Rare Corvette ZR1 Auction: Will This 875-Mile Gem Smash Records?
When it comes to classic cars, few names inspire as much awe as the Chevrolet Corvette. The C6 Corvette ZR1, known as the 'Blue Devil,' is a particularly revered model. This week, car enthusiasts and potential buyers should pay close attention to Bring a Trailer, where the 87th ZR1 ever made is up for auction. With just 875 miles on the odometer, this Jetstream Blue beauty could potentially redefine market values for Concours-condition C6 ZR1s.
The car world defines a Concours-level vehicle as one that could compete in the world's most prestigious Concours d'Elegance events. According to Hagerty, the valuation experts in the classic car industry, a #1 condition 2009 Corvette ZR1 is valued at $133,000 — an 8.1% increase this year. While these figures are already impressive, the current auction has seven bids driving the price into the six-figure territory with days still left for the auction to unfold. All eyes are on this Corvette to see how high the bidding will go and whether it can surpass existing market expectations.
Interestingly, this isn't the only high-caliber ZR1 making waves recently. Last Thursday, Bring a Trailer saw another ZR1 with 2,000 miles from the 2013 60th Anniversary Edition go under the hammer, barely shy of Hagerty’s top valuation mark. Another jaw-dropping ZR1 with just nine miles on the odometer is currently listed for sale at a New Jersey dealership. Sold for an eye-watering $195,500, this particular car boasts an incredibly pristine condition, which only adds to the excitement surrounding the current auction.
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This near-mint ZR1 has every element to captivate automotive collectors: low mileage, original condition, and a vibrant Jetstream Blue paint that remains one of the most iconic hues in Corvette history. With only 231 units produced in this stunning color, it adds another layer of scarcity. The 875-mile ZR1 up for auction shares many similarities with the car listed at the New Jersey dealership, namely its untouched Titanium leather interior, pristine 20-spoke chrome wheels, and that coveted Jetstream Blue paint job. Given its near-perfect condition and low mileage, this vehicle stands out as one of the finest examples of the 'Blue Devil,' second only to the famously rebuilt Sinkhole ZR1 displayed at the National Corvette Museum.
So, what does the future hold for this market-defining Corvette? As the auction draws closer to its conclusion, collectors and enthusiasts are keen to see if the current highest bid will be surpassed. A record-setting sale price could very well shift the market, establishing new benchmarks for valuation and desirability. It may also give collectors a renewed fervor to seek out similar Concours-level vehicles. Jetstream Blue ZR1s like the one listed in New Jersey stand to gain the most from such a market shift, potentially validating their high asking prices and maybe even boosting them further.
As the auction reaches its final hours, keep an eye on Bring a Trailer to see if this ZR1 sets an all-time high for the Concours condition market. Regardless of the outcome, this moment in time will be remembered as a pivotal chapter in the annals of Corvette history, highlighting the enduring allure and unmatched value of these extraordinary machines.
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