The charismatic founder of the Modena-based supercar maker has unveiled the Imola and BC Roadster derivatives of the Pagani Huayra hypercar on YouTube.

Although both cars were due to be shown at the (subsequently cancelled) 2020 Geneva Show, Mr Pagani opted to reveal both limited-edition machines in the metal, live from the company’s headquarters in Modena, Italy via its official YouTube channel.

Last month we reported that Pagani would produce just 5 examples of its track-optimised Imola hypercar – the most powerful Huayra the firm has ever built and valued at approximately R80 million. Powered by a newly-developed Mercedes-AMG twin-turbo 6.0-litre V12 engine, the Imola produces peak outputs of 608 kW and 1 100 Nm, but thanks to the extensive use of composite materials, including carbon-fibre and carbon-titanium in its construction, the hypercar weighs just 1 240 kg.

The production run of the Huayra Imola is just 5 units; it features the new 6.0-litre V12 engine from AMG tuned to 608 kW.

The Imola further features a sophisticated aerodynamics package, with a roof-mounted scoop and combination of large wing/diffuser combination at the rear. In partnership with the car’s flat underside, the surface aerodynamic details generate massive amounts of downforce as speeds increase.

But, apart from the Imola (#3 out of 5), Pagani also showcased the Roadster BC, which tips the scales at only 10 kg more than the Huayra Imola: 1 250 kg…

The Imola and BC Roadster are believed to be two of the last derivatives of the Huayra that Pagani will produce.

In the case of the BC Roadster, its 6.0-litre twin-turbo V12 produces slightly milder outputs (590 kW at 5 900 rpm and 1 050 Nm from 2000-5 600 rpm) and is mated with a 7-speed sequential gearbox ­– its flywheel-clutch unit consists of a triple-disc clutch, electronically-controlled diff and a 3-way couplingsystem – the complete transmission is 35% lighter than a comparable dual-clutch ‘box.

Apart from a pair of new-generation turbos, the Affalterbach-built V12 features a novel hydroformed manifold, twin throttle bodies and no fewer than 4 intercoolers. Meanwhile, the monster engine’s titanium 6-pipe exhaust features 2extra direct outlets from the catalytic converters to exploit the “blown-diffuser” principle of the BC Roadster’s active dynamics to generate further downforce.

Mercedes-AMG builds the Pagani's twin-turbo V12 motor exclusively for the Italian supercar firm.

As such, the Roadster BC was designed to generate an aerodynamic load with a downforce target of 500 kg at 280 kph, while maintaining a ground clearance “that will allow passengers to (still) enjoy driving it on public roads".

With the benefit ofPirelli PZero Trofeo R tyres (20-inch at the front, 21-inch at the rear), which were tailor-made for the model, the open-topped Pagani is claimed to go from 0-100 kph in 3 seconds, hit a top speed of 383 kph and achieve lateral acceleration of 1.9g during constant running, with peaks of 2.2g, and a longitudinal deceleration of 2.2g.

The BC Roadster is shod with 14-spokeAPP forged monolithic aluminium alloys (20-inch at the front, 21-inch at the rear).

To help the BC Roadster remain firmly (and safely) on terra firma, the newcomer is underpinned by a forged aluminium-alloy independent double wishbone suspension with helical springsand electronically-controlled shock absorbers.

Stopping power comes courtesy of a Brembo carbon-ceramic system, with 398×36 mm discs with 6-piston calipersat the front, with 380×34 mm units with 4-piston calipers at the rear.

Compared to the Imola, the BC Roadster is in relatively generous supply… Instead of just 5 cars, Pagani will build 40 units. Price? It’s yours for R57 million (we assume that excludesdelivery).

Watch a video that details how the BC Roadster was developed:

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