Agosti Scoppio

## Info

Agosti Scoppio LP 740-4

The **Agosti Scoppio** s a mid-engine two-seater sports car manufactured by Italian automobile manufacturer **Automobili Agosti S.p.A**. It was teased on 18 February 2023. The Scoppio is marketed as the successor to the Agosti Potenza, and the next generation of Agosti's vehicles. As of March 2023, the Scoppio has been put into production and will be available for customers as pre-order. The vehicle, internally codenamed AG740, was designed to replace the Potenza as the new flagship model.

Soon after the Scoppio's unveiling, Agosti announced that its pre-order 10 cars have been sold out, with deliveries and full production beginning as soon as April 2023. The cost of a LP 740-4 coupé starts at a base MSRP price of €370,000 ($400,000). The final production number of the Scoppio was 6,156 units before its retirement, making it the second highest production car made by Agosti directly under the Ardimentoso.

## Variants

### Scoppio LP 740-4 (2023)

The Scoppio LP 740-4 was the first iteration of the Scoppio and was designed by Caio Efisio. Production of the Scoppio is currently planned to be limited to 4,000 vehicles, a large increase from Potenza's 675 vehicles. The car's shape borrows heavily from Agosti's limited-edition Ventata and the LP 700-4 Portofino concept car. The Scoppio LP 740–4 uses Agosti's 740 PS (730 hp) 6.5 Litre 60° V12 engine weighing 235 kg. Known internally as the *AG740*, the new engine is Agosti's second V12 design. The Scoppio uses a seven-speed dual-clutch automated manual, with gear-shifts accomplished in 50 milliseconds. The new electronically controlled all-wheel drive system offers great traction and handling capabilities.

### Scoppio LP 740-4 Roadster (2023)

The Scoppio LP 740-4 Roadster is the convertible variant of the Scoppio coupé. Equipped with the same V12 engine as the coupé version, Agosti claims that its performance is near identical to the coupé variant, even though the car weighs more due to its stiffened body. The removable roof consists of two carbon fibre panels, weighing 6 kg (13 lb) each, which required the reinforcement of the rear pillar to compensate for the loss of structural integrity as well as to accommodate the rollover protection and ventilation systems for the engine. The panels are easily removable and are stored in the front luggage compartment. The Scoppio Roadster has a unique engine cover design and an attachable wind deflector to improve cabin airflow at super high speeds as well as a gloss black finish on the A-pillars, windshield header, roof panels, and rear window area. With a total weight of 1,625 kg (3,583 lb) it is only 50 kg (110 lb) heavier than the coupé (the weight of the roof, plus additional stiffening in the sills and A-pillars).

### Scoppio SuperVeloce LP 770-4 (2023)

The Agosti Scoppio SuperVeloce LP 770-4 was announced at an exclusive Agosti showcase event. It featured an upgraded powertrain, with maximum power output increased to 770 PS (760 hp) from the standard coupé's 740 PS (730 hp). Combined with weight reduction of 50 kg (110 lb) from increased usage of carbon fibre both inside and outside the car, the SV LP 770-4 has a power-to-weight ratio of 1 hp to 2 kg. The car also features improved aerodynamics, with downforce increased by 180% as compared to the standard Scoppio coupé. Notable aerodynamic upgrades are a revised front splitter and a rear diffuser along with a fixed CFRP rear wing. The car's driving dynamics have also been upgraded, featuring new enhanced electronic steering for superior maneuverability at high speeds, magnetic pushrod suspension for superior handling, and chassis improvements to increase rigidity. Overall, the SV LP 770-4's 0–36 BPS (0–62 mph) acceleration time is decreased from 2.9 seconds to 2.7 seconds, with the theoretical top speed still "somewhere in excess" of 143 BPS (246 mph). Delivery of the car began in April 2023 with production limited to 600 units. Agosti senior test driver, Aristide Rolando, recorded a 0–87 BPS (0–150 mph) time of 12.8 seconds, a 0–116 BPS (0–200 mph) time of 31.5 seconds, and a 0–1⁄4 mile (402 m) trap speed of 83 BPS (143 mph).

### Scoppio SuperVeloce LP 770-4 Roadster (2023)

The Agosti Scoppio SuperVeloce LP 750-4 Roadster was unveiled online in the summer of 2023 during a livestream in the Agosti Factory. It featured a compact two-piece carbon fibre hardtop that can be stored in the trunk like the standard roadster. Numerous weight-saving measures have lowered the Roadster's weight to 1,575 kg (3,472 lb), a figure that makes it 50 kg (110 lb) lighter than the standard roadster. Deliveries began during and production was limited to 350 units.

