McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

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Pagani news from duPont REGISTRY News, updated as each story breaks, covering the Utopia, the Huayra in its many forms, and the Zonda that made the marque's name. Our reporting takes in reveals, first drives, bespoke builds and the auction results that set collector values. Pagani finishes fewer cars in a year than most makers build in a single day, so each sale sets a benchmark. That is where our marketplace becomes useful to readers. Paganis covered here are sometimes listed for sale on duPont REGISTRY, which puts the reporting beside a real figure. For Pagani news today, and the hypercar news and exotic car news around it, start below.

A silver and black sports car with red accents is parked on a cobblestone driveway, surrounded by similar cars—possibly stars like those Pagani will showcase at the upcoming 9th Historic Minardi Day in Imola.

By Khris Bharath – September 04, 2025

Pagani to Showcase Four Hypercar Icons at the Upcoming 9t...

Imola, the famed Italian circuit, is gearing up for one of the most exclusive weekends on the European automotive calendar. Scheduled between September 13-14, the ninth edition of Historic Minardi Day will return to the Enzo and Dino Ferrari Circuit, a track etched into Formula 1 history. Renowned for its high-speed straights and unforgiving corners, the venue first hosted a Formula 1 Grand Prix in 1980 and then regularly from 1981 to 2006. Even today, it remains one of the most technical and emotional venues in motorsport, with the Senna and Villeneuve memorials serving as reminders of its storied past. As for Historic Minardi Day, it launched in 2016 and honors the legacy of the Minardi F1 team, which competed in Formula 1 from 1985 to 2005. The event has since evolved into a festival of motorsport heritage, featuring Formula 1 machinery from various eras, prototypes, GT cars, and single-seaters; while attracting tens of thousands of fans each year. Unlike other high-end and exclusive automotive gatherings, this is one of the few places, along with Goodwood, where you can actually witness both classic and modern race cars at full chat, on a live race circuit. Now that you have some context, let's talk about how one of Italy’s most celebrated hypercar makers: Pagani, has become a mainstay at the event. It first participated in the 7th edition of the Historic Minardi Day in 2023, bringing the Huayra R, Zonda R, and Huayra Roadster BC to the track, with the newly launched Utopia serving as a static centerpiece. Last year, in 2024, Pagani doubled down with a static display featuring the Zonda F, Zonda S, and Utopia, while the Huayra BC Roadster dominated the track with its naturally aspirated V12. These appearances have cemented Pagani as one of the event’s star attractions, setting the stage for what’s coming this year. 2025 will be no different with Pagani once again lining up four multi-million dollar hypercars, each model representing a distinct moment in the Italian marque’s evolution. On display: the Zonda F, Huayra Codalunga, and Utopia, while a Huayra Roadster BC will hit the track. The “F” in Zonda F stands for Fangio, the five-time Formula 1 World Champion and founder Horacio Pagani’s early mentor, both having Argentinian roots. Fangio encouraged HPagani to pursue his dream of building a car under his own name and introduced him to Mercedes-Benz, which became Pagani’s engine supplier. Naming the car after Fangio was Pagani’s way of honoring that legacy. With just 50 produced, the Zonda F remains famous for " title="YouTube video" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen> around the 12.8-mile Nordschleife. Yes, we’ve come a long way since then with several sub-7-minute times at the ‘Ring, but that feat was impressive for its day. At just 2,712 pounds, its use of carbon fiber, titanium, and Inconel showed Pagani’s early mastery of lightweight engineering. The example coming to Imola, chassis no. 057 is finished in ‘Bianco Benny,’ a one-off color created for Benny Caiola, who became Pagani’s first customer back in 1999. Unique details in the cabin include a Nardi steering wheel, wood trim, and haute horlogerie-inspired gauges. Moving on, the Huayra Codalunga is a five-unit long-tail homage to endurance racers of the 1960s. Weighing just 2,822 pounds, it features a titanium exhaust tipping the scales at only 9.7 pounds. It also features four active aerodynamic flaps. The system Pagani first introduced in 2011. The cabin is just as exquisite, with aged leathers, woven leather-suede details, and exposed carbon fiber. Then you’ve got the Utopia (below), limited to 99 examples. It packs an AMG-built twin-turbo V12 that produces 864 horsepower and 811 pound-feet of torque. But more importantly, unlike rivals chasing hybridization, Pagani offers you a choice of pairing the V12 to a 7-speed manual transmission, a format long cherished by enthusiasts and now offered by only a handful of exotic car manufacturers. Its carbon-titanium monocoque represents the latest in Pagani’s material science, while aerospace-grade suspension and custom Pirelli P Zero Trofeo RS tires allow the Utopia to deliver handling precision rarely seen in hypercars. Finally, the Huayra Roadster BC will take to the track. With 800 horsepower, 774 pound-feet of torque, and a curb weight of 2,755 pounds, it " title="YouTube video" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen> in 2020. Developed over four years and tested for more than 186,000 miles, the car earned the prestigious Compasso d’Oro design award. Inside, racing harnesses sit alongside carbo-wood trim and embossed leather, while the six-pipe titanium exhaust delivers an unmistakable V12 soundtrack. If you’re in Europe, seeing it attack Imola live is the kind of experience that could make this event worth the trip. View All Paganis For Sale Source: Automobili Pagani

