We paid a visit to Pagani Melbourne in Australia for a quick tour of the ageless Huayra
by Thanos Pappas
January 14, 2024 at 17:43
by Thanos Pappas
Horacio Pagani is renowned for crafting a distinct breed of hypercars that have achieved legendary status. His meticulously handcrafted limited-production vehicles epitomize the perfect fusion of artistry and engineering, captivating the souls of automotive enthusiasts. Naturally, you can envision our excitement as we had the opportunity to closely examine one of Pagani’s masterpieces, immersing ourselves in its exceptional design and manufacturing craftsmanship.
The Italian company offers countless special editions and bespoke builds, but the model we encountered at the official Pagani dealer in Melbourne, Australia is a standard Huayra Coupe. Not that this one isn’t exclusive enough, as it came with a limited production of 100 units – and it’s one of the 19 examples with a right-hand-drive configuration.
Aging Like Fine Wine
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The Huayra has been around since 2011 and was succeeded by the Utopia in 2022. Still, following in the footsteps of its predecessor, the immortal Zonda, it is practically ageless and is a permanent member of the supercar royalty. This feeling is accentuated by the fact that Pagani is willing to eternally re-built and upgrade its models tailored to their owner’s preferences as long as their pockets are deep enough.
The showcased Huayra Coupe, currently exhibited at Pagani Melbourne, left the Italian factory in 2018, marking the final year of production for this specific model. The hypercar was recently sold to an Australian customer that will take delivery in 2024. Interestingly, this won’t be the only Huayra in Melbourne as at least one other example has been spotted on Australian roads.
Prices of Pagani models keep rising and this one changed hands for a cool AU$ 6 million which translates to US$ 4.06 million according to the current exchange rates. The two-year waiting list for a new Pagani shows that demand isn’t slowing down, despite the numerous rival offerings in the hypercar world.
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I’ll admit I wasn’t a big fan of the Huayra’s design at first, but a full 13 years after its debut it simply looks stunning, having aged like fine wine. The exposed carbon fiber body of this example contributes to its appeal, contrasting the silver wheels and the titanium exhaust. The glossy carbon fiber weave highlights the beautiful curves of the fenders and makes the active flaps on both ends blend in nicely with the rest of the bodywork.
The large gullwing doors make it easier to access the two-seater cabin in a vehicle that measures only 1,169mm (46.0inches) tall. Inside, the red and black leather upholstery is combined with plenty of carbon fiber and naked aluminum bits. Overall, the cabin looks like the precision-crafted insides of an expensive watch with the retro feel of the analog era.
The only part that inevitably shows its age is the touchscreen on the center console. On the other hand, the hypercar has one of the most beautiful gearknob layouts in the automotive industry and an instrument cluster that is milled from a single piece of aluminum. Furthermore, the key that goes into the center console is a miniature Huayra, making sure that you won’t mix it up for another member of your supercar collection.
The engine bay and mechanical components of the Huayra are equally impressive as any other part of the vehicle. The mid-mounted twin-turbo 6.0-liter V12 manufactured by AMG produces 730 hp (544 kW / 740 PS) and 1,000 Nm (738 lb-ft) in the standard Huayra, although this number increases as much as 838 hp (625 kW / 850 PS) in the recently revealed Pagani Imola Roadster. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels exclusively via a seven-speed Xtrac automatic gearbox with a single clutch. Despite being the heaviest member of the Huayra family with a dry weight of 1,350 kg (2,976 lb), the Huayra Coupe sports some impressive specs, with a 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) acceleration in 2.8 seconds and a top speed of 238 mph (383 km/h).
While we didn’t get to drive the Huayra, being that close to a Pagani is a memorable experience. We also got a chance to see some of the available options for the exterior and interior finishes, proving that choosing the spec for a handbuilt hypercar is not as easy as it sounds.
Pagani Melbourne opened its doors in 2018, at 420 Swan Street in Richmond, Victoria. It shares its premises with Aston Martin and Rolls-Royce, although the Pagani part of the dealer is a special corner of the first floor that is surrounded by glass for extra privacy.
This particular street is known for having a variety of exotic car dealers, with the majority of them operating under the ownership of the Zagame Automotive Group. You can check out our recent tour of the Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, Aston Martin, Rolls-Royce, and Maserati dealerships with extensive galleries of supercars by clicking here.
We want to thank Pagani Melbourne for kindly offering us a tour of the Huayra.
