A Chevrolet Corvette melted after a long, high-speed drive (2 photos)

The owner of a Chevrolet Corvette C7 ZR1 required unscheduled repairs after participating in a race. The supercar's rear end melted from prolonged high-speed driving. During the race, he averaged over 279 km/h (175 mph).





The race was called the Big Bend Open Road. It consisted of several runs totaling 189 kilometers (115 miles). Corvette owner John Anhalt averaged 279 km/h (175 mph), setting a new track record. His top speed was 354 km/h (228 mph).

After the finish, it was discovered that the plastic panel between the rear taillights had melted. The headlights also appeared to be damaged. According to the owner, the car had undergone extensive tuning, including a new exhaust system. Therefore, the exhaust gas temperature was likely significantly higher than on the standard version.