2008 CHEVROLET Corvette ZR1 6.2 V8 6MT (638 HP)

Vehicle Overview

The 2008 ZR1 was the fastest production Corvette ever to that date and, moreover, was the quickest car in its price range.

While the ZR lettering dated back to the ’70s, it was the ’90s model that stirred more emotions. The 2008 ZR1 was the true King of the Hill among its brothers, and it was quicker than the much-famed Ferrari F430 from the same era. While it wasn’t the best car on cornering, it was a hard-to-catch one on the drag-strip or in straight-line acceleration.

The Corvette followed the same principles as before: light, aerodynamic bodywork, and functional scoops on the sides. At the front of the car, a nose-scoop allowed more air to get to the supercharger covered by a transparent polycarbonate window area on the hood. It was the most extravagant idea made by GM designers for the beloved American supercar. In the coupe shape, the carbon-fiber roof featured two outgrows for the driver and the passenger.

Inside, the Corvette featured a modern-looking interior with an integrated infotainment system installed on the wide center stack. The tall center console hosted the short gear-stick, the handbrake, and a storage compartment big enough for a quick trip to the race-track. Its high-bolstered sport seats offered great lateral support.

From the technical point of view, the ZR1 was more than just a Corvette with a more powerful engine. Its reinforced rear axle, the magnetic ride control, and the limited-slip differential were part of the package. A state-of-the-art fuel injection system fueled the supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine, and the six-speed manual was the only option.