The first examples of the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 have arrived in the UK, with one currently available to buy now.
Although the eighth-generation Corvette is officially sold in Britain, including the performance Z06 version, the supercar-baiting ZR1 remains off-limits on this side of the Atlantic.
However, London-based performance specialist Clive Sutton has imported two examples of the ZR1 into the UK, taken from the limited 2025 production series.
One of the cars has already been claimed, but the stunning Competition Yellow example pictured here is still for sale.
An asking price of £425,000 represents a hefty premium compared to the ZR1 3LZ’s $195,495 cost in the United States – equivalent to just £143,200. Even so, it’s still a (relatively) affordable way into a new supercar with upwards of 1,000hp.
The most powerful production Corvette V8
The most powerful road-going Corvette when launched – until the ZR1X arrived – the eighth-generation ZR1 boasts a twin-turbocharged 5.5-litre V8.
Developing 1,064hp and 828lb ft of torque, the flat-plane crank LT7 engine propels the ZR1 from 0-60mph in just 2.3 seconds when combined with the optional ZTK Performance Package.
Flat-out, the Corvette ZR1 can reach 233mph – and as Hennesey proved, it can still hit 196mph when carrying a Christmas tree on its roof.
Other ZR1 features include an eight-speed dual-clutch auto transmission, performance exhaust system, suspension with Magnetic Selective Ride Control, and Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes.
A fully loaded supercar
The Competition Yellow Corvette ZR1 coupe offered for sale by Clive Sutton comes in range-topping 3LZ trim, boasting a formidable level of specification.
This includes the dramatic carbon fibre aero package with a huge rear wing and front dive planes. More carbon fibre is used for the door mirror caps and split rear window panel. The exhaust tailpipes are finished in black.
Even the Corvette’s wheels are made from lightweight carbon fibre, with colour matched yellow-painted brake calipers.
On the inside, Jet Black leather and microsuede upholstery covers the GT2-specification sports seats, complemented by yellow stitching. The steering wheel boasts carbon fibre detailing, too.
Options added to this particular ZR1 include a front axle lift system. Like all Corvette coupes, the roof panel is removable.
Buy a Corvette ZR1 from £365,000
Such a comprehensive level of spec does help justify the £425,000 asking price of the ZR1 for sale. Clive Sutton notes this includes all transportation costs, the 10 percent import duty and 20 percent VAT charge, plus all fees associated with UK homologation and registration.
Opting to have another ZR1 imported, with a lower level of specification, could see customers paying from £365,000.
Clive Sutton said: “We’ve imported the world’s most desirable high-performance and luxury vehicles for almost 40 years, but I still get excited by supercars like the ZR1.
“We expect demand to outstrip supply for this iconic American supercar and we’re confident that our seamless, premier experience is what customers at this exclusive end of the market expect.”
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