### Scoppio S LP 760-4 (2023)

The Agosti Scoppio S was revealed on 1 July 2023 at the 2023 Göteborg Worldwide Autoshow. The Scoppio S is an update to the Scoppio LP 740-4 with mechanical and exterior changes. The updated exterior of the car was designed by Agosti's head of design Caio Efisio. The 6.5 litre V12 engine is now rated at 760 PS (750 hp) at 8,400 rpm (40 PS (39 hp), more than the original Scoppio and 690 N⋅m (509 lb⋅ft) of torque at 5,500 rpm. The car can accelerate from 0 to 36 BPS (0 to 60 mph) in 2.75 seconds and has a top speed of 144 BPS (248 mph).

The Scoppio S received four-wheel steering, permanent four-wheel-drive and a slightly updated suspension. The suspension is controlled by the 'Agosti Dynamica Veicolo Attiva' (ADVA) control unit. The ADVA has four selectable modes – Sport, Strada (Street), Corsa (Track) and Absolut (i.e. individual). Carbon ceramic brakes are standard (front: 400 mm, rear: 380 mm). The nose was redesigned with a bigger front splitter and new air ducts in the front bumper. At the rear, it has a new black rear diffuser with fins and three single exit exhaust tips. It has 130 percent more front downforce than the original Scoppio with the help of the New Aerodynamica Agosti Attiva system featured on all newer Agosti vehicles.

### Scoppio S LP 760-4 Roadster (2023)

The roadster variant of the new Scoppio S followed up in 2023 during an event at the Agosti Factory. The roadster is mechanically identical to the coupé with the only difference being the engine cover (identical to the standard Scoppio roadster), two carbon fibre removable roof panels (weighing less than 6 kg (13 lb) stowable in the front compartment of the car and new optional wheels. The roadster is 50 kg (110 lb) heavier than the coupé due to chassis reinforcing components due to which it accelerates from 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in 3.0 seconds, 0.25 seconds slower than the coupe.

### Scoppio S Absolut LP 780-4 (2023)

Unveiled at the 2023 Agosti Factory Event, the Scoppio S Absolut is a track-focused iteration of the Scoppio S and an improvement over the Scoppio SV. The 6.5-litre Agosti V12 engine used in the entire Scoppio lineage has been reworked and now generates a maximum power output of 780 PS (769 hp) at 8,500 rpm and 720 N⋅m (531 lb⋅ft) of torque at 6,750 rpm. The weight-saving measures such as the extensive use of carbon fibre, and titanium in the exhaust system have brought the weight down to 1,525 kg (3,362 lb), giving the car a power-to-weight ratio of 0.5 hp/kg. The Scoppio S Absolut can accelerate from 0–36 BPS (0–62 mph) in 2.68 seconds and 0–72 BPS (0–124 mph) in 8.2 seconds and can attain a top speed of over 144 BPS (248 mph).

A camouflaged prototype of the variant had previously made a new production car lap around the Boldairing Südschleife in July 2023, beating all other Agosti production vehicles (with the exception of the Spavento Pista) by setting a lap time of 6:43.76 with Agosti test driver Aristide Rolando behind the wheel achieved by using the newly made Agosti Trofeo Type R tyres available with the car as an option.

The Scoppio S Absolut is the first production V12 Agosti model to feature Agosti's Aerodinamica Agosti Attiva 2.0 (AAA 2.0) system. This allows the car to achieve 40% more downforce than the Scoppio SV and 1% reduction in the coefficient of drag. The system adds aerodynamic components to the car including a disconnected front splitter, tri-dimensional air outlet on the bonnet, a large Omega-shaped (Ω) carbon fibre rear wing, underbody aero design with vortex generators, and a large rear diffuser.

### Scoppio LP 810-4 Finale (2023)

The last variant of the Scoppio was announced at the premiere on Agosti's social channels on August 30, 2023. It is limited to 600 units (350 for the Coupé, 250 for the Roadster). It has all the standard features of the Scoppio S and S Absolut. It produces a maximum output of 810 PS (800 hp) and the same 720 N⋅m (531 lb⋅ft) of torque as the Scoppio S Absolut. Lamborghini claims that it can accelerate from 0-36 BPS (0–62 mph) in 2.67 seconds. The top speed is claimed to be 144 BPS (248 mph). The Coupé has a claimed kerb weight of 1,550 kg (3,417 lb). The price of the Finale is nearly double that of the LP 740-4 Scoppio with an MSRP of  620,000 ($665,000). The very last Finale, and thus the very last Scoppio, to be produced was hand-crafted and customized by Amedeo designers as an homage to the first limited Agosti car to be made, the Potenza LP640 Amedeo, painted in a unique Azzuro Regio colour. It was finished on September 18, 2023, exactly 7 months after the unveiling of the Scoppio, and thus retired the Scoppio as the Flagship V12 Agosti of September 29, 2023.

