Corvette C6 ZR1 | 1000HP Death Trap
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- čas přidán 1. 06. 2024
- We review a well-modified 2009 Chevy Corvette C6 ZR1 that makes over 850WHP. Unfortunately, it didn't make it, had some cooling issues and clutch slave problems. This is the fun of modified cars. For roughly $70,000 on the used market this supercar-like beast may be a good value for those considering cars like the Porsche 911, Acura NSX, BMW M cars, Audi RS, and Mercedes AMG products.
Thanks To Autobahn Country Club
#cars #corvette #zr1
Index:
00:00 Intro
00:41 Interior Impressions (Broken Car Edition)
1:41 Mechanical Impressions
6:52 Under The Hood
10:15 Driving Impressions Autobahn Country Club
14:13 Final Thoughts - Auta a dopravní prostředky
When the speedometer looks like a tachometer, you know it's serious.
I saw it but I didn’t really pay attention. So I went back and looked. That speedometer is climbing as fast as that tachometer. That is scary. I don’t know if I want to be in something quite that quick or fast.
@@GRSEMETROMALL you won't know until you try. I always implore people to drive a bunch of cars before making a decision
I was noticing that myself. Seemed like the speedo was sweeping faster than the tach needle.
when your tachometer looks like a speedometer it’s serious
@@zTheBigFishz one of my favorite cars is the c6 z06 simply for that reason. Manual transmission, roaring v8, all motor, rwd, and fast as hell. Everything people say about these cars, good or bad, goes away when you get behind the wheel. It provides a raw and exhilarating experience that not a lot of cars can provide, especially these days. They're light and handle really well too. Great in a straight line, and amazing around a track. This goes for the c6 z06/zr1, and c7 z06/zr1 really.
When a car makes you giggle it has value that's unquantifiable.
what about if that same car will literally kill you and likely somebody else in a truly magnificent accident
@@splak_5624 cars don’t kill anybody they’re inanimate objects. Thousands of people get killed in Kia’s every year.
@@stevemassarone1470 nice one, way to genuinely engage with the topic 🤡
@@splak_5624 what a buzzkill
And that’s literally the only thing this and my Fiat 500 Abarth could possibly have in common. Haha
CEO of GM: “Hey, whatcha guys working on in there?”
Chief Engineer: “Do you have Above Top Secret security clearance?”
@lucas tenere ramon where?
@lucas tenere ramon You're right, that is a pretty blue Corvette.
To my eye, the C-6 is one of the best-looking Corvettes of all time.
Agree, they are not aging as badly as the C7 likely will...
@@cmacd8879 I’m a big fan of the C6, but the C7 seems to be aging very well, and I like it’s exterior design.
@@cmacd8879 Circles are largely known to be timeless elements and the rear of the C7 will likely not be as attractive in the future
early c3 is best
Looks like a pissed off SHARK!
The synchronized tach and speedo from 45-85 is extremely satisfying.
@lucas tenere ramon tf
T56 and TR6060 (Others as well) have 4th gears that are perfect 1:1
C6 is the best looking Vette generation.
facts
Based
C2?
For me, C3 and C7 are my faves.
C2 and c6 no dount
Owning a Z06 from this generation with a measly 505 hp and knowing how fast it accelerates I can only imagine how this would cure prostate issues of flow when you’re pissing yourself in fear.
the C6 Z06 has a ring time that's only three seconds slower than the ZR1
@@shekelwarlocke only 3seconds? But then, power don't translate into ring time that well.
@@TsLeng Yeah good point. The 911 GT2 RS has like 150 less hp than the 918 but was faster because it was making almost all of its power the whole time. The 918 was making as little as 600 in some areas, so it was slower. The ring favors consistency and smoothness, not just 1000 hp.
I still want the ZR1 tho lol
My C6 Z06 make close to 600whp (H/C/I/E) + fixed valves. That is with stock TB & IM. Something about NA 7.0 liter 427.8 cuin engine that cant be beat for the $$$. Plus is is lighter than the ZR1 and about half the cost. ZR1 will always be more of a rare collectors car IMO. Then again if you want a 1000HP car you cant beat the LS9
@@shekelwarlocke the Z06 is also 200lbs lighter than the ZR1
When Mark starts dropping all the profanity, you know it's a serious car, lol
I'm glad Jack could take time out of his day to help Mark with his bowel movements.
