Corvette ZR1 comes out Guns Blazing-2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 priced at $105,000, hits 0-60 in 3.4 seconds, quarter mile in 11.3

We knew the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 was likely going to be priced right around 100 grand when it finally hit the showroom floor, and GM hit the target.

The ZR1's base MSRP of $103,300 (including an $850 destination charge) moves the $105,000 number thanks to a $1700 gas guzzler tax, but we're guessing no one lining up to buy the fastest and most technically advanced production Corvette of all time will mind in the least.

Chevrolet also released several performance numbers for the ZR1, and they're jaw-dropping: * 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds * 0-100 mph in 7.0 seconds * Quarter-mile elapsed time of 11.3 seconds at 131 mph * 205 mph top speed

The ZR1's claimed 0-60 time is .3-ticks quicker than the Z06 and its 0-100 mph of seven seconds is almost a full second faster than the Z06's 7.9 seconds. It goes without saying that the ZR1, which is reportedly capable of a 205 mph top speed, is the equal of some of the world's greatest supercars, at a price point that's much, much lower than the Ferraris and Lamborghinis of the world.

As for the ZR1's equipment list, the car comes with similar packaging to that of the Z06, but an upgraded option package is available that will set you back an additional $10,000. Here's the partial list of what you get for the extra scratch: power-adjustable, heated and leather-trimmed sport seats with an embroidered ZR1 logo; side air bags; Bose audio system and navigation system; Bluetooth connectivity; power telescoping steering column, and a custom leather-wrapped interior available in four colors. Chrome wheels ($2000) are the only other available option available for the ZR1. Add all the options in and you're looking at $117,000, before dealer markup, of course.

Not that fuel economy really matters for a car in this stratosphere, but the EPA has also officially rated the car at 14 mpg city / 20 highway, which despite the gas guzzler tax, are pretty impressive numbers considering the ZR1's supercharged, 6.2-liter LS9 engine that pumps out an SAE-certified 638 horsepower and 604 lb-ft of torque lurking under the car's carbon fiber hood. It isn't quite the most fuel efficient vehicle in its stratosphere, but it's close.

Below is all you need to know about the LS9 engine:

* Aluminum cylinder block with iron cylinder liners that are finish-bored and honed with a deck plate installed * Forged steel crankshaft with a nine-bolt flange * Titanium connecting rods and forged aluminum pistons * Stronger, cylinder heads with 2.16-inch (55 mm) titanium intake valves and 1.59-inch (40.4 mm) hollow-stem, sodium-filled exhaust valves * Camshaft with 0.555-inch (14.1 mm) lift for excellent idle and low-speed driving qualities * A dry-sump oiling system with 10.5-quart (9.9 liters) capacity * Integrated oil cooler and piston-cooling oil squirters * Intercooler cover visible through the hood window that features ZR1-unique blue accents and "LS9 SUPERCHARGED" embossed on the left and right sides

As soon as we get our hands on a production ZR1, you can be assured we will test it to its limits to see if we can match or beat GM's numbers. One thing's for certain, the ZR1 hasn't even hit the streets yet and it's already arguably one of the most amazing production cars the world has to offer.