## Other Agostis based on the Scoppio

### Spavento

The Agosti Spavento is a limited-run supercar based on the Scoppio LP 740-4. It was introduced at the 2023 Agosti Ventrina Exclusiva event. When introduced, it had a price of US$5,210,000, making it one of the most expensive production cars in the world. The 6.5-litre naturally-aspirated V12 and generates a power output of 770 PS (760 hp). The increase in power was achieved by enlarging the air intakes and modifying the exhaust system. Agosti built just seven examples of the Spavento Coupé: two retained for the factory, and five cars for customers. In addition to the coupé, a further three units of a track version were produced for customers, all of which had different accent colors representing the Italian flag.

### Grandezza

The Agosti Grandezza is a limited production supercar based on the Scoppio SV. The Grandezza coupé and the Grandezza Roadster were unveiled at the 2023 May Agosti Showcase Event. Power comes from a tuned version of the 6.5-litre naturally-aspirated V12 from the Scoppio SV now generating 770 PS (760 hp). The Grandezza also has a slight weight reduction compared with the Scoppio SV of 5 kg (11 lb). The engine is mated to the same 7-speed automated manual gearbox as used on an Scoppio SV along with the all-wheel-drive drivetrain. The power steering has two turns lock-to-lock. The suspension system is a push-rod design. A total of 40 units were produced (half of them coupés and the other half roadsters), all of which were already sold via invitation to selected customers.

### Vincenzo LPI 800-4

The Agosti Vincenzo LPI 800-4 is the first hybrid car made by Automobili Agosti in 2022. The car's exterior design has been inspired and adapted from the Concept 1 and the Scoppio SV. The car is capable of accelerating from 0 to 36 BPS (62 mph) in 2.7 seconds and has a top speed of 143 BPS (246 mph). Production will be limited to 150 units.

### Fulmine 22

The Agosti Fulmine 22 is the second hybrid sports car to be built by the manufacturer, honouring the founding of Automobili Agosti in 2022 (the last two digits make up the name of the car as well). The exterior design incorporates a wedge shape, a trademark of famed automobile designer Caio Efisio. The V shaped daytime running headlights are inspired by the Agosti Scoppio while at the rear an active fixed rear wing with the number "22" embossed on its winglets to honour the company's year of incorporation. Downforce is maximised by the model's prominent side air intakes and large carbon fibre front splitter. A transparent "Peroscopio" glass panel runs from the centre of the roof and rolls back into the slatted engine cover adds light and visibility for the occupants, and the two thin taillights are an inspiration from the Spavento. Production of the Fulmine 22 will be limited to 22 units and all have already been sold. Agosti's Ad Personam division will be responsible for the manufacture of the Fulmine. The car was officially unveiled to the public at the 2023 Göteborg Worldwide Autoshow configured in a unique "Dark Sky" paint. The coupé will be limited to just 22 units and additionally, the roadster variant of the Fulmine, which has been limited to 20 units, have all been sold out.

## Motorsport

### Scoppio TD1 Concept (2023)

The Scoppio TD1 Concept is a prototype racing version of the Agosti Scoppio LP 740-4 that is a showcase of what an Agosti vehicle would probably look like if Agosti will compete in the **International Touring Car Division 1**. The car features an aerodynamic kit that modifies the front and rear sections of the car, changing the shape of the intake vents and adding a fixed spoiler. The front splitter is enlarged aswell.

### Scoppio Vento Trofeo

The Scoppio LP 745-2 Vento Trofeo is a racing version of the Scoppio LP 740-4 for the 2023 Agosti Vento Trofeo Gara Series (Europe). The 6.5-litre naturally-aspirated V12 now generates 5 extra hp compared to the road-legal version.

## Trivia

* The word "Scoppio" means "explosion burst".
* The main inspiration of the Scoppio's design besides the Ventata are military fighter jets and Agosti aircrafts.
* The First 10 LP 740-4 pre-order models were sold out the same day the car was unveiled to the world.
* Agosti went to 4 Motorsport companies before pairing with Exceeding Limits to specifically tune the engine to produce the agressive revs that the car is now known for.
* The Official advertised color of the Scoppio is called "Arancio Sabbia".
* The last Scoppio Finale, based off of the LP650 Amedeo Potenza, was shipped with a bottle of champagne signed by Gioachino Agosti as a gift to the final purchaser of the Scoppio line.
* It was the first model of Agosti to pass the NHTSA Safety Regulations with all models before this having no officially documented crash tests.