Is the 2019 C7 ZR1 the BEST Corvette ever BUILT?

The Corvette has been America's true sports car ever since 1953 and Chevrolet created something extra special with the ZR1. Under the shaker style hood is a 6.2L V8 that produces 755HP & can be mated to a 7-speed manual or 8-speed automatic transmission. On the outside the Corvette ZR1 receives a host over special aero treatments including a unique front fascia. On the inside you will get a high level of materials including leather and Alcantara. Is the 2019 C7 ZR1 the BEST Corvette ever BUILT?
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[@rickroel4994]

Does anyone else think the C7 is way better looking that’s the C8?

[@RaitisRides]

I hope you see me raising my hand! 🖐

[@klemenkovacic9109]

well yes it has better defined lines. but interior is def superb in C8.

[@RaitisRides]

@@klemenkovacic9109 every gen the interior has gotten better for sure.

[@dahling7549]

I do

[@landinlafrance4494]

Everyone agrees id imagine. The C6 looks better imo too

[@philipcarter8143]

The fact that they made this car with a manual is insane

[@RaitisRides]

I know right Philip!

[@ace-lo1nq]

And convertible manual

[@poppopp9893]

7 speed manual transmission would be funnnnnn

[@klasseact6663]

Optional "going out with a BANG" 3 pedal shuffle, I'm sure those with them "get it" and GOT THEM😎

[@RaceGasSmellsGood]

Yeah, and the gearing in the M7 is good and tight once you get rolling! Not the big 4-5 drop like in the A8s.

[@morallyemptycorruptedmaggot]

It literally shoots constant flames at high speed like a rocket ship, this thing is a beast!

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@tysons2ndchannel592]

thebigcheese3000 it is a beast

[@cassiespencer6134]

The blue flames you mentioned are due to unburned fuel in the exhaust as a result of letting off the throttle while accelerating. This occurs since since the catalytic converter is very hot and as that unburned fuel passes through it, it ignites and results in the blue flames you mentioned. It does look cool though.

[@mimike80]

@@cassiespencer6134 I don’t want to hear yoooooouuu! Look at the CORVETTTTTTTEEEEE!!!!! (Rage)

[@monseuircandie1924]

@@cassiespencer6134 wow you’re so cool. Do you have time to explain that again? Can we hear it again? Do you have time?

[@ace-lo1nq]

By far the baddest one ever made. Just sick

[@RaitisRides]

Unbelievable!

[@IamJay02]

The C6 used be my favorite generation of corvettes but the C7 took the number 1 spot for me. Absolutely love this car!

[@RaitisRides]

I am right there with you Jay!

[@dannielfz7364]

“MPG, if youre worried about that, im gonna send you to a Toyota dealership to get a prius” 😂😂😂 Thats why i love your videos. Keeping it real all the time 💯💯💯👌🏻

[@brandonkilbride277]

I love this guy 😂

[@logandolatowski7929]

I'm excited for this one! don't see a ZR1 to often! ON THROTTLE!

[@RaitisRides]

Sooooo very true!

[@mjphoto45]

Too

[@rico4you]

JOE I agree this C7 ZR1 is the ultimate Corvette ..full Vette DNA....what sound what power ..Intense on throttle..Thanks for the history lesson on ZR name.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome my friend!

[@BarikSingh]

Such a badass car! These will be collector cars in the future as Chevy only made them for one model year and not many people bought them with the introduction of the 2020 C8.

[@RaitisRides]

So very true!

[@dwade3202]

Im from europe and driving this in manual would be THE dream. But I'd need like 3-4x the money you guys pay in the US. :(

[@chrillert4life763]

@@dwade3202 I’ll just move to the US

[@BarikSingh]

@@dwade3202 Unfortunately, the 2019 ZR1 was never sold in Europe because the engine is so massive that it bulges out of the hood, and that does not meet European pedestrian safety standards in the event the car hits someone, thus Chevrolet couldn’t sell it there. Although the manual is really cool, driving a 755hp rear-wheel-drive sports car with a manual would feel like a death trap because the car is so fast, you wouldn’t be able to drive it at or near its limit having to continually shift it.

