Thoughts on Lingenfelters - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

Arctic91 · 04-25-2015

Looking for the brotherhood's thoughts on the future appreciation potential for the Lingenfelter-built cars, and what you would do in my situation?

I have an opportunity to purchase a '90 with a Lingenfelter 368 package in the next couple of weeks, but it would probably require me to sell one of my other two ZR-1s. The Lingenfelter car is not perfect, but it's a very nice car that is pure joy to drive. I just don't have the garage space, free cash, time, or an accommodating enough wife to manage adding and maintaining third ZR-1 right now. I currently have a stock White '91 (98k) which was my first Corvette, and a mildly modified Turquoise '90 (58k) that I drive and do enjoy.

Do you think that the Lingenfelter cars will be the Yenko's of the future, and would it be worth moving into one? I would drive it sparingly, and maintain it for future value (like I do now with the '90 that I currently own).

Thanks for your thoughts...

Scott

Karl · 04-25-2015

IMO they are the cream of the crop C4. I have my '92 for sale in hopes of purchasing a LPE 415 car.

HIZNHRZ · 04-25-2015

...and after we get Marc Haibeck inducted into the Corvette Musuem Hall of Fame , Lingenfelter (who I also think the world of) will have some comptition as far as the cream of the C4 crop!

Paul Workman · 04-26-2015

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Originally Posted by HIZNHRZ

...and after we get Marc Haibeck inducted into the Corvette Musuem Hall of Fame , Lingenfelter (who I also think the world of) will have some comptition as far as the cream of the C4 crop!

HEAR, HEAR!!

RICKYRJ1 · 04-26-2015

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Originally Posted by HIZNHRZ

...and after we get Marc Haibeck inducted into the Corvette Musuem Hall of Fame , Lingenfelter (who I also think the world of) will have some comptition as far as the cream of the C4 crop!

could'nt agree more, his cars are rock solid. I believe his 350 500/510hp pkg. have more power than the old 368 pkg's or close to it. Im sure someone here would know better. That being said I would i would gladly trade up to a 368 for one of your other cars. Good Luck and keep us updated. I dont see any Yenko comparisons but I feel the Lindy name does add some value as being a top tuner. I would love one of their TT cars

HAWAIIZR-1 · 04-26-2015

Scott,

IMHO, I don't think you could go wrong. I would ensure you have all the original documentation and invoices from Lingenfelter that would validate it. I almost bought one from Maui in Hawaii that sounds like what you are interested in. Surely more valuable, rare and collectible than a standard ZR-1. I would say go for it if you can part with one of yours. You only live once. I believe these cars are truly only worth was someone is willing to pay like many others and finding the right buyer in the end is key. Jim V our VP made good sense to me when we discussed value and what we want to pay for these cars about a month ago (both of us were in the market for a new Z so I sought his advice). Calculating the cost of ownership over the years and just enjoying these cars instead of mothballing them and hoping the value will increase. Get out and drive it!

I want one of these: http://www.thelingenfeltercollection...zr1-wide-body/

Arctic91 · 04-26-2015

Gents,

Thanks for the thoughtful replies... I'll see Jim this afternoon, so I'll definitely pick his brain about values.

Scott

XfireZ51 · 04-26-2015

We are at the point where automotive icons like Enzo Ferrari, Carroll Shelby, John Lingenfelter are passing on. Much like artwork, the value of their works increase since it can never be reproduced and will only get rarer. Of the Chevy tuners, I hold JL in the highest esteem in terms of quality of work and reliability. He walked the walk and talked the talk. And died that way.

cvette98pacecar · 04-27-2015

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Originally Posted by Arctic91

Looking for the brotherhood's thoughts on the future appreciation potential for the Lingenfelter-built cars, and what you would do in my situation?

I have an opportunity to purchase a '90 with a Lingenfelter 368 package in the next couple of weeks, but it would probably require me to sell one of my other two ZR-1s. The Lingenfelter car is not perfect, but it's a very nice car that is pure joy to drive. I just don't have the garage space, free cash, time, or an accommodating enough wife to manage adding and maintaining third ZR-1 right now. I currently have a stock White '91 (98k) which was my first Corvette, and a mildly modified Turquoise '90 (58k) that I drive and do enjoy.

