The Foundation
2009 Corvette ZR1 Restoration
The Zug ZR1 started as a rare Corvette foundation with a story already baked into the metal. It is not a clean showroom car, and it is not being treated like a throwaway project.
The goal is to restore the Zug ZR1 to the best condition possible while preserving what makes it special. This is about bringing back one of Chevrolet's most serious performance cars, not turning it into something it was never meant to be.
The Car
A 2009 C6 ZR1 platform with the bones of one of GM's most aggressive factory performance cars.
The Mission
Restore what can be restored, replace what cannot be saved, and document every step of bringing the car back properly.
The Standard
No fake perfection. No rushed TV-build nonsense. Just the real work of saving a rare Corvette the right way.
Why This One Matters
The ZR1 Is Not Just Another Corvette
The C6 ZR1 was the halo car of its era: carbon fiber, supercharged power, widebody presence, and a reputation that still hits hard.
This build is about taking a damaged foundation and giving it the attention it deserves. That means parts hunting, careful repair work, restoration decisions, setbacks, surprises, and wins.
Some projects are about creating something new. This one is about preserving something important.
Community Support
Help Save The Zug ZR1
The mission is simple: restore the Zug ZR1 to the best condition possible and preserve one of Chevrolet's greatest performance cars.
Many ZR1-specific parts are difficult to locate, expensive to replace, or no longer available. If you have parts, leads, knowledge, shop contacts, or restoration expertise, we would love to hear from you.
We are not asking for direct cash donations. We would rather connect with enthusiasts who can help locate the right parts, provide technical knowledge, or contribute usable components that help keep this restoration moving forward.
If you would like to support the project another way, the ZUG ZR1 Build Shirt is available in the merch store. A portion of every sale goes directly toward the ongoing ZR1 restoration.
Whether it is a hard-to-find part, a useful lead, technical advice, or picking up a shirt, every bit of support helps preserve a special car.
Front Design
Official ZUG ZR1 Build Shirt. A portion of every sale helps fund the ongoing restoration.
Back Design
Full rear artwork inspired by the barn-find ZR1 project and the mission to save a legend.
Zuggy Sleeve Logo
Exclusive sleeve graphic featuring Zuggy, available only on the ZUG ZR1 Build Shirt.
Project Gallery
ZR1 Photos
Photos from the starting point, parts hunt, teardown, restoration work, and everything it takes to bring the Zug ZR1 back.
Starting Point
The foundation before the real restoration work begins.
Parts Hunt
Tracking down what this car needs to come back together correctly.
Restoration Progress
Updates, fixes, setbacks, discoveries, and the work still ahead.
Follow Along
Watch The Restoration
Follow the Zug ZR1 project on YouTube as the car moves from rough foundation toward restored Corvette legend.