The C8 ZR1 is the fastest Corvette in General Motors’ history, and it isn’t close

The ZR1 began as a passion project by the godfather of the Corvette, Zora-Arkus Duntov .

The first true American supercar, the ZR-1 could hurdle from 0-60 mph in the low four-second range and through the quarter-mile in low 14s .

Just 53 of these cars were built between 1970 and 1972 , making their rarity even more astonishing than their performance for the time.

The first modern GM supercar of the 21st century , the C6 ZR1 could run from 0-60 mph in a scant 3.4 seconds , 0-100 mph in just 7 seconds flat, and through the quarter mile in 11.3 seconds at 131 mph .

With a drag-limited top speed of 205 mph , it became the single fastest Corvette model ever built.

The C7 ZR-1 also became the new king of top speed, posting a best of 212 mph .

The C8 ZR1 was, and will always be, the ultimate expression of everything we love about the Corvette .

The optional ZTK Performance Package adds a high-downforce rear wing, stiffer springs, various aero pieces, and a set of super-sticky Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2R tires.