Hot Lapping a 1969 Camaro Z/28 Trans Am Series Race Car! - The J-Turn Ep. 19
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
- This week on The J-Turn, Jessi Lang takes a road trip up to Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca where she gets seat time in one of the most coveted relics from the classic muscle car era: a 1969 Camaro Z/28 from the Original Trans Am Series. With 500 horsepower, unassisted brakes, and a deafening open exhaust, this car isn’t for the weak or weary- it’s for people like Jessi, who lives for track days and who forsakes the earplugs to savor each growl. See how Jessi and this iconic classic fare at one of North America’s most technical and challenging tracks.
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Watch Jessi Lang break *****'s decibel limits in a 1969 #Camaro Z/28 Trans Am Series race car!
Jessi Lang driving like she stole it..... #hellyeah
Thanks, Laura Boisse!
You know it, Izzy Novas!
Jessi Lang happy to see your back on the track again!
Good video Jessi Lang
As a Boss 302 fan, I must say damn nice car. Gotta love a Z/28!
Those Boss 302’s were ridiculously fast as well!! Coming from a 68 Camaro owner. Gotta love and respect Ford for going to LeMans and destroying everything!
The sound of this car makes me happy!
Me too! I turned the exhaust note into a ringtone and I can't get enough of it...
Jessi
Motor Trend Channel Awesome! Congrats on living a dream, yours and mine!
Motor Trend Channel strgtjutfhjvc
Nothing like the sound of a Trans Am car. Wether it's a Camaro, Amc,Dodge,Plymouth,Mercury,Ford or Pontiac
HOSSMCGILLICUTTI 305 V8 reving at 7500 - 8000 rpm with no mufflers = music to my ears
Small-blocks sucks -)
That's one of the purest moments in gear head history - when +Jessi Lang fires up that Camaro you can feel the emotions! Wishing you continued success in your recovery. Keep the J turns coming!
Hey Jessi!!!!! I saw a quick preview of you climbing into the track car during your tearful return to MT. Dude, you rock, and you will always rock!!! This is a pure example of "Jessi Finding A Way". I'm glad to see that enthusiastic smile again peering over the steering wheel of the cars lucky enough to have you guiding them to your next destination. I look forward to all of your future episodes Jessi. Stay strong, and be well. OH, BTW Thanks for responding to last comment. I really appreciate getting feedback from all of you Big Shots @MT. lol
This message made my day, Lawrence German. Thanks for every word!
Jessi
Motor Trend Channel No problem, I'm glad I could help.
*ADORE TRANS AMs!!!* ...
Watching this track unfold reminds me of my FAVORITE 10 MILES OF BLACKTOP- ROUTE 39, between Springville NY & Arcade/Chaffee, NY... ALL those turns, cork screws, blind curves, quick rises & descents... I take them at 90mph IF I'm lucky enough to hit that stretch w/NO TRAFFIC!!!!.... It's a serious DRAG getting behind a slow-poke cause THERE IS NO AVAILABLE AREAS TO PASS... a solid double yellow the entire 10 miles!!! ....but *WHAT A THRILLING 10 MILES!!!* 💜💞💜
It's great to have you back Jessi! I couldn't even watch your last video all the way through without feeling physically ill after learning all that you had to endure. I can't even fathom the pain you felt or the emotional anguish you had to suffer through. That being said, it's such a joy to watch you come back to this channel. I always enjoy your excitement in describing your experiences, your unbridled passion and getting to witness you experience what most of us can only dream of. You have a gift of expressing and putting into words what I can only imagine what it must be like to get behind the wheel of these special and unique vehicles. You're very lucky to have the job that you have. And you deserve every moment of ecstasy it provides. Keep up the great work!
restricting a car to 130 decibels seems like a crime to me :D
93db now
Yeah why even bother going to a track anywhere that has noise restrictions? Isn't that the whole point of a racetrack? I'm sure some keyboard commando will correct me but I'm sorry, this is just one more symptom of what is wrong with this world. Crybabies should not live close to racetracks. No one forced you to live there.
Just bad ass Jessi. Glad to see you behind the wheel again. Stay strong. You are a motivation.
Thank you, strakill. That means so much to me!
