Welcome to the BTE Racing Car of the Week series, where we feature our loyal customers and drag racing fans, and the cars (and trucks) they love to race. Today we're featuring Justin Cervantes from Ennis Texas, who owns and races a 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
How did you get interested in drag racing?
Family
When and where was your first drag race?
Texas Motorplex 2007
What model/year do you race now? Any special features?
1976 Camaro
Does your car have a nickname?
Camaro
What's under the hood?
408 LS
Which BTE Racing products do you use in your vehicle?
BTE torque converter and valve body
Why do you use BTE? How has BTE helped you improve your racing?
I like how they are involved in sportsman bracket racing. I installed a BTE converter the week before bracket finals last year ended up winning Division 4 and made it to the finals in Vegas.
Describe BTE Racing in 3 words.
Top notch performance
Who is a drag racer you look up to?
Nick Hastings
If money were no object, what would your dream car be?
1970 Chevelle
What is your proudest drag racing moment?
Winning a 10k footbrake race in Prescott Arkansas
Why do you race?
It's in my blood
What is your biggest challenge as a driver?
Don't overthink it