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<< Prev Page 2 of 2  As in the case of the Zerouno coupé, lightness and aerodynamics are the core elements of this new model's design. Hence, the choice to use carbon fibre for the entire bodywork, accompanied by a generous use of this material in the vehicle's interior as well. State-of-the-art fibre-layering technology combines with the skills of the craftsmen during the finishing stages to achieve a light weight, despite the car measuring 4,847 mm in length, 1,970 mm in width and 1,204 mm in height.The modifications made to the chassis to allow the roof - also made of carbon fibre - to be removed have not compromised performance: the powerful naturally aspirated 5.2-litre V10 engine allows the car to attain a top speed of over 320 km/h. The team of designers has worked with a view to keeping all the characteristics of the Zerouno coupé: the style is consistent with the coupé version, with the same aggressive touches dictated by aerodynamics; the bonnet retains the Y Duct system to optimise downforce and airflow while in motion. The upper and rear parts of the car's body have been completely redesigned to permit the roof to be removed without compromising performance and comfort when the vehicle is being driven topless. "From an engineering standpoint," - continued Antonio Casu, Italdesign's CTO, "the challenge we faced was designing a new chassis: we reinforced the structure to compensate - in terms of rigidity - for the absence of the B and C pillars, typical of a topless car, to ensure a performance comparable to that of the Zerouno coupé." The designers and engineers completely redesigned the rear part of the cockpit and the engine bonnet, adding two roll-bars for the driver and passenger to ensure their safety in the event of a roll-over. Compared to the coupé version, the Duerta's engine bonnet features a lowered central portion located between the two rear shoulders. The roof can be removed manually, but the Zerouno Duerta also comes with an emergency soft top to be used in the event of inclement weather during a trip. A unique feature of the Zerouno project is the option for clients to personalise both the exterior and interior of their vehicles. The five lucky owners of the Zerouno Duerta will also have this option. "The experience we have gained over the past twelve months with the five coupés," - explained Massimo Bovi, Head of the Pre-Series Center, "will continue to serve us well in this second phase of the project. It might be said that what we built were not five cars in a single series, but rather we built five times a unique car: the high level of personalisation and the ability to change a vast array of details in the car's interior and exterior posed a constant challenge. Thanks to the professionalism of our team, this experience will now also help us to best handle requests for the Duerta." Automobili Speciali Zerouno is a project that has garnered international success. "The clients who purchased the five Zerouno coupés come from all over the world, proof that the language of design and the expert craftsmanship know no borders," - stated Massimo Martinotti, Head of Business Development. "The first expressions of interest that we have received for the Duerta indicate that this remains the case. In the near future, we are already offering this new service - the production of 'few-off' series - to car manufacturers." << Prev Page 2 of 2 |
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