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Power
Top speed (350 km/h)
What owners say
Our take, from owner reports
Extremely positive sentiment among enthusiasts, characterized by profound admiration for its design, driver engagement, and analog purity.
3 problems reported (3 isolated) · medium confidence
Problems owners report
- IsolatedCarbon panel recall
A recall was issued for all eight U.S. vehicles due to a carbon panel that could damage the airbag in a collision.
- IsolatedRoadster engine bay heat management
In the roadster variant, a redesign of the engine bay has led to issues with heat on the coil packs, with engineers experimenting with heat shields.
- IsolatedModel kit quality variations
For 1:8 scale model kits, variations exist between brands (Jiestar, JD Small Angle, Guly) regarding part count, color accuracy, finish quality (rubbing off on fingers), and build technique.
The version owners recommend
Insufficient owner data available to distinguish between coupe and roadster variants based on driving experience. Enthusiast sentiment strongly favors the manual transmission configuration, which is a central pillar of the car's praised analog character.
Competitors to consider
Owners compare it most often with the Bugatti Chiron, Bugatti Tourbillon, Koenigsegg Jesko, Koenigsegg Gemera and GMA T.50.
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Overall sentiment
Extremely positive sentiment among enthusiasts, characterized by profound admiration for its design, driver engagement, and analog purity. The vehicle is consistently described as a "masterpiece" and a "pure" driving machine, celebrated for its manual transmission, timeless design, and focus on driver engagement over digitalization. It is positioned as a deliberate counterpoint to the modern trend of hybrid hypercars filled with touchscreens and electronic assists. Owner discussions highlight its status as an aspirational object, with deep emotional attachment from fans. Critical feedback is exceptionally rare and limited to minor observations about specific design elements or model kit quality, not the actual vehicle's ownership experience.
Positioning vs competitors
Positioned as an analog, driver-focused hypercar in an era of electrification and digital interfaces. Directly contrasted with competitors like Ferrari and McLaren, which are described as "techfest science experiments" designed to maximize performance metrics. Compared favorably to the GMA T.50 and Bugatti Tourbillon as part of a new "holy trinity" focused on engagement, analog controls, and timeless design. Seen as offering "artwork" versus the "technology" of a Koenigsegg Gemera. Considered more special and engaging than performance-commoditizing EVs and many contemporary supercars, prioritizing emotional connection over ultimate lap times.
Recommended configurations
Manual transmission is implicitly recommended as the defining, celebrated feature of the vehicle. No other specific configurations are discussed by owners.
General recommendations
Suitable for ultra-high-net-worth individuals seeking the pinnacle of analog, driver-focused hypercar artistry. Recommended for collectors and driving enthusiasts who prioritize emotional engagement, tactile feedback, and timeless design over hybrid assistance and digital cockpit interfaces. NOT a vehicle for those seeking the ultimate in technological innovation or electrified performance. Prospective buyers should be aware of the extremely limited production, multi-million dollar price point (reported starting from $2.19 million to $2.5 million USD), and the highly exclusive nature of ownership.
Remarks
The overwhelming majority of discussion originates from enthusiast admiration, model kit building, and video game appearances rather than from direct, long-term ownership reports. The vehicle's price and exclusivity place it outside the realm of conventional owner feedback. The praised 6.0L twin-turbo V12 engine (M275) is built by Mercedes-AMG, with a single technician reportedly responsible for building each engine. The design is noted to carry over some elements from previous Pagani models, including the use of a classic Mercedes key. Analysis based on approximately 40 substantive community discussions, largely from enthusiast and hobbyist contexts.
Specifications
Not sold in North America: these versions are from other markets.
6.0 V12 Xtrac
6.0L 12-cylinder · 864 hp · RWD · automatic
Built 2024–2026