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Corvette ZR1 runs 10 second quarter mile

The latest from Chevrolet performance division is the Corvette ZR1. Stock features a huge 6.2 liter V8 supercharged by Eaton and a zero to sixty time of 3.4 seconds. This is an American muscle car legend for years to come! Bringing back the classic flavor of small block forced induction performance, the Corvette ZR1 has been caught around the world dominating the performance scene. Not many cars of it's class can keep up with the ZR1! It features a stock quarter mile time of 11.3 seconds at 131 mph, however by replacing with a set of DOT approved drag radials one can achieve a 10.73 second quarter mile time at a blistering 132.02 miles per hour!

The following footage hosted on YouTube by RangerAcceleration.com shows us the proof of the 10 second quarter mile pass. Pulling up to the stage, the ZR1 bellows out a roar of ripped rubber and power. After warming up the tires for optimal traction, the ZR1 gets ready to be launched. The tree counts down and boom, off it goes! Ripping through the first four gears, the ZR1 pulls in the esteemed 10 second pass. A ten second vehicle is considered fast by all enthusiasts. The 10 second quarter mile pass is a goal for many that takes thousands of dollars and countless garage hours. For the ZR1 owners, a simple swap to drag radials and you are in the 10 second range!

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Full-time engineer turned writer, Michael brings knowledgeable articles about Tampa Bay's sports car scene. His experience in import, domestic, and exotic manufacturers ensures quality content for all readers. Michael is also a contributor at CarDomain.com and can be contacted via Streetfire.net...

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