1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette ZR-1

Year

1990

Listed price

$31,000

Location

Hillsboro, Oregon

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

44,600 miles

When Chevrolet unveiled the C4 Corvette ZR-1 in 1990, it wasn't just another performance variant; it was a statement. Born from a partnership with Lotus Engineering, the ZR-1 featured the revolutionary LT5 engine – a 5.7-liter V8 with 32 valves and four overhead camshafts, a radical departure from the traditional pushrod V8s that defined American muscle. Initially producing a staggering 375 horsepower, nearly 150 more than the standard Corvette, the "King of the Hill" shattered expectations and set numerous speed records, including a 24-hour endurance run at an average of over 175 mph. Its advanced engineering and limited production cemented its status as an instant legend and a true supercar challenger of its era. This particular 1990 ZR-1 exemplifies the model's groundbreaking spirit, presenting in the striking and exceptionally rare Arctic White finish. With only 270 examples painted this color for the inaugural 1990 model year, it stands as a unique piece of Corvette history. Showing a remarkably low 44,600 original miles and having been cherished by just two owners, this ZR-1 has been carefully preserved, retaining its factory-correct specifications and the raw, unadulterated power that defined its legend. The manual transmission ensures an engaging driving experience, allowing the driver to fully exploit the LT5's prodigious output. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a low-mileage, two-owner example of Chevrolet's original "King of the Hill" in one of its most distinctive factory colors.