Chevy Silverado Interceptor

EnergyFX · November 12, 2002

Has anyone else seen or heard of this beast? We had one here on base for a while that I kept drooling over, but it has since disappeared. I have tried to do a search for any information about it but can't find anything on it. I don't know if it was a dealer package or if the owner just did a real nice job on it.

Basically it was a white newer model ('01-'02) extended cab 2 wheel drive Chevy Silverado. It had very nice looking ground effects and a redesigned lower front end with fog lamps. Wheels were not the same as stock Silverado wheels and appeared to be about 17x8.5 or so. They didn't look like catalog wheels, rather just very sporty factory options. It had no badges other than graphics on the rear fenders and tailgate that said "Z?? Interceptor". I can't remember if it was Z72 or Z84 or what, it was Z something unique though. Again, they looked factory, not like cheap aftermarket graphics. It also had chrome exhaust tips. It appeared to be a Chevy answer to the Ford Lightening. Very nice and aggressive looking.

It is possible that the owner did all this but I really don't think that is the case. It looked like a factory or dealer package.

sincityZ71 · November 12, 2002

It is most likely a dealer thing or something that the owner did. Definately not a factory truck. The only "performance" truck chevy has done is the Silverado SS. The only factory "interceptor" I have heard of is a police-version of the Chevy Tahoe that is meant to be used by police only. It had better numbers then the CrownVic, the Camaros, and the Mustangs. But I don't think they ever got those to a production stage yet, and they certainaly would have all of that stuff you mentioned on them...

SnakeEyeSS · November 12, 2002

YEah, I've seen one, it was a 99-00 ones, judging by the graphics it had. It blew me away too, don't know anything about it though, I also did a search right after I saw it. only info I got was that SilveradoWV(if I remember right) has one living near him. If anyone knows any info, I'm still wanting to know. If I remember correctly, its "ZR4 Interceptor"

EnergyFX · November 12, 2002

now that you mention it... ZR4 does sound right.

It was a sweet looking truck! I wonder if it was only a cosmetic package or if it had some mods under the hood. It LOOKED pretty #### fast... but then again... so do Hondas with stickers!

EnergyFX · November 12, 2002

Saw it again today, got photos this time. I Left a message on his windshield to get in touch with me so I can get some info on it.

I'll throw the pics up as soon as I get them developed.

SilveradoWV · November 13, 2002

I have seen one around here, it does say ZR4 Interceptor. (In a previous post I wasnt sure what this one said, but it is ZR4). This one is the same as described above but it is a dark blue. With the decals red and silver I think. I havent been able to find a description of the ZR4 RPO code, so if anyone has the site where RPO ZR4 is listed let me know, or does the RPO even exist??

The SPEEDY · November 14, 2002

D##m, I thought I would be able to get away from trooper trucks forever. Mabey thats becuase the police trucks around here are ford and dodge.

99silveradoz71 · November 14, 2002

D##m, I thought I would be able to get away from trooper trucks forever. Mabey thats becuase the police trucks around here are ford and dodge.

Trust me, I'd rather throw a bar on top of my Rado and drive that all day vs. the vics we have...too #### tight with the cages in them and me being 6'5 235.

EnergyFX · November 14, 2002

Ok, got pics now, and this ain't no Trooper truck:

Man I love this truck. The owner hasn't gotten in touch with me yet. I'm guesing he probably won't. Oh well. I wish I knew if anything was done to the motor. Interior was stock leather as far as I could tell.

TxDoc · November 14, 2002

That's pretty cool! I don't really understand.....is that truck customized by the dealer or did the owner do it or what? Nice pics, thanks!!!

EnergyFX · November 14, 2002

Well if you go back and read the previous posts in this topic it would seem that there are more than one of these rolling around. Since I can't find a single bit of information about it anywhere... I honestly have no idea where it came from. I would say it is a dealer option but the sightings aren't all in one local area, so I am guessing there is an aftermarket company out there putting this package on Silverados in the same way SLP put the Firehawk package on Firebirds and SALEEN put thier package on the Mustang.

