Great video. I have a 94 ZR1 with 44K miles and drive the hell out of it. I just can’t leave it parked. It’s meant to be enjoyed and I’m gonna enjoy every mile until the wheels fall off.
That is really awesome! Thank you so much for the compliments! It is great that you drive your ZR1. What color is yours? Have you had any issues along the way?
Raiti's Rides Mine is black on black and haven’t had any issues at all. Previous owner definitely took good care of and would occasionally drive it to keep everything in operating order. Thanks. Take care and good content.
Very nice, I'm seriously thinking about a C4 ZR1, something about these cars, they still hold several corvette records "King of the Hill" 👍👍🏁 I pulled thr trigger and bought a 1990 ZR-1, 74k miles, white on red, and she is badass. This LT5 screams, installing headers and exhaust now. Got more mods on the list.
The interior was very nice. The exterior color was different. It’s hard to decide whether I like it or not. Another amazing video from Joe in Charge. 👍
@Stringfellow211 - Welcome to the ZR-1 Family! That sounds like a wicked cool looking ZR-1. As a new owner, if you haven't checked it out already, suggest you check out ZR-1 Net Registry, a website dedicated to the "Gen 1" ZR-1, and is a very useful resource for parts, maintenance and troubleshooting tips, news on events, exclusive ZR-1 merchandise, and a forum for connecting with other owners. (Plus you get really cool ZR-1 Tee Shirts with your annual Membership!) The Legend Lives!
I loved your coverage of the ZR1and you nailed most of all the of the differences to the stock C4 of the day but to really get it, you need put stock side by side with a ZR1, mine has 4:10 rear end, urethane bushings, EPROM,exhaust etc. What a great machine to thrash around for 60k miles.
Great video! I love the zr-1 vettes although the 57 will always be my favorite with the 77 stingray being the second! This is a beauty thanks for some info I did not know
That car is absolutely gorgeous. I wish I could’ve gotten one but was kind of out of my budget. But I’m just as happy with my base model 1991 C4. Maybe some day I’ll get at least the chance to drive one of these beauties 😄
Great review of the ZR-1! I've had a 1991 Black on Black for 12 years, 34,000 original miles. If you have never driven a first generation ZR-1 in Full Power mode and heard the heavens sundered by the absolutely feral howl of the exhaust above 4,000 RPM , felt the G forces compressing you into the bolstered leather seats as you make seemingly effortless, lightning fast shifts up through the gears while negotiating twisting mountain roads with telepathic ease, then you have missed a truly unique automotive experience. The ZR-1 Corvette represents a special time in American automotive history and is truly the first American super car.
Thanks, Raiti's Rides - You seem very knowledgeable about these rare cars. Good news is, the price point is still (comparatively) low for first generation ZR-1's, you can get a great deal on the surviving examples if you do a little research. The ZR-1 Net Registry is a good source to locate them all over the country. (PS - I drove my ZR-1 to work today and taking a long road trip this weekend ...)
Remarkably, very few. All have been age related issues. 1) Most significant was in 2016 had to have all 32 valve guides and valve seals replaced due to age. That was a major head job. Clue was smoking on startup. 2) Driver's side adjustable seat gears and drive had to be replaced in 2011, worn plastic gears. 3) Windshield wiper control PC board in ECM went bad, simple fix, replaced board from Eckler's Corvette in Florida. 4) All 4 rear tail light housings eventually became loose (stripped screws and holes), replaced all 4 housings and lenses from Eckler's.
That is one hell of a run with nothing major besides the valve guides! Great job! What is one of the costlier things that you have heard of happening with the car?
Been driving my turquoise 91 ZR-1 as a daily driver since 2003... It has 170K miles plus and still running like it always has. One of the best value Corvettes to own for the pure driving pleasure of it.
Man, I LOVE these videos. I learn so much from every one of them. I have just an average 95 LT1 white convertible, but I have a nice slice of Americanism. Still scratching my head why someone would put a ZR-1 tag on a LT1??? That's like putting a Porsche 911 tag on a Volkswagen. Come-on People????
Without a doubt, this is 1 of the sexiest, Corvette's, ever built! This was definitely, the car, when I was in school. Till this video, I didn't know Zora Racer (ZR-1) stood for. In my book, you are A1 Raiti Rides 💫
I’m a bit bias but this is my favorite car of all time. Can’t take her out without people commenting and waving. And the car is so damn fun. Always turn the valet key to 405 HP and deactivate the traction control and you’re in for one heck of a fun ride. Great informational video.
Bob O. - That is a great observation, that is one of the few distinguishing features of the ZR-1 aside from the longer doors, wider rear end to accommodate the 11" rear tires and the CHMSL on the roll bar.
Not actually true. From 1984 through 1990, the Corvette had its logo applied via a plastic badge on the rear between the tail lamps across all models. When they face-lifted it in 1991, the standard models switched to the engraved logo while the ZR-1 retained the badge until its demise at the end of 1995. The CHMSL up top is also not strictly a feature unique to the ZR-1, all Corvettes from 1986 through 1990 have it. The only reason they didn't move it on the ZR-1 after the 1991 face-lift is because the tooling for the 1990 ZR-1 was brand new and it would have been ridiculous to do so for a low-volume car. It's also for that same reason that they retained the use of the adhesive badge.
