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An Italian dream machine with a 0-200 km/h (124 mph) in just 9,8 sec

Press Release: Pagani Automobili is proud to unveil the Roadster F, a new jewel in the Zonda family: fast open top at motoring its best. Hand built by Pagani in a limited run of 25, the Roadster F offers the outstanding driveability and performance of the F Coupè, enhanced by the pleasure of driving with a gentle breeze in your hair.

Thanks to an original roof made out of carbon fibre and cloth (removable in a few seconds) and due to the use of carbon fabrics for the construction of the central chassis, bodywork and interior, it was possible to maintain the dry weight of 1230kg, which translates in a weight/power ratio of 1,89kg/hp for the Clubsport version.

Now think about this; a light and rigid vehicle body, pushed by the mighty 7.3 Litre Mercedes-AMG V12 engine, with a power of 650hp and a torque of 780Nm. The 0 – 200kph time takes just 9.8 seconds and a few instants later you exceed the 300kph mark... all topless. The Roadster F travels along the boundary where beauty and power merge together forming something special; it’s sinuous and aerodynamically shaped bodywork gets its prominence from sharp edges and elegant lines, which show at first glance its extraordinary potential.

From the cockpit you enjoy a magnificent view, unusual for a supercar. With your hands on the steering wheel you enjoy an environment that far exceeds most expectations, with a mixture of carbon fibre, soft leather and polished Aluminium lighting up your senses. The precious instrument cluster looks like the handiwork of a watchmaker. It reveals the pure-breed of an Italian GT car: thanks to its personality, mixing sensuality, aggressiveness and magnetic beauty, you can easily imagine it driving along the sea front in Monte Carlo or screaming down a straight at Le Mans. All this, supported by handling that is unbelievably efficient and sincere and that monitors constantly what is happening to every single wheel; creating the feeling of the power behind you and the precise response in front.

The Roadster F is not a racecar; it is rather a jewel handcrafted in Italy, a whirl of emotions, a masterpiece for the connoisseur who cares to drive fast. Very fast. Like the heart beating within its soul. The fastest, most exclusive, most powerful and most expensive Roadster in the world.

Pagani Roadster F - Technical Details

Engine: Mercedes AMG 12 cylinder V 60°, 48 valves; 7.291 cc.

Max. Power: (kW) hp/rpm: (478) 650/6200

Max. Torque: Nm/rpm 780/4000.

Weight-to-Power ratio: 1,89 kg/hp.

Transmission: longitudinal mid engine; rear wheel drive with self-locking differential.

Gearbox: mechanical 6 speed (+ reverse).

Brakes: 4 ventilated Brembo disks, hydraulic power brake. Carbon-ceramic brakes: front 380x34 mm 6 piston caliper; rear 380x34 mm 4 piston caliper.

Steering: TRW rack and pinion power assisted.

Wheels: Forged aluminium/magnesium alloy APP wheels; 19” front, 20” rear.

Tyres: Michelin Pilot Sport 2: front 255/35/19 rear 335/30/20.

Suspension: 4 independent wheels with double A-arm; pull rod helical springs and Öhlins adjustable shock absorbers; anti-roll bar; aluminium/magnesium alloy suspension arms.

Structure: central carbon fibre chassis; front and rear Cr Mo space frames; carbon fibre “MD System” bodywork panels.

Dimensions: length 4435 mm; width 2055 mm; height 1141 mm; wheelbase 2730 mm;

Dry weight: 1230 kg (without Comfort Pack and with CCM brakes). Weight distribution: 46% front; 54% rear.

Downforce: ~600 kg at 300km/h; downforce distribution: ~270 kg front; ~330 kg rear.

Safety: ABS/Traction Control Bosch; central carbon fibre safety cell with Cr Mo steel and carbon fibre roll bar; front and rear impact energy absorbing structure in carbon fibre and Cr Mo.

Performance: acceleration 0-100 km/h 3,6 sec.; 0-200 km/h 9,8 sec.; Lateral g’s: 1,4 g; Braking 200-0 km/h: 4,4 sec.; Top speed: > 345km/h.

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