Jessi
JESSI, so glad your back, your fans have missed you, and I'm happy your love for cars hasn't been tainted too bad. You're the reason I came to MT in the first place
Welcome back Jessi. The sights, sounds, smell and driving of a race car has a unique way of making the real world peel away.
Jessi Lang I am a huge car fan and didnt even know about you until I saw the video on your accident. You are a survivor. It takes a strong person to go through the injuries, surgeries, physical therapy, and then jump right back into the drivers seat... Your story helps put life in perspective and will be in my mind whenever life gets tough. More power to you!
Many thanks for every word, michael cassaday!
That car sounds AMAZING!
Your eyes said it all with the hit of that ignition. Welcome back to the world of octane Jessi. Best of luck on the FULL recovery.
Wow Jessi! What a way to come back! So proud of you! What a beast of a car! That thing sounded awesome! Great job, keep on kickin butt Jessi! YOU GOT THIS!
This is the first time I've ever seen this show. 2 things come to mind: 1) This is one of the better car shows I've ever seen. It has all the relevant information with minimal excess and great use of descriptive terms. and 2) Why can't there be more women like this out there that can really appreciate cars and drive like this? You did awesome Jessi. I'll probably be hooked on this show.
This is my dream car. The sound, raw power, the look, its all there in 1 package.
The 1969 Z/28 is my favorite Camaro. Congrats Jessi for the opportunity to drive such a part of history.
Major Kudos to Steve and Jerry for providing an opportunity for Jessi to run this amazing car.
Jessi I've only just become a fan, but I have to say, you are an impressive lady.
Domo
Thank you, StuInTokyo, and welcome to our community! I think you're gonna like it here...
Jessi
That sound gave me goosebumps!
It's a pleasure to have you back Jessi. You are an inspiration :D
So happy to see you back, Jessi. It's so nice to see you are back doing what you love :)
welcome back, we missed you. i'm glad that despite the accident you haven't lost your passion for the cars! :)
Welcome back Jessi! It's awesome to see you back doing what you love!! The J-Turn is unlike anything else on the MT channel with a focus on not only the cars but also the experience. Looking forward to more soon! :D
Great to see your back Jessi and I hope with time the pain you are in goes away. After being in a car wreck myself hearing you describe the noise and the force, I truly appreciate your inner strength to go back to doing this sort of a job.
Great to watch the return of The J-Turn! Glad to see Jessi is doing well looking forward to more episodes! That Camaro is pure music.
I never saw this Jessi before. She seems an EXCELLENT driver. She appreciates the sound of nasty American muscle - primal, brutal, primitive and not apologizing for it. You can tell that exhaust note won her over in a big way. She certainly appreciates and respects this car as much as it's original builder could. And she drove it like a banshee - "YES! YES! more! Yes, please" - her face said as she embraced the car's spirit. I wouldn't mind more of her, I'm happy to have discovered her here by accident.
I giggled at V/J Racing. But aside from that it's nice to see Jessie back, I thought she got layed off last year when she stopped showing up but it's really nice to see her back, and it speaks volumes about her passion to see her still hop behind the wheel of these cars after what happened to her, so awesome and such an inspiration.
Good to have you back Girl, and out of all the cars to give you they put you inside one of the hardest cars you could drive
J, I keep looking at your leg. You have made a great deal of progress. We all admire your determination so much. Keep it up!
Nothing like a 520HP 8,000Rpm Chevy SBC.
& that exhaust note.
Heck Yeah, Jessie back to working on what she loves.
Also that oldschool Z/28 & it's exhaust note is perfection to me.
So glad to see you back doing what you love Jessi, you have been missed dearly. The Motor Trend Channel isn't the same without you. This episode is now my favorite, my dream woman driving the track version of one of my dream cars around one of my favorite tracks. What more could a guy ask for, besides being in the pits waiting my turn, ladies first always
Welcome back Jessi!! Good work, especially while wounded. That 69 Camaro sounds absolutely incredible, even to a Mustang fanboy.
Keep up the good work!!
Jessi,
It is so great to have you back on the MT Channel! You have a legion of viewers that adore the work you have done and all that you will do in the future.
May you have a speedy recovery…hopefully... your last surgery.