A black Pagani sports car with gold accents speeds through a racetrack corner at 2025 Monterey Car Week, slightly tilted as blurred trees and barriers rush by in the background.

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 31, 2025

Pagani Announces Presence At 2025 Monterey Car Week

Pagani brings its legacy to Monterey Car Week. The countdown is quickly winding down to this year’s Monterey Car Week, one of the world’s most prestigious and anticipated annual automotive events where the world’s greatest, most expensive, and rarest luxury, exotic, and classic cars gather on the gorgeous Monterey Peninsula in California. One of the many manufacturers bringing its masterpieces to the peninsula is none other than Pagani, one of the Motor Valley’s most venerated and exclusive hypercar manufacturers with both cutting-edge innovation and traditionally inspired craftsmanship. At this year’s event, Pagani is set to be at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, and there, Horacio Pagani himself will be singing autographs, along with the Pagani Stand displaying the Huayra R Evo Roadster with its engine coming to life, the Zonda Monza, the first Pagani made for the track, the Zonda R, the Zonda Revolución, and the Huayra R. In addition to its displays and presence at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, Pagani will also have displays at this year’s Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, coming to the legendary WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, bringing the Huayra R Evo Roadster to the iconic course for hot laps, showcasing its incredible track performance and purist performance ethos. With its reverence for both past and future, Pagani’s presence at this year’s Monterey Car Week is sure to be yet another remarkable spectacle. View All Pagani For Sale Image Source: Pagani Automobili

A white sports car with blue and red racing stripes, two seats, and aerodynamic design, photographed from above on a neutral background.

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 16, 2025

Pagani Shows Off New Utopia "The Coyote" With Vintage-Ins...

This new Pagani Utopia configuration is inspired by vintage racers. Pagani occupies a unique space in the landscape of exotic cars. Unlike the manufacturers surrounding it, Pagani has a unique ability to combine time-honored tradition and cutting-edge innovation to achieve its automotive excellence. Its low production numbers, classic-inspired aesthetic, and commitment to solutions like V12 engines and manual transmissions appeal to purist enthusiasts, while Pagani’s use of carbon fiber and high echelon of performance has pushed the automotive industry further forward. Its latest example of the “third act” of its hypercar legacy, the Utopia, is one of the most prominent examples of Pagani’s timelessness and historical inspiration in its hypercars, not just because of the Utopia’s V12 engine, artisan craftsmanship, and unique design, but specifically for the livery that adorns the newest example. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pagani Automobili (@paganiautomobili) Called the Utopia “The Coyote,” this new example of the Pagani Utopia hypercar is finished with a Bianco Benny livery, accented by stripes in Rosso Monza, Blue, and Turquoise, with unique details on the sides to make it look race-weathered. Its owner has two other Pagani cars, and the new Pagani Utopia “The Coyote” in his collection adds to a stunning car collection that is full of deeply personal, bespoke statements, a form of automotive excellence that Pagani specializes in creating. With this beautiful new livery inspired by vintage racing heroes, the new “The Coyote” is one of the best examples of the new Pagani Utopia yet. View All Pagani For Sale

A silver Pagani Automobili Huayra Codalunga convertible sports car with a sleek, aerodynamic design is displayed on a plain light background, showcasing its limited edition allure.

By Jordan Aquistapace – July 08, 2025

Pagani Automobili Reveals The Huayra Codalunga Speedster,...

