B-ZR1

So I decided to buy a 2012 ZR1, 1) cause it's a cool car and 2) so that I could spend some time with my dad and family doing a once in a lifetime very cool experience. I have a lot of great pics/video and will be posting in here as I have time to go through everything.

I ordered the car at the end of November 2011, flew to Detroit to build the motor on Jan 4th, 2012, and went to Bowling Green, Kentucky Jan 17th - 19th to watch it on the assembly line. GM has really given us the whole Rock Star treatment.

It started with having dinner with Corvette's Product Marketing Manager, Chief Engineer, and Motor Build Liaison.



Then Building the motor under the guidance of Corvette Engine Builder John Ross



















I had them Put my Dad's name on the motor with mine



Everyone at the PBC was really nice and seemed to be as excited as we were!
Next the Assembly in Bowling Green



Shaking hands with the Plant Manager



Starting the Car for the first time with 0 miles






It has been an awesome experience so far! I am scheduled to pick the car up at the Corvette Museum on Feb 9th where I am supposedly being filmed for an upcoming TV series that is doing a show on the ZR1 (don't know details at this time LOL).

After that, I plan on spending some time on breaking the car in and getting used to everything. Then I will be going to the driving school.

This is my first Corvette and I can't express how much fun this has been and how awesome and nice everyone has been!!!!

Thanks to Everyone involved for making us feel so special!!!

If you get the opportunity to buy a new ZR1 or Z06 I recommend the Motor Build and for any new Vette, the Museum Buyers Tour (this is the program that lets you follow your Vette down the assembly line).

Just thought I would share with everyone. I will update later with more pics and some video

range96

What a story! Congratulations to you and your dad on this fantastic voyage. I predict you will have a few sleepless nights from now 'till Feb. 9. I wish I had this opportunity with my dad. You're one lucky person.

Love the color choice as well.

Enjoy the ride.

SoCaLnAtIvE

WOW!

soooooo cool!

ditto on the color choice


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outbackfarmer

You, my friend, are a ROCK STAR! That is so f-n cool.

Ktzon

Awesome, I can't wait to do it!!!! Congrats!

KBow_Photo

Thats a pretty cool experience

Nick 02 Z06

Now that is just freakin bad a$$!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! FTW!!!!!!!!!!!!!

LS1LT1

Very, very cool.

vettenut5

Congrats Thats my dream, is to go down & build the motor & see my vette assembled at bowling green !! Fantastic !

ufaj26

Very Cool !!!! Must have a been a great experience.

eaglei

Very nice summary Mr. Blackwell!! That red looks extra hot with the black wheels.

Showed John Ross your posting - he says !!

Pilot03EBZO6

That car is bada$$ Beau!! Love the color combo! Also great having you here in Wixom and great writeup! If you need anything give me a call - take care and hope to see you again soon in the future Beau!

3LZZ06

Congrats Beau and Buddy!!!!!

What a great road traveled by you and your Dad...cherish these moments dearly my friend, they are once in a lifetime...

Kyle Lemish

What an awesome experience

I think if i did the motor build id have them put my motor in someone elses car j/k thats what the warranty is for rite?

Capt Van

What a great story and taking papa bear along was outstanding

Looking forward to seeing the delivery pictures. Is dad going to BG with to help drive her home?

Welcome to the club.

99HRDTP

Fantastic story, and to share that experience with your dad....

Enjoy your ZR in good health.

Shurshot

That was great....... really is a hands on experience.

Thanks for sharing and enjoy your car in good health

jeffgtx

Welcome to the wall of fame beau and congrats on your new hot rod!

Thanks for posting the pics.

frc

Great story. Congrats

Finsandchrome

Damn! Beau, it looks like you built that entire engine!! Pretty cool! Great story, thanks for sharing and good luck with the new ZR1!!