Summary

Extremely rare, fully documented and awarded ZR1. Documented by factory Protect-O-Plate, original title, original Tank Sticker. Factory-original, born-with matching-numbers engine. 4-speed manual transmission. Frame-off restoration.

Details

Very rare, this ZR1 Corvette has less than 25,000 original miles. It is one of 20 built in 1972. The ZR1 was the heavy-duty version of the LT1, a high-winding small-block. In addition to the LT1, the ZR1 package included a manual M22 Rock Crusher 4-speed heavy-duty transmission, J56 heavy-duty power brakes, J50 power brakes, transistorized ignition and special heavy-duty aluminum radiator. The F41 heavy-duty suspension included special springs, shocks and front and rear sway bars. This car is dressed in Pewter Silver over Saddle interior. It was purchased new by Albert Stephan from Rosenthal Chevrolet in Arlington, VA. A three-owner car, it is loaded with original documentation including the original Virginia title, Protect-O-Plate, Tank Sticker and inspection receipts which document its mileage. This car was purchased by a significant collector from the original owner. This ZR1 was then treated to world-renown Kevin Mackay of Corvette repair to undergo a complete frame-off restoration. As many original pieces were retained during the restoration as could be, including the complete original interior. Once the restoration commenced, this car went on to obtain multiple NCRS Top Flight Awards, Bloomington Gold and the Muscle Car & Triple Diamond Award.