@Naviblue - You own a unique example of American automotive history, one of the last Generation 1 ZR-1's to be made. Glad to hear you love her! (Got to admit, Black ZR-1's have that "outlaw" aura about then and still turn heads...)
I just picked up a 95 convertible Black w/ black interior. Doesn't have that engine in it, so what is it? Says 5.7l on factory sticker with no other info. No shoulder's on rear tag area L&R. New rubber all the way around and ceramic brakes, what do you think its worth with 83k on her?
I had a 1995, #385, made toward the end of the run. Dark Red with Tan interior. I liked it a lot, but to be honest I liked my 96 Grand Sport better. Everything that was wrong with the C4 Corvette, was fixed for 96. I purchased my ZR-1 with only 2500 miles on it, sold it with 4,000 miles on it. I sold 4 of my cars when the 2008-9 fertilizer hit the fan.
......and to those who don't know, Zora Arkus Duntov is the man whose name is behind Ardun overhead valve cylinder heads that are found on thousands of vintage "flathead" Ford Hot Rods.
Saw one of these for sale when I was 18 in front of someone's yard, I was so tempted to go and ask them but I just barely bought a camaro so decided not to lol. This and the grand sport with the blue and white 😍
Great video. When this car was first released in 1990, we would all debate which was better, the ZR-1 or the Callaway. The optional aero body on the Callaway was gorgeous.
Callaway ZR-1 Supernatural was the ticket back in the 90s, Friend of mine owns one in black.. gorgeous car and still even today looks up to date. Aero body, LT5 with 500hp.. makes me jealous.
Awesome mate! I had left school one year when this baby came out 🍻 Yeah the Skylines in the 90s only had about 280BHP.Come along way in such a short time..
Amazing that back in 1990 these cars set numerous world land speed endurance records that have never been eclipsed to this day by another production car.
Raiti's Rides I’m not trying to be a dick, now or then, but I wasn’t really sharing my perspective I was attempting to have a conversation. You kept referring the ZR1 in a way that suggested you may not be clear on the Fact that “pushrod” doesn’t mean “no cams” and this is a common misconception even in the coments many comments say similar things suggesting that the camshaft came tosave the day for the ZR1, anyway for those curious figured worth clarifying even pushrods motors have camshafts, it’s just a cam in the block with the valves up top where the cams are on OHC/DOHC motors
Many things can get lost in translation here on the inter web. To be honest I was exhausted and really didn't want to explain how I know that a pushrod engine has a camshaft There is no reason too, because I have nothing to prove.
I use to own a 1971 Torino GT fastback 351C/C6 with only 19,000 miles & a flawless factory Grabber Blue paint job.. The polyglas magnum 500 spare had never been removed from the trunk.. I use to show that car when I owned it & I never felt the need to place " PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH! " cards all over it.. I never left the car un-attended at shows & when people wanted to sit in it I let them... Out of all those times it never got one scratch, one ding or one rip.. I found that if I did that people were more careful with my car than the cars of other people with the please do not touch cards stuck all over their rides.. When people are treated like children is usually when they act like that..
Joe I have a question I’m in love with the Subaru Impreza hatchback I was looking at a few today 2010 Impreza 2.5 4 speed auto and a 2012 2.0L CVT which one is the most reliable one powertrain wise ?
Daniel Fair It sure has better performance, but it lacks the historical importance and weird story , with the Lotus engine made at Mercury Marine etc. The design is a matter of anybody‘s personal taste and we can hardly argue about that, even though the C6 is sure good looking.
GM and Lotus jointly designed the engine as GM owned Lotus at the time . Mercury marine assembled the engine as they has lots of experience with aluminum castings and the engine was low volume compared to what GM was used to making. That hood stripe was added by the owner or a previous owner . The factory did not put that stripe on any ZR-1s . Possible that a dealer could have added it . Definitely not factory though . I have a 91 ZR-1 that I’ve had for 13 years. It’s a fun car . If you ever get the chance to drive one or go for a ride in one , don’t pass it up.
Thanks so much for your reply. Right after your review I subscribed. Hope you have more Corvette content coming in the future and good luck with your channel.
Wow, that is really great! Thank you so much for your support! I actually filmed some Corvettes today so those will be coming down the pipeline. I try to answer any question that I can. Thanks again!
C4 Factory Corvettes came out of there with 240 horsepower not 235. I had a 88 convertible and put 205 heads and Flowmaster computer chip racing transmission in there and that thing was insane. Pushing about 500 horsepower Dyno tested but that's my guess. It was an Edelbrock Performer 500 horsepower kit head and camshaft I'm not sure if he placed the intake injectors or not. Flowmaster exhaust and a cold air intake. and then went to C5 came out I heard they were supposed to be twice as good as a C4 is and I was like all that money put into this thing and the new ones are that much better.
@@RaitisRides no problem it's not hard to fall in love with these cars that's for sure as a passenger and even more so as a driver. The only thing I didn't love about them was that $100 here $500 there $300 here and that was for like nothing. They literally hundred dollar bill you to death with them cars after warranty.
