At some point, we have to accept the practical limitations of certain status symbols. Take the Pagani Huayra R, for instance. To fully appreciate this Italian hypercar for all it’s worth, you’d have to find time to make it down the track (pending weather/availabilities) and find a way to avoid potential damage while you’re deleting rubber. If that sounds like a lot of work, there’s always the gorgeously sculpted Pagani Huayra R simulator.
Developed in a three-way “synergy of expertise” involving Pagani Automobili, Pagani Arte, and Racing Unleashed, this advanced virtual driving system faithfully replicates the real deal with what promises to be “extraordinary precision” — right down to the seating position, steering wheel, and pedals of a real Huayra R. Even the green carbon featured on this sim has been crafted in the same autoclaves as authentic Paganis.
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Beneath the sleek chassis, you’ll find a motion platform with three degrees of freedom, proprietary Racing Unleashed wheelbase technology, an ABS emulator for authentic feedback, a dynamic seatbelt system, plus a gaming PC. The simulation program itself, which can be run through virtual reality or a monitor, leverages the Assetto Corsa Pro interface. Effectively, this translates to an incredibly realistic experience that relies on cutting-edge tech such as laser-scanned circuits.
As for the acoustic component, there are integrated kickers in the seat and a sophisticated 5.1 audio system capable of delivering the distinctive sound of the Pagani V12-R captured by both trackside and in-car recording sessions, complemented by road-transmitted vibrations. According to Motor1, engineers and professional drivers went back-to-back with the simulator and the real-life equivalent to ensure ultimate accuracy.
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“We aimed to create a professional, dynamic driving simulator with an extraordinary level of immersion and realism,” said Franco Morsino, Vehicle Dynamics Lead at Pagani Automobili.
“Our ambition was to transform it into a genuine design object, a product with artistic value destined to occupy a prominent place within the homes of Huayra R owners.”
Bonus: a dedicated wooden flight case has been included to help you transport this millionaire’s plaything.
In terms of price, given how evasive Pagani has been about the matter, this feels like a classic case of “if you have to ask, you can’t afford it.” We’re estimating at least US$100,000. Regardless, you can find out more about the Pagani Huayra R simulator below.
