Underlining its position as a speciality manufacturer, Pagani showed the C12S 'Monza' at the 2004 Paris Motorshow. Constructed to the wishes of a customer, the Monza features various modifications that make it especially suited for track-day use. Although it is built as a racing car, the one-off Zonda does not comply to any specific set of rules and is not intended for racing.
Weight saving was on the top of the list, for as far as that's still possible on the ultra light Zonda road car. The interior was stripped and two racing seats fitted and the side windows are made of polycarbonate. A reinforced roll-cage is fitted for extra driver protection. New pedals and steering wheel round off the changes carried through on the interior compared to the 'standard' Zonda.
Pagani reworked the suspension and drivetrain as well. Larger dynameter brake discs and stiffened suspension make the car more suitable for track driving. The engine benifited from less a less restrictive exhaust system and dry-sump lubrication, increasing the power to 600 bhp. Modified aerodynamics and optimised gear ratios complete the unique package.
The Zonda C12S Monza is not intended as a production car; it's sole purpose was to showcase Pagani's custom build ability.
Article by Wouter Melissen, last updated before 12 / 01 / 2004
i think to say that the most beautiful cars are coming out of England is a bit over the top.
The Zonda looks like a true exotic, interior and exterior. It doesn't look like any other supercar and has its own personality. Sure it might be an acquired taste but you will see the beauty of the car if you look at it some more and not dismiss it quickly.
Cars from England are beautiful but lets be honest, it seems as if they are all using the same mold for those cars. Ask anyone, especially someone not knowlegable on cars and they'd tell you that the DB9/DB7, Continental GT and Jag XK look very similar.
not ugly, interesting
The Tuner 10-13-2004
people can say what they want about the Zonda...I still think its - in its own way - lovely. Further weight loss and increased power w/o touching the engine is definitely a feat with this car...lucky guy who got it...
How ugly can you get
stillwhovian 10-12-2004
I thought the Enzo was ugly, but this takes the prize, proving once again that there is little correlation between wealth and good taste. IMHO, the most beautiful cars are coming from England these days.