@@CONTENDER791 yeah you're right they did have the earliest of the c4 with a very limited have a little less horsepower and they didn't didn't make a Corvette one year do you know what year that was? One of them years either 83 84 85, if my memory still works at all. I think it was more the 83 is the one I would say that wasn't made. But I could be wrong, I've been wrong plenty of other times
Kevin, thats cause they were fudged, you gotta make an $18,000 engine option a WANTED add on, or things don't sell. Thats the ket to 1st & 2nd year runs on sports cars.
Daniel Fair Are you implying there was a conspiracy between multiple independent reviewers to lie for GM in their reporting of the performance of this car year one? Because that’s the only way a discrepancy like that could have happened if the numbers were “fudged”. I’d also have to see some additional examples of sports cars that got slower as the model years progressed in order to even begin to believe your theory.
I really enjoy your content and presentation style. One constructive criticism though. Get a cheap clip on mic for audio. The audio quality is holding you back from making this channel as good as it can be. No offense intended. Keep on rocking. Good video.
P I thank you so much for your awesome feedback. I have listened and have purchased all new gear. So you will see the transition which has all ready started with some of my recent videos I’ve uploaded. The problem is I still have footage I’m proud of that I recorded with the old gear and want to share it. You are 100% correct and I appreciate your support. Please stay tuned for more!😊👍🏻
Raiti's Rides no worries. Just want to see your channel do well. As a future video idea, how about the new Miata coming out this fall with a little more power? Maybe a driver's car showdown featuring a Miata and one of the 86 twins. Thanks!
Sorry, but viper had the big boy tires and engine back in the 90s. Regardless, will have a c4 zr1 and gen 2 viper gts in my garage in the future, both in red 😍
Raiti's Rides awesome! They are both american legends and more realistic replacements for my dream cars, lambo countach and ferrari f40. Essentially supercars on the cheap 😂😂
I always thought the first year 90 ZR1 were cool. They were the only ZR1 to have the "original" C4 front end & square dash. They also had the old style swirl wheels and only 375 hp--as did some other years but I THINK 90s are the most valuable? Am I correct?
The 1990 ZR1 is my favorite! For1990 though they got ride of the square fully digital dash. The 1990's ZR1s are still pretty low in the depreciation cycle. You can get a really good one for $25k
The 1990 ZR-1s (or even the regular 1990 Corvettes) do not have the square dash, only the prototype press cars that they demoed in 1989 had those. The actual ones you can buy have the first face-lift with the 4-spoke wheel, airbag, grey plastics, and orange labels. But they do still have the original front clip, side vents, and my favorite styling feature: the black rub strip going around the belt-line. I have a 1990 ZR-1 myself, and wouldn't accept any other year.
Cruse With Spirit - I put at a set of Goodyear Eagle F-1 DS-G3's on my 1991 ZR-1 a few years ago, they have been a fantastic tire so far, they hold the road like super glue. No slip at all on aggressive cornering and wet traction is amazing, I've driven in driving rain on twisting mountain curves, and it corners like it is on rails. They have a very aggressive V-shaped tread pattern that efficiently channels water away . You can get them for both ZR-1 and for Base Model C4's
@@jamescarson4087 i had the Goodyear F1 runflats on my 6-speed '10 GS from the factory, I could break the tires loose at 50-55 mph on a dry road, tread wear was trash also. Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 ZP, waaaaaay better.
I thought they actually made a couple 83 corvettes (of course they didn't go into full production). Then a few laws or something came out, delaying the c4 until 84.
They did have a couple pre-production 1983 Corvettes but not one was ever sold to the public. They actually started selling the 1984 Corvette in last 1983. Thanks for watching!
@@RaitisRides Yes, but one pre-production 1983 Chevy Corvette is alive and resides at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky(home of the Corvette since 1981). Great video and information on your vlog here, *subscribed.*
They delayed it because they were having problems sorting it out for production, and they delayed it so long that the rules changed so it made more sense to label it an MY84 and certify it only once.
I like your videos, but Zora was not the "father" of the Corvette. The "father" of the Corvette was Harley Earl. Zora Arkus-Duntov was the "Godfather" of the Corvette. Zora was the man that pushed the Corvette to be a bad-ass racer, that created the "Corvette mystique". Kepp up the good work! Check out my story in Vette Magazine... www.superchevy.com/features/1802-founding-fathers-part-4-corvette-godfather-zora-arkus-duntov/
I appreciate you taking the time to comment. I was just saying from my perspective that is all. I understand about Harley Earl and Bill Mitchell. Zora is the person that made the Corvette what it should of been since day 1. Thank you for sharing your article. I will definetly read it. I actually had my 1985 Corvette featured many moons ago in Vette magazine and Corvette Fever!
Great video. I have a 94 ZR1 with 44K miles and drive the hell out of it. I just can’t leave it parked. It’s meant to be enjoyed and I’m gonna enjoy every mile until the wheels fall off.
That is really awesome! Thank you so much for the compliments! It is great that you drive your ZR1. What color is yours? Have you had any issues along the way?
Raiti's Rides Mine is black on black and haven’t had any issues at all. Previous owner definitely took good care of and would occasionally drive it to keep everything in operating order. Thanks. Take care and good content.
That is so great to hear! Thank you for your kind words!
Did you buy it new?
I didn't know the ZR-1 acronym stood for Zora Racing.
Thank you!!
1 of 13 ever made in factory Aqua Metallic. This man is in the presence of a legend. My hair would stand up being near this car. Cool video.
