Apollo has confirmed that all 10 examples of the
Intensa Emozione (IE) hypercar it will build have been sold. Apollo came into being after
Gumpert went bust and unveiled the IE in late October 2017. Since then, the car
has been shown around the world at various motoring events and created a buzz
that’s almost unheard of for a new car manufacturer.
Speaking to Motor Authority, an Apollo spokesman
said that each of the US$ 2.71 million build slots had been sold. The company also
revealed that it will build a handful of track-only variants for the most
dedicated of customers.
Apollo hasn’t said how many track-only models it
will build but did say they will among the run of 10, rather than produced in
addition to 10 street-legal models. Details about the track-only
model are scarce but the company says it gets even more ridiculous bodywork and
features a carbon fiber front splitter that can sustain almost 1360
kg of downforce.
Both the street-legal and non-street-legal Apollo IE
use a Ferrari-derived 6.3-liter naturally-aspirated V12 engine. Customers can
opt to have this engine transformed into a beast delivering more than 1000 hp
and revving to over 11,000 rpm. Alternatively, they can ‘make do’ with 780 hp
and 560 lb-ft of torque.
Apollo continues development of the IE with the help
of HWA, a German company which used to run a host of racing programs for
Mercedes-Benz. HWA was also responsible for the creation of the CLK GTR GT1
race car and is using its expertise to ensure the IE isn’t all show and no go. The automaker wants to commence
deliveries of the Intensa Emozione in 2019.
