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Rare 7-speed C7 ZR1 Convertible Comes Out Of Hibernation
The C7 generation was the last rear-wheel-drive Corvette produced. The following C8 generation fulfilled Zora Arkus-Duntov’s original idea of making America’s sports car mid-engine to compete with its European competition. This massive change didn’t come easy, but GM engineers reported that the front-engine, rear-wheel-drive platform was nearing its performance threshold with the supercharged Z06. So Chevrolet sent the last rear-wheel-drive Corvette out with a bang and offered the C7 ZR1, and a rare example has come out of collector car hibernation for sale to the public.
Less than three thousand C7 ZR1 Corvettes were produced, even less of them were convertibles will the Tremec TR-6070 7-speed manual transmission.The C7 ZR1 was only produced for one model year, 2019, and the production numbers were very low at only 2,953 made out of 34,822 Corvettes total for that year. But less than 100 were convertible ZR1s with the ZLZ Sebring Orange special design package and the 7-speed manual transmission. This rarity, combined with only 1,333 miles, is sure to bring big money at the Dallas Mecum auction this weekend.
The Sebring Orange metallic paint is sure to stand out in traffic or your garage.Among carbon-ceramic brakes, special suspension, and ZR1-specific aero was the exclusive supercharged LT5 V8, owing its roots to the more common Z06 model’s LT4 engine. The 755-horsepower LT5 was exclusive to the 2019 ZR1 and was only offered as a crate engine through Chevrolet Performance in limited volume for a very short period of time, making the C7 ZR1 highly sought after and valuable.
The original window sticker shows an MSRP of less than $150k, but we all remember the C7 ZR1 selling for over sticker price when new due to its rarity, low production volume, and many wanting the last big-dog rear-wheel-drive Corvette before the new mid-engine C8 model came out in 2020. We suspect that this orange convertible will sell for roughly double its original MSRP based on previous Mecum auctions.
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My, how times have changed in the last three years.
If you have ever wanted to climb behind the wheel of your own C8 Corvette Z06, now may be the best time ever. Chevrolet was forced to sideline sales of the 2025 Z06s due to the STOP SALE order issued on August 21st, and then they continued to build the 2026 Z06s but were unable to ship them until just recently.
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Wires Not Crossed: Error-Free LS Harness Testing
In the early days of the LS swap, chopping, crimping, and taping up a used engine harness was the only viable option. There are a few dozen circuits in an early LS harness just to run the engine, so there was ample opportunity to make a mistake and an eternity to track it down. Thankfully, the aftermarket caught on quickly to help us with all-new LS, and eventually Gen V LT, standalone swap harnesses. It can be tempting to save a buck with cheap overseas harnesses, but that can lead to problems due to poor quality, which is why BP Automotive does in-house LS harness testing on every LS and LT harness that ships to ensure you don’t run into issues.
Building a standalone swap harness is a tedious and time-consuming process, which can open the door for human error when assembling.It’s not always easy to know where today’s aftermarket performance parts are made. In an era where cost-cutting often outweighs quality, some manufacturers will compromise materials or workmanship to save a few dollars. We’ve dealt with an off-brand LS swap harness in the past, and it was immediately clear it came from someone who was lax with quality. The wiring wasn’t automotive-grade, the splices were covered in electrical tape, and the ECU connectors had exposed pins.
To the naked eye, this looks like any LS harness. But hidden inside could be bad connections, low-quality wire, and poorly crimped pins.Fortunately, BP Automotive stands on the other side of that spectrum. The company proudly manufactures its harnesses right here in the USA and takes extra steps to ensure every product meets the highest standards. Beyond the advantages of American manufacturing, BP adds another layer of assurance with a dedicated LS harness testing process before any harness leaves its facility.
To control the DI side of the fuel injection for our 2,000-plus horsepower ProCharged L8T, we used a stock ECU with a BP Automotive harness. LS/LT Harness Testing SystemAnyone who’s worked in a hands-on job knows that even the best employees can have an off day. Now, imagine assembling a complex EFI swap harness containing hundreds of individual wires, terminals, and connectors. One misplaced pin could cause hours of troubleshooting, frustration, and downtime. To eliminate that risk, BP Automotive developed a safeguard with its in-house computer harness tester.
Bill made these four adapters that plug in between the engine harness and testing system to simulate different error or problems.This system ensures that every harness is 100 percent verified before shipping. If an issue arises later, BP knows it stems from installation rather than assembly error. The tester can even pinpoint specific wiring faults with precision. The end result? Peace of mind for the customer, knowing their BP Automotive harness is as reliable and accurate as the engine it’s connected to.
We’re very specific in what we do, even down to the tenth or hundredth of a millimeter for crimp height and width. —Bill Hillock, Owner of BP Automotive
Bill Hillock, owner of BP Automotive, isn’t just the big boss; he’s heavily involved and hands-on with the business. Bill shows us the different ways his LS harness testing computer program can catch quality control problems like a missing or broken wire, a pin in the wrong location, a connection with too high of resistance, and a short circuit between two or more wires with adapters that mimic these problems.
Once in place, it’s time to test and see what the LS harness testing software tells us. No ConnectionStarting with a 24x standalone LS harness, Bill begins the demonstration by connecting the first adapter designed to simulate a missing circuit or a broken wire in the cam sensor signal side of the harness. In this case, the adapter intentionally omits the signal circuit from the connection to show how the test system reacts. Once the adapter is plugged in, Bill powers up the computer harness tester, and the software instantly begins running its diagnostic routine. Within seconds, the system identifies that the cam sensor signal circuit is incomplete, confirming that there’s an open or missing wire in the harness.
