Getting close......

[JT ZR-Won]

Well, I've got my fingers crossed. I'm looking at a '90 Red on Black with 18,000 miles:) Just trying to work out some payment options that will work for me.....I'll keep everyone posted. I should be getting the VIN# soon. If anyone has any way of researching VIN's, any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.......

Jay

[Rob]

Jay,

Goodluck and fingers crossed here. Keep us posted. Check out our Carfax Center. The link up above under Site Resources.

[JT ZR-Won]

Thanks Rob! I will definately check out the CarFax link when I get the VIN. Kinda sucks right now......I'm in that waiting stage. I'll keep ya posted:)

[Steel Half-Shafts]

Sounds Great Jay,
Keep us posted. Both Rob and I have a 1990 and I'm sure we'll be able to answer most questions that may come up!

-Gordy

[Ken]

Glad to hear that it's gettin' closer to Vette drive time. :cool:

[GreyGhost]

Jay:

I'll bet you're excited and, at the same time, nervous as a kitten. Coupe or Rag top? Six speed or auto? Previous owner service records? Look for everything. Get a second and third opinion. I know all these things are a pain but you won't be sorry later. See you crusin' soon.
__________
:w
Al

[twiget]

Congratulations Jay! I know how it feels to be waiting for the car of your dreams. The check for my GS was lost in the mail, so I got the bank to FedEx a new check to recieving where I work. They lost the check for about 3 hours! Finally it was found and the car was mine!

Al,

All the ZR-1's sold to the general public where 6-speed coupes. There where a handfull of convertible ZR-1's given to GM VIP's though.

Jason

[Djohn01]

There were some prototype ZR-1 Convertibles done by GM, however they were not approved for production and all were destroyed. For the same reason the GS Convertible has the 285 rear wheels in lieu of the 315s that came on the coupe, what killed the idea of a ZR-1 Convertible was the 315 rear tire. If you had a flat rear tire while on the road and the spare went on - there was no place to put the 315 flat. Hence, the ZR-1 Factory Convertibles could not be released to anybody based on safety. Besides, GM hasn't done that for years anyway.

Hope this helps.

Doug Johnson
Editor - Vettes Online

[JT ZR-Won]

Hey, Thanks for the support everyone!:D It's looking very good so far. I'm getting excited over here. I'm happy to say that the ZR I'm looking at has been well taken care of. The current owner has had many Vettes in the past & also has a couple in his garage......which is a great sign. It's an early car......#365 with the steel half shafts. Very clean all over. I'm just waiting on some current pics of the interior & motor (both are said to be in great shape). If they are as nice as the other pics I've seen, this might be the one:)

twiget- That had to be a living nightmare for those 3 hours!.....at least it all worked out!

I'm hoping on an email tonite.....I'm getting nervous....no fingernails left:)

Jay

[Rob]

Jay,

Fingers and toes crossed here dude!!!! Good luck! :D

If I can help, give me a shout.

[Steel Half-Shafts]

JT ZR-Won,
Sounds promising! :J

The ZR-1 your looking at must have been made the same day as mine.
I'm # 357 with steel half-shafts and with just 18232 miles also. :)

They say they took "extra care" building the Early 1990 ZR-1's as the whole automotive world was watching and waiting for "The King of the Hill" to be introduced.

-Gordy

[JT ZR-Won]

Originally posted by Steel Half-Shafts
JT ZR-Won,
Sounds promising! :J

The ZR-1 your looking at must have been made the same day as mine.
I'm # 357 with steel half-shafts and with just 18232 miles also. :)

-Gordy

Gordy, that's pretty cool.....your's was just ahead of it rolling of the line....that's ironic about the mileage too:)

Jay

[JT ZR-Won]

Well, I should know for sure if this whole ZR-1 this is going to happen sometime later today. The dealer will be calling & so will the insurance co. Oh boy...........i'm sweatin' bulletts here.........

[Rob]

Fingers and toes crossed! Good luck Jay. Let us know as soon as you hear anything!

[GreyGhost]

Well Jay:

Waiting to hear about your new car. You said today is the day.