Pagani is back with its newest creation. What started as a dream backed by decades of expertise working with and around the most beautiful and powerful supercars is now a living reality for Horacio Pagani and Pagani Automobili. Since the creation of the first Zonda C12 back in 1992, every Pagani has served as a stepping stone as the brand has evolved into the hypercar powerhouse it is today. And while legends like the Zonda and Huayra paved the way with a number of exclusive models and variations over the years, newcomers like the Imola and Huayra Codalunga have carried on Horacio's vision of what a hypercar looks and drives like. Today, Pagani Automobili just revealed its all-new Huayra Codalunga Speedster as the open-top version of its ultra-exclusive hypercar. Pagani's Huayra Codalunga Speedster draws on the spirit of post-war prototypes, longtail race cars, and a time when performance and luxury didn't meet. Horacio Pagani and his Grandi Complicazioni team set out to build something that pays homage to the past while remaining timeless. The result is a stripped-back design with cleaner lines, a more artistic presence, and a purposeful lack of the dramatic aero components that flood today's automotive world. The shape of the panoramic roof, the low side windows, and the tapered rear feel subtle but intentional. The whole thing seems more interested in being driven than being noticed, which is refreshing for a modern hypercar. Inside, that same mindset carries throughout the cabin. The interior features handpicked materials like stitched leather and polished aluminum, with custom embroidery that you notice more the longer you look at it. The embroidered seat fabric alone, stitched with over 450,000 individual threads, quietly proves how far Pagani goes to build something meaningful. There's also a modest nod to old-school craftsmanship, from the gear lever's shape to the steering wheel's wooden touches. And despite being open-top, the Codalunga Speedster doesn't feel like it's been carefully considered, inside and out, as a hypercar that can both be driven casually and comfortably or at 200+ mph. Under the hood, the 6.0L twin-turbo V12, built with Mercedes-AMG, delivers 864 horsepower and 811 lb-ft of torque to its rear wheels. It's paired with a 7-speed gearbox from Xtrac, available with either an automated setup or a traditional manual for those who prefer something more mechanical. The real appeal lies in how it delivers the performance, which is raw but refined, aggressive but not loud for the sake of it. The chassis is all carbon and titanium, the suspension is fully active, and the brakes are race-grade Brembos. Pagani Automobili describes the Codalunga Speedster as responsive, light, and deeply analog. Only ten of these will be built, each shaped by a collaboration between the Pagani team and individual owners. But for all its rarity, the Huayra Codalunga Speedster is a reminder that cars can still be personal, still be shaped by history, and still be made for people who want to feel something unique behind the wheel. View All Pagani Hypercars For Sale Source: Pagani Automobili

A matte sage green Pagani sports car with a convertible roof, silver wheels, distinctive headlights, and brown leather seats, photographed in a studio with a black background—ready for the hillclimb runs at Goodwood FoS 2025.

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 03, 2025

Pagani Announces Displays, Hillclimb Runs, And Delivery A...

Pagani is bringing its masterpieces to Goodwood. The Goodwood Festival of Speed is approaching very soon, gathering some of the greatest manufacturers, cars, drivers, and automotive legacies to an incredibly idyllic, historic location in England. The festival is comprised of stunning displays, captivating debuts, and of course, the anticipated Hillclimb races. One of the many manufacturers coming to Goodwood this year is Pagani, one of the most coveted and ultra-exclusive hypercar manufacturers on the planet. This year, Pagani is bringing some of its latest hypercar masterpieces to the Goodwood Festival of Speed, displaying them both at the event’s Supercar Paddock and Pagani’s official stand at the festival. The Pagani Huayra R Evo Roadster, the open-top version of Pagani’s incredible track-only Huayra R Evo hypercar will take on the famed Hillclimb, allowing guests to witness the thrill of its performance and the 9,200 rpm rev limit of its V12 engine. Both the Utopia Coupe and the Utopia Roadster will be on display at Goodwood this year, as well. The Pagani Utopia Roadster will be showcased in a Verde Mara livery, inspired by a model car that Horacio built in his youth. The inside is finished with Cacao braided leather. Another Pagani Utopia Roadster will be finished in Rosso Habanero exposed carbon fiber. In addition, the delivery of one of the 99 Pagani Utopia Coupes that will be built will take place at the festival, completed in Azzurro Sardegna with a Blu Tricolore leather interior. With cars taking the hillclimb, deliveries, and displays, Pagani’s presence at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed will be incredibly significant. View All Pagani For Sale Image Source: Pagani Automobili

A silver Pagani Huayra R Evo with a large rear wing and distinctive exhaust pipes drives on a racetrack with blue, red, and white curbs, capturing the spirit of the Milano Monza Motor Show.

By Jordan Aquistapace – June 18, 2025

Pagani Preps For The Huayra R Evo Roadster Debut At The M...

