no 40th Z's done with Callaway

[supernatural400]

Was thinking of trading my current ride for a 40th ZR1, and send it to Callaway for a supernatural 490 package. According to them they have never done this to a 40th Z. Wonder what the value would be when done. Do you think it would bring the z price down since they only made a few hundred of them. or be worth more since it's one of a kind and most likely won't every get another one to transform

[Yoda]

JMHO...

I think it is a great idea, and would be an awesome Corvette.

The ZR1 community may have to warm to the idea, and the general Corvette Community would look at it in awe, with all kinds of comments.. BUT, like fine wine, with age, I think it would become a collector's Heart Throb, esp. document by Callaway and a complete car history ;)

It would take a special Corvette or Car Collector to have bring top dollar. You would have a one of kind (documented one of a kind) I also think Callaway would want to do a feature on it with specs. that compare the L98, LT4, ZR1 to it, the press alone would help make this something of collector item right off the bat.

Like I said this Is Just My Humble Opinion :D :J

[supernatural400]

just got off the phne with them to verify, they have not done any 40th "z's". but they tell me it would be worth more to leave it stock as it's going to be the next hot collector car. Also price to do the full SuperNatural 490 package with aerobody is around 50k. 19 grand just for the motor. One day she WILL be mine ..

[HwyStar]

I think a Ruby Aerobody ZR-1 would be an awesome car! Why not make it a Twin Turbo? I read about someone doing a Grand Sport w/an Aerobody/SupeNatural and it's supposed to be one of a kind. But a Z w/Aero is way Cool... :)

[supernatural400]

Originally posted by HwyStar
I think a Ruby Aerobody ZR-1 would be an awesome car! Why not make it a Twin Turbo? I read about someone doing a Grand Sport w/an Aerobody/SupeNatural and it's supposed to be one of a kind. But a Z w/Aero is way Cool... :)

There are 5 Grand Sports now done with a Callaway package, two years ago there was only one of them

[JT ZR-Won]

Originally posted by HwyStar
I think a Ruby Aerobody ZR-1 would be an awesome car

I 2nd that :)

Jay

[Stan A]

Hi,

In fact a single 40th Anniv 490hp package was done back in 1996. Callaway records are not that good. I meet the gentleman who owned at the Corvette Expo in Knoxville that same year.

As to twin turbo packages, Callaway is no longer do them. They do not have and cannot get the T04 used in all the other models (except 1987- IHI Turbo System). Roto master is out of business.

Currently, only one ZR1 Supernatural Tw-Turbo was ever built by Callaway. We have heard rumors about another but it has not surfaced. Built at a cost 200k for a gentlemen in upstate New York in 1995. It was a 1994 model. Currently, it is for sale at a blow out price of 140k. This is not a true street car.

I have all the data if anyone is interested. A picture is attached here.

Good day to all,

Stan A

[*89x2*]

There is (and has been) a 40th anniv Callaway for sale (NOT a ZR1) in Warren? MI. the asking price is 24grand fromthe trader ad... Callaway, CONVERTIBLE, 40th Anniversary, ruby red, 450 hp, hard top, 6 speed, too much to list, $24000, (586)764-2569 WARREN
Somebody BUY this car!!!

[EricVonHa]

Chris, is that car still for sale? Seems like what we're talking about here is a one of a kind deal. If it's got loooooow mileage... wanna go halves?

[*89x2*]

Originally posted by EricVonHa
Chris, is that car still for sale? Seems like what we're talking about here is a one of a kind deal. If it's got loooooow mileage... wanna go halves?

Eric, I keep seeing the ad "refreshed". Don't know if it is still for sale. No can do on the 1/2's, I wish but my better 1/2 would put me out in the garage if I bring home another vehicle :eek
I do wish someone would buy it...If it hasn't already

[90Callaway]

Originally posted by Stan A
Currently, only one ZR1 Supernatural Tw-Turbo was ever built by Callaway. We have heard rumors about another but it has not surfaced.

Stan - I just want to clarify this statement. I know there was a big discussion on it about a year ago. This may technically be the only ZR1 SuperNatural TT but it's 1 of at least 3 LT5 Twin Turbos. There is the Cherry Smash Speedster and the LM (Lemans) bodied Speedster with the custom hardtop. They are both LT5 Twin Turbo engines. I know the guy who built the bodies and custom designed the air intakes for the intercoolers. They may well not have started life as ZR1s but rather C4 Convertibles.

