The car has a removable rear section that transforms the design
February 6, 2025 at 06:53
- The AGTZ Twin Tail is limited to just 19 units worldwide, making it extremely rare.
- Based on the Alpine A110, the car pays homage to the 1960s Alpine A220 racer.
- The removable rear section allows the Twin Tail to be configured for both layouts.
It’s been a year since Zagato first pulled the wraps off its $700,000 Alpine A110-based AGTZ Twin Tail, and now, the first production-spec example has made its debut at the Rétromobile exhibition in Paris. Regardless of how you may feel about the car’s staggering price tag, there’s no denying that it’s one sexy-looking machine.
Production is strictly limited to just 19 units worldwide, each drawing inspiration from chassis #1736 of the 1969 Alpine A220. Staying true to its predecessor, the AGTZ Twin Tail sports a deep blue paint job accented by bold flashes of bright green on the front bumper and side skirts. The French flag’s colors adorn the roof and rear, complemented by yellow trim for an extra pop of contrast.
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The most intriguing part of the AGTZ Twin Tail is the fact that the extended longtail-style rear bumper can be quickly and easily detached. Of course, it’s not just the rear half of the special Alpine that makes it stand out from the A110 that underpins it.
Zagato’s talented designers have reimagined all of the bodywork to pay tribute to the A220. Among the special touches include the bespoke headlights, front bumper, and the striking hood. Other custom touches include a signature double-bubble roof, redesigned door skins, and unique windows. Tying it all together are striking aerodisc wheels, reinforcing its retro-futuristic aesthetic.
Beneath all the coachbuilt flair, the AGTZ Twin Tail retains the 1.8-liter turbocharged four-cylinder from the standard A110, the same powerplant found in the Renault Megane RS. In stock form, it delivers 300 horsepower, but Zagato offers an optional performance upgrade for those who want more punch.
Whether this particular example received that upgrade remains a mystery, but even at 300 hp, it’s no slouch, capable of sprinting to 62 mph (100 km/h) in under five seconds and reaching a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
