1992 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette ZR-1

Year

1992

Listed price

$53,995

Location

Fresno, California

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

52,099 miles

The C4 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1, often hailed as "The King of the Hill," represents a monumental achievement in American performance engineering. Introduced in 1990, the ZR-1 was born from a collaboration with Lotus Engineering, then owned by General Motors. Lotus developed the revolutionary LT5 engine: an all-aluminum, 5.7-liter V8 featuring 32 valves and dual overhead camshafts, a stark departure from the traditional pushrod small-blocks. This sophisticated powerplant initially produced 375 horsepower, a staggering figure for its time, propelling the ZR-1 into supercar territory with a top speed exceeding 175 mph. For 1992, the LT5 received a bump to 405 horsepower, further solidifying its legendary status and cementing the ZR-1 as a true technological tour de force in the Corvette's storied lineage, with only 6,939 examples produced over its five-year run. This particular 1992 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1, showing 52,099 miles on the odometer, transcends its already impressive factory specification as a meticulously executed restomod. Undergoing a comprehensive rotisserie restoration, every aspect of this iconic coupe has been renewed and enhanced. The original 5.7L V8 engine, mated to its engaging manual transmission, has been significantly upgraded with performance modifications expertly performed by Marc Haibeck, a name synonymous with optimizing the LT5 powerplant. While specific power output isn't listed, Haibeck's work is renowned for unlocking the full potential of these sophisticated engines, ensuring this ZR-1 delivers an exhilarating driving experience that far exceeds its original formidable capabilities. This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a C4 ZR-1 that blends a significant piece of Corvette history with modern performance enhancements from a respected specialist.