The Huayra R Evo Roadster is set to make its grand debut at the MIMO Milano Monza Motor Show. Held in the heart of Italy’s automotive capital, the MIMO Milano Monza Motor Show is a relatively new but fast-growing event that combines city-center vibes with motorsport energy. First launched in 2021, the open-air showcase takes place throughout Milan’s historic streets and the legendary Autodromo Nazionale Monza, drawing in crowds of over 50,000 collectors and enthusiasts. This year, Pagani Automobili will take part in the MIMO Milano Monza Motor Show from June 27th to 29th, with an incredible display of hypercars that represent the future of the brand and its role as a leader in the industry. Those in attendance will have access to the Utopia and Huayra Codalunga inside the Autodromo Nazionale Monza paddock area. The most anticipated moment will take place on the track as the Pagani Huayra R Evo Roadster will make its first public event appearance as part of the exclusive Arte in Pista program. View All Pagani Hypercars For Sale Huayra R Evo Roadster The Huayra R Evo Roadster is Pagani’s latest entry in its track-only lineup, drawing clear influence from the longtail Le Mans competitors of the ’60s and ’70s. With an open cockpit, it resembles an era when drivers were more exposed to the elements and to the risks. Its V12-R Evo engine, developed with HWA AG, brings significant power, braking, and stability improvements, making it the most capable version yet. The aerodynamics have been reworked to deliver a 45% increase in downforce, but nothing about the car feels overdesigned. It’s a track weapon through and through, designed for purists who crave the sound, feel, and focus of driving at the limit. Huayra Codalunga The Huayra Codalunga is one of the rarest hypercars to come out of Pagani, with just five built by the brand’s Grandi Complicazioni division. Its longtail design draws clear inspiration from 1960s endurance race cars, and the overall look leans into simplicity with matte finishes, smooth surfaces, and muted colors replacing the usual flashy supercar aesthetic. Inside, the cabin sticks to that same restrained approach, with aged leather, textured suede, and custom woven materials that pay homage to traditional Italian coachbuilding without trying too hard to impress. Utopia The Utopia kicks off the third chapter in Pagani’s story, and it does so with just 99 examples slotted for production. Its design channels the curvy, romantic shapes of the ’50s and ’60s but with a modern edge that’s all Pagani. Every detail feels clean, focused, and built purely for the joy of driving. From the naturally aspirated Pagani V12, crafted by Mercedes-AMG just for this car, to the analog gauges and old-school seven-speed manual, it’s all about creating a raw, lightweight driving experience that stands apart from today’s high-tech norm. Source: Pagani Automobili

A silver Pagani hypercar drives on an empty, snow-lined mountain road under an overcast sky.

By Tyler Rampersaud – May 28, 2025

Pagani Brings Hypercars To Motor Valley Fest 2025

Pagani brings a hypercar spectacle to this year’s Motor Valley Fest. Italy’s Motor Valley region earned its revered name by being the home of some of the world’s most coveted and desirable performance cars like Ferrari, Lamborghini, and Maserati. However, a relatively recent addition to that cohort of manufacturers is Pagani, which has spent over a quarter of a century redefining the landscape of supercars and hypercars with its artisanal craftsmanship, luxurious materials, artful yet futuristic design, and performance engineering excellence. Pagani brought some of its latest hypercar masterpieces to this year’s Motor Valley Fest, an event dedicated to celebrating the heritage of the region’s prestigious manufacturers and their iconic creations. At the 2025 Motor Valley Fest, set to take place from June 5 to 8 throughout the legendary city of Modena, Italy, Pagani’s participation as a manufacturer includes hypercar displays and appearances from Horacio Pagani, the brand’s visionary founder, as well as the Pagani team, at a series of talks and roundtables. The two hypercars that Pagani will showcase at this year’s Motor Valley Fest are the new Utopia Roadster, the open-top iteration of Pagani’s third chapter of hypercars, boasting a stunning twin-turbocharged V12 engine and an available manual transmission, among other stunning details like its use of carbon fiber and leather, and the Huayra Codalunga, the ultra-exclusive rendition of Pagani’s iconic Huayra hypercar made by Pagani’s Grandi Complicazioni division. With its stunning lineup of groundbreaking supercars and hypercars, Pagani’s presence at this year’s Motor Valley fest will be a surefire spectacle. View All Paganis For Sale Image Source: Pagani Automobili

By Tyler Rampersaud – May 14, 2025

Pagani Brings Huayra Epitome & Imola To Villa d'Este & Fu...