My memory is kind of failing me right now but there may have been another LT5 Twin Turbo car that went to England.

[FX GS]

Actually, 2 years ago there were 3 Callaway Grand Sports. I am the original owner of the 1st one done, which was completed in December of '96.
There is a plaque mounted on the underside of the hood, made by the Callaway folks, signifying it as GS #0001. I also had the engine builders sign the hood underside.

[90Callaway]

I agree that a 40th Anniversary Ruby ZR1 would be awesome as a Callaway CR1 with the full Aerobody package. However, I don't think I could bring myself to make the alterations to such a rare car. Personally, I'd much rather take a '90 that needs a little TLC and make it into a supercar. As long as it's going to get engine and paint work anyway, why mangle a pristene car? Now if there happened to be a 40th out there that met with lots of cosmetic damage... that's another story.

[*89x2*]

Kinda funny, looking back at what I had considered purchasing - and what I actually brought home (bless my Wife :) )

I really thought I would end up sleeping on the sofa in the garage after leaving for home w/ the Ruby Aero SNAT 425 - glad I bought it and even better It was well received :upthumbs

I would still go 1/2's on Callaway # 89-010 if we could get it back here to the States ;)

[*89x2*]

Originally posted by 90Callaway
I agree that a 40th Anniversary Ruby ZR1 would be awesome as a Callaway CR1 with the full Aerobody package. Now if there happened to be a 40th out there that met with lots of cosmetic damage... that's another story.

Kevin - there was a Ruby zr1 for 14k or, so... in the Tidewater , VA area a few mos. ago - Hmmm...... ;)

[jonstr]

Originally posted by 90Callaway
I agree that a 40th Anniversary Ruby ZR1 would be awesome as a Callaway CR1 with the full Aerobody package. However, I don't think I could bring myself to make the alterations to such a rare car.

SHAMELESS PLUG
If anybody really wants to do this, I have the perfect car for sale. '93 Ruby ZR-1, 2200 miles. Having it converted would be just like getting a "brand new" Callaway! Click here for details (http://home.earthlink.net/~jonstr/1993pics.htm)

Like 90Callaway, I can't bring myself to do it (nor do I want to sink the $$ into it), but I'm sure someone out there can.

And selling it would make room for the B2K car that I want to replace it with...;)
/SHAMELESS PLUG

Later,
Jonstr

[*89x2*]

Originally posted by jonstr
SHAMELESS PLUG

Like 90Callaway, I can't bring myself to do it (nor do I want to sink the $$ into it), but I'm sure someone out there can.

And selling it would make room for the B2K car that I want to replace it with...;)
/SHAMELESS PLUG

Later,
Jonstr

Shameless plug ;LOL ZR1 looks like a good "donor car" for a CR1 ;)

Here is my 40th Anniv Callaway Aerobody Convertible that I did buy (instead of the 93 Ruby 40th vert mentioned earlier in this thread - Glad I waited for the right one :upthumbs )
http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=4&d=1060910370

[*89x2*]

Originally posted by supernatural400
Was thinking of trading my current ride for a 40th ZR1, and send it to Callaway for a supernatural 490 package. According to them they have never done this to a 40th Z. ... or be worth more since it's one of a kind and most likely won't every get another one to transform

You would have to do a LeMans body since the mold is currently not avail. That would be NEAT!!!! as there is only one other LM ZR1 coupe done :upthumbs
Lotsa value retained in that :)

[Tony C.]

There are 3. Two Speedsters(Aero & LM) & one stealth aqua blue one with no outside mods.(Just two holes in the hood):D

[Crosschkm]

Originally posted by *89x2*
You would have to do a LeMans body since the mold is currently not avail. That would be NEAT!!!! as there is only one other LM ZR1 coupe done :upthumbs
Lotsa value retained in that :)


What is the LeMans body and what mold is broke?:(


Cross

[*89x2*]

Originally posted by Crosschkm
What is the LeMans body and what mold is broke?:(


Cross

The ZR1 tail mold was destryed in a building fire -

LeMans body - it is a whole lot of Carbon fiber :upthumbs

Big John had his LM ZR1 at Carlisle last year and plans to bring it again :)