Smile,
T.T.
thumbs up for Jessi !!!!, welcome back we missed you and it't great to see you again
welcome back Jessi. I've missed J-Turn. Sending you positive energy for even a quicker recovery.
OMG.. the sound of that engine is just... awesome!!! brum blapidy blapidy blapidy blap....
Jessi, you my dear have the best job in the world...
Awesome! I don't know Jessi but you are an inspiration to me, I hope to see more videos's of you driving around badass cars and enjoying them as much as I would. Your love of cars is contagious. Thank you.
Glad you are back Jessi and able to drive a beast like that. And man is that a sweet car, that sound is just pure bliss to a car enthusiast.
So happy to see you back behind the wheel on J-Turn. I sorely missed you over the past year. I was sad when i saw your last video about the accident.
HAPPYYYYYYY TO SEE YOU BACK IN THE TRACK JESSIIIII
Hey Jessi, welcome back! Nice to see you back in the seat and back on our screens! =) I'm glad to see your enthusiasm wasn't broken just because your fibula was!
Good to have you back Jessi. I think I speak for all of us when I say we missed you!
Welcome back!! Its lovely to see someone so evidently overjoyed, clearly back where she belongs!!!
Thank you, James Mckenzie! Feels so good to be home.
Jessi
Those eyes don't lie. That's a VERY happy girl ! :)
Good to have you back at work Jessi !!
Right you are, MaffiaAlfista! My face is a dead giveaway-- couldn't lie if it tried.
Jessi
So happy to see Jessi back, I missed her a lot. Hopefully she can make a full recovery and be back to 100%. She is so brave and has a great attitude. I know I wouldn't be able to handle going through what she has.
OMG! the sound of that Camaro brought tears to my eyes. gotta luv old school muscle
Great to see ya back! Your story brought tears to my eyes. Looking forward to seeing more of the J-Turn...........really missed you.
Thank you for that, hogdog60645. I really appreciate hearing from you and am grateful you're here!
Jessi
It's so great to see the J-Turn again Jessi! So glad to see that you're recovering. Keep fighting and doing what you love!
Well, thats was pretty awesome. Nice to see Jessi again =)
agreed!
Awesome Video Jessi. It's great to see you back behind the wheel and having such a good time. -Drew
Nice to see Jessi back on here. Now if only Angus and Ed would pop up sometime....
Pop up they will Darius. Make sure to watch our special live editions of Wide Open Throttle this Thursday at 4pm PST and this Saturday at 3pm PST.
Motor Trend Channel Glad to have the J-turn back. Was also wondering where WOT went to, glad it will be back as well!!
Yay, Jessi!!! Brought such a smile to my face!!
Welcome back Jessi! It's so great to see you doing your thing again. Welcome back. :)
Fantastic to see you back, Jessi. Great video, too. That Z/28 is such a raw beast!
Wow! That exhaust note mmm mmm MMM!! Gives me goose bumps :D good to see you out and in the thick of things Jessi!! Prayers for more healing!
that car is a BEAST! its PERFECT! great to see Jessi back!!!!! XD
Welcome back to the land of milk and honey Jessi! I have no clue how tough your recuperation has been, in all aspects of the human condition but it made me smile to see the glee on your face. Now all you were missing was a two-stage exhaust setup to satisfy the noise requirement at Laguna Seca. Cheers and good to have you back!
The sound of that Z gives me goosebumps, makes me laugh, my eyes well up with water, and gives me a semi all at the same time. Love it.
Welcome back Jessi. It's nice to see you back in the saddle.....
Thanks, *****! It's GREAT to be back!
Jessi
It's good to see you back, Jessi! Glad you're doing well!
So glad you're back! Our lives have been sooo boring w/o you.
when I see a nice car coming my way on the highway I try to get my windows down as quick a I can to hear the sound of the exhaust as its coming and passing by!! I love the sound of a real exhaust!!
So do I. You belong here with us. ;)
Jessi
Wow, Jessi is very enthusiastic and well versed here. Her interest seems a lot more excitable than most guys I know.
Jessi is back!
What an amazing car and a perfect example of rolling history. Thank you Motor Trend for bringing us this video!
The Camaro an epic piece of history. The Q50 a beautiful machine. Great video.
