pagani huayra roadster convertible supercar

the pagani ‘huayra’ roadster is a limited edition, €2.28m, 760bhp convertible supercar, strictly limited to 100 units and it’s already sold out. the italian-automaker has integrated a removable carbonfiber hard top with a central glass element, combining the looks of a coupe, and the freedom of a convertible, in complete luxury.

‘pure beauty in all shapes and surfaces’, is the philosophy behind horacio pagani’s latest creation. from this foundation is a roadster with the perfect balance of attention to detail and technological innovation. the combination of art and science is a founding principle and cornerstone to the philosophy of pagani. this creed comes from the genius of leonardo da vinci, who pursued perfection in form and function at every stage of the process, down to the most minute component of the design. all pagani creations are born from this relentless chase of beauty and passion. the ‘huayra roadster’ represents an unbridled artistic showcase, featuring the most dynamic technology. 

the pagani ‘huayra’ roadster door design followed in the tradition of the mercedes-benz models from the 1950’s, specifically the gullwing doors of the ‘300-SL’, and its roadster variant featuring conventional doors. the overall form is smooth and immediate, where each line has a beginning and a definite end. every detail has been revised – every contour made more defined, every curve redrawn multiple times to arrive together in a cohesive, liquid form. from the more aggressive and pronounced mouth of the car, framed by wider wheel arches, from the shape of the roll bars to the upgraded interior – every single element of the car has been scrutinized and redesigned. every detail considered and developed with its own unique design language, in direct symmetry with aerodynamic requirements.

the bonnet has a fundamental function: an elegant vitrine containing both the technology and the art of the engine. by natural evolution, its design took on a life of its own, becoming a space with its own stylistic identity. unlike most modern supercars, the ‘huayra’ is almost fully exposed, with almost every mechanical part visible, every last piece proud to be revealed. staying true to the pagani philosophy of respecting every last detail in the design, every piece of the car given consideration and attention. even the smallest screw is designed to be both beautiful and functional.

the convertible supercar is powered by the mercedes-AMG ‘M158’ engine, built specifically for pagani.  the twelve-cylinder engine delivers 764 horsepower at 6200 rpm, with a torque of over 1000 Nm already available at 2400 rpm. the twin-turbo, 12 cylinder engine is developed to satisfy both international homologation standards and even more stringent pagani internal standards, resulting in a driving experience both relaxed and electrifying. the turbines have been developed to provide an immediate throttle response without delay, providing the driver with full control of the vehicle. the dry sump lubrication allows for perfect engine response, even under the most extreme lateral acceleration conditions.