What the Corvette ZR1 Configurator Does
The Corvette ZR1 configurator is an online tool on Chevrolet's website that lets you build a ZR1 model step by step, choosing colors, wheels, interior materials, performance packages, and other options. As you make each choice, the tool shows you a photo of the car with your selections and updates the price. When you finish, you can save your configuration, print it, email it to a dealer, or start over with different choices.
The configurator is free to use and does not commit you to buying anything. It is meant to help you understand what combinations of options cost, what the car looks like in different colors, and what features come bundled together. Many people use it to explore possibilities before visiting a dealership or to have a clear picture of what they want when they do.
Key Takeaways
- The configurator walks you through exterior color, wheel design, interior trim, and performance upgrades in a set order, updating the price and photo after each choice.
- You can save your finished configuration and send it to a Chevrolet dealer, or print it to bring with you in person.
- The price shown includes the base ZR1 price plus your selected options, but does not include destination charges, taxes, or dealer fees.
- Configurations you build are not reservations and do not hold a vehicle — they are reference documents to show what you want.
- If an option is grayed out or unavailable, it means that choice conflicts with something you selected earlier in the process.
Finding and Starting the Configurator
Go to Chevrolet's main website and navigate to the Corvette section. Look for a link labeled "Build and Price" or "Configurator" — the exact wording changes, but it is usually near the top of the Corvette page or in a menu under the ZR1 model name. Click it to open the tool in your browser.
The configurator will start by asking you to confirm that you want to build a ZR1, since Chevrolet also sells other Corvette trims. Once you confirm, the tool loads and you are ready to begin making choices. No login or personal information is required to start.
How to Move Through Each Step
The configurator presents options in sections, usually in this order: exterior color, wheel design, interior color and material, performance packages, and additional features like carbon fiber trim or special suspension setups. Each section shows you all available choices for that category, often with photos or color swatches so you can see what you are selecting.
Click or tap the option you want. The car image on the right side of the screen updates when ready to show your choice. The total price updates at the bottom or top of the page. If you change your mind, click a different option and the image and price change again. There is no penalty for changing your selections as many times as you want.
Some options are mutually exclusive — for example, you might not be able to pair a certain interior color with a certain exterior color, or a specific wheel design might not be available with every performance package. When this happens, the unavailable option appears grayed out or disabled. If you want that option, you will need to go back and change an earlier choice.
Understanding What the Price Includes and Does Not
The price displayed in the configurator is the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for the base ZR1 plus the cost of every option you selected. This is what Chevrolet suggests dealers charge, but it does not include everything you will pay at the dealership.
The price does not include destination charges (the cost to ship the car from the factory to the dealer), sales tax, registration fees, dealer documentation fees, or any dealer markups. These vary by location and by dealer, so the final price you pay will be higher than what the configurator shows. When you are ready to buy, a dealer can give you a full breakdown of all charges.
The configurator also does not account for any current incentives, rebates, or financing offers Chevrolet may be running. Those change frequently and are handled separately during the purchase process.
Saving and Sharing Your Configuration
Once you have built a ZR1 you like, look for buttons to save, print, or email your configuration. Most configurators let you do all three. Saving stores your choices so you can come back to them later without rebuilding. Printing creates a document you can bring to a dealership or keep for your records. Emailing sends the configuration directly to a dealer's email address if you enter one.
When you email a configuration to a dealer, include a note with your contact information and let them know you are interested in discussing this specific build. Dealers use these configurations to understand what you want and can tell you about availability, timing, and any current pricing or incentive information they have.
What to Do If an Option You Want Is Unavailable
If you select an option and then find that another option you wanted is now grayed out, it means those two choices cannot be combined on the same car. This usually happens with performance packages, suspension setups, or certain interior and exterior color pairings.
To unlock the option you want, go back to the earlier step where you made a conflicting choice and select something different. The later options will refresh and may become available. If you are not sure why an option is unavailable, a dealer can explain the technical or manufacturing reason when you contact them with your configuration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does building a configuration on the configurator reserve a car for me?
No. The configurator is a planning tool only. Saving or emailing a configuration does not hold a vehicle or create any obligation. You still need to contact a dealer and complete a purchase order if you want to actually buy a ZR1 with those specifications.
Can I change my configuration after I save it?
Yes. You can load a saved configuration and modify any choice. The tool will update the image and price to reflect your changes. You can save the new version or start completely fresh.
What if the configurator shows a price different from what a dealer quoted me?
The configurator shows MSRP only. Dealers may charge more or less, and they add destination charges, taxes, and fees that the configurator does not include. Ask the dealer to break down their quote so you can see which parts match the configurator price and which are additional charges.
Can I order a ZR1 directly through the configurator?
No. The configurator is for building and viewing options only. To order a ZR1, you need to contact a Chevrolet dealer, show them your configuration, and work through their ordering process.
Does the configurator show all available colors and options?
The configurator shows the options currently offered by Chevrolet for the ZR1. Availability of specific colors, wheels, and packages can change with model year updates or production runs. If you do not see an option you heard about, ask a dealer whether it is still available or coming soon.