Codalunga Speedster brings Pagani’s V12 legacy to an open-top form

Pagani has unveiled the Huayra Codalunga Speedster, an open-top evolution of its 14-year-old Huayra Codalunga model, maintaining the signature 5.98-liter twin-turbo V12 engine developed with Mercedes-AMG. Producing 864 horsepower and 1,100 Nm of torque, the car offers a choice between a 7-speed automated manual transmission and a pure manual gearbox, emphasizing driver engagement. The Speedster’s design draws inspiration from 1950s and ’60s racing cars, blending performance with aesthetic elegance through features like a new monocoque structure, integrated headlights, a lower-profile windshield, and a panoramic hardtop that seamlessly connects the windshield to the tail. The vehicle’s exterior incorporates stylistic cues from post-war racing prototypes, including distinctive side windows with rounded rear edges and a rear end featuring a six-outlet exhaust system and suspended taillights. Internally, the cabin channels a 1960s vibe with semi-matte