Chevrolet Corvette (1990) for Sale in CA

This 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Prototype is an incredibly rare and historically significant piece of automotive history. Finished in black with a black leather interior, this prototype has just over 12,000 miles, most of which were accrued during GM's testing phase. The car features unique elements not found on production models, such as a vented hood, front ram air inlets, and an active control suspension system. The active suspension technology, developed in collaboration with the Lotus F1 program, was state-of-the-art for its time and far ahead of its competition. This Corvette was tested globally, including high-speed runs at Daytona, and was instrumental in GM's pursuit of the world's fastest sports car. Power comes from the 5.7-liter ZR1 V8, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission, delivering a thrilling driving experience. This prototype Corvette participated in a range of tests and was later showcased at the GM Heritage Center and National Corvette Museum. It also appeared in several automotive publications, including MotorTrend, further cementing its status as a groundbreaking piece of automotive engineering.