1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Corvette ZR-1

Year

1990

Listed price

$15,500

Location

Denver, Colorado

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

81,820 miles

The Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 arrived in 1990 as a true supercar slayer, representing the pinnacle of American performance and a radical departure for the C4 generation. Born from a collaboration with Lotus Engineering, the ZR-1's heart was the revolutionary LT5 engine: an all-aluminum, 5.7-liter V8 featuring 32 valves and dual overhead camshafts—a significant departure from Chevrolet's traditional pushrod designs. This engineering marvel produced a staggering 375 horsepower, launching the ZR-1 to 60 mph in under 4.5 seconds and a top speed exceeding 175 mph, solidifying its "King of the Hill" moniker. With only 6,939 examples produced between 1990 and 1995, the ZR-1 remains a highly sought-after piece of Corvette history, a testament to GM's ambition and engineering prowess. This 1990 ZR-1 presents an intriguing opportunity, having recently emerged from an approximate 12-year period of storage. Showing 81,820 miles on its odometer, this manual transmission-equipped hatchback retains its original 5.7L LT5 V8 engine, ready to deliver the iconic performance that defined its era. While the wheels have been swapped for later Corvette units, the underlying integrity of this legendary machine appears to be intact, offering a compelling canvas for an enthusiast looking to bring a significant piece of Corvette heritage back to its former glory. This is a chance to acquire a genuine "King of the Hill" and experience the engineering marvel that redefined American performance.