In the rarefied air of automotive artistry, where engineering prowess dances with sculptural form, Pagani Automobili unveils its latest masterpiece: the Pagani Huayra Codalunga Speedster. This isn’t merely a car stripped of its roof; it’s a profound reimagining of elegance, a limited-edition hypercar born from the Grandi Complicazioni division as a bespoke tribute to clients seeking the zenith of timeless elegance paired with formidable power. Limited to just ten examples, each fully homologated for global roads and with deliveries commencing in 2026, the Speedster evolves the coupé that claimed the Design Award at the 2023 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este into something even more ethereal.
Horacio Pagani, Founder & Chief Designer, describes the philosophy: “Every Pagani is born to bring into form the unique vision each person has of a Hypercar… The Huayra Codalunga Speedster is a tribute to those who imagine their sports car as an icon of lightness and momentum, shaped by essential lines that transcend time with ease.” This vision harks back to a golden era. Lorenzo Kerkoc, Head of Grandi Complicazioni, elaborates: “In the 1950s and ’60s, racing cars could merge performance and beauty in an almost poetic balance… With the Huayra Codalunga Speedster, we wanted to go back there… We pursued clean, tapered forms designed to cut through the air quietly, without unnecessary noise.”
The exterior design immediately signals its distinct character. Inheriting the Codalunga coupé’s essence, the Speedster emerges even more streamlined and pure, built upon an entirely new monocoque. Its sculpted profile begins with headlights embedded like engravings and a bumper integrating an aerodynamic splitter. The lower, softer windshield flows seamlessly into the sides, accentuated by low, rounded side windows inspired by post-war racing prototypes, amplifying the speedster silhouette and sense of forward motion.
A defining feature is the panoramic hard top. When mounted, it creates a continuous, droplet-like line from windshield to tail, its polycarbonate section enhancing visual lightness without sacrificing rigidity. Along the flanks, aerodynamic efficiency is paramount: lines guide the eye, traditional doors uphold essentiality, and the aerodynamic blade integrates seamlessly. Airflow is managed through hidden naca ducts in the flat underbody, eliminating visible intakes.
The roll bar transcends mere safety; it’s a design statement, echoing the body color and cascading into the cabin through the central tunnel, gear lever, and dashboard – a chromatic bridge between exterior and interior. The rear hood dramatically tapers the tail, featuring a bumper-integrated diffuser, aerodynamic fins, and seemingly floating taillights embodying “pure light, pure lightness.” Completing the signature is a new six-outlet titanium exhaust system. Every curve, refined through CFD simulations, optimizes airflow, reducing drag and enhancing driving dynamics.
Step inside the handcrafted luxury of the cabin, and the 1960s inspiration meets contemporary mastery. Semi-matte finishes and hammered leathers, hand-stitched in countless custom combinations, create an atmosphere of essential, measured precision. Solid-milled metal parts resemble miniature sculptures. The steering wheel and gear knob, blending carbon fiber, mahogany, and hand-hammered aluminum rivets, offer a contemporary nod to classic racing wheels, fostering a sense of calm and connection.
Elevating the interior further is an exclusive, bespoke embroidery developed solely for this model. Drawing inspiration from Pagani’s iconic four-exhaust motif, this haute couture-inspired fabric features a complex pattern of overlapping circles, each element comprising over 450,000 meticulously hand-stitched threads. Dressing the seats, door panels, and console, it offers unparalleled tactile quality and visual depth, a first in the automotive world.
Beneath this sculpted elegance lies a heart of pure performance: the Pagani V12 twin-turbo engine, a 5,980 cc powerhouse developed exclusively with Mercedes-AMG. It delivers a staggering 864 HP and 1,100 Nm of torque, channeled through a 7-speed transverse Pagani by Xtrac gearbox available in AMT or pure manual for the ultimate visceral engagement. The distinctive roar is orchestrated by the lightweight titanium exhaust.
The Huayra Codalunga Speedster rests upon a Carbo-Titanium monocoque (HP62-G2 and Carbo-Triax HP62), the pinnacle of strength and lightness. An active suspension system with double wishbones and variable-rate springs ensures adaptability. Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes (410mm front, 390mm rear) provide immense stopping power, while monolithic avional wheels (20” front, 21” rear) shod in Pirelli Trofeo R tires guarantee exceptional grip and precision.
This marvel is the product of Pagani Grandi Complicazioni, the division dedicated to creations surpassing conventional boundaries. Like the “Grandes Complications” of haute horlogerie, these hypercars demand extraordinary ingenuity, time, and the skills of only a select few master artisans. It represents a tailor-made journey, a collaboration between client and Horacio Pagani’s team, where personalization is limited only by imagination.
The Pagani Huayra Codalunga Speedster is more than a car; it’s a moving sculpture, a testament to Italian craftsmanship, and a breathtaking return to an era where elegance and performance existed in perfect, lightweight harmony. Ten fortunate individuals will soon experience this symphony of essential lines and exhilarating power on the open road.