Mark had to bust out the nail brush shirt for this one, what an honor.
and the beeper on the belt!
I tried... but I just don't 'get' that shirt. I can think of a few ways to interpret it, but none of them are funny enough to be the intent.
@@kleinbottled79 it's called boomer humor. Don't invest too much time into it. It falls into the "wife bad" humor boomers enjoy.
@@kleinbottled79 My thought is that you’re working in the car so much you need something to clean your nails.
@@l00tur it’s gen x humor. Boomers are about 70 now. Mark may even be an old millennial
Mark's initial reaction to the pedal to the floor reminded me of a childhood memory. I was 8 and my Dad's friend Ed, who worked for Dodge, came over to give us a ride in his newly-acquired 71 Super Bee. The only car I had ridden in up to that point was a Pontiac Catalina wagon and my grandfather's Oldsmobile sedan. Ed eased it onto the highway and punched the gas. It was like the sky cracked open. I could barely speak.
And an enthusiast was born! Awesome story, sir!
Reminds me of my 2014 RT Challenger, that has some light modifications (shift kit, CAI, catback exhaust from CORSA). First time I test drove the thing I got onto the highway, which was a ramp with a speed limit of 25, I rolled into the throttle up until 35 then punched it - once it downshifted holy shit it blew me away. Sunk back into the seat and flew by everyone, I heard it roar going through the highway underpass so loud; even with the windows up. I went from 35 to 80 in what felt like only a few seconds. It blew my mind. Fell in love with the thing and bought it immediately
Took the words right out of my mouth 🙂
I take the “rolling with three inches personally “, Mark. Your words are hurtful.
I don't know how he manages to keep burning us like this and we still come back to watch the next thing..... It's some voodoo, I tell you what.
😂
#3inchesisaverage
What did he mean by that?
Fastest car I've even been in. SAE used to host an annual young automotive professional conference. One year I was lucky enough to ride in a ZR1 around the 5 mile oval at GM's Milford proving grounds. The driver took us up to 165 mph. He let off for a moment and asked me if I was ready, then stood on the brakes from about 150 to 50. I literally saw stars from the g-force and seat belt choking the shit out of me. Was an experience I will never forget.
This, for me, is the most beautiful modern Corvette design ever. You just got to love that aggressive stance.
I can always tell how good the car being reviewed really is by the shits & giggles present.
A lot of laughs and a lot of poop in this video
This car must be really good.
The intro gave me Gran turismo 5 opening vibes for sure, with the piano...
Etude Op 25 no 11. Surprised to hear it here but definitely works.
One of the best openings to any game ever made, I'd say
Gave me your lie in april flashbacks
Somebody went all-in with the Amazon quilted leather
lmao
You guys remind me of my honda accord, which means You are basically the best, but still not everyone can acknowledge it
Which gen?
More Like S2000
@@ivanjovanovic362 it doesn't matter
@@VanSharkPL That's the right answer
The C6 ZR1 is a timeless, gorgeous, piece of American metal. I will always admire it.
*fiber glass
@@ChevyCamaroIsBetter lol
I've been waiting for this video. The c6 z06 is the best car for the money, performance wise. The zr1 is just that extra step of brutality that no one really needs, but many desire.
id still take a hellcar ,demon or viper over this any day of the week....wouldnt want to look like a old man going thru a midlife crisis like every corvett owner is.
@@Scypher0th then you haven't driven these cars lol. I have been in a c6 z06, zr1, manual hellcat, etc. Even have a viper acr review coming. For the money, a c6 z06 and in some cases, a c6 zr1 is the best for the money, performance wise
@@Scypher0th you that insecure/fragile about how you think people look at you about driving a certain car? I mean, if you’re buying a car because of the performance and what it can do, who gives a shit?
@@Scypher0th I've seen mostly old guys driving hellcats, demons, and vipers too. You're just a mopar fanboy
I dont know about "Best for the money" due to the LS7's valve dropping issue. By the time you're done fixing the issue and upgrading while it's torn apart you could be into a ZR1.
Naturally this is a well done in-depth look at the iconic ZR-1, but I wanted to praise you on the outstanding graphic design, well spaced Futura font & very clean editing utilizing gorgeous rolling shots with the perfect addition of killer drone camera-work, a very nice video man!
