in Nov of 14.....Got a nice deal " at least I think" and it is a solid car, well taken care of.....This is an excellent site with many knowledgeable members...Was not familiar at all with the LT-5 but have learned a great deal since... Like the previous post says, check out the for sale section on this forum..Some nice deals out there....Whichever Z you purchase check and see if any maintenance records....Also if you can get one already modded that's a plus...The Z responds well to modifications....These motors were choked in my opinion from the factory so any added air flow is a plus of course.... Now is a great time to buy....As far as dealing with a dealer,set your price and stick to it..Gaurantee you will get a phone call back accepting your offer if at first they don't bite...A few stories on this forum of that happening...

02-02-2017	#7
Billy Mild Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 838	Re: Shopping for 1st ZR-1 Buy from a forum member. For some reason every time I don't do this, the car needs a whole lot more than usual. __________________ Looking for a ZR-1 1985 Yamaha RZ350-NOT STOCK 1971 Yamaha AT1-Middle of a restoration

02-02-2017	#8
Z51JEFF Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Fremont,Ca Posts: 3,074	Re: Shopping for 1st ZR-1 The only Z specific item would be the injectors and check the vacuum pump. Now C4 items that fail are the seat bladders,stereo components and a few other items I can't thisnk of. One very important item to check is the underside of the floor pan,lots of cars out there with holes in the floor pans.

02-03-2017	#9
gen2rt Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: NV Posts: 38	Re: Shopping for 1st ZR-1 I have a red/red 94 20,000 miles, for sale with the haibeck 500 hp upgrade in Reno, nv. $25k __________________ Reno, NV

02-03-2017	#10
SpeedGeek Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: So Cal Posts: 5	Re: Shopping for 1st ZR-1 Thanks for all the feedback! Plenty of info to chew on. Yes, there are definitely plenty of good examples out there but I'm limiting myself to ones within a reasonable distance to me. I'm one of those who has to see it in person and unfortunately don't have the luxury of time to fly out somewhere. gen2rt's ZR-1 might've been a contender if travel was an option.