Beautiful ZR-1, I remember this car coming out and all the (well deserved) hoopla over it. I’ve seen several over the years here in Nashville, TN
Very nice, I'm seriously thinking about a C4 ZR1, something about these cars, they still hold several corvette records "King of the Hill" 👍👍🏁
I pulled thr trigger and bought a 1990 ZR-1, 74k miles, white on red, and she is badass. This LT5 screams, installing headers and exhaust now. Got more mods on the list.
YES SIR! Thanks for the compliment!
Hey boss, i just want to say that your content is great. I really enjoy what you're doing on here.
Richard Hynes thank you so much sir for saying that! It is great to have people like yourself in my corner! Stay tuned for more!😊👍🏻
I have a 93 c4 and love it. I got my learn on as you pointed out what is unique to the ZR1 and that example sure looks like a gem 😍👍🏼
That is so wonderful!
Man. Thats vette is 🔥🔥🔥
Beautiful Corvette!, very unique colour and really good preserved.
Cool review! , very precise specs and features of this C4 ZR1, my fave Vette :-)
I am so glad that you liked this one! I am grateful for your support!
As always, thank you for a great review. Priceless Corvette history information.
That is so awesome of you to say! Thank you for watching!
The interior was very nice. The exterior color was different. It’s hard to decide whether I like it or not. Another amazing video from Joe in Charge. 👍
Thanks my friend! This was a special car for the time.
I really dig the fascinating facts you give us. Super informative!!
Thanks for taking the time to say that! I really appreciate your support!
I just purchased a 1994 ZR1 black with tan interior, thank you for enlightening me on some of the nuances of the ZR1.
Stringfellow211 congrats on your new to you ZR1! It’s a great car!
@Stringfellow211 - Welcome to the ZR-1 Family! That sounds like a wicked cool looking ZR-1. As a new owner, if you haven't checked it out already, suggest you check out ZR-1 Net Registry, a website dedicated to the "Gen 1" ZR-1, and is a very useful resource for parts, maintenance and troubleshooting tips, news on events, exclusive ZR-1 merchandise, and a forum for connecting with other owners. (Plus you get really cool ZR-1 Tee Shirts with your annual Membership!) The Legend Lives!
That is so awesome for you to share that info!
Thank you, I'll check it out and register.
I loved your coverage of the ZR1and you nailed most of all the of the differences to the stock C4 of the day but to really get it, you need put stock side by side with a ZR1, mine has 4:10 rear end, urethane bushings, EPROM,exhaust etc. What a great machine to thrash around for 60k miles.
Great video! I love the zr-1 vettes although the 57 will always be my favorite with the 77 stingray being the second! This is a beauty thanks for some info I did not know
That car is absolutely gorgeous. I wish I could’ve gotten one but was kind of out of my budget. But I’m just as happy with my base model 1991 C4. Maybe some day I’ll get at least the chance to drive one of these beauties 😄
Thank you for sharing your input! I totally believe that you can! I love the C4 generation and I want it to get the total respect that it does!
Nice job on this video. Love the color on this ZR1. I own a 1993 ZR1 in the polo green color (1 of 22) My dream car for sure!
Thank you for the compliment! You are a lucky man! How many miles do you have on her?
Just over 30,000 miles
Another great review Raiti's Ride
Thank you so much. for saying that!
Great review of the ZR-1! I've had a 1991 Black on Black for 12 years, 34,000 original miles.
If you have never driven a first generation ZR-1 in Full Power mode and heard the heavens sundered by the absolutely feral howl of the exhaust above 4,000 RPM , felt the G forces compressing you into the bolstered leather seats as you make seemingly effortless, lightning fast shifts up through the gears while negotiating twisting mountain roads with telepathic ease, then you have missed a truly unique automotive experience. The ZR-1 Corvette represents a special time in American automotive history and is truly the first American super car.
Thank you so much for your really great compliment! You are a luck man to own one of these beasts!
Thanks, Raiti's Rides - You seem very knowledgeable about these rare cars. Good news is, the price point is still (comparatively) low for first generation ZR-1's, you can get a great deal on the surviving examples if you do a little research. The ZR-1 Net Registry is a good source to locate them all over the country. (PS - I drove my ZR-1 to work today and taking a long road trip this weekend ...)
That is so awesome! I really want one. What kinds of issues have you had?
Remarkably, very few. All have been age related issues.
1) Most significant was in 2016 had to have all 32 valve guides and valve seals replaced due to age. That was a major head job. Clue was smoking on startup.
2) Driver's side adjustable seat gears and drive had to be replaced in 2011, worn plastic gears.
3) Windshield wiper control PC board in ECM went bad, simple fix, replaced board from Eckler's Corvette in Florida.
4) All 4 rear tail light housings eventually became loose (stripped screws and holes), replaced all 4 housings and lenses from Eckler's.
That is one hell of a run with nothing major besides the valve guides! Great job! What is one of the costlier things that you have heard of happening with the car?
Did you guys catch that. Raiti said 5k subs back in 2018. Right now my man has 857k subs. Keep up the great vids Raiti.
It's a great car and underappreciated for it's time
I totally agree with you!
@Jeff Spicolli I took it out yesterday, people miss those days now
That's a beautiful example of legend. I would have bought it as well. Good video sir.
