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racebum · 12-28-2012, 03:05 PM

Went out Christmas morning for a ride in my Hennessey 700 ZL1. I figured traffic would be light....and it was. I found a straight-a-way with barely visible tail lights ahead of me. I found out how fast it is at 6000 rpm in 6th gear. Boys, let me tell you it is BAD TO THE BONE!!! It hadn't even offered to slow down when the tail lights became too close for comfort in front of me. The ZL1 was as smooth as could be, but I always have doubts about the other idiots on the road....like changing lanes for no reason. If you have any doubts, let me put your mind at ease....you won't be disappointed in a Hennessey package on this car.

I did road racing for over 10 years at the TransAm level and I know BAD! I got rid of a 2010 ZR1 Corvette to make room for this car and trust me, the Hennessey 700 ZL1 will make a Corvette driver cry!

If you are planning on an upgrade package, Hennessey can't be beat!

DangerZL1 · 12-28-2012, 04:03 PM

Sounds like a thrilling run. What speed did you get to? I wish I had a place to play. The only time I've really stayed into mine was at the local drag strip.

sportyb24 · 12-28-2012, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by DangerZL1

Sounds like a thrilling run. What speed did you get to? I wish I had a place to play. The only time I've really stayed into mine was at the local drag strip.

X2

John Deere Racer · 12-28-2012, 04:18 PM

Hey
I'm in Orlando
Come give me a ride
Lol

Trackman · 12-28-2012, 07:52 PM

"The ZL1 was as smooth as could be, but I always have doubts about the other IDIOTS on the road....like changing lanes for no reason"

...or doing nearly 200mph on a public highway?

flyingfortress1944 · 12-28-2012, 08:03 PM

I would not let that slimeball near my car(best of luck to you though).

armysig · 12-28-2012, 10:32 PM

Funny you sould write this, I just drove past their shop today on my way to Pitmakers in Humble.

I-10 was stupid with the traffic today. I did get the chance to dump my Z into 4th and get up to 125 as I drove past their shop. hehehe

*mlee* · 12-28-2012, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by armysig

Funny you sould write this, I just drove past their shop today on my way to Pitmakers in Humble.

I-10 was stupid with the traffic today. I did get the chance to dump my Z into 4th and get up to 125 as I drove past their shop. hehehe

FYI that is the worst stretch of road to speed on LOL... ask me how I know.:(

armysig · 12-29-2012, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by mlee

FYI that is the worst stretch of road to speed on LOL... ask me how I know.:(

It was way to easy to speed. Heck the flow of traffic today was 85 and it seemed like every time I tried to pass someone they tried to keep up with me.

Modern07 · 12-29-2012, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by racebum

Went out Christmas morning for a ride in my Hennessey 700 ZL1. I figured traffic would be light....and it was. I found a straight-a-way with barely visible tail lights ahead of me. I found out how fast it is at 6000 rpm in 6th gear. Boys, let me tell you it is BAD TO THE BONE!!! It hadn't even offered to slow down when the tail lights became too close for comfort in front of me. The ZL1 was as smooth as could be, but I always have doubts about the other idiots on the road....like changing lanes for no reason. If you have any doubts, let me put your mind at ease....you won't be disappointed in a Hennessey package on this car.

I did road racing for over 10 years at the TransAm level and I know BAD! I got rid of a 2010 ZR1 Corvette to make room for this car and trust me, the Hennessey 700 ZL1 will make a Corvette driver cry!

If you are planning on an upgrade package, Hennessey can't be beat!

You're gonna have to show me where this straight is!

One-Bad-ZL1 · 12-29-2012, 03:31 PM

It's snowing again here in CT, calling for 5"

, so keep those stories coming guys, we are living vicariously through you all.

racebum · 12-29-2012, 03:49 PM

Be glad to!!! When you get back we'll talk. Going to Old Town Friday night? If you do I'll tell ya then! C ya soon?!?

Modern07 · 12-29-2012, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by racebum

Be glad to!!! When you get back we'll talk. Going to Old Town Friday night? If you do I'll tell ya then! C ya soon?!?

Possibly be at Old Town but it depends on my work - I get back to the US on Wednesday evening, but if I don't make Old town due to work then I'm sure something else will be happening over the weekend that I'll be at.