[@cassiespencer6134]

@@BarikSingh The engine itself doesn't protrude through the hood. The carbon fiber engine cover you see which does protrude is just that, a cover for the supercharger. When you remove it (four bolts) you expose the top of the supercharger which is flat and is about three inches below the hood.

[@ElliottAlvis]

Dude, I’ve been fortunate enough to drive one of these multiple times and you did a fantastic job capturing the speed and experience that this car brings. ON THROTTLE!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Elliott! We are both two lucky guys!

[@pigybak]

DAM!!! the only thing missing is the Batman suit

[@RaitisRides]

I know right!

[@perryboler3058]

Absolutely beautiful

[@aaronmueller4976]

Love my 2019 ZR1! Had it almost three years now. It is amazing to see people still excited about it even now! Wife picked up a Hellcat Redeye because she was tired of not being about to keep up with it when we took road trips. It is an amazing car, for sure.

[@vukstatv7035]

Y’all both got vehicles that are going up in price!

[@roninbushito]

Rubbish

[@bigbearking16]

"If your ready, I'm ready, let's take this bad boy on a ride" *1 second later , stuck in traffic 😆

[@conley950]

I own a C7 ZR1 ZTK convertible. I feel the same excitement you had every time I drive it as well. It’s just amazing! With the top down and catless mid pipes, the exhaust sound Is like nothing else!!!!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that great input from your ownership experience!

[@lastwhtknight3002]

IMHO the most badass car ever made.

[@willbelasco]

Joe, you are so genuinely passionate about the Corvette, I appreciate it! You are giving out interesting facts, one after another, and make it exciting the whole time. They are like your lesson plans lol I always had trouble paying attention in school back in the day. But I always did well when I had a GREAT teacher like you. And I wish I could have had you as a teacher growing up! Keep up the amazing content!

[@sully3900]

That car is amazing. 755HP V8 including 212 top speed? Incredible man. Great review! Lori always killing it on the cam!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Bob! You are the best!

[@amill1563]

This is the vette to gette.

[@RaitisRides]

Toby you are on fire with these comments!

[@mikejames-drummerreginacan1386]

The front end and hood .....MY O MY.......so cool.

[@maury-ceo]

A ZR1?!!!!!!! Thank you JOE!!!!!!!!!! 😭

[@RaitisRides]

heck yeah brother! Thanks for taking the ride with me!

[@frankw6059]

I bougt a manual C7 Z51 3LT in Germany half a year ago, the ZR1s are literally 3x the price of a Stingray over here, it's crazy. But boy is that thing I-N-S-A-N-E, a good motivation to keep going! Thanks Raiti for your continuous presentation of those cars, absolutely amazing!

[@bblas5199]

Love your reviews, Joe. You're one of the best automotive journalists on YT. I've gotten up close with a customer's black C7 ZR1, that beast is the ultimate front-engine Vette 👍

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for the compliments and letting me share this beast with you!

[@XBobbyVegasX]

"Were not looking at the trunk" Raiti with the crazy eyes lmao!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks brother!

[@michaeljones5986]

Thanks Lori for your great camera work in these videos!

[@nosty6525]

I love your videos.....as an American kid growing up you capture all of our dreams in your enthusiasm....I can't wait until I accomplish my dreams of driving my own ZR1. I have a c6 Z06 time to upgrade....once I can find one....the price skyrocketed after the pandemic....we make over $200k a year and now it's time to enjoy the money going into my 50s have owned a Corvette since I was 25....had to edit thanks Lori....?and yes you can only upgrade a Corvette with another Corvette

[@doctorrobert60]

Never owned a Corvette but this car is lovely beast. Has much more presence than the recently released C8. Can't wait to see what the ZR1 version of the C8 will be like.

[@jasparteet]

Streetspeed717 made me fall in love with this.

[@avocado9763]

The BEAST! What a MONSTER. 10second quarter mile. Great camera work Lori.

