I was stunned to see that initial power figure at 490+ with a C5R block....When well into the 600's for that block is easily attainable. I would agree that the 383 makes more sense in that power range but, why is there such confusion, or possibly false advertising? Obviously, it's a Lingenfelter build but, something's amiss here.

 

Yep, that kinda changes things, don't it?

 

Well the invoice is 20 years old so it could’ve been modified since, of course.

 

I searched the VIN and found it for sale by the owner previously and this was his description:

My 2001 Corvette is in brand-new condition, both interior and body. No dings on the car. The black leather interior is in exceptional condition. The car had 5500 miles on it in February, 2002, when it was taken to Lingenfelter Performance Engineering in Decatur, Indiana. "The name John Lingenfelter has become a legend in performance engineering. For over 40 years, Lingenfelter has been synonymous with world-class performance, taking great cars and trucks and reinventing them with legendary precision." This car is no exception. The modifications include: aluminum 427 CID C5R competition race block; Lingenfelter CNC ported LS6 heads with 2.100 stainless intake valves; Lingenfelter custom hydraulic roller cam; Lingenfelter 1-7/8" stainless steel long tube headers; Bassani high performance CATS; and Corsa stainless steel exhaust. It was mini-tubbed to handle 9.5 x 18 in. wheels in the front and 12 x 19 in. wheels in the rear. Front tires are 255/40ZR/18 and the rear tires are 345/30ZR/19. Total modifications in 2002 cost $24,032.00. I have all paperwork and documentation for these modifications.

The original invoice was from January 2001. This work was claimed to be done the next year and the mods match up to the current list. So I guess it could be a C5R still.

 

I agree that the ZR-1 package was an option, but it was a $30,000 option. I'm also not comparing my LS7 block with the C5R. However, I still believe seller is in for long selling period, and will be fortunate to get $40G. Not saying you can duplicate the car for $40G, but you could get mighty close, and have a brand new LPE 427 C5R build for approx the same price. I also would put a premium on Callaway and LPE, etc. But again, seller is going to have to find just the right person. It is a very nice car, no question about that. The only question I have is why so many people have owned it, only to re sell it. Maybe tickets??!