1000HP Cadillac 6sp Manual Test Drive with John Hennessey // H1000 Upgrade // CT5-V

Cadillac's CT5-V Blackwing's "luxury sedan meets American muscle" only gets better with more power. Following a 1000 HP upgrade based on Hennessey's infamous EXORCIST performance upgrade for the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, the Cadillac CT5-V becomes an absolute menace on the pavement. Recently, John visited the Pennzoil Proving Ground to record his first impression.
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[@jiboperator3140]

Anyone else just shaking their head and realizing we’re poor 😂

[@joshuamorris9050]

I got a kidney nd some liver for one

[@transparentsoldier6331]

For sure 😂

[@kennethbyington516]

Dammit man 🤦‍♂️ just my thoughts

[@BigDog8162.0]

My sentiments exactly 😂

[@astyn3117]

Yes 😅

[@leronvenable7807]

"The Tesla plaid is like a washer machine.". "An appliance." "No soul" 😂☠️☠️😂

[@stereolababy]

but he enjoyed it as a daily for a while so...

[@MD-pz3cn]

He's right.

[@richardmesser1091]

But faster than the Cadillac using no gas

[@csbartonorgan83]

​@@richardmesser1091 faster doesnt mean better 🤷‍♂️

[@mykec.selene8302]

​Like WHO cares about that either way it's a fantastic car and I am going to own it very soon!!!​@@richardmesser1091

[@antoineaaron3754]

The no lift shift feature is getting even better now. It’s much smoother. I see they’ve been working at it

[@patallen5095]

Nothing better than listening to that V8 burble, pop and crackle!! Mr. Hennessey, thank you!! 👍

[@lewiscross7603]

It's crazy how well it handles the power.

[@JJDaCool1]

CT5 Black Blackwing my favorite ride right now!!! Cadillac did a amazing job!!

[@SuzukiKid400]

Too bad you can't buy one for MSRP anywhere.

[@sigmawoodspr04]

That 59mph in 1st gear.... sir!

[@eligennis5436]

that's what I can't get over. how is that even possible?

[@bubbleman2002]

John Hennessey's laid back personality and soft spoken nature is an awesome juxtaposition to the rowdy and ludicrous vehicles he produces. Thank you for making these cars a reality, despite having not been around for it, I do long for the days of when manufacturers would offer dealership supercharging kits and performance heads, labour included, in cars you bought off the showroom floor, for customers who were just a little bit crazy!

[@veto8792]

Couldn’t agree more.

[@sjfk1306]

Well, considering he is a thief and a scumbag, he needs to be believable so people will hand their expensive vehicles over to him.

[@WineHouse33]

I remember when Hennessy was one of the biggest, and one of the first tuners out there. Now since the internet and KZbin, there are 100's. I guess thats a good thing?!?

[@chaunceysimmons4030]

​@@sjfk1306why??

[@SK-GT]

@@chaunceysimmons4030 pretty easy to rind on google. Early Viper days etc.

[@MrYabber]

Bro the noise this beast makes when he shifts is absolutely insane.. edit (4:24)

[@R_Noel]

The “yes ma’am” did it for me mr. Hennessy. You’ve been doing amazing work and I would definitely tune in to more of your reviews sir 😁

[@timmannchicken]

Hennessey summed it up best when he said he will "shut up and drive". 🤣 The CT5-V is a thing of beauty.

[@cristianrosales2217]

Sound so good 😩

[@FrankDBoyce]

Does it? Seems a bit tin-y for my liking

[@craigstark2712]

Not what you would expect when you see a four-door Caddie lol. Sounds mean for sure!

[@louiedoee]

@@FrankDBoycealways the old man to hate on something.

[@jasonlong8420]

​@@FrankDBoyceI actually agree. Sounds good in the car, but not liking the out of car sound

[@lordfordification]

​@@FrankDBoyceyes and no, I'm sure it sounds better in person. Recording with a mic and uploading to a platform like KZbin will severely limit your audio quality. That being said, I'm sure it's possible to get a better exhaust but it's going to cost you.

[@Mike-gh7vk]

Holy smokes is he laid back and down to earth! Badass car!

[@2samarie2]

The way this started sent chills thru me

[@tmost7639]

Now thats a beautiful and Legendary car!! The CTSV is my favorite car of all time!

[@godbreaker6596]

This car has me Bricked up

[@TheFluffyWendigo]

That paint is gorgeous.

[@johnbehneman1546]

THANK YOU, HENNESSEY PERFORMANCE,!!!!