SilveradoWV · November 15, 2002

Looks pretty close to the one around here, except color and the wheels are different I do believe!

95whtZR2 · November 15, 2002

Well I am a new member here, but I have been a member on other BBS systems on the net. I was looking through this post and decided to search for the ZR4. Like everyone else, I came up empty handed and decided to contact GM, GM website,a person sent me a reply on it basically saying that he searched for the model but could not find it, and suggested the silverado SS. I replied back saying they needed to put the 8.1 in it. I also asked why they cancelled the Typhoon/Cyclone and he said that they were not popular enough. Anyway I included the emails if you all wanted to read them, the messages start from the bottom, sorry:

Dear Mr. Jones,

Thank you for contacting Chevrolet. Our option levels and features are dictated

by public demand, and while we strive to please our customers it is sometimes

not feasible to continue marketing a certain configuration of vehicle if it

proves unpopular.

We apologize for your frustration. There are many factors that influence the

production of a model line including availability of materials and consumer

demand. Frequently, changes are made during the production year that effect the

availability of options as a result of such factors. Chevrolet reserves the

right to make these changes and unfortunately, we are unable to supply the

features or colors specified, once such changes have been instituted.

I have forwarded your suggestion to the appropriate department.

If you have any additional questions or if you would like to receive product

information on any of our Chevrolet vehicles, you may write back or contact our

Chevrolet Marketing Support at 1-800-222-1020, between 8:00am - 11:00pm EST,

seven (7) days a week. We thank you for contacting Chevrolet!

Sincerely,

Iris Daly

Customer Relationship Manager

Chevrolet Marketing Support

#Subject=RE: Chevrolet Silverado Product Information

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Sent: 11/15/02 5:14:23 PM

To: [email protected]

Subject: RE: Chevrolet Silverado Product Information

Thank you for responding so quickly, I have heard of the SS, but I wish it

had the 8.1L engine. Why did GM cut the Typhoon/ Cyclone vehicles? It would

be awesome if they came out with them again.

Thanks,

Tom

>From: [email protected]

>Reply-To: [email protected]

>To:

>Subject: RE: Chevrolet Silverado Product Information

>Date: 15 Nov 2002 14:51:24 -0400

>

>Dear Mr. Jones,

>

>Thank you for your interest in GM and the Chevrolet Silverado.

>Unfortunately I was not able to locate any information on a ZR4 Silverado.

>However there is an SS version of the Silverado coming out after the first

>of the year.

>

>The Silverado SS, created from a 1500 extended cab short bed, is powered by

>a standard high-output LQ9 version of the Vortec 6000 V8, with 345

>horsepower and 380 lb-ft of torque that provides Silverado SS with

>exhilarating off-line acceleration, relaxed cruising and dependable

>operation. It mates to a 4L65-E four-speed automatic overdrive

>transmission, with a 3.06 first gear and a 0.70 final gear ratio that

>contribute to the truck's impressive performance.

>

>The truck that you have heard about may be one that is customized by a

>dealer or and after-market company. I do not have any information on who

>does these conversion, however your local dealer may be able to find this

>information for you.

>

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>#Subject=RE: Chevrolet Silverado Product Information

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>-----Original Message-----

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>Sent: 11/15/02 2:58:13 PM

>To: [email protected]

>Subject: Chevrolet Silverado Product Information

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>Comments : I have heard of people saying that

>they have seen a Chevy Silverado with ZR4 stickers on the side and one big

>one on the tailgate. It has ground effects, and stock looking race wheels.

>Needless to say it looks sweet. Since there are several around that look the same, I am inquiring to wether it is a package form

>the factory, aftermarket, or if a dealer is putting the package on before

>selling it. Thankyou for any information on this.

EnergyFX · November 16, 2002

Well the owner still hasn't gotten in touch with me. I guess he want's to keep it a secret. I'll call a Chevy dealer tomorrow and see what I can dig up.