Thanks Ricky! You have great taste!
@@RaitisRides You’re welcome and yes I do. (:
Been driving my turquoise 91 ZR-1 as a daily driver since 2003... It has 170K miles plus and still running like it always has. One of the best value Corvettes to own for the pure driving pleasure of it.
That is so awesome of you to share!
Now that’s a beauty! Great review!!
I really love the ZR1!
Great detail. Thanks.
Thank you for taking the time to comment and watch!
First iteration of the Corvette ZR-1 was 1969 in the C3 body! good stuff
Thank you for that extra info and for watching! I really appreciate it!
Pretty cool. I like that interior.
yukikevo I’m glad you enjoyed this. It really is a perfect example!
Man, I LOVE these videos. I learn so much from every one of them. I have just an average 95 LT1 white convertible, but I have a nice slice of Americanism. Still scratching my head why someone would put a ZR-1 tag on a LT1??? That's like putting a Porsche 911 tag on a Volkswagen. Come-on People????
Without a doubt, this is 1 of the sexiest, Corvette's, ever built! This was definitely, the car, when I was in school. Till this video, I didn't know Zora Racer (ZR-1) stood for. In my book, you are A1 Raiti Rides 💫
What an absolutely beautiful machine!
I’m a bit bias but this is my favorite car of all time. Can’t take her out without people commenting and waving. And the car is so damn fun. Always turn the valet key to 405 HP and deactivate the traction control and you’re in for one heck of a fun ride. Great informational video.
ZR1 LT5 Chris thank you for the compliment and for sharing your experience. Have you had many issues with her?
Also only on a ZR1, the corvette littering out back uses raised black lettering. Regular corvettes of the time had engraved lettering in the plastic
Bob O. - That is a great observation, that is one of the few distinguishing features of the ZR-1 aside from the longer doors, wider rear end to accommodate the 11" rear tires and the CHMSL on the roll bar.
Not actually true. From 1984 through 1990, the Corvette had its logo applied via a plastic badge on the rear between the tail lamps across all models. When they face-lifted it in 1991, the standard models switched to the engraved logo while the ZR-1 retained the badge until its demise at the end of 1995. The CHMSL up top is also not strictly a feature unique to the ZR-1, all Corvettes from 1986 through 1990 have it. The only reason they didn't move it on the ZR-1 after the 1991 face-lift is because the tooling for the 1990 ZR-1 was brand new and it would have been ridiculous to do so for a low-volume car. It's also for that same reason that they retained the use of the adhesive badge.
Awesome video! I have a teal 95 vette with the lt1most definitely willing to trade lol
Thank you so much for your compliment! The LT1 is a great engine!
I have a Black ‘95 ZR-1 Most don’t give them much love but I love her!
They are amazing cars! I use to drool just thinking about them when I was in high school back in the early 90's!
@Naviblue - You own a unique example of American automotive history, one of the last Generation 1 ZR-1's to be made. Glad to hear you love her! (Got to admit, Black ZR-1's have that "outlaw" aura about then and still turn heads...)
It truly is an amazing car!
I just picked up a 95 convertible Black w/ black interior. Doesn't have that engine in it, so what is it? Says 5.7l on factory sticker with no other info. No shoulder's on rear tag area L&R.
New rubber all the way around and ceramic brakes, what do you think its worth with 83k on her?
Sparky Dog it has the LT1 engine! That is a good question!
I just love that blue color ... it suits.
What can I say about the rest ?
Even the engine is a masterpiece.
C4 ZR1 Forever!
I had a 1995, #385, made toward the end of the run. Dark Red with Tan interior. I liked it a lot, but to be honest I liked my 96 Grand Sport better. Everything that was wrong with the C4 Corvette, was fixed for 96. I purchased my ZR-1 with only 2500 miles on it, sold it with 4,000 miles on it. I sold 4 of my cars when the 2008-9 fertilizer hit the fan.
That is really awesome! Thanks for sharing that!
I own a C4.. Thank you for shedding some light this Vette.. I have a base model but it's still good to belong to the Corvette family.
Mike Giles the corvette family runs deep! I personally love the C4 Corvette! What year is yours?
Raiti's Rides I have a 1992, 6 speed.. I've been rebuilding it the past 2 years .. Looks great now.. Check it out on Instagram.. Mg_streetkandi
That is really awesome! I am going to check it out right now!
@Mike Giles - Welcome to the family, enjoy your C4 Corvette!
James Carson thank you sir.. 👍🏁
......and to those who don't know, Zora Arkus Duntov is the man whose name is behind Ardun overhead valve cylinder heads that are found on thousands of vintage "flathead" Ford Hot Rods.
Saw one of these for sale when I was 18 in front of someone's yard, I was so tempted to go and ask them but I just barely bought a camaro so decided not to lol.
This and the grand sport with the blue and white 😍
The 1996 Grand Sport is my dream C4 Corvette!!!
Raiti's Rides absolutely! Love a car that is track focused and has the hp to back it up.
Mr Valenzuela I even love the extra flared fenders they added!
It was a Lotus designed and MerCruiser built engine.
Pha Q thank you for the extra input! I really appreciate you watching.👍🏻
I believe he atleast mentioned lotus (designed) and mercury marine made engine
@@josephrenshaw7672 I believe gm owned lotus at the time.
