Golden Tribute - Art has a unique power to bridge worlds, weaving connections that transcend traditional boundaries. This concept is brilliantly showcased in a stunning custom creation unveiled at the Art Basel event in Miami, USA recently. Made entirely from Uruguayan peso coins, this extraordinary art car is more than a nod to automotive design—it’s a heartfelt tribute to Argentinian football legend Lionel Messi.
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| The Pagani Zonda-inspired art car was constructed using 100,000 golden coins, held together by over 500,000 meticulously crafted weld points. (Picture from: Auto.HindustanTimes) |
Conceived and crafted by Uruguayan artist Joaquin Arbiza, the masterpiece transforms the structure of a Pagani Zonda into a dazzling work of art. Over 100,000 coins were meticulously shaped, bent, and welded together, with more than half a million weld points ensuring every curve and detail of the hypercar was perfectly replicated. This meticulous craftsmanship not only reflects the precision of the Zonda but also serves a greater purpose: celebrating Messi’s enduring legacy.
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| A striking feature of the art car is a portrait of Messi, crafted from black-painted coins and prominently displayed at the front. (Picture from: Carscoops) |
One of the art car's most striking features is a portrait of Messi, created from coins painted black and prominently displayed at the front of the vehicle. This unique detail embodies the deep admiration both Arbiza and the owner have for the football icon. By blending automotive ingenuity with sports symbolism, this creation becomes a one-of-a-kind homage to Messi’s greatness.
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| This detail reflects the deep admiration Arbiza and the owner have for Messi, blending automotive creativity with sports symbolism in a unique tribute to his greatness. (Picture from: Carscoops) |
The Pagani Zonda F, which inspired this remarkable art car, first debuted at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show as a tribute to Argentinian Formula One legend Juan Manuel Fangio. Famed for its aggressive design and extraordinary performance, the Zonda F remains a celebrated hypercar. This custom art car builds on that legacy, reimagining it through the lens of artistic expression and personal tribute.
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| The Pagani Zonda art car required many coins to be meticulously bent to replicate the Zonda’s curves and design elements. (Picture from: Carscoops) |
Weighing approximately 1,250 kilograms—the same as an actual Pagani Zonda—this creation stands as a testament to Arbiza’s vision and skill. Unlike the original Zonda’s powerful 7.3-liter V12 engine, this piece is designed purely for display, shifting the focus from raw performance to artistic and symbolic value. It redefines the purpose of a car, presenting it not as a vehicle but as a medium for storytelling and homage.
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| The Pagani Zonda art car showcases incredible attention to detail, with even the wheels and tires crafted from the coins. (Picture from: Carscoops) |
While the Pagani Zonda is renowned for its groundbreaking engineering and performance, this custom art car takes a different route, emphasizing passion and legacy over speed and power. By intertwining automotive design with Messi's cultural influence, Arbiza’s work becomes both an artistic achievement and a celebration of human excellence.
This extraordinary creation demonstrates how art can honor remarkable individuals. Using coins that once held monetary value, Arbiza has crafted a timeless tribute to Lionel Messi, immortalizing his spirit and redefining the fusion of art, sport, and engineering into a single, breathtaking masterpiece. ✨Happy Holiday...⛄ *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARSCOOPES | AUTO.HINDUSTANTIMES ]Note: This blog can be accessed via your smart phone
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