Once the adapter is plugged in, Bill powers up the computer harness tester, and the software instantly begins running its diagnostic routine. Within seconds, the system identifies that the cam sensor signal circuit is incomplete, confirming that there’s an open or missing wire in the harness.What makes this testing process impressive is the level of detail it provides. The computer harness tester doesn’t just detect that a fault exists; it shows exactly where the issue lies within the harness, pinpointing the start and end points of the missing or broken wire. This precision allows BP Automotive to verify the integrity of every connection before a harness ever leaves the shop, ensuring each customer receives a product that’s been fully validated from end to end.
Once fired up, the benchtop testing software is ready to find any and all problems This Pin Is A Little LostThe next adapter that Hillock tests is known as the crossed wire adapter, which is designed to simulate a common assembly-line mistake: mis-pinning a connector. In a complex LS engine harness with hundreds of wires, it’s easy for two terminals to get swapped during production, and this adapter allows BP Automotive to test such errors. Once the adapter is plugged in, Bill initiates the diagnostic sequence, and within moments, the computer harness tester identifies the fault. The software highlights which specific wires have been crossed, instantly flagging the error for review.
The crossed wire adapter is designed to simulate a common assembly-line mistake: mis-pinning a connector. The software highlights which specific wires have been crossed, instantly flagging the error for review.In this case, the test reveals that pins A and B are reversed at the cam position sensor connector. What’s impressive is that the system doesn’t just alert the user to a generic fault; it displays the exact pin cavities at both the PCM and the sensor connector where the mistake occurred. This precise feedback means technicians can immediately pinpoint and correct the miswire without hunting through the entire harness.
Too Much ResistanceThe third adapter Bill Hillock demonstrates in BP Automotive’s LS harness testing process is designed to simulate high resistance in the cam position sensor signal circuit. Unlike a missing or crossed wire, this type of fault is more subtle and can easily go unnoticed during assembly. The company’s testing standard is strict, and any resistance over 5 ohms will trigger a failure in this circuit. To illustrate just how sensitive and accurate the system is, Hillock installs a 5-ohm resistor into the circuit before beginning the test. Once the software runs its check, the results appear instantly on-screen, showing a total resistance of 5.7 ohms in the circuit for pin A at the cam position sensor signal.
The third adapter Bill Hillock demonstrates in BP Automotive’s LS harness testing process is designed to simulate high resistance in the cam position sensor signal circuit. Unlike a missing or crossed wire, this type of fault is more subtle and can easily go unnoticed during assembly.That small increase of less than one ohm is enough for the system to flag a potential problem. In a real harness, such a reading would suggest a damaged or compromised wire—possibly a broken strand hidden inside the insulation or a poor crimp at a connector. This kind of precision ensures that even the smallest electrical irregularities are caught before the harness leaves the shop. It’s a level of scrutiny that prevents future troubleshooting headaches and underscores BP Automotive’s commitment to OEM-level reliability and performance in every LS swap harness they produce.
This is why we do it this way. It’s because this is the standard, and we want to meet the standard. The true standard of what it takes to build a harness to GM standards. —Bill Hillock, Owner of BP Automotive
A Short CircuitFor the final LS harness testing demonstration, Bill connects the fourth and final test adapter, which is designed to simulate a short circuit between pins A and C on the cam position sensor connector. These pins represent the 12-volt reference and sensor signal circuits, two of the most critical paths in the camshaft position sensor circuits that can’t be crossed. When shorted, they create an electrical overlap that could cause erratic sensor readings, ECU faults, or even prevent your LS from running.
Hillock explains that while the BP Automotive computer tester won’t explicitly say “short between A and C,” it still identifies the issue through its network of connections, since the short technically spans four total connection points within the system.
This adapter is designed to simulate a short circuit between pins A and C on the cam position sensor connector. These pins represent the 12-volt reference and sensor signal circuits, two of the most critical paths in the camshaft position sensor circuits that can’t be crossed. When shorted, they create an electrical overlap that could cause erratic sensor readings, ECU faults, or even prevent your LS from running.Even though the readout doesn’t pinpoint a single circuit-to-circuit short, it immediately alerts the technician that multiple connections are behaving abnormally. This level of diagnostic feedback allows BP Automotive’s quality control team to isolate, trace, and repair the fault before the harness ever leaves the shop. The process highlights just how comprehensive their in-house testing is at catching not only the obvious open or crossed wires, but also the complex shorts that can cripple an EFI system once installed.
A harness can’t leave the facility until all connections get this screen and Bill’s stamp of approval. Tested, Tracked, And TrustedEvery BP Automotive harness that completes testing comes with a printed report verifying that it has passed the company’s full diagnostic inspection. This isn’t just a checklist; it’s a record generated directly by the same computer harness tester used during quality control, confirming every circuit’s integrity and signal path. If the harness doesn’t pass every phase of testing, the printout simply doesn’t generate. That means customers can be confident that any harness shipped from BP Automotive has cleared a rigorous electronic audit and is ready to perform flawlessly once installed, so you don’t pull your hair out hunting electrical gremlins.
Like a report card, this LS harness passed with straight-A’s.For standalone LS harnesses and select specialty models, BP takes quality control even further by assigning each one a unique serial number. This number, printed on a sticker near the fuse block, corresponds to the individual test report recorded by the system. It’s more than just a label — it’s a traceable certification of craftsmanship and accountability, ensuring that every harness can be tracked and verified from assembly to installation.
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Saturday Morning Corvette Comic: It’s Alive!
Our Saturday Morning Corvette Comic has taken on a monstrous vibe on this Fall October morning which kicks off the week leading up to Halloween.
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