I love c4 ZR1s due to its twin cam engine!!
Great video. When this car was first released in 1990, we would all debate which was better, the ZR-1 or the Callaway. The optional aero body on the Callaway was gorgeous.
I totally love the Callaway Corvette. Especially what he would eventually run at Le Mans!
Callaway ZR-1 Supernatural was the ticket back in the 90s, Friend of mine owns one in black.. gorgeous car and still even today looks up to date. Aero body, LT5 with 500hp.. makes me jealous.
Man, that color is the bomb!
It pops very nicely
This teal color was everywhere in the 90s, unfortunately.
Awesome mate! I had left school one year when this baby came out 🍻 Yeah the Skylines in the 90s only had about 280BHP.Come along way in such a short time..
Reflection Car Care Detailing it really is mind blowing! I’m so glad you enjoyed this! It was the top dog fir its time!
Raiti's Rides Wasn’t this a rival of the NSX mate 🤔
Reflection Car Care Detailing yes sir! Also, Porsche 911, Ferrari Testarossa, Lotus Esprit Twin Turbo etc...
They lied though..... they actually had more HP.
Lot of cars over the years have been underrated especially the GTR. Great point!
SO clean!
Thanks a lot nice car 114 Mph in 3rd gear, then my father told me, thats ok by now, is my turn to test drive. Great memories from 1995.
Monstrous car. Motorweek got a 12.8/112mph out of a 90 ZR1. Even today, very fast car with a very exotic Lotus motor. Great car.
Beautiful corvette’
I want the Nova in the background though.
You have good taste!
@@RaitisRides I love the compact shoebox look they have.
They are made to have fat rear tires.
One of the best sleepers to build.
So iconic 😍
snakeskinner2 it really was, and probably one of the best looking engines hands down.
Originally square tail lights was a ZR1 thing too
I know.
When lifting up the hood revealed a sexy metallic motor....not an abundance of faux plastic engine parts like today's cars
Amazing that back in 1990 these cars set numerous world land speed endurance records that have never been eclipsed to this day by another production car.
I totally agree with you! It is such an amazing car and a unique Corvette!
Joe they have some killer deals on corvettes in Miami Trade your RS and 20 large get 2019 Torch Red Grand Sport
I would love to but it's not in the cards for me right now.
Pushrod V8’s have cam’s too ya know, i wish people called them OHV or Cam in Block etc. just so people dont get confused
I appreciate you sharing your input and perspective! Thank you so much for watching!
Raiti's Rides I’m not trying to be a dick, now or then, but I wasn’t really sharing my perspective I was attempting to have a conversation. You kept referring the ZR1 in a way that suggested you may not be clear on the Fact that “pushrod” doesn’t mean “no cams” and this is a common misconception even in the coments many comments say similar things suggesting that the camshaft came tosave the day for the ZR1, anyway for those curious figured worth clarifying even pushrods motors have camshafts, it’s just a cam in the block with the valves up top where the cams are on OHC/DOHC motors
Many things can get lost in translation here on the inter web. To be honest I was exhausted and really didn't want to explain how I know that a pushrod engine has a camshaft There is no reason too, because I have nothing to prove.
I remember when these came out, they were claiming 70mph burnouts.
The third brake light looks better on the spoiler!
make it a stroker.
Disagree, the pod is distinctive.
I use to own a 1971 Torino GT fastback 351C/C6 with only 19,000 miles & a flawless factory Grabber Blue paint job.. The polyglas magnum 500 spare had never been removed from the trunk.. I use to show that car when I owned it & I never felt the need to place " PLEASE DO NOT TOUCH! " cards all over it.. I never left the car un-attended at shows & when people wanted to sit in it I let them... Out of all those times it never got one scratch, one ding or one rip.. I found that if I did that people were more careful with my car than the cars of other people with the please do not touch cards stuck all over their rides.. When people are treated like children is usually when they act like that..
I totally agree with you George and I have had similar experiences with that as well! Thank you for sharing that with us!
Joe I have a question I’m in love with the Subaru Impreza hatchback I was looking at a few today 2010 Impreza 2.5 4 speed auto and a 2012 2.0L CVT which one is the most reliable one powertrain wise ?
I would go manual all day long. The CVT transmission can have issues. Plus you will get a tad quicker accleration.
Raiti's Rides so is better to get the 2010 with the 4 speed tran? How reliable would it be?
Anderson Rodriguez if all the Maintenace has been done correctly it should be very reliable. How many miles are we talking about?
Raiti's Rides i think 100K Nd another has like 120K I think
One owner tho
BTW there is ONE and only 1983 Corvette and it resides in the Corvette Meuseum.
ZR1 is 3" wider from the front of the doors back.
Best ZR1 ever made.Period.
I totally agree with you!
Sorry to disagree, but the c6 ZR1 is the bomb.
Daniel Fair It sure has better performance, but it lacks the historical importance and weird story , with the Lotus engine made at Mercury Marine etc. The design is a matter of anybody‘s personal taste and we can hardly argue about that, even though the C6 is sure good looking.
4k subscribers during this video. Time has changed :)
One of my favorite corvettes of all time that's for sure. Prolly the C6 ZR1 then this
Yes they are it is still most unique corvette ever made in old school it's awesome
So very true.
