1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1

Original Window Sticker • Original Temporary Tag • VIN-Matched ZR-1 Portfolio • Extensive Ownership Archive • 40,989 Miles

VIN: 1G1YZ23J9L5802376
Mileage: 40,989 Miles
Engine: 5.7-Liter LT5 DOHC 32-Valve V8
Horsepower: 375 HP
Transmission: ZF 6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive
Exterior: Bright Red
Interior: Saddle Leather Adjustable Sport Bucket Seats
Original MSRP: $60,650

WHY WE LOVE IT

Few cars changed the perception of American performance quite like the 1990 Corvette ZR-1. Developed in partnership with Lotus Engineering and powered by the Mercury Marine-assembled LT5 V8, the ZR-1 represented Chevrolet's most ambitious performance program since the big-block era. The result was a genuine world-class sports car capable of competing with Ferrari, Porsche, Lotus, and Acura's newly introduced NSX. What makes this particular example special extends far beyond its LT5 powerplant and desirable inaugural model year status.

Accompanying this Bright Red ZR-1 is one of the most comprehensive ownership archives we have encountered. Included are the original window sticker, original Virginia temporary operating tag, VIN-matched ZR-1 presentation portfolio, VHS instructional cassette, original owner's manuals, Chevrolet correspondence, FIA world-record documentation, decades of enthusiast publications, ownership records, maintenance logs, service invoices, and supporting memorabilia accumulated over more than thirty years. The result is not simply a documented ZR-1. It is a remarkably preserved piece of Corvette history.

VEHICLE OVERVIEW

Offered on consignment through MOTORVAULT, this 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 shows just 40,989 miles and is accompanied by an extraordinary collection of documentation, literature, and ownership records. Finished in Bright Red over Saddle leather, power is provided by Chevrolet's legendary LT5 5.7-liter dual-overhead-cam V8 producing 375 horsepower and 370 lb-ft of torque. Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a factory ZF six-speed manual transmission. The vehicle retains its original VIN-matching window sticker showing an MSRP of $60,650 and is accompanied by extensive documentation tracing ownership back to its original delivery through J.K.J. Chevrolet in Vienna, Virginia. The accompanying CARFAX reflects a clean history free of reported accidents, structural damage, title issues, airbag deployments, or odometer concerns.

OWNERSHIP HISTORY

June 1990

Delivered new through J.K.J. Chevrolet in Vienna, Virginia. The vehicle's original temporary Virginia operating tag remains with the car and is included in the sale. Additional ownership materials identify original ownership in Great Falls, Virginia, where the car spent much of its early life.

1990–2013

Long-term Virginia ownership. Inspection certificates, service records, ownership correspondence, dealership materials, and original documentation remain with the vehicle. During this period the car accumulated approximately 22,500 miles.

2014–2017

North Carolina ownership. Multiple service records, inspection reports, and dealer documentation accompany the vehicle from this ownership period.

2017–2020

Alabama ownership. A detailed maintenance log was maintained by the owner and is included in the documentation archive.

2021

Acquired through McDonald Auto Sales in Baldwin, Georgia. Supporting documentation includes: Purchase paperwork Dealer service invoice Oil and filter service performed at 40,989 miles

Current Ownership

Indiana ownership since 2021. Current Indiana title accompanies the vehicle.

DOCUMENTATION & COLLECTOR ARCHIVE

The documentation accompanying this vehicle is truly exceptional.

Original Vehicle Documents

• Original VIN-matching window sticker

• Original Virginia temporary operating tag

• Current Indiana title

• Original buyer paperwork

• Ownership records

• Maintenance logs

• Service records

• Inspection certificates

VIN-Matched ZR-1 Materials

• Original ZR-1 presentation box

• Original VIN-matched ZR-1 portfolio

• VIN identification plate

• Original ZR-1 Driver's Manual

• Original ZR-1 VHS instructional cassette

Factory Literature

• Original 1990 Corvette Owner's Manual

• Original 1990 Corvette sales catalog

• Original 1990 Corvette ZR-1 brochure

• Original 1991 Corvette sales catalog

• Original 1992 Corvette brochure

• Building The Next Corvette publication

• Chevrolet correspondence

Historical Documentation

• FIA World Record documentation package

• Corvette promotional materials

• Dealer business cards

• Wheel lock documentation

• Wheel lock key cards Wheel lock key

Period Publications

• Road & Track Corvette ZR-1 feature

• Car and Driver ZR-1 feature

• Corvette Fever magazines

• Hagerty ZR-1 feature

• Additional Corvette enthusiast publications

Accessories & Memorabilia

• Roof panel storage straps

• Roof panel storage components

• Corvette keychain

• Collector cards

• Additional memorabilia

The volume and continuity of documentation accompanying this ZR-1 is extraordinary and reflects decades of preservation by enthusiast ownership.

