It’s pretty clear the C7 Corvette will see a ZR1 variant sooner rather than later, but as for when, we’re still in the dark. However, the ZR1 prototypes are busy things these days and have most recently been spotted testing at Germany’s famed Nürburgring.
Spy shots show what will likely be the most hardcore, track capable Corvette hitting the ‘Ring with Michigan manufacturer plates to boot. It’s also getting skimpy; gone is the black cladding and we can begin to see more of the Corvette ZR1’s lines, though, it’s still skewed by the swirled camouflage.
Most notable are the gaping front air vents and the large power bulge emitting from the hood, maybe, possibly hiding a 6.2-liter DOHC LT5 V8 engine. Also, the big wing is back for this round of shots and it looks to be taller than ever for maximum downforce at the track. It’s possible active aerodynamics are at work here, too, judging by previous patent images.
Along with the spy shots, this report plays upon the possibility of an August debut for the C7 Corvette ZR1. It’s rumored Chevrolet will unveil the ZR1 at the 2017 Continental Tire Road Race Showcase IMSA event, though, we’ve had our doubts on that date.
Spy shots: Motor1
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A head to head Viper ACR fighter. I’m split 50/50 on the LT4 potentially getting more power in this new variation. We shall see. Awesome!
The ZR1 will be proved in Nurbugring, the Nurb time of the Z06 never ber released because the negative hándicap of this hard aerodinamics not active braking the car in high speeds and does not allow go very fast.
The ZR1 comes to fix this issue.
The ZR1 is going to have to be something special to beat the Camaro ZL1 1LE on the same track.
I’m thinking LT5 with between 680-800hp, big aero (obviously), 10 speed Ford/GM trannie, upgraded brakes, suspension, carbon fibre hood – maybe cf doors. It’s probably going to push this vehicle into the 90-100K bracket costwise.
100k? Think you need to go north my friend!