GM and Lotus jointly designed the engine as GM owned Lotus at the time . Mercury marine assembled the engine as they has lots of experience with aluminum castings and the engine was low volume compared to what GM was used to making.
That hood stripe was added by the owner or a previous owner . The factory did not put that stripe on any ZR-1s . Possible that a dealer could have added it . Definitely not factory though .
I have a 91 ZR-1 that I’ve had for 13 years. It’s a fun car . If you ever get the chance to drive one or go for a ride in one , don’t pass it up.
I appreciate you giving us some insight.
Great review of the ZR1. You mention the rear tire size, but you don't mention what the width of the rear wheel is? Just curious.
I really appreciate your compliments, The rear wheel size is 17x11 where as the standard Corvette was a 17 x 9.5. Thank you so much for watching!
Thanks so much for your reply. Right after your review I subscribed. Hope you have more Corvette content coming in the future and good luck with your channel.
Wow, that is really great! Thank you so much for your support! I actually filmed some Corvettes today so those will be coming down the pipeline. I try to answer any question that I can. Thanks again!
had a 2000 c5 mill yellow great car but im a 370 z man now but never say never always looking!
I am the same as you! You just never know!
Long Live The King !!!
Most 1990s Color ever = teal/ turquoise 😎
Aren't those the lt1 exhaust tips? I thought the zr1 had the quad tip style, or am I wrong? Nice video.
Good eye! This owner had changed it for personal tastes.
@@RaitisRides only the 90 and 91 had quad tips... 92-95 had a single wide tip design.
C4 Factory Corvettes came out of there with 240 horsepower not 235. I had a 88 convertible and put 205 heads and Flowmaster computer chip racing transmission in there and that thing was insane. Pushing about 500 horsepower Dyno tested but that's my guess. It was an Edelbrock Performer 500 horsepower kit head and camshaft I'm not sure if he placed the intake injectors or not. Flowmaster exhaust and a cold air intake. and then went to C5 came out I heard they were supposed to be twice as good as a C4 is and I was like all that money put into this thing and the new ones are that much better.
Thanks for your input and feedback! I really appreciate you sharing your experience!
Actually they did come out with 235 hp , in earlier than 1988 C4's
CONTENDER791 thank you so much for the info and input!😊👍🏻
@@RaitisRides no problem it's not hard to fall in love with these cars that's for sure as a passenger and even more so as a driver. The only thing I didn't love about them was that $100 here $500 there $300 here and that was for like nothing. They literally hundred dollar bill you to death with them cars after warranty.
@@CONTENDER791 yeah you're right they did have the earliest of the c4 with a very limited have a little less horsepower and they didn't didn't make a Corvette one year do you know what year that was? One of them years either 83 84 85, if my memory still works at all. I think it was more the 83 is the one I would say that wasn't made. But I could be wrong, I've been wrong plenty of other times
Will a ZR1 hood fit on a base?
Nice color
It really screams 1990's!
What type of shorts is he wearing?
Finalize777 they are made by a company called Volcom.
my fav vette. i lke the rear lights,not circle and not square
I totally agree with you! I love the 1990-1995 ZR1s!
@@RaitisRides timeless. T.Y.
YES SIR!
Helloooooooo
is that for Sale ???
What a motor NICE
Anthony Santillo I’m so glad you liked this one! Thank you for commenting!
I have 2 C-4s in my collection.. 86&96 collector Edis. always wanted the ZR-1 U have some nice cars,
Thank you so much! I love the C4 generation Corvettes!
Zora Arkus Duntov was the man.
the ZR-1 for Sale ???
Surprisingly, the fastest acceleration numbers any reviewers were able to get out of the entire ZR-1 run were from the lower HP '90 models.
That is really surprising considering they had less horsepower. Thank you for watching!
Kevin, thats cause they were fudged, you gotta make an $18,000 engine option a WANTED add on, or things don't sell. Thats the ket to 1st & 2nd year runs on sports cars.
Daniel Fair Are you implying there was a conspiracy between multiple independent reviewers to lie for GM in their reporting of the performance of this car year one? Because that’s the only way a discrepancy like that could have happened if the numbers were “fudged”. I’d also have to see some additional examples of sports cars that got slower as the model years progressed in order to even begin to believe your theory.
I really enjoy your content and presentation style. One constructive criticism though. Get a cheap clip on mic for audio. The audio quality is holding you back from making this channel as good as it can be. No offense intended. Keep on rocking. Good video.
P I thank you so much for your awesome feedback. I have listened and have purchased all new gear. So you will see the transition which has all ready started with some of my recent videos I’ve uploaded. The problem is I still have footage I’m proud of that I recorded with the old gear and want to share it. You are 100% correct and I appreciate your support. Please stay tuned for more!😊👍🏻
Raiti's Rides no worries. Just want to see your channel do well. As a future video idea, how about the new Miata coming out this fall with a little more power? Maybe a driver's car showdown featuring a Miata and one of the 86 twins. Thanks!
P I that’s a great idea! I’m going to put it together!😊👍🏻
Best looking mainstream engine was the Yamaha SHO.
Need corvette, must.. Have.. Corvette...
You better get in line! lol What is your favorite year?
Raiti's Rides the current one c7's are my favorite. I own a sti but my heart belongs to american v8's.