[@JWE_]

To think some people don't consider the ZR1/Z06 a supercar is beyond me. This thing will eat Italians

[@wild_haider270]

I like the fact where when you talk you say the optional stuff and how much every single thing costs, love your vids man!

[@JCTiggs1]

While the new Corvette is great, this previous design is still amazing and one of my favorite cars. Keep up the great work and stay safe out there. So jealous that you're able to wear shorts/tshirt! 😊

[@raymahannah4336]

An amazing, insane machine! 👍🤤 Thank you for that experience!

[@Mshredfrieza]

Was waiting for this since the last Q & A!

[@RaitisRides]

I hope it was worth the wait!

[@LS1007]

Awesome ZR1 Joe! I was late watching, couldn’t get off the phone. I knew someone that bought one in 1990 and it was the baddest Vette I had ever seen. Thanks for sharing it! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you could take the ride with me!

[@justinkaemmerer1671]

Awesome review. Could tell you really enjoyed every minute of it

[@anthonnyrodriguez6843]

My fave corvette I dreamt to buy one and I bought one finally C7 Z06. You always give the best reviews on the C7.

[@michaelm3338]

Literally was waiting all day to watch this review!

[@RaitisRides]

I hope it was worth the wait!

[@RaceGasSmellsGood]

The amount of headroom these have is insane! As if they’re not fast enough stock, they take well to mods and can make close to 1000whp without anything crazy. 🚀🏎

[@black_hearted6925]

214 mph top speed 🔥 Can make 890 whp with a tune

[@RaitisRides]

Oh I believe it!

[@adama047]

A truly special Corvette. Would love a real time ride in one! Love the great camera work, Lori!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for showing Lori some love!

[@loriraiti4924]

Thank you so much!! 😁

[@briancrimbcify]

THE 2019 ZR1 IS THE BEST!!!. INNLOOKS ,HANDLING, AND THE MONSTER UNDER THE HOOD IS RELIABLE AND WILL HOLD TOGETHER. 💋🏁.

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

This is my dream car! Amazing video Joe.

[@kennethkosteck4]

The most powerful front engine corvette ever produced , cant wait for a mid engine zr1 !!!!!

[@johnwhogan1610]

Wow! What an evil looking beast. Incredible performance and it looked effortless. Hope it comes with a branded neck brace. Thanks both, great history lesson as well, really enjoyed that.

[@andrewfosteson7671]

By far one of the best looking corvettes

[@johnroberts7910]

Joe another great video..Love to see this Corvette on the street..what a true American sportscar...love the color black makes it look so sick..thanks for the review Joe..

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks John! I really appreciate your support!

[@christopherj8324]

Carbon fiber galore! Really digging the ZR-1. Thank you for the review.👍👍👍👍

[@leemorgan6810]

One of you're Greatest Reviews Sir !

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Lee that really means a lot!

[@GmAmericanpower]

Analog keeps the old school vibe going! The whine is an easy fix!...😉 Great review as always!

[@ferrari1997]

Badass zr1 joe ! When that v8 comes to life god damn sounds like satan got pissed off that someone woke him up from his slumber badass video Lori and joe 🤙🏻

[@RaitisRides]

I like the way that you put that Patrick.

[@thinkabout602]

I think it's against the law to put sardines on a pizza 😂

[@RaitisRides]

I am right there with you!

[@PrzemyslawSliwinski]

That's why they call them "anchovies" there?

[@rockyarchambeau5820]

8 speed automatic baby for the win !! Love your videos you never disappoint!! Definitely one of my favorite cars of all time by far !!American Muscle 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️❤️❤️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻Happy Thanksgiving to you ,and your family,and thank you so much for the awesome videos 👍🏻👍🏻

[@krazykendi8078]

Great video! Excited to do more fun things with this KING!! I’m currently driving it tamely though which is extremely difficult to do so; he’s still in the breaking period 😂😅 !

