Sasha Selipanov, revered as a luminary in contemporary automotive design, has embarked on a profound journey from creating legends like the Lamborghini Huracán and Bugatti Chiron, to forging his own path with the introduction of the Nilu27, a hypercar that challenges the modern paradigms of car design. His new venture, Hardline27, is not just a brand but a beacon of pure, unadulterated automotive passion, wrapped in a design that promises to stir the souls of car enthusiasts worldwide.

The Nilu27, poised to make its grand debut at Monterey Car Week, is a distillation of Selipanov’s deep respect for mechanical purity and high-octane performance. Crafted around a bespoke carbon fiber monocoque chassis, enhanced with lightweight aluminum-alloy tubular subframes, this hypercar isn’t just built; it’s sculpted with a vision that bridges past and present. The heart of the Nilu27, a roaring 6.5-liter V12 engine developed exclusively by Hartley Engines in New Zealand, is a masterpiece of engineering. Opting for natural aspiration in an era dominated by hybrid and electric technologies, this powertrain is a nod to the golden age of motor racing, delivering a thunderous 1,070 horsepower.
What truly sets the Nilu27 apart is its commitment to an analog experience in a digital age. In a world where touch screens and driver assists proliferate, Selipanov’s hypercar offers a purist approach. Imagine the visceral thrill of navigati...