[@ShawnC.W-King]

Hennessy winding her up in the first 3:55 - 4:04 Minutes and you hear him say "Yes Ma'am", you know its aporoved 😂

[@jimeagle5483]

That exhaust note!!!

[@ayearon2999]

Love what John does man.. ❤

[@patrickr2601]

Every time I think i've seen the best cars ever, another comes around.. This care is insane.

[@daverobinson1574]

Thank you John. That was a great video!!

[@Ont785]

I love the look at that car wow, you did a great job

[@jonathanblake5844]

Love seeing John test drive new cars!

[@genemounce8302]

He's doing that because they're not selling cars. Hennessey doesn't have repeat customers. Google it.

[@faraways7ab]

thank you, Hennessey . I would like to have one of these manual transmissions on my daily drive ❤

[@giselejuliao1418]

Parabéns amigo super lindo, vc é o melhor, estou imprecionada com a sua inteligência 😊

[@carloslewis8448]

Sounds phenomenal ❤

[@johnbehneman1546]

A MUST WATCH!!!

[@AFPCL_Gameplay]

Epic work on this Caddy!!! 💪💯😎 I hope one day I can have one 😁.

[@travisalbritton605]

Absolutely love love that caddy

[@JavierTorres-py6rp]

Sounds amazing.

[@BrandonClark-StocksPassports]

CTS - V coupe from 2010 - 2013 was the best Hennessey Cadillac you guys ever made. I got one and it is by far my favorite version of cadillac of all time. You guys did a great job of showing it on Jay Leno years ago as well.

[@TLane-fd5ee]

Absolutely WICKED & NAZZZZSSTTEE RIDE!

[@jdmccully3883]

that cam chop 😅🥹

[@johnbehneman1546]

THANK YOU, CADILLAC,!!!!

[@michaelmccarthy7265]

Unbelievable unbelievable unbelievable and beautiful the same time

[@victorcumba6305]

That blacking is BADA$$ nice color and a good amount of power I need one of those in my life 🔥

[@novoice9286]

4:37 the stank face i had hearing this fly-by man...love it

[@thctitan5041]

I love this car also quick question for john, would you consider doing le mans at some point? im not sure if there's some sort of regulation or rule that wouldnt allow it but it would be sweet to see Hennessey build a car for le mans 💪

[@hoodoocanyonsyndicate]

Damn that caddy sounds so good, music to my ears.

[@phil26]

Hennessey.... a dream a vision just beautiful! Combine the Caddilac CTS-V with your Brand, is just Amazing!

[@johnnyphoenix1223]

The pickle parkway I take it to bypass Austin when going to Laredo it’s gotten busier wondering if you’re going to do something with the e-ray ?? And tat Cadillac is something special great job

[@technologic21]

Great sounding car, love the blue paint job!

[@super8mate]

And the bronze wheels. If I had $160k, I’d order exactly like that today!

[@lawsonleatherwood4249]

shut up

[@alanincentraljersey]

We have a 23’ CT5 V, not the Blackwing. This is a real racing car, ours is a nice driver for my wife. GREAT to see this review, thank you.

[@lawsonleatherwood4249]

Real racing car? are you serious? sounds like you're the wife buddy. better oil up im on my way

[@fire_breathing_hamster]

Holy crap I need this in my life.

[@mykec.selene8302]

Oh my God!!! I've got to have this car!!!

[@perrylynch322]

That was awesome ..I’m awestruck

[@mikej.8599]

Definitely would love to have one of these💯

[@doubleoddbuck00]

Wow... That is impressive!!!

[@ericjohnson7867]

Well done, having the S65 AMG, I'm wondering a test drive against TQ vs TQ?

[@mattportnoyTLV]

Hands down the best looking Cadillac ever made.

[@estuardo69gpl]

My new dream car

[@03HL]

Hilarious to see the fuel range drop near the tach! awesome! :)

[@otisbailey5455]

Thanks John nice riding with you. Definitely not an appliance.

[@HemiSRT8]

Dream car..... What a machine 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@georgecupac1202]

Doe's it have manual hand break? Very nice.

[@justinefreedom4184]

I need this in my life

[@anthonyfigueroa9643]

This is awesome 👍😎

[@kevintownsend3840]

Hennessey is the boss when it comes to making your car worth its weight in gold.

[@simeonhollis9707]

Man that is a amazing machine! It’s a beautiful looking vehicle and is just nasty!

[@philmfwalker1611]

Thanks for making America auto great. Even if we cant afford them. Merica!

