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Hennessey Unveils $2.5M Blackbird: 800hp, 220mph Supercar

8/4/2026

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Hennessey Special Vehicles unveiled the Blackbird supercar in Sealy, Texas.
It is powered by an Ilmor 6.2-liter V-8 delivering 800-850 hp and drives the wheels through a gated manual with a key.
Hennessey targets 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds, a 220 mph top speed, and will produce 71 units at $2.5 million each.
The car omits screens, has analog gauges, and will debut on August 14 at The Quail during Monterey Car Week.

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Hennessey Special Vehicles unveiled the Blackbird supercar in Sealy, Texas.
It is powered by an Ilmor 6.2-liter V-8 delivering 800-850 hp and drives the wheels through a gated manual with a key.
Hennessey targets 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds, a 220 mph top speed, and will produce 71 units at $2.5 million each.
The car omits screens, has analog gauges, and will debut on August 14 at The Quail during Monterey Car Week.