Unleashing a Legend: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Hennessey 750 Convertible Roars With Rare Power and Drop-Top Style
A rare and barely driven 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible modified by renowned tuner Hennessey Performance is turning heads on the collector market with just 7,436 miles on the odometer—and a staggering 708 horsepower under the hood.
Starting life as a factory ZL1 with a 6.2-liter supercharged V8, this Victory Red convertible was transformed into an HPE750 by the Texas-based performance powerhouse, Hennessey. The upgrade, which reportedly cost around $25,000, brought extensive modifications including a new camshaft, ported heads, custom pulleys, and an upgraded heat exchanger. The result is a dyno-verified output of 708 hp—up from the factory-rated 580 hp.
Performance isn't the only standout. This Camaro wears aggressive styling cues, from carbon fiber hood vents to blacked-out trim, custom badging, and staggered 20-inch wheels wrapped in sticky rubber. The cabin complements the bold exterior with Alcantara-trimmed sport seats featuring red stitching and Hennessey embroidery, along with a touchscreen infotainment system and retro-inspired auxiliary gauges.
Shifting duties are handled by a TR6060 six-speed manual transmission, sending power to a 3.73-geared limited-slip rear end. Beneath the surface, a strut tower brace, stainless headers, and upgraded exhaust system refine both handling and soundtrack. Braking is managed by Brembo-supplied power discs at all four corners.
Originally built for straight-line muscle, this version shows that open-air performance and track-capable dynamics can coexist. Despite its ferocity, the car remains in near-showroom condition, making it a standout example of modern American muscle.
With the ZL1 Hennessey 750 Convertible, Chevrolet and Hennessey prove that even in a world leaning toward electric performance, there's still plenty of thunder left in the old-school V8—and room for the wind in your hair while you're at it. See it here.
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