THE world’s fastest car that can go from 0-249mph and back to zero in less than 30 seconds could be yours for a hefty £2.1million.
The Koenigsegg Regera is one of the most sought after motors in the world after just 80 units were made during its production between March 2016-2021.
mediadrumimagesThe Koenigsegg Regera is one of the fastest cars in the world[/caption]
mediadrumimagesInside, the cockpit is adorned with diamond-quilted black leather[/caption]
mediadrumimagesThe Regera is coated in steely Moon Silver with 11-spoke carbon-Kevlar Dymag Spider wheels[/caption]
The plug-in hybrid grand touring sports car was designed to be a more practical and luxurious alternative to Koenigsegg’s usual lightweight lineup.
With a ground-breaking power-train configuration tucked beneath a fighter-jet-style carbon-fibre body, the Regera is one of the quickest automobiles on the planet.
Last summer, eight years after its launch, one of the models rocketed from zero to 249 mph and then back to zero in just 28.81 seconds – breaking the previous world record set by Rimac’s all-electric Nevera.
And although Koenigsegg sold each of its 80 units for more than £1.4 million in the years following its release, punters now have a chance to own one themselves.
That’s because RM Sotheby’s auction in Paris this week will feature a 2021 Regera with 522 kilometres on its odometer.
It might not be brand new, but it’s the closest you’ll get to finding a model that’s fresh out the box.
The Regera on the auction block has had just one owner and is coated in steely Moon Silver with contrasting blue striping, blue brake callipers, and 11-spoke carbon-Kevlar Dymag Spider wheels.
Inside, the cockpit is adorned with diamond-quilted black leather complemented by blue stitching as well as Alcantara and carbon-fibre trim.
There is a unique “Esser” graphic on the lower bodywork, which suggests that the car is possibly from the collection of Esser Automotive, a Koenigsegg specialist in Aachen, Germany.
RM Sotheby’s, though, just describes the car as being from a “private collection.”
The auction house estimates the value of the vehicle at between £1.7 million and £2.2 million, but it reminds potential bidders that both the hammer price and commission are subject to French Value Added Tax, which currently stands at 20 percent.
Interestingly, in the exclusive domain of low-volume hypercars, the Regera is not as rare as you might think.
According to the Koenigsegg-themed website Egg Registry, there were 17 Regeras for sale around the world at the end of 2023, eight of which were in North America.
What sets the model apart, and ensures its collectability, is its innovative technology, especially that advanced powertrain.
Here is a 5.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 built in-house that develops 1,100 hp.
Add to this a trio of electric motors juiced by an 800-volt battery pack, and the total output tops 1,479 hp, with 1,475 ft lbs of torque.
Yet the car’s most impressive feature is arguably its single-speed Koenigsegg-designed transmission that provides a direct drive to the rear axle.
This essentially lets the car accelerate from a standstill to 250 mph without shifting gears.
The RM Sotheby’s 78-lot Paris auction is being held at the historic Le Salles du Carrousel building adjoining the famous Louvre gallery, and kicks into gear at 4pm local time.
“While its incredible performance credentials steal the headlines, Koenigsegg’s slavish attention to detail only becomes apparent when you spend time with the car”, the listing reads.
“It’s then that you notice the smaller things, from the “Constellation” daytime running lights, achieved using dozens of small LEDs against a backdrop of polished carbon fibre, to the “Autoskin” hydraulic system, which allows each opening element of the car to be controlled at the touch of a button.
“Then there are the proximity sensors, which aren’t just in the front and rear bumpers, but also the wing mirrors and each opening section; it even has cup holders.
“As well as being one of the fastest cars ever created, the Koenigsegg Regera is also among the most advanced.
“A technological tour de force, this landmark model is sure to enter the annals of hypercar history.
This beautifully specified and sparingly used example offers a savvy collector the rare opportunity to join the limited ranks of lucky owners.”
Elsewhere, an outrageous Bugatti Chiron with a polished alloy finish is set to hit auction – for a staggering £3million.
The high-speed motor is also up for sale as part of RM Sotheby’s Paris auction, with the lofty price all down to its unique colour and numerous added extras.
And an incredibly rare Maserati has been put up for auction for an eye-watering sum.
The eye-catching 1967 Maserati Quattroporte was modified as a fire truck for use at the 1967 Italian Grand Prix.
mediadrumimagesA ground-breaking power-train configuration is tucked beneath a fighter-jet-style carbon-fibre body[/caption]
mediadrumimagesThe Regera can rocket from zero to 249 mph and then back to zero in just 28.81 seconds[/caption]