Key Facts
- AMG-sourced 6.0-liter twin-turbo V12 produces 852 hp and 811 lb-ft of torque, paired with Xtrac seven-speed gated manual
- Top speed electronically limited to 217.5 mph; named after fast-moving derecho windstorms
- Features transparent Pearl Orange and Inky Blue paint revealing Carbo-Titanium weave bodywork
- Second of three 70th-anniversary Huayras following January 2026’s 834-hp Trionfo; built as few-off by Grandi Complicazioni division
Pagani has unveiled the Huayra 70 Derecho at the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed, a roofless 852-horsepower hypercar equipped with a rare gated seven-speed manual transmission. The few-off model is the second of three special Huayra variants built to celebrate founder Horacio Pagani’s 70th birthday, arriving despite the Huayra being officially succeeded by the Utopia in 2022.
The Italian marque premiered the Derecho on July 7-8 at Goodwood, according to Motor1, signaling that its decade-old Huayra platform remains a profitable canvas for ultra-exclusive special editions commissioned through Pagani’s Grandi Complicazioni bespoke division.
852 Horsepower and a Gated Manual Defying Industry Trends
Under the carbon-fiber bodywork sits an AMG-sourced 6.0-liter twin-turbocharged V12 engine producing 852 horsepower and 811 lb-ft of torque, AutoEvolution reports. Power reaches the rear wheels exclusively through an Xtrac-built seven-speed gated manual transmission—a deliberate rejection of the dual-clutch automatics that dominate the hypercar segment.
The gated manual choice is significant: Motor1 notes the Huayra Epitome in 2024 became the first Huayra to receive a manual gearbox, followed by the Codalunga Speedster and now the Derecho. This resurgence caters to collectors and driving purists willing to sacrifice milliseconds of shift speed for tactile engagement.
Top speed is electronically capped at precisely 217.5 mph (350 km/h), CarBuzz confirms. The Derecho name references fast-moving, long-lived windstorms that arrive suddenly—a fitting metaphor for a roofless hypercar designed to deliver visceral open-air performance.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Engine | 6.0L twin-turbo V12 (AMG-sourced) |
| Power | 852 hp / 811 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 7-speed gated manual (Xtrac) |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Top Speed | 217.5 mph (350 km/h) |
| Roof | None (roofless) |
| Production | Few-off (limited series) |
Transparent Paint Reveals Carbo-Titanium Artistry
The Derecho wears transparent Pearl Orange and Inky Blue paint finishes that reveal Pagani’s signature Carbo-Titanium weave bodywork beneath, according to CarBuzz. The transparent coating treatment is engineered by Pagani’s Grandi Complicazioni (Greatly Complicated) division, which handles bespoke commissions that push the boundaries of the company’s already extreme attention to detail.
This see-through aesthetic serves both form and function: it showcases the carbon-titanium weave that provides structural rigidity while keeping weight minimal, and it differentiates the Derecho from more conventionally painted Huayra variants.
Why the Huayra Refuses to Die
Despite being officially replaced by the Utopia in 2022, the Huayra continues to spawn special variants through Pagani’s Grandi Complicazioni program, Motor1 explains. The business model has proven lucrative: ultra-wealthy clients remain willing to commission bespoke versions of the aging platform, and Pagani retains the tooling, expertise, and supplier relationships to fulfill these requests profitably.
The Derecho is the second entry in a trilogy of 70th-anniversary Huayras. Yahoo Autos reports the first was the 834-hp Trionfo (Triumph) with a seven-speed manual, limited to three units and revealed in January 2026. The Derecho is described as a few-off rather than a strict one-off, suggesting multiple examples will be built for select clients. A third 70th-anniversary variant is expected later in 2026.
What This Means for Buyers
The Huayra 70 Derecho represents a critical inflection point in hypercar philosophy. While competitors chase electrification, automated gearboxes, and Nürburgring lap times, Pagani doubles down on analog driving experiences and coachbuilt exclusivity. The gated manual transmission is objectively slower than a dual-clutch automatic, but for the collectors commissioning these cars, objective performance metrics are secondary to rarity and driver engagement.
Prospective buyers should understand this is not a car that will be publicly advertised or offered through traditional channels. Grandi Complicazioni projects are typically invitation-only, with clients working directly with Pagani’s design team to specify every detail. Pricing is not disclosed, but comparable recent Huayra specials have commanded well beyond $3 million, with bespoke commissions often exceeding $5 million depending on specification.
The roofless configuration limits practicality even by hypercar standards—no protection from weather, increased wind buffeting at speed, and typically reduced chassis rigidity compared to closed-roof variants. Yet for collectors seeking the ultimate expression of open-air V12 performance paired with the most engaging transmission available, the Derecho offers an experience unavailable from any competitor.
The manual transmission choice also carries implications for future value. As paddle-shift transmissions become universal in high-performance cars, manually shifted hypercars are appreciating rapidly on the collector market. The Derecho’s combination of extreme rarity, manual gearbox, turbocharged V12, and Pagani’s artisanal build quality positions it as a likely future icon—assuming buyers can actually drive them rather than simply store them as investments.
