The spectacular new supercar that eschews electrification

Recently, many startups have sought to make a difference with sports cars that attract attention for one reason or another. One such proposal comes from the new and unknown British firm Garagisti & Co., which has unveiled a car with undeniable style and aims to be a mechanical beast as analog as possible.

Under the premise of designing a car without large screens or unnecessary gadgets, the GP1 aims to return to the origins of pure sportiness. It won't exactly be a vehicle for every budget, as its price will be around 2.8 million euros. As expected, there will be very few units. Only 25 examples of this model will be manufactured.

The brand believes that, rather than being a hindrance, being so new as a brand is an advantage. In fact, Garagisti & Co. states that "we have created what the big manufacturers can't: a supercar without a brand legacy to protect or algorithms to optimize, but only instinct, good taste, and engineering excellence."

The heart of the GP1 will come from Italtecnica Srl, an Italian company that has developed and manufactured a 6.6-liter naturally aspirated V12 engine generating 800 hp at 9,000 rpm and 700 Nm of maximum torque. It's worth noting that the GP1 will be extremely lightweight, weighing just one ton. Garagisti & Co. has sought to "preserve a mechanical soundtrack reminiscent of the racing engines of yesteryear."

Xtrac will supply the GP1 with a longitudinally mounted 6-speed manual gearbox to connect the mid-rear V12 to the rear wheels. The lightweight body will be constructed from carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) by DEXET Technologies, while the brakes will be sourced from Brembo and the suspension components from Öhlins.

From the outset, Garagisti & Co. was clear that it would turn to other suppliers in the automotive industry to ensure the GP1 was equipped with racing-quality components. However, the new supercar is not just intended to be a beast on the track, but also a true GT car that can be enjoyed on the open road.

Aside from its dynamic handling, the supercar oozes character and sportiness from every angle. Its aggressive and modern aesthetic is complemented by details such as the gull-wing doors, for example, and striking wheels.

If you're interested in a closer look at the GP1's design, just check out the video accompanying this article.