Most people will never own a Hennessey Venom F5, but now they can build one—virtually, at least. Hennessey has launched a photo-realistic configurator, putting the power of hypercar customization in anyone’s hands. With over 500,000 possible combinations, users can tweak nearly every detail, from body style to finishes. Hennessey offers its real buyers the same kind of extreme personalization. The Venom F5 Stealth Series is proof—so exclusive that only three exist. For those who want the real thing, the configurator is just a starting point. The truly bespoke experience happens at Hennessey’s Texas headquarters, where future owners fine-tune their hypercar in person. But for everyone else, this is the closest they’ll get to designing a multi-million-dollar machine. Read More Karma Strikes Back with Amaris Hybrid Coupe Venom F5: 500,000 Ways to Build It Hennessey’s Venom F5 is a 1,817-horsepower monster. First revealed last summer, it carries a $3 million price tag and comes in five versions: Coupe, Roadster, Revolution Coupe, Revolution Roadster and F5-M Roadster. All five models have Hennessey’s 6.6-liter twin-turbo V8, known as Fury. It cranks out nearly 2,000 horsepower, making it one of the most powerful production engines ever bolted into a car. Owners can choose between a manual or automatic transmission, an unusual option in the hypercar world. Hennessey’s new configurator lets anyone experiment with 500,000 possible design combinations, picking everything from paint colors to wheels and interior trims. It’s the closest most people will get to owning one, but Hennessey’s Texas headquarters offers even more custom options for those willing to take the next step. John Hennessey knows not everyone will see a Venom F5 in person, but the configurator changes that. “To see one in person could be potentially challenging, but to be able to interact with one was something we definitely wanted people to do.” Now, anyone with an internet connection can spec their own hypercar—no $3 million required. Design a Venom F5 and Win a Trip to Hennessey HQ Instead of digital renderings, the system uses real images of the car, powered by Unreal Engine, the same 3D technology behind cutting-edge video games. The result is a virtual Venom F5 that looks as real as the one sitting in Hennessey’s Texas headquarters. Every angle is covered. The configurator lets you view the car from the front, side, and back, but the top-down perspective is rare. Inside, the shots are designed to make it feel like you’re sitting in the driver’s seat. Read More This Ultra-Rare Widebody BMW M4 is Impossible to Ignore There’s even a Texas-sized Easter egg. If you look closely, you’ll spot a cowboy hat blowing away in the background—a subtle nod to the brand’s roots. “There are so many little Texas touches that just permeate everything, and that's kind of in our DNA,” said Malinick. Hennessey is turning it into a competition. To be a part of it, access the carmaker's configurator, design your own Venom F5, and share it on Facebook or Instagram with the tags @HennesseySpecialVehicles, @HennesseyPerformance, and @Pennzoil. Winners will be picked at random, with Hennessey merchandise up for grabs. But the real prize is the Ultimate Venom F5 Factory Experience. Three lucky winners will be flown to Texas to work on their design with Hennessey’s team. They’ll get a tour of the production facility, see the Venom F5 up close, and walk away with a massive 40×26-inch canvas print of their custom build. So far, only 28 Venom F5s have been delivered, adding up to $84 million in sales. Source: Hennessey
