Haibeck Automotive or Evolution Motorsports - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

Black Red '90 · 01-25-2022

I'm considering having the top end ported / refinished, installing a RideTech coilover kit, and repairing a few misc items I don't feel like messing with. I've bought a few items from Marc in the past and his reputation and prices are great. Unfortunately, transport costs have gone through the roof in the last year. I paid Reliable $1600 last April to transport the car from TX to VA. I figured there would be a slight premium now but was hoping with the shorter distance it would be around the same price. They quoted $2,365. Searching other options I stumbled on Evolution Motorsports. They are less than an hour away from me. I don't know anything about the shop, and their top end porting service is much more expensive. Anyone have experience with them?

Figure8it · 01-25-2022

I do not have any information on Evolution, but I recently purchased my ZR-1 and was happy to find Haibeck Automotive in my backyard. After visiting there and speaking with Marc and Bob, I can see why their reputation is so incredible with the Z's. It's all the little things they know. I've heard many stories from members and I'm not sure there is anyone else in the world that has that expertise or experience.

Last time I was there I asked Marc, "You've been doing this a long time, what's your favorite thing to work on?" his reply was "All the cars that the other shops can't fix".

XfireZ51 · 01-26-2022

Marc is meticulous. Just drive the car to Chicago and then fly back.

Black Red '90 · 01-26-2022

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Originally Posted by Figure8it

I do not have any information on Evolution, but I recently purchased my ZR-1 and was happy to find Haibeck Automotive in my backyard. After visiting there and speaking with Marc and Bob, I can see why their reputation is so incredible with the Z's. It's all the little things they know. I've heard many stories from members and I'm not sure there is anyone else in the world that has that expertise or experience.

Last time I was there I asked Marc, "You've been doing this a long time, what's your favorite thing to work on?" his reply was "All the cars that the other shops can't fix".

Another great endorsement!

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Originally Posted by XfireZ51

Marc is meticulous. Just drive the car to Chicago and then fly back.

That would save a lot of money, but I'm not sure I want to drive to Chicago.

Top Toy · 01-26-2022

Find a way to get your car to Marc. You won't regret it.

Sent from my SM-G986U1 using ZR-1 Net Registry mobile app

DRM500RUBYZR-1 · 01-26-2022

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Originally Posted by Top Toy

Find a way to get your car to Marc. You won't regret it.

Sent from my SM-G986U1 using ZR-1 Net Registry mobile app

Marty

tgonyaw · 01-26-2022

If you are planning that much work, the shipping is not that much of the repair bill. I sent my car to Marc last April with a list of needed repairs and maintenance.
The tuning and drivability are spot on. Shipping to Marc will be my choice in the future for any LT-5 tuning or internal work. Marc had several months of scheduled work when I first signed up, so you may want to see what his work load is.
Jim Voter and the Wazoo group have many years of experience with these cars. They are a very approachable and open group.

Black Red '90 · 01-26-2022

I think the consensus in is...Haibeck it is!

Thank You

jcruz · 01-27-2022

Another vote for Haibeck. Sent my 92 to him last year and was blown away by the quality and care of his work.

I agree that shipping costs have gone through the roof. Plus, you might encounter delays in pickup/drop off. I'd ship it one way and drive back home to VA.

Prez1967 · 01-27-2022

If youre confident in the condition of your car currently, just drive it up.

Im in MD and its about 10-11 hours. I figure when its time to take mine up, leave at 3am or so, get there by 3pm and after the meet and greet, hop in an Uber and head to the airport and be home by dinner. Reverse order on the way home lol

Save on shipping, more money for repairs!

01-25-2022	#1
Black Red '90 Join Date: May 2018 Location: Virginia Posts: 79	Haibeck Automotive or Evolution Motorsports I'm considering having the top end ported / refinished, installing a RideTech coilover kit, and repairing a few misc items I don't feel like messing with. I've bought a few items from Marc in the past and his reputation and prices are great. Unfortunately, transport costs have gone through the roof in the last year. I paid Reliable $1600 last April to transport the car from TX to VA. I figured there would be a slight premium now but was hoping with the shorter distance it would be around the same price. They quoted $2,365. Searching other options I stumbled on Evolution Motorsports. They are less than an hour away from me. I don't know anything about the shop, and their top end porting service is much more expensive. Anyone have experience with them?

01-25-2022	#2
Figure8it Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Mokena, IL Posts: 78	Re: Haibeck Automotive or Evolution Motorsports I do not have any information on Evolution, but I recently purchased my ZR-1 and was happy to find Haibeck Automotive in my backyard. After visiting there and speaking with Marc and Bob, I can see why their reputation is so incredible with the Z's. It's all the little things they know. I've heard many stories from members and I'm not sure there is anyone else in the world that has that expertise or experience. Last time I was there I asked Marc, "You've been doing this a long time, what's your favorite thing to work on?" his reply was "All the cars that the other shops can't fix".

01-26-2022	#3
XfireZ51 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chicagoland, IL Posts: 9,708	Re: Haibeck Automotive or Evolution Motorsports Marc is meticulous. Just drive the car to Chicago and then fly back. __________________ [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

01-26-2022	#5
Top Toy Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Allentown, PA Posts: 309	Re: Haibeck Automotive or Evolution Motorsports Find a way to get your car to Marc. You won't regret it. Sent from my SM-G986U1 using ZR-1 Net Registry mobile app __________________ '95 ZR-1, aqua/gray, #167 368 LPE/Haibeck, Web cams, Stainless Works headers, B&B Fusion exhaust, 18" Fikse wheels, Alcon brakes, lowered. 491 SAE RWHP.

01-26-2022	#7
tgonyaw Join Date: May 2018 Location: VA Posts: 201	Re: Haibeck Automotive or Evolution Motorsports If you are planning that much work, the shipping is not that much of the repair bill. I sent my car to Marc last April with a list of needed repairs and maintenance. The tuning and drivability are spot on. Shipping to Marc will be my choice in the future for any LT-5 tuning or internal work. Marc had several months of scheduled work when I first signed up, so you may want to see what his work load is. Jim Voter and the Wazoo group have many years of experience with these cars. They are a very approachable and open group.

01-27-2022	#9
jcruz Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Fort Myers, FL Posts: 343	Re: Haibeck Automotive or Evolution Motorsports Another vote for Haibeck. Sent my 92 to him last year and was blown away by the quality and care of his work. I agree that shipping costs have gone through the roof. Plus, you might encounter delays in pickup/drop off. I'd ship it one way and drive back home to VA. __________________ 1992 #043, Aqua/Gray 40k miles

01-27-2022	#10
Prez1967 Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Finksburg, MD Posts: 244	Re: Haibeck Automotive or Evolution Motorsports If youre confident in the condition of your car currently, just drive it up. Im in MD and its about 10-11 hours. I figure when its time to take mine up, leave at 3am or so, get there by 3pm and after the meet and greet, hop in an Uber and head to the airport and be home by dinner. Reverse order on the way home lol Save on shipping, more money for repairs! __________________ 1994 #353 "Bluey"