by New Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Already at Auction
A 2026 model year Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 coupe has appeared on the Bring a Trailer auction site. The car has never been registered and has only 6 miles on the odometer. The seller is not a private individual but an official Chevrolet dealer, which guarantees a full factory warranty. The listing states that the car does not have a title, as it has never been sold to a private individual.
Technical Specifications and Options
The Corvette ZR1 is an even more powerful version of the Z06 model. Its heart is the LT7 engine, a 5.5-liter twin-turbocharged V8 with a flat-plane crankshaft, producing 1064 horsepower and 828 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. Chevrolet claims the car accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in less than three seconds and reaches a top speed of around 233 mph.
This particular example is finished in black with blue accents, including stripes, brake calipers, seatbelts, and stitching. Among the most valuable options is the $10,495 carbon fiber aero package, which includes composite components such as a massive rear spoiler. The car is also equipped with the $4,395 ZTK package, which enhances braking and handling with magnetorheological dampers, carbon ceramic brakes, and Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires.
Other additions, such as the front lift system, carbon fiber interior elements, and dual stripes, increased the total cost of options to nearly $30,000, with the final MSRP being $222,990.
Auction Price and Restrictions
At the time of publication, bids at the auction had already exceeded $250,000, even though there was still a day left until its conclusion. This indicates high demand among buyers who were unable to acquire the car through dealer allocations. However, potential owners should pay attention to the manufacturer’s conditions. Chevrolet has set a strict 12-month resale restriction for each ZR1. If the car is resold before this period ends, the factory warranty may be voided for subsequent owners.
This decision is aimed at preventing speculative resales while new orders are still being processed. The manufacturer emphasizes that the car is intended for driving, not for quick profit. Will this restriction influence your decision to participate in the auction?
Given the technical specifications and restrictions, the Corvette ZR1 remains one of the most powerful cars in its class. Its appearance on the secondary market so quickly indicates dealers’ strategic approaches to sales, as well as the constant demand for exclusive models among collectors and enthusiasts. This situation also highlights how manufacturers are trying to control the market by introducing rules regarding resale.
