The Pagani Zonda Riviera is heading back to auction, and this time the stakes are much higher. RM Sotheby’s will offer the one-off hypercar at their December 5 Abu Dhabi sale with estimates reaching $9.5 to $10 million, nearly double its last hammer price of $5.5 million six years ago.
This isn’t just any Zonda. The Riviera represents the 140th and final example ever built, marking the end of an era that began in 1999. The car started life as a 2006 Zonda F before returning to Pagani’s Italian factory in 2017 for conversion into a bespoke 760-series build.
The transformation is dramatic. New carbon fiber body panels, a special roof scoop, and an even larger rear wing distinguish it from regular Zondas. The French Riviera-inspired paint scheme combines pearl white with royal blue accents and exposed carbon fiber surfaces. Twin carbon canards, front fender flares, and a shark fin complete the aggressive aesthetic.
Inside, the steampunk-style cabin features polished carbon and black aluminum throughout. Blue leather seats and door cards contrast with the Alcantara headliner, creating an interior that matches the exterior’s Mediterranean inspiration. Every gauge and physical button remains, preserving the analog experience that made Zondas special.
The heart of the matter sits in the engine bay. A Mercedes sourced 7.3-liter naturally aspirated V12 produces 750 horsepower and 575 lb-ft of torque, significantly more than the standard Zonda F’s 594 horsepower. Pagani never released official performance figures for the Riviera, but the base F could hit 60 mph in 3.5 seconds and reach 214 mph.
The car has just over 550 miles on the odometer and has been meticulously maintained since its delivery to Saudi Arabia in 2017. Multiple ownership changes haven’t affected its condition, with Pagani itself overseeing the comprehensive conversion work.
The timing favors sellers. Zonda values have climbed steadily as collectors recognize these as the last naturally aspirated, manual transmission supercars from the golden era. Another rare Zonda fetched $11 million late last year, suggesting the Riviera’s estimates might prove conservative.
The Abu Dhabi sale at St. Regis Saadiyat Island resort promises serious competition. An Aston Martin One-77 will share the stage, but the Riviera’s unique status as the final Zonda ever made gives it special significance for collectors seeking automotive history.
Six years ago, $5.5 million seemed expensive for any Zonda. Today, that same car could command double the price, pointing to how quickly the hypercar market has evolved and how much collectors value genuine rarity over mere performance numbers.