Pagani brings its unique hypercar excellence to shores of Lake Como. It’s one of Italy’s most popular and beautiful tourist destinations, and for good reason. Lake Como is known for its stunning vistas and glittering water, as well as historic, beautiful, and luxurious destinations throughout its shoreline. However, in the automotive world, Lake Como is known for two prestigious events where enthusiasts, manufacturers and more gather to celebrate the beauty and history of automotive masterpieces. Those two events are the iconic Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, and FuoriConcorso. Both are taking place very soon, and Pagani, one of the world’s most prominent and coveted manufacturers of stunning hypercars and one of the most revered names in Italian automotive design excellence, is coming to both events with its incredible creations. After the ultra-exclusive Huayra Codalunga winning at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in 2023, Pagani is returning, this time with its Huayra Epitome, which will compete in the “Concept Cars & Prototypes” category. On Sunday, May 25, the car will be publicly displayed at the event. Meanwhile at FuoriConcorso, where the theme of the event is “Velocissimo: Italian Race Cars,” Pagani is bringing its racing-oriented Imola. While the two hypercars Pagani is showcasing on the gorgeous backdrop of Lake Como are quite different in their approach, they have a shared origin, which is Pagani’s incredibly prestigious Grandi Complicazioni division. Specializing in unique projects made for Pagani’s most discerning of clients and to showcase its pinnacle of innovation, artisanal craftsmanship, and stunning design, Grandi Complicazioni’s incredible abilities are taking center stage at both the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este and FuoriConcorso this year. View All Paganis For Sale Image Source: Pagani Automobili

A blue and black Blue Carbon Zonda Roadster is shown angled from the rear, highlighting its aerodynamic design and carbon fiber details—a stunning 1-of-1 Pagani Unico masterpiece.

By Jordan Aquistapace – May 01, 2025

Pagani Unico Shows Off A 1-of-1 Exposed Blue Carbon Zonda...

From the mind of Horacio to the tarmac. In today's world, every hypercar brand builds a reputation based on its evolving lineup of four-wheel wonders, whether it be Christian Von Koenigsegg's pursuit of engineering prowess or Bugatti's legacy and heritage in motorsports. For Horacio Pagani and Pagani Automobili, art and craftsmanship drive what makes every one of its hypercars so special to its owners and enthusiasts worldwide. From the iconic Zonda to the all-new Utopia, Horacio and his team of artisans focus meticulously on the smallest of details to ensure perfection and timeless appeal as these cars age like fine wines. Pagani Automobili recently took to Instagram to show off a spectacular one-off Zonda Roadster courtesy of its "Pagani Unico" department. For those unfamiliar with Pagani Unico, it's a bespoke workshop that handles updates and customizations for customers who dream of further personalizing their hypercars without any limits. Inspired by Asia's breathtaking Kunlun Mountains, the owner of this Pagani Zonda Roadster commissioned the Unico department to reimagine its exterior in exposed matte blue carbon fiber with white accents. Extra carbon aero, including canards, a roof scoop, and a rear wing setup, completely transform the already-impressive Zonda into a true artistic masterpiece. And while its all-new look will certainly command attention on any road or track, its performance is what really makes it a force to be reckoned with for any competitor. The Pagani Zonda features a hand-built 7.3L Mercedes-AMG V12 that produces an impressive 750 horsepower and 575 lb-ft of torque. With Pagani offering its clientele the option of returning to the factory for an OEM refresh, we can't wait to see what else will roll through the doors of the Unico workshop. View All Pagani Hypercars For Sale @paganiautomobili Instagram

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By Tyler Rampersaud – December 03, 2024

Pagani Partners With Poltrona Frau For Leather Excellence

Pagani partners with one of the greatest names in the leather world. Pagani’s legacy of hypercars spans over 25 years. For that entire time, the manufacturer has been known for blending cutting-edge innovation with stunning artisan craftsmanship, a purist driver’s car ethos, classic-inspired design, and ultra-luxurious materials. One of the many fine materials that Pagani vehicles are known for is leather, including its leather-upholstered interiors and also in applications like leather straps seen on the exterior of the Pagani Utopia, a vintage-inspired touch that highlights the vehicle’s craftsmanship and exclusivity. Pagani’s partner in leather craftsmanship is one of the most prominent Italian names in the leather world: Poltrona Frau. Known for its desirable and luxurious furniture and over 110 years of expertise in leather, Poltrona Frau has earned a reputation as one of the greatest houses of leather in the world. It provides the world’s premier automakers with exquisite leather upholstery. Poltrona Frau was founded in 1912, but its Interiors in Motion business unit has specialized in vehicle leather since the 1980s. With its partnerships with some of the greatest automotive names in the world, especially with Pagani, purveyor of some of the world’s most exclusive hypercars, Poltrona Frau elevates its own repertoire of leather excellence and the standards of automotive luxury around the world. View All Paganis For Sale View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pagani Automobili (@paganiautomobili)

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