Same old Story, One Satisfied Customer! - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

JThomas · 10-07-2012

Some of you know my story, four years ago I purchased a high mileage '92 ZR-1 that needed some work, and through this registry I met several of you and got that car into very respectable shape and performance, partially due to Marc Haibeck. I sold that car a year ago and came upon a low mileage '95 Bright Aqua/Grey ZR-1, that has me thinking I might have it judged for NCRS.

Well, I turned the car over to Marc on September 9, 2012 to go over the car, with the idea that I might have it judged some day. The idea was to identify things that needed to be addressed. Marc had previously seen the car at his gathering at his shop earlier this year. The theme was originality.

Well, I picked the car up yesterday (Saturday) and got to drive it while I was attending my son's soccer tournament in Schaumburg, Illinois. All of the issues I asked Marc to address were done, much to my SATISFACTION and the car performed much better than it has preivously.

What I did receive, that is not included on the invoice, was the personal consultation, that speaks volumes as to the history of the car, it's care and what can be done to make it a definite show winner with NCRS.

I truly appretiate Marc's attention to detail. And I only stumbled upon him through this website, when I purchased my '92 back in 2008.

I just wanted to say thanks to Marc and all of you, who put up with my passion for "originality". My car now drives out like a true '95 ZR-1 should, okay slightly better, and all of those minor issues have been addressed.

Maybe after judging, there will be plans for the future?

The passion continues. . . . . . . .

Blue Flame Restorations · 10-08-2012

Congrats, Joe. And it's good to see another satisfied customer from Chicagoland.

ZONER 95 · 10-08-2012

Good news Joe, Having just gone thru NCRS Judging this past spring with my 95, I can tell you its a great experience.....learned alot about the car, the judges were very helpful, and met some great Corvette enthusiasts....good luck and if I can help with any questions let me know...Kevin

tomtom72 · 10-08-2012

another Top Flight 95 ZR-1 Sweeeet Joe! Good luck with the judges!

Tom

XfireZ51 · 10-08-2012

Joe,

Great to have you as part of the FBI!

JThomas · 10-08-2012

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Originally Posted by ZONER 95

Good news Joe, Having just gone thru NCRS Judging this past spring with my 95, I can tell you its a great experience.....learned alot about the car, the judges were very helpful, and met some great Corvette enthusiasts....good luck and if I can help with any questions let me know...Kevin

Thanks Kevin, I will try to have fun with this too! This car is an easy one to get started with.

Meanmyz · 10-08-2012

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Originally Posted by JThomas

I just wanted to say thanks to Marc and all of you, who put up with my passion for "originality". My car now drives out like a true '95 ZR-1 should, okay slightly better, and all of those minor issues have been addressed.

Maybe after judging, there will be plans for the future?

The passion continues. . . . . . . .

Don't worry Joe, there are more out there who go crazy at the site of a beautiful factory original. Me included.

That is why you buy two! (if you can find garage space; wife lets you; etc, etc

). If you want to mod, there are plenty of great buys out there so you can "have your cake and eat it too"!!!

If you find time and like to post some pics, I would LOVE to see some pictures of your car!

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JThomas Join Date: May 2008 Location: Okemos, MI. Posts: 1,190	Same old Story, One Satisfied Customer! Some of you know my story, four years ago I purchased a high mileage '92 ZR-1 that needed some work, and through this registry I met several of you and got that car into very respectable shape and performance, partially due to Marc Haibeck. I sold that car a year ago and came upon a low mileage '95 Bright Aqua/Grey ZR-1, that has me thinking I might have it judged for NCRS. Well, I turned the car over to Marc on September 9, 2012 to go over the car, with the idea that I might have it judged some day. The idea was to identify things that needed to be addressed. Marc had previously seen the car at his gathering at his shop earlier this year. The theme was originality. Well, I picked the car up yesterday (Saturday) and got to drive it while I was attending my son's soccer tournament in Schaumburg, Illinois. All of the issues I asked Marc to address were done, much to my SATISFACTION and the car performed much better than it has preivously. What I did receive, that is not included on the invoice, was the personal consultation, that speaks volumes as to the history of the car, it's care and what can be done to make it a definite show winner with NCRS. I truly appretiate Marc's attention to detail. And I only stumbled upon him through this website, when I purchased my '92 back in 2008. I just wanted to say thanks to Marc and all of you, who put up with my passion for "originality". My car now drives out like a true '95 ZR-1 should, okay slightly better, and all of those minor issues have been addressed. Maybe after judging, there will be plans for the future? The passion continues. . . . . . . . __________________ Joe Thomas Corvette Club of Michigan NCRS-Michigan Chapter Member NCM Master Ambassador NCM Lifetime Member Former NCM Board Member 1991 ZR-1 Melon Copper Metallic/Black 1992 ZR-1 Bright Red/Black (Sold) 1995 ZR-1 Bright Aqua/Gray (Sold) 2012 ZR1 Super Sonic Blue / Dark Titanium Last edited by JThomas; 10-08-2012 at 12:01 AM. Reason: Editing

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Blue Flame Restorations Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Pendleton, IN Posts: 3,899	Re: Same old Story, One Satisfied Customer! Congrats, Joe. And it's good to see another satisfied customer from Chicagoland. __________________ 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

10-08-2012	#3
ZONER 95 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 197	Re: Same old Story, One Satisfied Customer! Good news Joe, Having just gone thru NCRS Judging this past spring with my 95, I can tell you its a great experience.....learned alot about the car, the judges were very helpful, and met some great Corvette enthusiasts....good luck and if I can help with any questions let me know...Kevin

10-08-2012	#4
tomtom72 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Jacksonville, FL USA Posts: 4,609	Re: Same old Story, One Satisfied Customer! another Top Flight 95 ZR-1 Sweeeet Joe! Good luck with the judges! Tom __________________ 1990 ZR-1, Black/grey, #2233, stock. ZR-1 Net Reg Founding Member #316 & NCM member

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XfireZ51 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chicagoland, IL Posts: 9,683	Re: Same old Story, One Satisfied Customer! Joe, Great to have you as part of the FBI!