1992 Tristella Pavonini
Lore
The idea for the Pavonini originated in the mid-1980s, where cash flow was abundant and ambitious designs were highly sought after. It was hidden under wraps for the most part, but rumors and test mules appeared in the years leading to the 90s, with Tristella teasing for a few years regarding their next greatest model. After several delays, the Tristella Pavonini was finally unveiled to the world in 1991. The “Peacock” was to be a halo car, a demonstration of what was now possible after nearly two decades of the highly successful Accipiter’s production run. It was a model of many firsts for Tristella - all-wheel drive, active aerodynamics, active suspension, computerized automatic transmission; along with its unique showpieces: a sliding, hiding sliding hardtop roof and vertical sliding doors that both open and close in under 5 seconds. It also had electronic stability control and of course, sleek futuristic styling. Paired with it was a V12 making 500 horsepower, and it sounded like it should have been a recipe for success.
After the launch in 1992, the reality set in for Tristella and the Pavonini. Each car, with all its ambitious and complicated tech was sold at a loss. It was also very heavy, coming in at over 1600kg and under performed in comparison to the other halo cars of its time, despite the tech and high power assisting it heavily. And with how expensive it was and how the reviews were going, the sales were also far too low. Within Tristella as well, the board was wanting for an entry into the new GT-1 programme at this point, which was ill suited for the Pavonini that was conceptualized and designed mainly during Group B regulations, not to mention its demeanor of being more like a grand tourer. After 1993 and a short two year model run, Tristella stopped production of the Pavonini to focus on the less complicated, more track focused Noctua, which would use the Pavonini’s base platform but cutting most of its tech for weight savings. The Noctua was then continually developed for the next couple of years as a strong competitor in the GT-1 class, as well as selling far better than its short lived predecessor.
It was estimated that less than 100 units were produced in total during its production run.
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FOR SALE:
1992 Tristella Pavonini Supercar - a rare and unique supercar of the early 90s, bred and designed in Italy by Tristella. With a 500HP V12, it is definitely not a hypermiler, but definitely has performance and character. Everything is working mechanically - doors and roof slide open as intended and seals have recently been replaced.
Driven occasionally, only in during summer. Body and paint has been maintained or stored in enclosed garage. Still painted in factory and press colour “Nouvo Acqua”, with a blue leather interior. Maintenance has been followed as per manual, but as with all supercars of this era extra care is needed. Sold as is and will not be entertaining refunds. Will allow test drives to interested buyers ONLY.
Asking price of $20000.
FAQ:
Q:Can I drive with the doors down?
A: Yes.
Q: Will the doors/ roof slice my fingers off?
A: If you’re dumb probably.
Q: How is the rear visibility?
A: Use the side mirrors, interior mirror is literally useless.
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