Are you considering making some changes w/ your 40th ZR1 ???
http://www.fantasycars.com/derek/cars/images/callaway/corvettelm_1.jpg
http://www.y-car.com/mshaf01/img/clm.jpg

[Crosschkm]

IMHO the 40th ZR1 body should not be modified.:nono Less than 230 are on the road today with alot of them in storage:bang (let me out)
I really like the sides and the back of the LM car, but I do not like the hood.
I really can't decide on buying the Aerobdy for my 90 TT. I love the look of that body, but will it hurt the cars value down the line because it did not come from Chevy that way? Heavy thoughts!!;shrug

Cross

[*89x2*]

Originally posted by Crosschkm
I really can't decide on buying the Aerobdy for my 90 TT. I love the look of that body, but will it hurt the cars value down the line because it did not come from Chevy that way? Heavy thoughts!!;shrug

Cross

Cross, One of the guys here just did the body on his B2K...

It looks GREAT!!!!!!!!!

Quoting Reeves on the subject, "sometimes getting the cars & bodies together in time during the production run was difficult"

In other words, many cars were either held for bodywork or the bodies were sent out to be fit later on - I honestly do not think that a properly done Aerobody would hurt the cars value in the least bit - Callaway Cars will document the sale of it to your car and reference it to your car # and VIN #

here is a pic of the bodywork being fianlized - Hope this helps :m
http://www.saleenchat.com/images/cog/COTM-april03/pict13lg.gif

[HoldHard2]

Originally posted by *89x2*
There is (and has been) a 40th anniv Callaway for sale (NOT a ZR1) in Warren? MI. the asking price is 24grand fromthe trader ad... Callaway, CONVERTIBLE, 40th Anniversary, ruby red, 450 hp, hard top, 6 speed, too much to list, $24000, (586)764-2569 WARREN
Somebody BUY this car!!!

Contacted the owner and went over to take pictures.http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/attachment.php?s=&postid=260942

Additional 9 pictures at http://community.webshots.com/album/86445008BhsJaa

Car has 69K miles on it now, PowerEffects exhaust and Centerforce Dual friction clutch. The car is in Warren Michigan, a suburb just north of Detroit.

This owner can be contacted via e-mail at bne211@hotmail.com

HoldHard

[*89x2*]

Originally posted by HoldHard2
Contacted the owner and went over to take pictures. Car has 69K miles on it now, PowerEffects exhaust and Centerforce Dual friction clutch. The car is in Warren Michigan, a suburb just north of Detroit.

This owner can be contacted via e-mail at bne211@hotmail.com

HoldHard

HoldHard, I spoke w/ the owner (I think his name was Don ?? ) last year when I considered buying his car - would be a fun machine at his then asking price of $22k

As I was pondering the thought, I found the 40th Aero 'vert that I did wind up buying :)

I am pretty sure that car has a Hardtop for the convertible too :upthumbs

Were you able to drive the car?? :beer

[HoldHard2]

Originally posted by *89x2*
HoldHard, I spoke w/ the owner (I think his name was Don ?? ) last year when I considered buying his car - would be a fun machine at his then asking price of $22k

As I was pondering the thought, I found the 40th Aero 'vert that I did wind up buying :)

I am pretty sure that car has a Hardtop for the convertible too :upthumbs

Were you able to drive the car?? :beer

Yes there is a hardtop that Don has for the car. No, I did not drive it. It did sound very cool when he had it running in the driveway.

HoldHard

[Redmanf1]

When I talked to him he stated it is a 400 supernatural not a 450 as he was told. He said he called Callaway and they told him as far as they records it is a 400 and was never updated to a 450. I guess the previous owner told him he had some work done on the motor. He seems like honest guy. :)

[*89x2*]

Originally posted by Redmanf1
When I talked to him he stated it is a 400 supernatural. He seems like honest guy. :)

Yeah - he did seem like an upfront kinda guy :) He e mailed me the Dyno sheet from the car - Made some strong #'s :upthumbs

That would make a fun cruiser ;)

[*89x2*]

Vette Magazine June 1996 is quoted as saying " ...their Callaways share the limelite with both of the 92 Supernaturals built by Callaway for Bridgestone tires, a 93 Callaway Anniversary ZR-1 and a 93 anniversary coupe"

Hmmm... Anyone know about those other Texas Callaways??:confused