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Corvette ZR1 Cuts 6 Seconds from Nürburgring Lap Time

Posted on 9 June 2011 by Ken Zino

A Porsche 997 GT2 RS posted a 7:18 lap time last year, but the Porsche at $350,000 in Germany is roughly three times more expensive than the ZR1, which begins with an asking price of more than $110,000 in the U.S. Continue reading →

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2012 Corvettes at More than 1.1g Lateral Acceleration!

Posted on 28 April 2011 by Ken Zino

Chevrolet announced today that its high-performance 2012 Corvette Z06 and ZR1 models will debut this July with optional Michelin tires that are capable of more than 1.1g in lateral acceleration, the highest ever for the sports car. Continue reading →

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