That motor sounds perfect. It’s not crazy loud tooling around, but then becomes a full on race car at speed on the track.
It is the best looking modern corvette period. Also, I would say 8 miles a gallon for a 1000 horsepower car is pretty damn impressive lol.
I love when people act snobby around certain cars then they laugh ,giggle and gasp when experiencing it firsthand. My buddy was like that about my supercharged e32 m3. As long as it puts a smile on your face and doesn't break down constantly Im sold.
The amount of giggling while driving this car is hilarious.
Those tires are almost as bald as the bald eagles this thing lets out when you floor it
Or Mark’s head
@@johnandstephanie377 damn lol
@@johnandstephanie377 hahahaha
I absolutely love these muscle car videos. So much more fun than boring BMW clinical videos.
Jack's Patagonia shirt becoming progressively more sweaty and stained throughout the episode gives off Joe Rogan's comedy special vibes. And Jacks not even going apeshit on a stage.
Death trap is right, it’s one helluva impressive piece of machinery! It takes a whole lot more daring than I have to get behind the wheel of something like that lmao
Yeah even I puckered when I saw them loose it a bit at over 100 kph at the end of the video!
Probably easy to poodle around in. Flirting with the edge of traction in a straight line at 70 mph is genuinely hair raising stuff however. Much like a liter sport bike, you cannot even start trying to push them on the street... safely. They exist purely to prove that there >is< such a thing as too much power. I'm glad they make 'em but have little desire to own 'em.
@@kleinbottled79 facts
Agreed. Not a car for someone to jump into without some kind of track experience. My son has a 2020 C8 and it scares the hell out of me. Now he is going to order a 2022 C8 Z06, not sure why he needs more speed but I guess I am just getting old.
@@mshinn13 horsepower becomes an obsession for some sportscar enthusiasts- there's always more to be had from mods and they're no longer satisfied with what they have as soon as they see a newer version with more. IMO it's a big sign of immaturity and thrill chasing and competitiveness in wanting to be the fastest car on the road. Ironically, and unfortunately for others on the road nearby, the overwhelming majority of people driving said cars aren't remotely experienced or competent enough to handle that kind of power.
You can't both complain about the car's interior based on its price ("interior is [bad] for a car that costs 100,000"), and then go on to say that it's a bargain when talking about the performance. You see where the money went, you know they couldn't have made it have both the performance AND a posh interior for that money.
This looks like the aftermarket Caravaggio seats and interior.
They're car journalists. They have to bitch about something and remind everybody that no car is perfect.
They could have done better than that. A couple of thousand more would have been no big deal in a car that expensive. This was not a car for the price-sensitive.
@@markmiller3279 I doubt it would just be a couple of thousand more when the production numbers aren't that high. It's a car for Corvette fans. If you're getting this, you know what Corvette is and what it's not. They could give it the best interior, and guys like Jeremy Clarkson would still say you can't drive it for whatever stigma comes with an American sports car.
Seeing the speedometer move as fast as the tach is all you need to know, damn.
"it's quick... It's pretty quick."
"no shit."
I love the end acceleration clip when you can watch the fuel needle move.
I'm 16 getting my license next month. Is this a good first car?
It is if you want to be also your last one.
@@miloslogic I'm just worried I'll outgrow 1000hp. I want to daily this car for at least a few months before I move on to a more serious car
Yeah, its okay, but your friends may make fun of you for not having a Lamborghini. Honestly less than 1200 hp neans it can barely pull itself.
@@daltontaylor6184 that's what I'm worried about. I guess the car could hold me over for a few more months if I go to 1200hp
It’s fine. Remember if you really want to flex in front of the high school parking lot, turn off T/C and punch it from a 30 roll.
1000HP deathtrap with no racing harness 😂
At this point, it's probably not about possibly surviving a crash, but making sure you're dead ;)
Racing harnesses are actually more dangerous than 3 points.
Look up this video if you wanna understand why: */watch?v=dxmjzFLfBVE*
Yeah I think I would wanna be dead if I wrecked this
If you're running a harness you'd better have a HANS device aswell
We don't need no stinking harness.
That interior still exceeds my expectations
No heinous tablet screen in it
This is one of the funniest reviews I have seen in a while. These 2 guys obviously have contempt for the corvette and the white guy doesn’t even try to hide his sarcasm and disgust. At the end of the video, even the owner himself sounded sarcastic - it made me laugh all the way from beginning to end. Liked.