See you on Van Dyke!
__________
:w
Al

[JT ZR-Won]

Originally posted by GreyGhost

See you on Van Dyke!


ha!.....you bet Al:).......well, the insurance quote worked out a lot better than I expected. Somehow the ZR-1 works out to be a little cheaper than my S-10 pick-up!!???:confused: .....hey, that works for me. Just awaiting news from the dealer now. If this works out, I might have #365 in my garage in about 2 weeks. The suspense is killing me:)

[Rob]

I think it may be killing me a little more. I will be psyched if you get this Vette Jay! Actually, I think we all will be. :J

[Ken]

Originally posted by Rob
...Actually, I think we all will be. :J

Jay, you've even got me going; I'm almost as excited as yourself.

Ken

[Rob]

This reminds me of when I was at the point you're at now....it's getting down to the hour....you're pacing back and forth waiting for that telephone to ring.....it rings, you get the ok....you have a sudden rush of adrenalin, do a little dance of excitement with a loud..."YESSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!"....and then it hits.......a vision of the monthly payment start to float by in front of your eyes.....the insurance bill......gently floats behind in tow......and you suddenly think...."oh......$%^&......what did I just do"......as the color slowly drains from your face....and your knees start to buckle. :L :L

[JT ZR-Won]

Originally posted by Rob
This reminds me of when I was at the point you're at now....it's getting down to the hour....you're pacing back and forth waiting for that telephone to ring.....it rings, you get the ok....you have a sudden rush of adrenalin, do a little dance of excitement with a loud..."YESSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!"....and then it hits.......a vision of the monthly payment start to float by in front of your eyes.....the insurance bill......gently floats behind in tow......and you suddenly think...."oh......$%^&......what did I just do"......as the color slowly drains from your face....and your knees start to buckle. :L :L

:D...You hit the nail right on the head, Rob! Yeah, it's basically getting to the point of do or die now. I have to call the dealership in the morning to see what's going on...........(gulp)

[JT ZR-Won]

The suspense is OVER !!! Everything worked out just fine & #365 is coming to Orlando by the end of this week!:D:D:D Time to clean the garage because I might be picking up the car as early as next week! HA!What a relief:D

Jay

[Rob]

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!

CONGRATULATIONS JAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm psyched for you Jay!!!!!!!! Gordy (aka Steel Half Shafts) will have company! :D :D :D:J :J :J

[Ken]

Congratulations Jay. :J :w :s

:D Can't wait to see pics. :cool:

Ken

[Tom Bryant]

:J Congratulations Jay. :J It's ok to breath now.

Tom

[twiget]

Congratulations Jay!:J #365 is sure to have a great new home!

Be sure to post some pics when you get her! I cant wait to see her!

Jason

[JT ZR-Won]

Thanks for the support guys!!!:):) I needed every bit of it. I've been out celebrating. That's why I'm posting at 3:30am:D From what I heard last, #365 is coming down from Atlanta as soon as Thurs. or Fri. It'll be cleaned up a bit, & then I should be able to go pick it up early next week!. More details as I get 'em:D:D

Thanks again! as usual, I'll keep 'ya posted.....

Jay

(looking forward to changing the pic in my signature:))

[Rob]

Ok.....we need details now...not later. :D

Is the Owner's kit coming with it? Original brass ZR-1 key chain? window sticker/documentation? miles? original wheels and tires? what color interior? roof panel color? manual or automatic AC? Give me a second....I'm sure I'll think of more. :L

[Tom Bryant]

Jay,

I wanted to ask you about your ZR1 on the Solid Axle Lounge last night. Sorry that we got tied up with the differential and drive shaft yoke discussion for so long. Manny is putting the complete Guldstrand package under his car. Should be a great ride. Keep us posted on the ZR1.

Tom:)

[JT ZR-Won]

Originally posted by 59Tom
Jay,

I wanted to ask you about your ZR1 on the Solid Axle Lounge last night. Sorry that we got tied up with the differential and drive shaft yoke discussion for so long. Manny is putting the complete Guldstrand package under his car. Should be a great ride. Keep us posted on the ZR1.

Tom:)

Hey Tom....not a problem. I had a rough night last night & needed some sleep anyways:)

Rob......It's Red on Black leather, 18K miles, it does include the original owners kit, 2 tops (the clear top has never been on the car......it's still in the factory plastic), 5-star ZR-1 Rims with recent GSC's (owner has original rims & tires, but not coming with the car:(), Full length Watson headers, Flowmaster cat-back, K&N, & a chip from Jim Smith (Morrison Racing). Car is in excellent condition & I'll see it early next week. If I like it I'm taking it home:D I'll post more details as I get 'em.....

Jay

[Rob]

Awesome! Red on black here as well with just under 20K miles. :) Keep us posted!

