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If GM really wants to do this right, lets go whole hog, all in and do it 100%. Here's the deal if you want to truly capitalize on the whole ZL-1 theme.

Take the LS7 motor out of the Vette (respect the 427 heritage) and turn up the wick, just a bit, maybe go from 505 to 550. Hand built or not, we need 427 cubic inches. Anything less is insulting. The orginal ZL1 was not sublte, neither should this version. Let people know you are arriving and you brought your A-game.

How satisfying would it be to kick Supercharged DOHC Ford mustang tail with a "boring" old OHV 2v per cylinder cam in block NA mill? And make sure the oiling system is up to the task, and doesn't starve the motor for oil and blow after being on track for 20 minutes, please.

Do a full carbon hood (give me that much, please).

Give the car headers and full performance exhaust (sorry aftermarket). A side exit style exhaust would be really nice touch if possible.

Keep all the suspension goodies and the P-Diddy huge by large by ugly wheels if you must. Get the car to sit lower or at least give the illusion with some side skirts (nicely done).

Give the car a seat upgrade (keep the heaters, the power lumbar etc.) Include some houndstooth or ZL1 stitching as appropriate.

Make only 69 (or maybe 112) of them in the first year and sell them for 69K. Then see where that gets you. That would honoring the heritage of the original ZL1.