Man, with that intro I had to immediately like the video. This youtube channel is so underrated.
Those tires look a little… loved!
Sketchy sounds like an understatement lol
I noticed that real quick. They are ready to be changed about 1000 miles ago
Needs a set of R888s....that thing is sketchyyyyy
I know the owner. He planned to have them film the car last fall but it didn’t work out. Waited until they did it this year so they wouldn’t roast his brand new tires
I'm just glad they did a video on this beautiful car. It is still, in my biased opinion, the best car designed on the planet bar none.
I can't imagine wanting to modifying one of these to go faster... I drove one at the Corvette school at Spring Mountain back in 2012. They're incredibly fast cars, surprisingly easy/confident to drive, and what shocked me the most was the lack of overheating issues despite tracking it all day in NV in JULY with the AC on the whole time. I don't know how they screwed up the cooling system on the C7's.
You guys are doing an awesome job, always look forward to your videos! So stoked your giving the C6 some love!!
This is why the c6 zr1 will be my forever car. Too raw, too fast, still a timeless design. With an updated steering wheel and seats with the 3zr package the interior is a decent place to be.
I have been waiting for this for a longgg time. Again, you guys do an astonishing job. The quality of the videos is surreal.
I love these guys. Informative, great production quality. They are true enthusiasts.
So good to see those rear tires smoothing out nicely!
This is flat out my favorite car😍 last of the Real Corvette🔴🔴 🔴🔴 I think the taillights was the trademark for the CORVETTE🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
I remember seeing one of these when I was just 19, it just looked like such a cool car. The ZR1 would be in my dream garage any day
Stating the obvious, but GM really did put all their eggs in one 6.2 liter basket.
This car was at the edge of drivability with factory horsepower levels.
The intro was impeccable. The score and the choice of clips made it just perfect
I love your guys reviews so simple yet get to the point
Died seeing Mark's shirt. I really needed this laugh today
The ending with that hard acceleration was epic. Do this more on your videos.
Oh and have Jack do more “Final Thoughts” as well. (:
One my all time favourites. Hope to drive or own one day. Thanks for the brilliant cinematography, information, humor and soundtrack 🙏🏾
That Op. 10 -12! You people always make great choices in… everything. Love this channel.
Loved this! C6 ZR1 is timeless.
you got that right its a car that hasn't evolved at all since the 1990's dated and build for old farts
This, the C6 Z06 and the new C7 Z06 and ZR1 are unbelievable performance bargains. Probably the biggest performance bargain of all time
Forgot the grand sport...
@@MarkHoover-dv7mf and the SS1LE
@@GERONIMO326 100%
@MarkHoover-dv7mf I currently have a 2020 2SS 1LE and I LOVE it. The Alpha chassis is amazing, great steering feedback, and the manual Tremec transmission is phenomenal. Brakes are unreal, and the grip this car has is just ridiculous. GM sports cars man, gotta love them
@@GERONIMO326 i have a 13 grand sport 6 speed manual. The thing is a lot of fun. The only real downside is how low the car is. Sometimes I think a camaro would have been a better choice because I literally can't make it up any kind of bump/incline without hitting the splitter. I have about 3.75" of ground clearance.
Watching the speed rise so quickly at the end... So sweet!
The C6 ZR1 is definitely one of the best Corvettes ever made
That blue is just amazing
4:11 that neck scratch when you’re trying to remember what you read the night before 🤣
I nearly purchased one last year back when they were $50k - these prices have escalated quickly. However, I still think I made the right decision with my Carrera T!
The T definitely doesn’t stand for testosterone
The 911 is nice but definitely not shit your pants excitement
@@BrazilBro_ wtf are you even talking about?
You guys make great videos! Thanks for the content.
Really enjoying the content guys...the camaraderie and the disputes make it authentic. Don't change the formula.
god I can't wait to put those LED taillights on a C6 when I can buy one
It's time to feature the box that Mark stands on for the "In the Shoppe" segment. It could be an easy marketing opportunity for your channel.
It’s the bespoke Bendpak Box.
The C6 ZR1 and Z06 are the most capable and beautiful vetts ever built. The C6 ZR1 from factory coming in at just over 3k pounds. This vehicle will perhaps always be the best power and reliability for the money.