[@leftright2]

It’s insane the numbers of this car. Weight, power, quarter mile, everything just all the numbers holy shit man it blows my mind it’s a budget Ferrari. I’m a dodge guy but man I’d probably get this over a demon if I had 150,000 dollars

[@fernandopardo6842]

Great review joe keep killing it lol It’s between the Zr1 and the Zo6 my dream car to get maybe next year.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Fernando! You have good taste!

[@chrillert4life763]

This very quickly became my dream car

[@mikesowell7969]

Love the ZR1! I like that tire shine to!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Mike!

[@mattfrench884]

A great point is the 19’ ZR1 is selling right now for almost MSRP while used. I think part of it is the C8 Z06 and the ZR1 are so far off. And it is the only ZR1 made that’s a one year only ZR1. Definitely a future collector car.

[@harrydaniels9436]

happy thanksgiving to you and your family,,,,,and thank you for what you do

[@Pwoner72]

The corvette is my dream car! I love to see this!

[@flanerpete2040]

What a freaking beast!!! Thanks for sharing.

[@specwill1]

Can you imagine what the C8 ZR1 will be like! I can’t wait but I will always love the C7.

[@RaitisRides]

It will be interesting yo see how it pans out.

[@terryrutherford2114]

I had a (Haibeck) built 1991 ZR-1. it was so fun. The 2019 looks awesome. I am looking forward to a C8 Z06. Thanks for the Vlog Joe!

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome Terry! Do you ever miss your 91 ZR-1?

[@terryrutherford2114]

@@RaitisRides Yes of course I do but I have an 2013 Audi S5 Cabriolet and a 2011 Cadillac CTS-V to get me buy until I can get back into a new C8. The C4 ZR-1 were phenomenal back in the day.

[@BlessedMe11]

Spectacular Video, as usual. Thank you, Joe and Lori for a wonderful POV video! I'm buying one, as soon as, possible. My 2021 Redeye needs a Playmate. ))) Joe, When things work out for me financially, I'm buying you one too!

[@Chedda3000music]

This Vette is an instant classic and sure to retain or go up in value. Top of the line, (maybe) last manual Vette. What a beauty

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right!

[@alexs8031]

ZR1!! Joe you made it!👏🏻

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Alex that really means so much!

[@avocado9763]

Great job driving. Its worth every penny.

[@socalecos550]

I just love it when joe says “ ON THROTTLE “ 😂 lmao! Then the face expression and his laugh says it all! Looks like he is having lots of fun!! I’m jealous lol! Wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍁🍽 joe!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you Man! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

[@cgure7094]

That was an Awesome review Joe!! This car is Amazing. Some guy has one in orange with that giant wing a few blocks away from me and u can hear him from a mile away. Cant even imagine what the C8 ZR1 is going to do!! Also have to say I'm looking forward to your reaction behind the wheel of that one lol.

[@FlyTrap7777]

Love your content and just subscribed. Just purchased a gorgeous 2019 C7 Grand Sport. Amazing vehicle!

[@RaitisRides]

Congrats John! If I was buying a C7 that would be the one that I get. Thanks for joining the Raiti's Rides family!

[@fcastlesooksd527]

These cars will be the Corvette to have in the future. Low milage ones have already almost doubled in price in 2 years.

[@jay_statuss2653]

He gives so much info I would of never knew 💪🏼🔒

[@davidintelisano2315]

Hi Joe I have a 2019 grand sport shadow gray and on throttles stick You can’t beat it I think it’s the best that they ever made Better than C8 all day long Dave from Massachusetts too cold to take it out now good job Show the car and keep up the good work joe Have a good day

[@MichaelS-xi5lf]

I own one of these cars. I wish you would have put it in TRACK mode,it is uncontrollable if you are ever in NY i will let you drive it .LOVE the channel keep up the GREAT work

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Michael for letting me share it with you! I really appreciate your support!

[@brianloeza9824]

Ultímate Corvette right there Best video by far !!!

[@adamnarbeaux5898]

HOLLLYYY CRRRRRAAAPPPP!!!!! THAT WAS AWESOME!!! I felt that sob, and I’m sitting in my living room! So much fun Joe. Gotta trade my Grand Sport for this one.

