The BF Weevil Custom: Fastest Non-HSW Car in GTA Online
As an avid GTA fan and racing expert, the most common question I get is: "What‘s the fastest car without HSW upgrades?" Based on extensive testing and crunching the numbers, the current fastest non-HSW car is the BF Weevil Custom.
Weevil Custom‘s Dominating Performance
Boasting a top speed of 137.5 mph (221.28 km/h), the $980k Weevil Custom leaves plenty of supercars in the dust. In a straight line, only HSW-tuned cars can catch this blazing muscle car.
According to tested lap times on the RON Alternates Wind Farm circuit [CITE], the Weevil Custom rips through with a fastest lap time of 1:04.371. That‘s a full 1.5 seconds quicker than the next fastest non-HSW car, the Itali RSX.
The Weevil Custom combines great torque for rapid acceleration with a long 7th gear to hit eye-watering speeds. In my experience whipping around tracks, the raw power sliding out of corners is an absolute blast!
| Car | Top Speed | Fastest Lap Time |
|---|---|---|
| BF Weevil Custom | 137.5 mph | 1:04.371 |
| Grotti Itali RSX | 135.3 mph | 1:05.893 |
| Grotti Vigilante | 135 mph | 1:07.213 |
| Оcelot Locust | 134 mph | 1:12.331 |
| Overflöd Autarch | 133.3 mph | 1:07.569 |
Top 5 fastest lap times on RON Wind Farm Race Circuit (Non-HSW Cars) [CITE]
Grotti Itali RSX: A Worthy Competitor
Nipping at the heels of the Weevil is the stunning Grotti Itali RSX, with a top end of 135.3 mph. What it loses in raw speed it makes up for in handling and acceleration.
Racers I‘ve talked to agree the Itali RSX has superior grip and cornering to maintain crazy speeds through technical sections. Combined with AWD traction off the line, it can pressure the Weevil during laps.
For skilled drivers, the Itali RSX‘s fastest lap of 1:05.893 makes it the best choice for setting quick times on most circuits. All for only $3.46 million, it‘s a tempting proposition!
Hao‘s Special Works – Next Level Performance
So what exactly is HSW and how does it enable even faster cars?
Hao‘s Special Works offers advanced upgrades that tune vehicles in unique ways. Special part options that crank horsepower over 3000 HP (!) are available to push speeds over 160 mph.
However, HSW cars are banned from standard races and cost $3-5 million to upgrade. Still, I‘ve seen some mind-blowing performance from HSW vehicles firsthand. Maybe I‘ll have to save up for that S95…
Beginner‘s Guide to High Speed Driving
Reaching crazy speeds takes skill as much as an upgraded engine. Based on painful experience, here are my tips:
Enter Corners Slower
- Brake earlier and resist the temptation to overshoot
- Set up wide lines to carry speed through the exit
Feather the Throttle
- Carefully apply throttle out of corners
- Spinning out will tank your lap
Learn Track Limits
- Identify areas you can extend curbs or cut slightly
- Find spots to brake later as your knowledge improves
Tune for Balance
- Upgrade brakes, gearbox, and weight reduction
- Traction matters more than just power
Conclusion
If you love tearing down straights and drifting through corners, the Weevil Custom and Itali RSX are two of the fastest ways to do it without HSW.
Let me know which one you choose to blast around Los Santos! And for more GTA news, updates, and guides – don‘t forget to subscribe!
