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We spied this Pagani development car over a year ago, and at the time, details were nonexistent. We could see this Zonda had an all-new front clip, redesigned rear quarter panels to allow for larger air inlets, a redesigned rear diffuser and a totally new air scoop that sticks up from the middle of the engine cover.
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Several details have now surfaced and we thought you might want to take a second look at these exclusive photos! The Founder of Pagani Automobili S.p.A., Horacio Pagani, has confirmed that a model dubbed "C9" will start production at the end of 2010 and replace the Zonda. In speaking to Argentina Auto Blog, Pagani said the C9 will be "a brand new car from concept, weight distribution, materials and dynamics." He also stated it would have 3.770 new parts. Spec-wise, the C9 will sport a carbon-titanium chassis, forged aluminum alloy suspension parts and tires from Pirelli specifically engineered for the C9. We noticed this test car had absolutely enormous 335/30/ZR20 Pirelli Pzero Rosso tires in back and 255/35/ZR19 tires in front. Inside the wheels were equally enormous carbon ceramic brake rotors.
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When we saw this C9 development car out testing, we noticed right away that clear panels over the engine compartment meant to show off the motor had black tape over them. Now we know what Pagani was trying to hide. Under those clear panels, you'll find a Mercedes-Benz 6.0L, bi-turbo V12 rated around 700hp and 740 ft lbs of torque. This would also seem to explain the reason this Pagani development car was spotted testing alongside a Mercedes SL65 Black, a car that packs the same bi-turbo V12. Pagani also confirmed the C9 would have very advanced active aerodynamics package for the C9, but would not elaborate further. Watch for this supercar to debut at one of the European auto shows later this year with a price tag near 900,000 Euros.
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