2025 ZR1 Stops by Jay Leno’s Garage

2025 ZR1 Stops by Jay Leno’s Garage

August 29, 2024 Off By Mike Vietro
 

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Jay Leno recently got an up-close look at Chevrolet’s new C8-generation Corvette ZR1 on Jay Leno’s Garage. Leno, a legendary figure in the automotive world, was joined by GM President Mark Reuss to explore the ZR1’s incredible capabilities.

The new ZR1 boasts a twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter V8 engine, delivering a jaw-dropping 1,064 horsepower. Leno, visibly impressed, noted that achieving similar performance from a European sports car would cost millions.

Reuss added that while the ZR1’s price isn’t set yet, it will stay true to Corvette’s tradition of being both aspirational and attainable.


 

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The National Sprint Car Hall of Fame and Museum just gave away a 670-hp 2023 Corvette Z06 to Thomas Stewart of Fountain Valley, California and now they are launching their biggest giveaway ever…a new 2025 Corvette ZR1 with ZTK and $30,000 CASH to pay the winners taxes. The ZR1 Coupe will be ordered in Competition Yellow and it will have the ZTK Performance Package. Your donation helps a great organization to continue sharing the excitement and history of Sprint Car racing.

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Roy S’s 1967 427/435

I first rode in the white/teal 435 in April 1967, the day the original owner drove it to work. He was a powerhouse, known for drag racing the car, which led to a spun bearing by July 1967 with only 3,500 miles. GM wouldn’t cover the repairs, so he swapped in a new L88 engine. I bought the original motor for my hot rod and have owned it since August 1967. Years later, I acquired the car itself. It’s a no-frills 34,000-mile car with its original bore, still packed with original parts. It scored 99.0 at the Virgina Nationals 2024.

Roy S.



Labor Day Special

1966 Sunfire Yellow Convertible
Under The Same ownership for the last 42 years,
All Original 5 Star Bowtie Award Winner
With Factory A-C!


Sunfire Yellow w/Black interior, 327/300hp, 4-Speed Transmission

To say this ’66 has an impressive paper trail would be a gross understatement! Starting with the original Window Sticker, to original documentation back to ’67, to service receipts, to all its prestigious awards, this is a true blast from the past in every sense of the word!

Totally unrestored and in original condition. Bring your inspector and a checkbook to buy this amazing time capsule factory air-conditioned convertible. Still retains its original California smog pump.

Special Price: $89,000 $79,000




Elite Classics Sold This Week

1963 Z06 Big Tank Corvette
From One Prominent Collection
to Another!


Photo credit and story by Corvette Mike Vietro

We’re excited to announce the private sale of a 1963 Z06 Big Tank Corvette, one of only five known to still have its original, certified engine. After being hidden away for 51 years, and fully restored, this rare gem with a stunning color combo and complete owner history has found a new home. And the best part? It remains in the U.S., continuing its legacy among the elite muscle cars!

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1968 L88 Convertible



Photo credit Jeff Romm

This 1968 Chevrolet Corvette convertible is one of 80 examples built with the L88 package produced for the 1968 model year, has also found a new home.

Don’t expect to see this spectacularL88 for sale again soon.Click Here with questions.


1956 Lister Inspired, Sports Racer



Photo credit Jeff Romm

Another one-of-a-kind car has found its new home.

This unique, custom-built sports racer features an aluminum body mounted on a 1956 Chevrolet Corvette frame and running gear. Originally registered in Pennsylvania in 1961 as a “Lister Chevrolet” with a Special Number Plate, it now carries a California title using the 1956 Corvette VIN stamped on the frame. The Pennsylvania brass tag remains affixed to the firewall.

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