Say hello to the Pagani Huayra Codalunga Speedster. The latest creation from the Italian supercar maker builds on the evocative Codalunga, but with one party trick… it can drop its top to enjoy the freedom of open-air motoring. The essential theme the same as its fixed-roof sibling that was created as an homage to endurance racers from the 1950s and ’60s. With the Codalunga the company removed aerodynamic appendages and side air intakes. We pursued clean, tapered forms designed to cut through the air quietly, without unnecessary noise. Only ten examples will be produced. We’ll take a guess that are all spoken for.

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Every Pagani is born to bring into form the unique vision each person has of a Hypercar. For some, it must be extreme, bold, and able to captivate at first glance; for others, it embodies elegance, restraint, and harmony. From these different interpretations arise studies, research, and solutions that lead to strikingly distinct results, yet always recognizable by the Pagani signature: the purity of the lines, the absolute attention to every detail, and the balance between aesthetics and function. The Huayra Codalunga Speedster is a tribute to those who imagine their sportscar as an icon of lightness and momentum, shaped by essential lines that transcend time with ease 
– Horacio Pagani, founder & chief designer, Pagani Automobili

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New Structure

The latest creation from the Atelier of Pagani was made by the folks at Pagani Grandi Complicazioni. As if Paganis aren’t special enough, there is division that focuses on creating few-offs and one-off vehicles. Pagani says that the Speedster is based on its coupe sibling, but it features an entirely new monocoque. The outward appearance features embedded headlamps, and a bumper with built-in splitters up front. A lower windshield flows into side windows that were inspired by post-war racing prototypes.

The Speedsters party trick is, of course, its panoramic, removable hard-top. Viewed from above, the roof evokes the perfect shape of a drop, emphasized by the side pillars. The transparent section, made of polycarbonate, reduces weight without compromising rigidity. The bespoke body features no visible openings. Instead, NACA ducts in the flat underbody help channel air. The look is set-off by monoblock alloys that measure 20-inch up front and 21 at the rear. These are shod with Pirelli Trofeo R footwear.

Every line of the Huayra Codalunga Speedster is born from a desire to optimize airflow. CFD simulations refined the curvature of the wheel arches and the fluidity of the hood, ensuring a balanced distribution of aerodynamic load between the axles. The result? Less drag, better performance.

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V12 Power

The Pagani Huayra Codalunga Speedster shares its powertrain with the coupe. As a result it has the same, AMG-sourced V12 that makes 635 kW along with 1 100 N.m of torque. The titanium exhaust system is covered in a ceramic coating that is a nod to similar treatment on racecars that ran at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. A seven-speed transverse gearbox sends power to the rear axle. The Speedster is offered in AMT (Automated Manual Transmission) and manual options – NICE!

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Pagani’s press material doesn’t quite any acceleration figures. However, it does quote a top speed that is electronically limited to 350 km/h. A multi-piston, carbon-ceramic braking system helps to haul the Speedster down from high speed. The front wheels uses six-piston calipers to clamp 410 mm rotors. Four-piston versions act on 390 mm discs at the rear.