Introducing the AGTZ Twin Tail: A Le Mans Legend Reborn

Prepare to feast your eyes on the sublime fusion of legacy and modernity as Zagato reveals the AGTZ Twin Tail. This masterpiece is set to debut at Lake Como, Italy, and it promises to be a head-turner of epic proportions. Influenced by the iconic Alpine A220 Le Mans racer, this coachbuilt marvel stands as Zagato's latest homage to automotive artistry and engineering. Crafted through a meticulous joint venture with Polish supercar dealer La Squadra, the AGTZ Twin Tail is more than just a nod to history; it is a high-performance homage that blends past brilliance with contemporary innovations.

Rooted in the bones of the acclaimed Alpine A110, the AGTZ Twin Tail is equipped with a 248 bhp turbocharged 1.8-litre engine. This ultra-lightweight marvel of a car is essentially a racer for the roads, thanks to the precision engineering and use of lightweight materials. A limited production run of just 19 units ensures its exclusivity, with each car demanding over 1,000 hours of painstaking assembly. The price? A cool €650,000 (£550,000), excluding taxes, making it one of the priciest four-cylinder cars to ever hit the market.

The allure of the AGTZ Twin Tail lies not just in its performance but in its aesthetic prowess. Created primarily using carbonfibre, this vehicle features an elongated rear deck – a nod to its 'Twin Tail' moniker. The rear deck can be switched between long-tail and short-tail configurations, making the car 622mm longer than the standard Alpine A110 when fully extended. This versatility isn’t just cosmetic; it also significantly enhances aerodynamic efficiency and high-speed stability, as claimed by its creators.

With a top speed of 155 mph and the ability to sprint from 0 to 62 mph in under 5 seconds, the AGTZ Twin Tail matches the performance of the base-model A110. But the minimalist and lightweight carbonfibre construction suggests that it's much lighter than the A110’s 1102 kg, although an official kerb weight has yet to be announced. Such performance specs promise a driving experience that is not just thrilling but also a testament to engineering finesse.

The AGTZ Twin Tail is not merely a car; it's an experience, an embodiment of the spirit of Le Mans races, brought to life for modern-day enthusiasts. So, if you find yourself near Lake Como this weekend, don’t miss the chance to witness this divine piece of automotive craftsmanship. Limited, fast, and strikingly beautiful, the AGTZ Twin Tail is sure to become a legend in its own right.