Say what you want but Chevy hit it our of the park with this model. This particular specimen is a rocket ship. Amazing.
This and the C7 ZR1 are my top dream cars. I'll get them someday 🙏 My C5 LS3 Z06 will do for now 😁
What happened to the LS6, can I have it
@@rantdeville previous owner swapped them and sold the LS6. But this LS3 is pretty stout w/ 12:1 and solid roller cam on e85
@@Fast-is-Fun that's badass man. What kinda power are you at with the cam and e85?
@@brandonsever2576 it made 566whp on pump E85. The fun part is the 7800rpm redline 😎 revs forever with the stock rear gear tho 3.23 or something?
@@Fast-is-Fun that must be incredible. I had a c5 last year but ended up selling it because it wasn't as fun as I was expecting. I think a 7800rpm motor would solve that problem 😂
11:30 this is a real world review
Instant Subscribe
More chuckleheads!!! Awesome video though. A bit shocked at how much modification it had. I remember the zl1 1le review for TRi and even then you were a bit overwhelmed.
Solid video, awesome car!🔥👍🏼🇺🇸
excellent and accurate review as usual, those really are an outstanding bang for the buck. I dig them..
Fuck yea, that chopin in the intro was awesome. My favourite composer :D
@Harry James Pleat ok
So if this trap deals 1000 HP of damage, my character will survive having 1001+ HP.
This doesn't kill you, so you guys are high level for sure!
King of the hill. It takes a lot of mods on most cars to equal a two-generation old stock car that was based on a car that came out in 1997. A 25 year-old platform. With an engine design dating back to the 50's. I love these cars and all the Vettes from C5-C7. They will probably be relevant forever even if the looks don't age well like a 911.
I think the wide body C6 generation will age very well... I still get some people thinking my C6Z is a new car (obviously not serious enthusiast), I still hear it every year!
that aftermarket carbon rear diffuser is stunning
“INTERIOR IMPRESSIONS” aaah f*ck do we gotta do this again 😭
Complete with the Gran Turismo 6 intro music
Love the Gran Turismo esthetic of the intro! And the semi-Scott impression with that sweet Motorola pager!
Glad you guys are doing older cars
The antidote to EVs and detached computerization
Please do a C6 Z06, heads/cam, ~600whp... thank me later.
Junk
@@david999938 He yells from his clapped out, '95 Civic, F&F decals, "race car".
Oh yes. Absolutely my favorite Corvette ever made.
Great opening music and editing. The best.
C5 is the best bang for the buck removable top pop up lights & not overpriced 💯
The day I will be able to afford one and import it to the EU can't come soon enough!
Jermey Clarkson has one go steal his lol
8MPG and EU fuel prices let's gooo
It won’t.
Funny watching you two silly girls.
This one lol
One of the best cars ever made. Awesome video.
I’ve always loved the c6 z06 & zr1 bodies! They look amazing!
Even the car feels like it's afraid of itself haha
day 18 of asking sg for an audi rs3 review
YES
Given that it's not even being imported into USA until at least September, prepare for many more futile days
Tgey review cars that are actually available to their American viewers, or about to be.
@@markmiller3279 rs3 is available in United States bro, go look at fb marketplace
My favorite vette of all time
Entry with Chopin….dramatic, epic! Tune and car!
I’ve never heard such shrieking from SG. Those soy injections have to stop. They’re having a monstrous effect on his testosterone levels.
That Interior doesn’t look stock, looks a Caravaggio interior.
Most definitely not stock. Not sure why they didn't point that out because anyone thinking that's what they're going to get with a used ZR1 will be greatly disappointed.
@@Cheezes101 this video got less time maybe?
@@Cheezes101 i agree 100%. I can’t wait for someone to go looking for a C6 ZR1 for 60K expecting the interior to look like that lol
Thanks for pumping the prices up guys
When you get a guy who drives cars professionally giggling at how crazy a car is… you know it’s something special.
I’ve been eagerly waiting for the day you guys put out a video on the c6 zr1 this has been my dream car since I was 11 and it WILL be the next car I get
Just stumbled across the channel and I'm not disappointed!
That interior is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Great video guys, hilarious and entertaining
To me the c6 zr1 is my dream car. In my eyes the c6 zr1 is a mechanical masterpiece.