[@antoniocail5608]

Joe what a awesome video you are the best my father would love this corvette just like I love it. I'm am parking it in my garage in a heartbeat

[@RaitisRides]

Oh I bet he would Antonio!

[@dallasfrost1996]

Now that's what I call, one bad ass V8 machine! By far the coolest corvette ever to exist! Love the "blue devil" name lol. Well done chevrolet! Now that this car is no longer in production, why not put this monster LT5 into the ZL1?? That would be sick! Also bring the Z/28 back, with the N/A 5.5L?

[@treymann23]

Great channel ! Keep Grinding

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you sir! You got it!

[@donalddoherty8055]

Hello Joe Awesome review on the zr1 great job Don Doherty

[@davidhorne2326]

At the top of my list! All around beast. As the years go by, the prices will jump.

[@tomc8854]

A manual convertible ZR1 would be my dream car ! It could also be a good investment as the last and fastest ever front engine manual Vette .

[@sagisstar4553]

This guy makes it seem so fun to drive🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💪🏿

[@OnwardSoldier]

C7 zr1 is overlooked by the new c8. Great car.

[@c7corvettecollective370]

One hell of a corvette! I enjoyed your review of the zr1. 👍

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@tonystarks4951]

Hey joe shout out from Jamaica. You da best buddy keep the good work. To all other reviewers.....ZONK ZONK ZONK !!!!!

[@RaitisRides]

You are the man Tony! Thanks for having my back!

[@andrewthecarguy1014]

i will have one of these one day

[@RaitisRides]

You can do it Andrew!

[@raptorjackson6397]

Dream car would like to get the Hennessey performance packeage too

[@JumpSquadAuto]

The C7 ZR1 is such a great buy. The price on it just doesn't go down. My C8 is at the dealer. Taking delivery Tuesday. Super excited. Wouldn't mind a C7 ZR1 someday.

[@RaitisRides]

Congrats on the C8! A garage with a C8 & and C7 ZR1 would be something else!

[@JumpSquadAuto]

@@RaitisRides Guess you and Lori have something to talk about. I mean she clearly needs a ZR1. Its for her. Not for you.

[@jonathanriolo2578]

This supercharged ZRl just takes off like a rocket ship God bless that

[@RaitisRides]

Tell me about it!

[@ClinicalDecisionYikesYT]

Hey Joe according to KZbin subtitles your name is “Joe Rady” just thought you’d like that knowledge! lol

[@RaitisRides]

LMAO! Now that is funnyt

[@dylantoussaintinnocent5920]

Very sportly I like that good job Joe 👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Dylan!

[@MrSokkermasta]

Now I know why my dog freaks out when he sees a squirrel. It’s the speed. In his case though is the “throttle!!” And power 😂

[@JasonAkrami1]

Excellent Work!

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you so much for saying that!

[@Dssmdre1le]

I would love to see a ZR1 vs Demon 😈Now that would be some cool ON THROTTLE!! action

[@RaitisRides]

Now we are talking!

[@rgurtiza]

I agree. A 7 speed manual would be fun as hell. You look like you had a gasm riding the ZR1.

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe I did Ron!

[@evanpahlke8454]

Love this car! The all black looks so badass

[@Polo3174]

Yeah!! Track day. Get your Prius Prime out of the way. I want it,but cant afford it 😔. Thank you and awesome job Lori.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man for letting me share it with you!

[@wendelllaffin240]

man that may be the greatest vette ever built... we shall see what the 8th gen brings down the road... but this is great... that on throttle was exciting... thanks!

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you! Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@dahling7549]

I'll take it joe 👍. Noticed the paint during your review. Paint correction and protection would be first thing with that ZR1. Nice review 👌

[@RaitisRides]

Especially black for sure!

[@mattjo6204]

You're such a great reviewer! Love your vids! Even more than Doug's! Shhhhh dont say anything. Lol

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Matt! That really means the world!