The Pagani Huayra is iconic: the only Huayra with a manual transmission.

Pagani’s new sports car model, the Utopia (see video), is due to go into production in the summer of 2023. Of course, that doesn’t stop the Northern Italian manufacturer from continuing to produce models that have actually been discontinued. When we switched from the Zonda to the Huayra, we ended up with this: Pagani While regular copies of the then new series were available to the public long ago, a number of highly exclusive special series of its predecessor were produced, many of which were sinfully expensive and highly individual one-offs. Now, a generation later, this style continues, including in the new Huayra Epitome.

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Designed and developed in a 19-month process, this unique piece employs technical details introduced by Pagani in the Utopia, the Epitome being unique to date. Waira Via manual transmission. Instead of the usual sequential 7-speed gearbox, the engine power is managed by a manual 7-speed gearbox from Epitome, developed in collaboration with specialist Xtrac, which is also used in the Utopia. The transmission is mounted transversely and is supported by an electronically controlled differential in distributing the power. A three-disc clutch provides traction.

engine

And the engine power is Pagani Huayra The Epitome is rather large. The 6.0-liter twin-turbo V12 is, as always, built by Mercedes-AMG according to Pagani specifications and in the Huayra Epitome develops 864 horsepower and a maximum torque of 1,100 Newton metres. On the exhaust side there is a titanium exhaust system with active control, which allows for an even more dramatic sound at the touch of a button.

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Designed by Pagani’s customization department “Grandi Complicazioni” in close consultation with the customer, this unique creation also features an optimized suspension geometry, which aims to reduce dive during acceleration, pitching during braking and roll when cornering. On top of that, the Italian engineers have fitted an active shock absorber system that aims to take driving comfort to a new level after pressing the Super Soft button on the center tunnel. When the Huayra Epitome travels at a speed above 150 km/h, the shock absorber settings automatically revert to the previously selected driving mode.

design

The Pagani Huayra Epitome also has some distinctive features in its design. Take the front section for example: the apron has a larger opening, a new splitter and, for the first time in a Pagani, daytime running lights. The bonnet and headlights have also been redesigned, and the front fenders now have air outlets. At the rear, the most eye-catching feature is the irregular bonnet, from which large rear wings sprout on either side. Also new are the small curved covers over the taillights, which also aim to calm the air flow.

wheel

The one-piece seven-spoke wheels are made from forged aluminium alloy and don’t look like premium wheels. Track Day Sports Car Pagani Imola Inspired by. The front axle is one size larger than on the regular Huayra Coupe. As with all Paganis, the tyres are from development partner Pirelli, with the P-Zero Trofeo R rubber specially baked to Pagani’s specifications.

price

The price of the Pagani Huayra Epitome remains a secret for now, and it will likely mean absolutely nothing to the new owner.