Lanzante’s Masterful Conversion of the Red Bull RB17 Hypercar.
‘Turning the RB17 into a street-legal car is like giving a cheetah roller skates’
Lanzante is renowned for converting high-performance track cars for street use.
Previous projects include the McLaren P1 GTR, Senna GTR, Pagani Zonda R, Huayra R, and Porsche 935.
Conversion involves adding side mirrors and modified lighting systems.
The aim is to preserve the original track-focused performance despite these modifications.
As mentioned in a recent article, the RB17 features a 4.5-litre naturally aspirated V10 engine paired with an electric motor.
I will produce a combined output of 1,200 horsepower, allowing the car to rev up to 15,000 rpm.
It will deliver a driving experience akin to a Formula 1 car.
The road-legal conversion by Lanzante is estimated to cost between £250,000 and £500,000.
This cost is in addition to the RB17’s original price of £5 million.
Only 50 units of the RB17 will be produced.
Production begins in 2025, with the first road-legal conversions expected by 2026.
High Downforce and Lightweight Design.
The RB17 features active front and rear wings, generating up to 3,747 pounds of downforce.
Lanzante aims to maintain the car’s impressive power-to-weight ratio and aerodynamic efficiency despite added weight from the conversion.
Early RB17 customers have shown interest in the road-legal conversion.
Lanzante plans to work closely with owners to ensure the project stays true to the car’s original design and performance ethos.
Converting the RB17 for road use presents significant technical hurdles.
Adding road-legal components, such as side mirrors, may be slightly affected by aerodynamics.
The RB17’s 4.5-litre V10 engine and electric motor produce over 1,200 horsepower in stock form.
Capable of reaching a top speed of 217 mph.
The conversion process will be meticulous and time-consuming.
A similar project, like the road-legal Porsche 935, took about 18 months to complete.
Lanzante’s conversion of the RB17 ensures that this track-only hypercar can deliver a thrilling yet practical experience on public roads.
This project highlights Lanzante’s expertise in maintaining the essence of high-performance track cars while meeting road regulations.
Lanzante is offering a unique opportunity for automotive enthusiasts to own a piece of cutting-edge automotive history.
‘Lanzante is making sure the RB17 can handle potholes and pedestrians with the same finesse as chicanes’
