ZR1 Hits A Top Speed Average Of 233 MPH

ZR1 Top Speed

Chevrolet just dropped a full video of the 2025 Corvette ZR1 hitting an average of 233 MPH at the ATP track in Papenburg, Germany. Behind the wheel was GM President Mark Reuss, who credited the car’s engineering and preparation for the impressive run. Reuss kept the ZR1 in Sport Mode, pushing it to the 8,000 RPM redline in 6th gear.

The two-direction top-speed run clocked in at 233.08 MPH and 233.50 MPH, averaging 233 MPH. Chevrolet proudly claims it’s the fastest production car under $1 million, achieved with a standard ZR1—no special modifications, just the stock chassis, aero package, and Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires.

“Setting this record was a surreal experience,” Reuss said. “The mid-engine design made this possible, and it’s a true testament to the ZR1’s power and the incredible team behind it.”

As the holiday season approaches, mark your calendars for the third-annual Concours at the Wynn, starting November 1st. This weekend-long event is a must for car enthusiasts, food lovers, and those who appreciate luxury. Set against the Wynn Golf Club, the event will feature stunning pre- and post-war cars, elite Hypercars, cutting-edge EVs, and rare Concept cars. Enjoy curated gourmet food, live entertainment, and exclusive event packages, including luxurious suite options at the Wynn.

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Rusty’s 1969 Automatic L36

Upon graduating from medical school in 1969, I purchased my first car: a 1969 Monza Red Corvette Stingray at Baher Chevrolet in Northridge, CA. ($5927.50). This was a unique car because it had the RPO L36 427cu, 390 hp engine paired to the Turbo Hydra-Matic Automatic Transmission (80% of Corvettes that year had a manual transmission). The car did not come with the factory side exhaust option (a one-year-only option) but I added the side exhausts after acquiring the car. I sold the car in 1974 and have never seen an identical car for sale.

Rusty

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Originally purchased by Allen Robert Tierman in 1962, this Corvette has been passed through the family, owned by his brother-in-law Jerry Burnetti, and eventually passed to his grandson, Michael Ditolla, before coming into the current owner’s hands in 2011.
Powerful 327/340hp Engine: Under the hood is the legendary 327 cubic inch V8 engine, delivering an impressive 340 horsepower. The original engine has never been removed and retains its factory-correct engine pad stamping and casting dates.

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1971 LS5 Convertible

Very sharp big block Convertible!

Steel Cities Gray with Black Interior

If you’re in the market for a classic American muscle car with impressive horsepower ratings, look no further than this stunning 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. This model proudly showcases the last year of gross horsepower ratings before the 1972 shift to net ratings, which were significantly lower due to changes in measurement practices for insurance purposes. While the horsepower figures dropped, the performance didn’t necessarily diminish. Chevrolet anticipated the move to unleaded fuels, prompting adjustments in compression ratios. This means the 1971 Corvette remains a standout in terms of power and performance.

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