Most automakers would be content to move on after launching a new flagship, but Horacio Pagani has never been accused of taking the easy path. Despite the Utopia already being in production, Pagani’s still finding new ways to perfect the Huayra formula. The latest creation from their Grandi Complicazioni division is the Huayra Codalunga Speedster – an open-top interpretation of 2022’s longtail coupe that somehow manages to be even more stunning than its fixed-roof sibling.
Rather than just chopping the roof off the Codalunga, Pagani has built an entirely new monocoque and redesigned key elements to create what might be the most visually cohesive speedster ever built. When the removable hardtop is in place, it creates an unbroken line from nose to tail that makes the car look like it was sculpted from a single piece of carbon fiber.
1960s Racing Poetry in Modern Form
The inspiration for this beauty comes from the golden age of endurance racing, when cars like the Ferrari 330 P4 and Porsche 908 LH combined raw speed with undeniable elegance – an approach that feels all but lost in today’s hypercar landscape. Lorenzo Kerkoc, head of Grandi Complicazioni, explains the philosophy: “In the 1950s and ’60s, racing cars could merge performance and beauty in an almost poetic balance. They had to be fast, but also light, sleek, and designed with meticulous attention to detail.”
That ethos shows in every surface. The windshield sits lower and flows more naturally into the bodywork, while the side windows have that distinctive rounded rear edge that screams classic prototype racer. Even the exhaust system tells a story here with four ceramic-coated outlets in Pagani’s signature square formation, plus two additional titanium pipes hidden in the diffuser for a total of six functioning exhausts.
Manual Transmission Magic
Here’s where things get really special. The Codalunga Speedster is only the second Huayra to offer a proper manual transmission, following last year’s Epitome. That seven-speed Xtrac gearbox connects to AMG’s twin-turbo 6.0-liter V12, tuned to produce 864 horsepower and 811 lb-ft of torque. The combination of that naturally aspirated V12 sound and the mechanical engagement of a real stick shift represents everything that’s been lost in modern supercars.
The steering wheel and gear knob feature mahogany inserts with hand-hammered aluminum rivets, paying tribute to the classic Nardi wheels that defined an era. It’s these details that really separate Pagani from everyone else. The brand is willing to spend countless hours perfecting elements that most manufacturers would handle with off-the-shelf parts.
Craftsmanship Taken to Extremes
The interior showcases what happens when you combine haute couture techniques with automotive design, and it’s a true labor of love to say the least. The seats, door panels, and center console all feature an exclusive embroidered fabric that required over 450,000 individual hand-stitched elements per section. The pattern draws inspiration from Pagani’s four-exhaust motif, and the end result feels akin to a luxury yacht rather than your typical hypercar interior.
Hand-stitched leathers can be combined in various finishes, while solid-milled metal components are crafted like small sculptures. Considering the immense level of detail required, it comes as no surprise that only 10 examples will be built.
Engineering Meets Art
Beneath all that beauty lies serious engineering. The Carbo-Titanium and Carbo-Triax monocoque provides the structural rigidity needed for open-top driving, while the active suspension system adapts to any driving condition. Pagani by Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes – 410mm discs up front, 390mm at the rear – provide stopping power that matches the 217-mph top speed capability.
The aerodynamics have been completely reworked for the speedster configuration. CFD simulations refined everything from wheel arch curvature to hood airflow, ensuring balanced aerodynamic load distribution between the axles. The result is actually less drag than you’d expect from an open car, thanks to careful attention to airflow management.
Spec Sheet
Model: Pagani Huayra Codalunga Speedster
Engine: 6.0L twin-turbo V12 (Mercedes-AMG)
Power: 864 HP / 811 lb-ft torque
Transmission: 7-speed manual or automated manual (Xtrac)
Weight: 2,800 lbs (dry)
Top Speed: 217 mph (electronically limited)
Chassis: Carbo-Titanium/Carbo-Triax monocoque
Brakes: Pagani by Brembo carbon-ceramic
Wheels: 20″ front / 21″ rear monolithic avional
Production: Limited to 10 examples
Deliveries: Starting 2026
Pricing & Availability
With only 10 examples planned and deliveries beginning in 2026, pricing hasn’t been announced but expect figures well north of $7 million. Given Pagani’s track record, all examples are likely already spoken for by the time you’re reading this.
Recap
Pagani Huayra Codalunga Speedster
The Pagani Huayra Codalunga Speedster combines 1960s racing aesthetics with a 864-HP twin-turbo V12 and available manual transmission in a hand-crafted speedster limited to just 10 examples starting around $7+ million.
