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Spyshots: 2018 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Prototype Hides Major Changes

All the Corvette enthusiasts are hoping this test prototype is actually the all-new ZR1. After carefully examining the spyshots, we're pretty sure as well.
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Engineers have intentionally covered up the whole front end with a black tarp. But we can still see a bulging hood and two large air intakes on either side of the bumper.

These would indicate intercoolers have been installed to cater to the needs of a powerful engine. While this could just be the fix for the Z06 heat issue, we're more inclined towards the ZR1 theory.

A recent report talked about the LT5 twin-turbo V8 engine for the mid-engined Corvette. While that's still some way down the road, the engine itself could be used for the swan song of the C7 generation that has done so much for Chevrolet.

From the Mercedes-AMG GT to the Audi RS6 and even the Bentley Bentayga, everybody uses twin-turbo engines these days. And in 99% of cases, they are accompanied by twin air intakes on either side of the front bumper. We're willing to bet that the ZR1 will look cooler than every 'Vette ever made.

From some angles, blue brake calipers can also be viewed on the test prototype. Those are a clear nod to the blue brakes on the C6 ZR1.

The fact that the doors are unpainted means that the are made from carbon fiber, saving weight. Some people have said that. I don't know. You tell me, as Trump would say.

Even the back of this presumed ZR1 has something nice to show. And no, we aren't referring to the swirl camouflage. Instead, we want to draw your attention to the two struts that are sticking out. Obviously, those suggest that a wing will be mounted to the trunk where the Z06 just has spoilers.

Considering the old ZR1 reached 205 miles per hour, whatever comes after it will surely need some serious aero. Every Corvette has gone out like a firecracker, so the twin-turbo supercar killer could be just what the doctor ordered.
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About the author: Mihnea Radu
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Mihnea's favorite cars have already been built, the so-called modern classics from the '80s and '90s. He also loves local car culture from all over the world, so don't be surprised to see him getting excited about weird Japanese imports, low-rider VWs out of Germany, replicas from Russia or LS swaps down in Florida.
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