Whatever the Italian is for “dark horse,” this is that thing. Kimera Automobili, makers of the sublime rear-wheel-drive Kimera 037 and all-wheel-drive Kimera 038, are headed to the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb with the Kimera K39. Kimera didn’t reveal that destination, but the clues are overwhelming. And if the K39 does debut in the mountains, it won’t be racing. A series of Instagram posts on Kimera’s official account tells us, “The summit is up there, in the land of dreamers, where the air is thin.” The caption advises us to stay tuned for an unveiling on June 22. None of the mountains in the background is Pikes Peak, but scene sure looks like it could be Colorado, and where the sky should be, there’s a billowing American flag.
A June 22 reveal precludes being part of the race to the clouds since Pikes Peak happens the next day, June 23. Cars are already prepping and testing, and Kimera doesn’t show anywhere among the 62 entries.
No matter. The K39 could do a demo run or be a static display, we’d be happy. Based on Kimera’s other cars, we suspect we’ll like the sounds and looks of this one, too. The Italian boutique carmaker previewed the K39 last year, tipping it to be a reborn version of the Lancia Beta Montecarlo Turbo