Welcome back, Jessi, we missed you! You're looking great!
So so good to have you back. You were missed.
Jessi Lang Your story is inspirational, and this video is making me itch to get back to the US to drag my 69 Camaro t/a car out of the weeds to restore it and get it back on the track, But for now I just have my 2010 Camaro and the Nurburgring, If you ever decide to give Germany another try I have a very large car club consisting of US soldiers who would love to meet you!
Many thanks; I really appreciate that! So glad you've got some fun American muscle to enjoy at the track. Have you driven the new Z/28? I highly recommend a test drive. And I'd love to meet the soldiers, too. I'll let you know when I next head that way.
Now that is how you make a comeback!
Great return show Jessi!
Man that Camaro is gorgeous! Good to see Jessi back on the drivers seat!
WELCOME BAAAACK JESSI! Great to see you again. Wishing you a speedy recovery and more great experiences.
Good to see yo back, Jessi. I too was bedridden for nearly a year (with encephalitis), so I can understand how you feel about getting back behind the wheel. I've got a way to go yet, but I'm driving my Cobra, and nothing could be more encouraging.
Glad you're back rippin' gears Jessi! Nice ride and FREAKIN' AWESOME SOUND!!!!
So glad to see you back out there tearin it up Jess!
This chick has balls, that's for sure.
Alex Chulzhanov Not in the literal sense
Alex Chulzhanov ok you get in a bad wreck have your leg all fucked up to the point of will i have it when i wake up? most people that get in wrecks like that STOP driving all together and will stop some pro drivers. so yea she bigger balls then you.
Alex Chulzhanov It is a good thing in this case. Obviously I am talking about her personality and courage.
Yeah, balls on her chest. lol.
Jessi Lang you are a supercar goddess!! I bow to you!! Great to see you back.
HOLY CRAP!! The sound of that thing is godly
After watching the previous video about what you've been through, I can't imagine how nice that felt to do. Massive props for keeping it up.
The footage of your recovery was so grizzly, I'm so happy you're back. Now Iknow you said you hate to think back about the details of your recovery but seriously I jsutt have to say I'm so happy to see you back. I remember when you were working for RoadflyTV and I loved you there like I do here. When you reviewed that MASSIVE QX56 and the awesome ZDX.
I'd love to see you do an EpicDrivesTV yourself. I's love to hear back!
Welcome back and what a way to do it! The sound of that thing is incredible.
Amazing opportunity! What a beautiful TA !!
Love your videos Jessi! Hope to see more soon and a speedy recovery from your next surgery!
Jessi's enthusiasm is contagious
That decibel limit bullshit makes me think of a line from "The Sound of Silence" by Simon and Garfunkel:
"Fools" Said I "You do not know
Silence like a cancer grows"
Love you Jessica keep up the good work and I'll keep watching
I missed that intro sooo bad! So awesome to see you back Jessi!
Plugged the computer into the stereo for this one. Epic Sound! Very jealous as usual. With thanks from New Zealand
A man after my own heart! Good call on the stereo sound; nothing less will do for this exhaust note.
Jessi
Motor Trend Channel
Best I can do without the real thing......Also a must when watching the review on the F-Type. I enjoyed seeing you radiate pleasure when you fired her up and gave it the beans!
Wish I could drive that car. I went to the Skip Barber racing school at that track. I remember turn 6 and to stay away from rainbow wall. The cork screw was a blast to drive. When I first heard the car start up I knew you were going to mention the sound restrictions. Glad to see you had a fun time.
Jessi- great to see you back at the wheel!
What a machine! That sound made me go into a hell of a nostalgia trip. The infiniti almost sounded like a electric car in comparison to that monstrous engine.
Welcome back Jessi! Best regards from Brazil!
My god, listening to that proper American engine brought a tear to my eye, you so deserve to thrash that thing around a track.
2nd best series on motortrend only next to the mighty road kill
YOU'RE BACK, Y E IHHHH, nice comeback video, love that sound on that Camaro, I wish they bring those transams series back.
So HAPPY to see you behind the wheel again!
Welcome back Jessi!! nice to have to you back
Just watched the video about your accident and recover. It's good to see you back and driving cars.