[@MrJason081382]

I envy you sir, what a cool job to have. I could only wish

[@memberman]

These need to come to Australia

[@findgairysmith1]

(Oh Baby - Baby!) John H. gets to live - (the dream)! That'd be (SO) cool! .G!"

[@10krms54]

The minute i hit the lotto i am putting a order for these one the raptor n the vett man o man.

[@jayjones1220]

This would b a great birthday present 🎁 4 me to drive that on the track😊😉

[@DJDANGER2411]

Gawd damn that sounds so good on the back stretch! I need more money 😭😭😭

[@shawnmcfarland4743]

Another great CREATION...

[@GolfCoyote]

What tires are on the back that it’s holding that kind of power? Looked like PS4S up front but no way a PS4S is holding 830whp without spinning forever

[@hulktruepacrs516]

This is my absolutly dream car. We needed to Germany.

[@iSmoker57]

The donuts at the end, What gear was that? I want to say at least second.

[@johnbehneman1546]

THE V8 STILL ROCKS!!!!

[@gregw515151]

Beautiful

[@philpernice4722]

Wave metallic blue is 🔥

[@icedrinksfmj]

Amazing

[@TheLarrySystem]

I am certainly going to buy a Hennessey car!

[@teligon]

Love it!

[@Nellie-H]

Bin on the German Autobahn a couple of times on four and two wheels. Doing top speeds of 175 mph in a car and about 160 mph on a motorcycle. I would love to test drive this Caddy there.

[@PRE22164oo]

I have a 2023 CT5 Twin Turbo (V6) anything I can do to make it faster?

[@thaiblkman1]

Yes i've seen where your facility was right off a I10, I am a truck driver that's why I was able to see where you guys were located

[@twizzy4856]

Mannn that sounds bonkers

[@mochavated1]

Mannnnn ol man it does

[@richard2424]

Best car hands down !! I own one my self

[@nealstampley1546]

Cadillac Cadillac Cadillac!!!

[@russclewley6945]

Oh baby!

[@drillicx644]

not even half way through the video and I'm in love imma have to buy one soon lmaoooo

[@2006blackout]

I'd like to have that thing!

[@Luis-ty5zb]

I own a 2022 CT5 V Blackwing (manual) and have done 160 mph and the car is absolutely amazing in all aspects of it's awesomeness!! I can't imagine how much more with an upgrade

[@derrickharper6578]

U can push it past that easily, I got a 2012 Hyundai Genesis 5.0 and went 155 in it.

[@Cartier2Shiesty]

you still got a bunch of room to go faster too, be safe brother, but go fast! life is short

[@cholodesanfe87]

@@Cartier2Shiestywhy make it shorter

[@texasjedi8680]

My 2013 6-Auto is great. Can’t imagine this🦍🦾

[@lawsonleatherwood4249]

brokie

[@1RJW381]

"i like it"🏁✅

[@jimmycline4778]

This is the perfect car, to me it is the best looking car GM has ever produced!

[@billelmenesraoui8083]

its a monster

[@bencabebe1423]

How much and will it pass smog on Cali

[@NATLCHEM]

Very Impressive, I have a Demon, I also have a 69 GTO with a LS7 motor in it, Built by Hat Rod Engines out of Seattle, Dyno at 810 , I believe the GTO will out run the Demon, I love the CTSV cars, They are just amazing cadillacs , Nothing like a muscle car in a Luxury car, I have a V12 Benz coup. Street legal monster by benz, top end 200+ I am not as lucky in Lauderdale as you are in Austin, I was there when the built Mopac, and the 360 outer belt, Had a lot of fun back in the 80's . Really wish I could afford Hennessey, !!!!!!

[@carramrod8232]

Better sounding than anything out of Italy

[@SeamusMcFitz-jz9if]

What the Nurburgring lap time for that domestic POS. 45 mins?

[@karlb8069]

Your usual Spectacular work Mr. Hennessey! Wow!

[@E9819_]

I’ve long been confused about GM not bringing the CT over here to Australia when they canned our beloved Commodore (and the Holden brand in general) they would have sold plenty. They’re the perfect substitute in both terms of power and style. Seeing what Hennessy has achieved with one of these only makes me more dumbfounded, it’d fit right in at Bathurst!

[@longjohn5322]

It would fit right in my garage also. What a magnificent beast. Looks like I’ll be sticking with the VF GTS until further notice.

[@krasnaludek298]

BEAST 🤘🏻🇺🇸

[@yeetusthefetus925]

the no lift shift on that is no joke

[@Private011]

No lift shifting is amazing. GM put a lot of work on perfecting it. It’s been talked about for quite a while.