The 1990 Corvette ZR1, hailed as the world's best production sports car, traces its roots back to 1953 and iconic racing venues like Sebring, Pebble Beach, Watkins Glen, and Daytona. This video introduction to the ZR1 brings a wealth of knowledge to both dealers and owners (or aspiring owners). It features the design, engineering, and high-tech forward-thinking highlights of the ZR1, which is powered by a V8 engine.
Design: Chief designer John Cafaro highlights the lean, clamshell design, a hallmark of Corvettes since the 1960s, which simplifies maintenance.
Performance and Handling: John Powell of Powell Motorsports demonstrates the ZR1's outstanding braking and handling capabilities at the Mosport Road Course. The car's sophisticated electronics and computerized maintenance system are also discussed.
Engineering: The video emphasizes the legacy of Corvette chief engineers from Zora Arkus-Duntov to David McLellan. The engineering team, including Jeff Yachnin (Corvette Engineering Business Manager), Jerry Fenderson (Corvette Body chief engineer ), H. Doug Robinson (Corvette Technical manager), James Minniker (Corvette Powertrain Manager), and Michael Andalora (Corvette Electrical Systems Manager), along with Rich Ceppos of Car and Driver, explain the car's advanced technologies. Fenderson describes the new, softer, "womb-like" interior with its jet cockpit feel, while McLellan emphasizes the car's dynamic range, which offers 300 ft lbs of torque at 1000 rpm and a power peak at 6200 rpm.
Features: The instrument panel displays both English and metric units, including trip odometer, fuel economy, and tachometer. Warning lights are clustered for easy visibility. The ZR1 features an electronically controlled ABS system, a smart airbag system, and the FX3 selective ride system, offering "tour," "sport," and "performance" modes. A unique three-key system supports ignition, door lock, and a "Power Key" that unlocks the full 370 horsepower.
The video also covers driver maintenance, power accessories, heating and cooling systems (including solar sensors), a unique 200-watt, 6-speaker sound system with speed-compensated volume, the removable roof panel, spare tire location, appearance and care, and the Corvette's racing heritage. The ZR-1 wasn’t just a sports car, it was a glimpse into the future of automotive technology.
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CHAPTERS:
1:07 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 Owner Orientation
3:38 Corvette Design - John Cafaro - Chief designer Corvette
5:47 Mosport Road Course near Toronto - John Powell. Powell Motorsports, Advanced Driving School
6:58 Corvette Engineering Team
11:57 Instrument Panel
14:52 Warning Lights
17:26 ABS System
18:11 Driver Information Center
18:35 Selective Ride System
20:47 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System (Airbag)
22:43 Light Controls
23:49 Corvette PowerTrain
27:12 Keys - ignition, door lock and power key
28:25 Tires
30:05 Driver Maintenance
31:43 Power Accessories
33:00 Heating and Cooling
37:25 Sound System
40:35 Removable Roof Panels
42:43 Removing a Spare Tire
46:19 Appearance & Care
47:55 Corvettes Race
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