- Kimera Automobili unveils its first racecar, the K39, set to tackle Pikes Peak in 2025.
- The “hyper-restomod” utilizes a carbon-fiber monocoque and sports a fully redesigned bodykit.
- A road-legal conversion, offered in limited numbers, is under consideration.
Fresh off the launch of the EVO38 “Integrale”,
Kimera Automobili has introduced another model inspired by the classic Lancia 037. The Kimera K39 marks the company’s debut racecar, boasting a carbon fiber monocoque and aggressive aerodynamics. This “hyper-restomod,” showcased digitally in the iconic Martini Racing livery, is set to take on the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in 2025.
The Kimera K39 was originally announced last year, accompanied by a sketch and a 1:5 scale prototype, offering a glimpse of what was to come. Now, the company has unveiled its finalized exterior design, drawing inspiration from the iconic Martini Racing Team “Silhouette” racecar that had a dominant presence in the World Sportscar Championship during the ’70s and ’80s.
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The K39 keeps the quad round LED headlights from the EVO37 and EVO38 restomods, but the rest of the bodywork has undergone a redesign. Its most striking feature is the elongated tail, featuring a substantial double-storey rear wing, full-width LED taillights, and a triple Capristo exhaust mounted above the motorsport-derived diffuser.
At the front, the model boasts a pronounced chin with an oversized splitter and deep vents on the hood. The fenders are notably wider, incorporating integrated vents and intakes, while the wheels sport stylish covers. Additionally, there’s a roof intake and antennas derived from motorsport.
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Kimera didn’t get into details about the technical specifications of the K39, but confirmed that the racecar will be based on a monocoque chassis made of carbon fiber, and feature “an engine that will definitely make noise and will be heard throughout its climb”. This makes it clear that the model is not electric, something that is also evident from the tailpipes.
It’s reasonable to assume that the K39 will outperform the EVO37 and EVO38, featuring a more powerful engine and an aggressive chassis setup. The Kimera EVO38 currently produces 600 hp (447 kW / 608 PS) and 580 Nm (428 lb-ft) of torque, distributed to all four wheels through a motorsport-derived AWD system.
Alongside the launch of the new model, Kimera also announced its ambitious purpose for creation. The company aims to tackle the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in 2025, aiming to prove its performance capabilities are much more than a daydream.
Even more intriguing is the fact that Kimera is exploring the possibility of a “road-legal” conversion aimed at a very select group of collectors. This exclusive production slot would offer access to an extremely limited and exclusive version of the K39. Hopefully, there will be enough interest from enthusiasts to see the K39 on the road as well.