EXTERIOR

Finished in Bright Red, this inaugural-year ZR-1 presents as one of Chevrolet's most iconic performance offerings.

ZR-1-specific features include:

• Widened rear quarter panels

• Unique rear fascia

• Square taillights

• Performance body package

• Dual removable roof panels

• ZR-1 specific wheel and tire package

• Performance suspension

The original window sticker confirms factory Bright Red paint over Saddle leather interior.

INTERIOR

The Saddle leather interior features:

• Leather adjustable sport bucket seats

• Six-way power seats

• Digital instrumentation

• Driver Information Center

• Electronic climate control

• Delco Bose Gold Series audio system

• Power windows

• Power locks

• Tilt steering column

• ZR-1 instrumentation

The interior is further enhanced by the extraordinary collection of original books, manuals, and delivery materials that accompany the vehicle.

ENGINE & DRIVETRAIN

At the heart of the ZR-1 lies one of the most significant engines in Corvette history.

LT5 Specifications

• 5.7-liter LT5 V8

• Lotus-engineered design

• Mercury Marine assembly

• Aluminum block

• Aluminum cylinder heads

• Dual overhead camshafts

• Four valves per cylinder

• Sequential fuel injection

• 375 horsepower

• 370 lb-ft torque

Drivetrain

• ZF 6-speed manual transmission

• Rear-wheel drive

• Performance handling package

• Independent suspension

• Four-wheel disc brakes

The LT5 remains one of the most technically advanced engines ever installed in a production Corvette and remains the defining feature of the ZR-1's legacy.

SERVICE HISTORY

The accompanying documentation archive includes decades of maintenance records, invoices, receipts, inspection reports, and owner-maintained service logs. Highlights include:

Documented Service History

• Fuel injectors replaced

• Spark plugs replaced

• Spark plug wires replaced

• Ignition coils replaced

• Brake service

• Brake fluid service

• Cooling system service

• A/C system repairs

• Battery replacement

• Blower control module replacement

• Seat-back motor repair

• Fuel system service

• Multiple oil and filter services

• Alignment services

• Tire replacement and balancing

A detailed owner-maintained service log documents maintenance performed between 2017 and 2020, while supporting invoices verify many of the services performed. Additional parts invoices and maintenance records accompany the vehicle.

INCLUDED WITH SALE

Vehicle Documentation

• Current Indiana title

• CARFAX report

• Original window sticker

• Original temporary tag

• Ownership records

• Service records

• Maintenance log

ZR-1 Materials

• VIN-matched presentation portfolio

• Presentation box

• Driver's manual

• VHS instructional cassette

Factory Literature

• 1990 Corvette catalog

• 1990 ZR-1 brochure

• 1991 Corvette catalog

• 1992 Corvette brochure

• Additional Chevrolet literature

Memorabilia

• FIA documentation

• Collector magazines

• Promotional materials

• Wheel lock key cards

• Wheel lock key

• Collector items

MARKET PERSPECTIVE

The 1990 model year marks the beginning of the legendary ZR-1 program and remains one of the most important Corvettes of the modern era. While numerous ZR-1s survive today, very few retain the level of documentation, historical continuity, and supporting materials found with this example. The original temporary tag, original window sticker, VIN-matched portfolio, FIA documentation, period publications, ownership records, maintenance logs, and supporting invoices create a provenance package rarely encountered on any C4 Corvette.

For collectors seeking an inaugural-year LT5-powered "King of the Hill," this example offers the combination of desirable mileage, documented ownership history, clean vehicle history, extensive service documentation, and an extraordinary collector archive that elevates it well beyond the typical ZR-1 offering.

CONTACT

Brian Henry @ brian@motorvault.com

Ralph Haga @ ralph@motorvault.com

MOTORVAULT
Indianapolis, Indiana // (317) 522-8260

TERMS & DISCLOSURE

While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information provided, MOTORVAULT makes no representations or warranties, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information contained herein. All specifications, descriptions, and details are provided by third-party sources or prior ownership and are subject to errors and omissions. Prospective buyers are encouraged to independently verify all information prior to purchase. All vehicles are sold as-is unless otherwise stated.