Got my new air filter to fit when I get back too - start catching up some of those horses you have on me at the minute!

stymie · 12-29-2012, 07:50 PM

How is the warranty handled on the Hennessey 700 ZL1? Let's say there's an issue with a Hennessey component, do you take the Camaro to your friendly, local CHEVY Service Department & they work something out? Mr GOODWRENCH is the guy I normally take an unmodded car to for GM issues. Is Hennessey the only GM authorized shop for performance mods where an OEM warranty is still honored? The warranty is good for how many miles/months?

Thanks & have a Happy New Year! Got any pics of that monster?

12-28-2012, 03:05 PM	#1
racebum Drives: 2012 ZL1 Hennessey 700 Ashen Grey Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 215 View My Garage	Hennessey 700 ZL1 Went out Christmas morning for a ride in my Hennessey 700 ZL1. I figured traffic would be light....and it was. I found a straight-a-way with barely visible tail lights ahead of me. I found out how fast it is at 6000 rpm in 6th gear. Boys, let me tell you it is BAD TO THE BONE!!! It hadn't even offered to slow down when the tail lights became too close for comfort in front of me. The ZL1 was as smooth as could be, but I always have doubts about the other idiots on the road....like changing lanes for no reason. If you have any doubts, let me put your mind at ease....you won't be disappointed in a Hennessey package on this car. I did road racing for over 10 years at the TransAm level and I know BAD! I got rid of a 2010 ZR1 Corvette to make room for this car and trust me, the Hennessey 700 ZL1 will make a Corvette driver cry! If you are planning on an upgrade package, Hennessey can't be beat!

12-28-2012, 04:18 PM	#4
John Deere Racer Drives: 2013 zl1 m6 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Williamsport,IN Posts: 915	Hey I'm in Orlando Come give me a ride Lol __________________ 2013 ZL1 M6 black on black 10 spokes 592rwhp 616rwtq bolt ons only www.mikenorrismotorsports.com Www.lgmotorsports.com

12-28-2012, 10:32 PM	#7
armysig Catch me if you can Drives: 2012 IOM ZL-1 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 2,461 View My Garage	Funny you sould write this, I just drove past their shop today on my way to Pitmakers in Humble. I-10 was stupid with the traffic today. I did get the chance to dump my Z into 4th and get up to 125 as I drove past their shop. hehehe __________________

12-29-2012, 03:31 PM	#11
One-Bad-ZL1 So easy to love Camaros Drives: 2013 ZL1 VR #3457 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Marlborough, CT Posts: 3,768 View My Garage	It's snowing again here in CT, calling for 5" , so keep those stories coming guys, we are living vicariously through you all. __________________

12-28-2012, 04:03 PM	#2
DangerZL1 Drives: 2023 Black ZL1 Auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: FEMA Region 4 Posts: 2,935	Sounds like a thrilling run. What speed did you get to? I wish I had a place to play. The only time I've really stayed into mine was at the local drag strip.

12-28-2012, 07:52 PM	#5
Trackman Drives: 67RS Camaro ,Black 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Alberta Posts: 1,408	"The ZL1 was as smooth as could be, but I always have doubts about the other IDIOTS on the road....like changing lanes for no reason" ...or doing nearly 200mph on a public highway?

12-28-2012, 08:03 PM	#6
flyingfortress1944 Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Las Vegas,NV Posts: 94	I would not let that slimeball near my car(best of luck to you though).

12-29-2012, 03:49 PM	#12
racebum Drives: 2012 ZL1 Hennessey 700 Ashen Grey Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 215 View My Garage	Be glad to!!! When you get back we'll talk. Going to Old Town Friday night? If you do I'll tell ya then! C ya soon?!?

12-29-2012, 07:50 PM	#14
stymie Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: KC, MO Posts: 438	How is the warranty handled on the Hennessey 700 ZL1? Let's say there's an issue with a Hennessey component, do you take the Camaro to your friendly, local CHEVY Service Department & they work something out? Mr GOODWRENCH is the guy I normally take an unmodded car to for GM issues. Is Hennessey the only GM authorized shop for performance mods where an OEM warranty is still honored? The warranty is good for how many miles/months? Thanks & have a Happy New Year! Got any pics of that monster?