Do you think that the Lingenfelter cars will be the Yenko's of the future, and would it be worth moving into one? I would drive it sparingly, and maintain it for future value (like I do now with the '90 that I currently own).

Thanks for your thoughts...

Scott

Scott, I am going to make this simple for you. Once the 368 is sold to someone else you are going to kick yourself in the Azz everyday. Get rid of one of the other Z's to make room for the LPE "368" with the AVIC Z aftermarket radio. I know the owner and he is meticulous with maintaining his vehicles.

gbrtng · 04-27-2015

did you buy the 90 turq from Bill Maloney in NJ?

04-25-2015	#1
Arctic91 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Sykesville, MD Posts: 377	Thoughts on Lingenfelters Looking for the brotherhood's thoughts on the future appreciation potential for the Lingenfelter-built cars, and what you would do in my situation? I have an opportunity to purchase a '90 with a Lingenfelter 368 package in the next couple of weeks, but it would probably require me to sell one of my other two ZR-1s. The Lingenfelter car is not perfect, but it's a very nice car that is pure joy to drive. I just don't have the garage space, free cash, time, or an accommodating enough wife to manage adding and maintaining third ZR-1 right now. I currently have a stock White '91 (98k) which was my first Corvette, and a mildly modified Turquoise '90 (58k) that I drive and do enjoy. Do you think that the Lingenfelter cars will be the Yenko's of the future, and would it be worth moving into one? I would drive it sparingly, and maintain it for future value (like I do now with the '90 that I currently own). Thanks for your thoughts... 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

04-25-2015	#2
Karl Join Date: May 2013 Location: Chicago Posts: 977	Re: Thoughts on Lingenfelters IMO they are the cream of the crop C4. I have my '92 for sale in hopes of purchasing a LPE 415 car. __________________ 1993 ZR-1 #211 Yellow On Beige Beast #2 1992 ZR-1 #427 Black On Black Sold 1985 L98 Blue On Blue Sold

04-25-2015	#3
HIZNHRZ Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Germantown, MD Posts: 738	Re: Thoughts on Lingenfelters ...and after we get Marc Haibeck inducted into the Corvette Musuem Hall of Fame , Lingenfelter (who I also think the world of) will have some comptition as far as the cream of the C4 crop!

04-26-2015	#6
HAWAIIZR-1 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Japan Posts: 3,556	Re: Thoughts on Lingenfelters Scott, IMHO, I don't think you could go wrong. I would ensure you have all the original documentation and invoices from Lingenfelter that would validate it. I almost bought one from Maui in Hawaii that sounds like what you are interested in. Surely more valuable, rare and collectible than a standard ZR-1. I would say go for it if you can part with one of yours. You only live once. I believe these cars are truly only worth was someone is willing to pay like many others and finding the right buyer in the end is key. Jim V our VP made good sense to me when we discussed value and what we want to pay for these cars about a month ago (both of us were in the market for a new Z so I sought his advice). Calculating the cost of ownership over the years and just enjoying these cars instead of mothballing them and hoping the value will increase. Get out and drive it! I want one of these: http://www.thelingenfeltercollection...zr1-wide-body/ __________________ Craig "ZR-1 NO KA 'OI" "ZR-1 ICHIBAN" 1995 #228 Black/Black with Dunn Heads ZR-1 owner since September 2003 ZR-1 Net Registry Founding Member #0074 NCM Lifetime Member #2048

04-26-2015	#7
Arctic91 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Sykesville, MD Posts: 377	Re: Thoughts on Lingenfelters Gents, Thanks for the thoughtful replies... I'll see Jim this afternoon, so I'll definitely pick his brain about values. 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

04-26-2015	#8
XfireZ51 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chicagoland, IL Posts: 9,681	Re: Thoughts on Lingenfelters We are at the point where automotive icons like Enzo Ferrari, Carroll Shelby, John Lingenfelter are passing on. Much like artwork, the value of their works increase since it can never be reproduced and will only get rarer. Of the Chevy tuners, I hold JL in the highest esteem in terms of quality of work and reliability. He walked the walk and talked the talk. And died that way. __________________ [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

04-27-2015	#10
gbrtng Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: San Antonio area Posts: 1,179	Re: Thoughts on Lingenfelters did you buy the 90 turq from Bill Maloney in NJ? __________________ “Buy the best example of what you want, and pay whatever it takes. That way, you cry only once.” ~ Bruce Meyer