Two years ago I had a revelation in what may sound a little odd, but it happened along with the presentation of a new car; I can remember tears running down my face while listening to an orchestra playing while the newest Pagani model – The Utopia – was arising into the stage. At that moment I knew I was on the right path, continuously pursuing a dream which at the time seemed very far away.
Today I am privileged enough to say I grew an outstanding media outlet and collaborated with several brands and personalities, but most importantly, I was able to revive the same feeling from 2022 when last month Pagani introduced The Utopia Roadster.
The Utopia Roadster
Introduced during 2024 Monterey Car Week , the newest version of the Utopia, the Roadster features as always the magnificent design of Horacio’s creations, but with slightly different features what makes the Roadster the perfect balance of performance and the sweet Grand Turismo vibe we all love.
Following the steps of previous models, a roadster version was very predictable, but for the first time the Utopia Roadster arrived alongside the coupe version. Previously the Roadster models were created after the end of the production of their base model. For this special occasion, Pagani gave the option to choose to their costumers.
Costumers world wide where able to decide if they wanted their car roadster or coupe, despite most of them picking the base model, the roadster was very popular between clients who enjoy peaceful and scenery rides.
Unique Features
From the mats to the luggage, the Utopia Roadster has several details that are slightly different from the Coupe version. My favorite is definitely the two roof options you have – when you are not driving it with the top off, of course – on one side you have a hard top carbon fiber roof which also stands out for a unique roof glass, perfect for natural light; but you also have a soft top option which you can store in one of the special luggage suitcases behind the seats.
Floor mats for an instance, are very different from the coupe, as those will be exposed to nature when the top is off, they are made in some kind of “boat exterior” material. Other outstanding detail only Pagani would think about is the key, yes, it is as usual shaped as the car but on the Roadster it resembles the silhouette of the Roadster with the top off.
Perfection, as usual
Of course as in the Coupe version, with the Roadster you have both options, the manual transmission and the automatic one, you of course keep the twin turbo V12 AMG engine screaming behind you; but the real highlight is that you keep the 1,280 kg weight from the Coupe in the Roadster version which is very, very impressive.
Also to mention, engineers ran several tests in the wind tunnel to maintain the optimal aerodynamics even with the top off or the two top versions on. Besides that every detail from the exterior remains impeccable; offering basically an infinite color range for the exterior, the details and tints for the carbon fiber.
In the interior, the aesthetic continues, using top materials for everything you see, touch or feel in the cabin. As Pagani himself said ”
As for the upholstery in the Utopia Roadster, the almost endless choice of colors and materials becomes even more important, since the car’s interior is constantly exposed to the gaze of onlookers. It is from this cabin that you see the world, and it is in this cabin that the world sees you.”
Concluding
I am glad to be around in a time where Horacio Pagani is still around, delighting us with his artistic and engineering creations; without any comparing intentions but I truly believe this is how Ferrari ephemeral fans felt when Enzo was still designing. It is a feeling that only a few will understand.
Being involved in this industry at this moment makes me appreciate the day I started dabbling into this world, I feel like my project has been growing alongside the Utopia, and as the Roadster version, we just get better with time an a lot of passion. The Utopia Roadster is not a game changer, but I don’t think that is its intention, it is more like a statement of how timeless designs and timeless taste can transcend any boundaries.
With no more further to say, if you want to learn more about the Utopia Roadster, make sure to check the Official Pagani Website.
Written by Founder & Head Editor, Anton Fernandez