Reaching 100 years in business is a remarkable achievement for any company. In 2012, Chevrolet celebrated this coveted centennial milestone by releasing a special edition Corvette ZR1 dubbed the Centennial Special Edition. Only 206 of these exclusive Corvettes were produced, making them instantly collectible.

Ask your local Chevrolet dealer; it was an honor to offer these special edition Corvettes to the most passionate Chevy enthusiasts.

Distinctive Styling Cues

The Centennial Special Edition Corvette featured several styling enhancements that set it apart from a standard ZR1. The exterior was finished in a sleek Carbon Flash Metallic paint that gave the car a stealthy, sophisticated look. Satin black graphics and badging provided tasteful contrasts to the deep grey paint. The Corvette logos proudly displayed “100” within the crossed flags emblem.

Satin black wheels worked with red brake calipers to create a high-performance appearance. The wheels themselves were works of art, crafted from lightweight cast spun alloys and outlined in red. Centennial logos adorned the center caps and B-pillar hoops.

Refined Interior Touches

The interior of the Centennial Edition Corvette mirrored the well-appointed exterior with red accented ebony leather upholstery. Red stitching and microfiber suede inserts on the seats, steering wheel, and shift knob added to the upscale ambiance. The “100” logo was tastefully placed throughout the cabin as a reminder of Chevrolet’s milestone.

Track-Ready Performance

As expected from a ZR1 Corvette, the performance was exhilarating. Under the hood, a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 generated an incredible 638 horsepower. This engine enabled the car to rocket from 0-60 mph in just 3.5 seconds. With the throttle pinned, the ZR1 covered the quarter mile in 11.8 seconds at 126 mph.

The ZR1 was handled brilliantly thanks to advanced systems like Performance Traction Management. Enormous Michelin Pilot Sport Cup tires, measuring 285/30/19 in front and 335/25/20 at the rear, enabled tenacious grip when cornering. The brakes never faded during hard track driving, with 60-0 mph stopping distances averaging only 118 feet.

A Worthy Investment

Owning this exclusive Centennial Edition did come at a premium. The ZR1 carried a base price of $113,575, and the Centennial package added another $4,950 for a total of $118,525.

For devoted Corvette enthusiasts, the extra cost and trip to the Chevrolet dealer was well worth it to own a distinctly styled model produced in such limited numbers.

Celebrating Chevrolet at Your Local Chevrolet Dealer

The 2012 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Centennial Special Edition was the perfect way to commemorate 100 years of Chevrolet excellence. As the fastest, most capable production Corvette ever built, it represented the pinnacle of Chevrolet engineering and performance. Every Chevrolet dealer in the country was proud to be part of Chevrolet’s milestone anniversary by making these collectible Corvettes available.

With a marvel like the ZR1 Centennial Special Edition, it really makes automotive enthusiasts wonder what’s in store for Chevrolet in the future. Shoppers can’t wait to see what Chevy comes up with for its next major milestone or anniversary.