[78SilvAnniv]

Any news?
I've been checking back all day!
Don't keep us hangin'!

Silver

[Yoda]

Jay,
Happy is an understatement... Man you deserve the best. I can't relate to your patients and determination to get JUST THE RIGHT ONE... You are a very TOGETHER young man...

We need to see pictures when you get them and maybe a new picture of http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/avatar.php?userid=148&dateline=986850800 because I'm sure that smile is EAR to EAR... :cool: :D

BudD
:w

[Tom Bryant]

On a related subject. My local auto trader has 2 red ZR1s this week. A '90 with 37000 miles and a '91. Anybody interested? If so , I will scan the ads.

Tom

[Steel Half-Shafts]

Great News, Jay!!!! Wecome to the Club :D :s :J

-Gordy

[78SilvAnniv]

Well, I just realized this morning, that the longer posts don't scroll down automatically...you need to click on page 2!!!!! (most threads aren't this long)

I could see the names of the last post-er changeing, but it still showed the same one everytime I scrolled to the bottom....FINALLY figured it out!

Sheeeesh!

Congratulations, Jay, I'll bet you're overjoyed! I also, can't wait for pics!

Silver

[JT ZR-Won]

Thanks for the support everyone! This forum is great!.....

Rare81, you're right. The smile is definately from ear to ear:J

I spoke with the owner yesterday & the car will be in Orlando late Fri. afternoon or Sat. morning. I'm thinking it won't take to long to clean 'er up so it shouldn't be long now:D I'll definately get some good pics too.........more to come:)

[Scott81]

Jay,

Good grief the suspense is killing me, BUY THAT CAR ALREADY! Congrats on finding one so nice, when you get it bring it down for the St. Armands Show on May 5th. I'm thinking about having a BBQ after the show if some friends of mine come in from Orlando, if it happens you're invited as well.

Scott

[Ms Kiss]

I really can't imagine why anyone would want a '90......

LOL enjoy! I still don't know if it's easier to find a good car or make one.

www.geocities.com/usalongfortheride/usalongforther/Page_12x.html

Barbie

[Rob]

Today while I was at the dealership driving around the service center, I caught the telltale signs of a ZR-1 from the rear parked outside. It was a red '90 like mine. I pulled up along side. What a sorry site. The poor car was a complete disaster and looked like it had been through hell. Whoever owned it didn't take care of it. There pieces of fiberglass missing from around the body, the paint was dull and spotted with what looked like fingerprints. It was in a complete mess. I wish there was a way I could have instantly put a hitch on the back of mine and rescued the other ZR-1. I wonder what it was in service for....

[Tom Bryant]

Looks like some serious renovating going on there Barbie. It's going to look great. Keep us posted.

Tom

[Ms Kiss]

It aint a ZR1 :o

but, iz goin be a whole lotta fun :D

that iz when it's done :rolleyes:

OK Hun....:eek:

Ms Kiss's utterly pathetic attempt at rapping....

[78SilvAnniv]

I can't carry a tune in a bucket. That's why I play the radio loud to drown out my voice. Hubby constatnly asks if I can whistle instead of sing!

Silver
:D

[USA ZR1]

Kawabunga,Dude!! Congrats on the purchase,Jay. We're all happy for you.
Clint

[JT ZR-Won]

Thanks again everyone! The car should be in Orlando now. Have to call the dealership in the morning to see when I can pick it up. So far, everything seems to be thumbs up:)

Ms. Kiss, the car is coming along quite nicely. Seems like you've got a nice little project there. Can't wait to see it when it's done!...........

Scott81, I would love to check out the St. Armands show on the 5th but unfortunately I'll be working:( I love that area though........especially near the circle

Rob, that's a shame about that ZR that you saw. I don't think I've ever seen one in that bad of condition. Makes ya just want to smack the owner doesn't it?

Gosh, I hope this works out. I really don't want to let any of you down:) More to come.........

Jay

[JT ZR-Won]

Welp.........Tomorrow is the day. I'll be heading to Orlando sometime in the a.m. All the financing & insurance is approved. Just have to sign the dotted line if I like the car. I'm nervous, anxious, & frieked out at the $$ that I'll owe........but it will be for a good cause:D:D

I'll check back with everyone tomorrow.......more to come:w

Jay

[Rob]

Jay,

If for any reason, you're not comfortable with it, or you find something wrong, hold off. There's no reason to rush into anything. There are more ZR-1s out there. Good luck!