It's 12:01 on December 20, 2007 and the curtain has been raised on a new Corvette model. The 2009 Corvette ZR1 has crossed over from rumor to reality. It's obvious from the first photos that this isn't your father's ZR1. We're talking 620 horses delivered via the supercharged 6.2 liter LS9. A bit lower than the lofty 650 that was speculated, but that is still 115 hp more than the performance-minded Corvette Z06. So here we go, fellas! Sit down, shut up and hang on because we are going to be throwing a whole bunch of Corvette info at you:
Corvette ZR1 Talking Points:<UL>The 2009 Corvette ZR1 is RPO 1LZ
The ZR1 will have a unique, identifying VIN digit, as well as a sequential build number
LS9 supercharged 6.2L V-8 targeted at 620 horsepower and 595 lb.-ft. of torque
Curb weight of 3,350 pounds
Unique Carbon-fiber hood with a polycarbonate window
Carbon fiber roof panel
Unique exterior and interior colors
Only two options: chrome wheels and a "luxury" package
The New King of the Hill: The 2009 Corvette ZR1
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