Jimmy's Brother very cool! What year is your STI?
Raiti's Rides its a 2017 wr blue, you reviewed the 2018 in the same color. That car was stunning!
Jimmy's Brother it’s the perfect color for that car!
Sorry, but viper had the big boy tires and engine back in the 90s. Regardless, will have a c4 zr1 and gen 2 viper gts in my garage in the future, both in red 😍
Calin Campbell that’s exactly how I would have my garage!
Raiti's Rides awesome! They are both american legends and more realistic replacements for my dream cars, lambo countach and ferrari f40. Essentially supercars on the cheap 😂😂
Yes sir! I drooled over both of those when I was in high school in the early 90's.
I always thought the first year 90 ZR1 were cool. They were the only ZR1 to have the "original" C4 front end & square dash. They also had the old style swirl wheels and only 375 hp--as did some other years but I THINK 90s are the most valuable? Am I correct?
The 1990 ZR1 is my favorite! For1990 though they got ride of the square fully digital dash. The 1990's ZR1s are still pretty low in the depreciation cycle. You can get a really good one for $25k
Jay, from what I have heard the 1990 ZR-1 is destined to be very collectible and the values are already going up.
The 1990 ZR-1s (or even the regular 1990 Corvettes) do not have the square dash, only the prototype press cars that they demoed in 1989 had those. The actual ones you can buy have the first face-lift with the 4-spoke wheel, airbag, grey plastics, and orange labels. But they do still have the original front clip, side vents, and my favorite styling feature: the black rub strip going around the belt-line. I have a 1990 ZR-1 myself, and wouldn't accept any other year.
You didn't mention the square(ish) tail lights! That's the easiest way to tell if it's a ZR-1, regular Vettes have round tail lights.
On in the year 1990. From 1991-1995 ALL Corvettes have round tail lights.
@@RaitisRides For 1990, only the ZR-1 had square taillights. From 1991 to 1996, ALL Corvettes had SQUARE taillights.......
I WANT ONE
Hello I'm a Corvette fan I would please like to know the color of this car? Thank you for your time and you have a good day.
Know of any good tires for c4’s
I would do Michelin
Cruse With Spirit - I put at a set of Goodyear Eagle F-1 DS-G3's on my 1991 ZR-1 a few years ago, they have been a fantastic tire so far, they hold the road like super glue. No slip at all on aggressive cornering and wet traction is amazing, I've driven in driving rain on twisting mountain curves, and it corners like it is on rails. They have a very aggressive V-shaped tread pattern that efficiently channels water away . You can get them for both ZR-1 and for Base Model C4's
@@jamescarson4087 i had the Goodyear F1 runflats on my 6-speed '10 GS from the factory, I could break the tires loose at 50-55 mph on a dry road, tread wear was trash also.
Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 ZP, waaaaaay better.
Not sure if I'd rather have the ZR1 or the 96 LT4.
I thought they actually made a couple 83 corvettes (of course they didn't go into full production). Then a few laws or something came out, delaying the c4 until 84.
They did have a couple pre-production 1983 Corvettes but not one was ever sold to the public. They actually started selling the 1984 Corvette in last 1983. Thanks for watching!
@@RaitisRides Yes, but one pre-production 1983 Chevy Corvette is alive and resides at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky(home of the Corvette since 1981). Great video and information on your vlog here, *subscribed.*
They delayed it because they were having problems sorting it out for production, and they delayed it so long that the rules changed so it made more sense to label it an MY84 and certify it only once.
The intake looks like that thing that clamp itself on your face in the movie alien 👽...
So very true! Now I can't un-see it lol!
It's the last year of the 1995 zr1.
It's also the last year of 1995.
1955 is when the small block chevy evolved.
1984 covette was a pice of shit i had one ...... i spent more time fixing it then driving it... i sold it for the 1990 nissan 300 zx 2 plus 2
The 1984 Corvette with the cross-fire injection is the worst engine period! I LOVE the 300ZX!
There's only one 1983 corvette. It's in the corvette museum.
Hey, Doogie, "DO NOT TOUCH" !!!
I did not touch.
@@RaitisRides I was waiting to see if You did, you did an awesome job getting real close. I enjoyed it.
Looks like your 1 year off homie xD
ZR1 and ZR2
I am going ZR1!
I don't want the big block ZR2 to be forgotten. That said, I doubt we will ever see big block ZR2's built again... although it gives me an idea.
That is very good point! Thank you for sharing your perspective!
You could have called this " Corvette's For Dummies" lol
Thanks I think?
I like your videos, but Zora was not the "father" of the Corvette. The "father" of the Corvette was Harley Earl. Zora Arkus-Duntov was the "Godfather" of the Corvette. Zora was the man that pushed the Corvette to be a bad-ass racer, that created the "Corvette mystique". Kepp up the good work! Check out my story in Vette Magazine... www.superchevy.com/features/1802-founding-fathers-part-4-corvette-godfather-zora-arkus-duntov/
I appreciate you taking the time to comment. I was just saying from my perspective that is all. I understand about Harley Earl and Bill Mitchell. Zora is the person that made the Corvette what it should of been since day 1. Thank you for sharing your article. I will definetly read it. I actually had my 1985 Corvette featured many moons ago in Vette magazine and Corvette Fever!