The global premiere presentation of the Mercedes-AMG PureSpeed concept car took place on Wednesday, May 22, in the midst of Port Hercule, and Mercedes-AMG Formula 1 drivers Lewis Hamilton and George Russell were both there.

The PureSpeed is designed to be an F1 car for two, not just with its undeniably amazing performance but also with design elements like the roof-replacing “halo” inspired by the F1 and the clear absence of a windshield.

Two aerodynamically optimized helmets created especially for the PureSpeed concept will make up for the absence of a windshield and will be given to fortunate purchasers.

There will only be 250 PureSpeeds, the first in Mercedes’ Mythos range of exotic and opulent vehicles, the most of which are probably already spoken for.

An authentic Halo replica

Rather than a conventional windscreen, the PureSpeed idea incorporates a “Halo” mechanism like to what is used in Formula 1 cars. Additionally, there are no side windows, but both car occupants have the option to don protective helmets with aerodynamic optimization.

But this is not the first Mercedes to utilize a Halo device while driving. Ronald Bussink, a Dutch businessman, previously designed the Speedlegend, which was based on the Mercedes-AMG GT R.

Additionally, the Mercedes-AMG One hypercar and the PureSpeed share design elements like the latter’s gaping front air ducts and other aerodynamic improvements.

The purpose of the flying buttresses behind the cockpit is to honor the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR, which Sir Stirling Moss and Denis Jenkinson drove to victory in the 1955 Mille Miglia.

For the most significant clients

The black and red livery is much more than just a striking color combination. It honors the Mercedes Tipo that Christian Werner drove to victory in the 1924 Targa Florio.

The PureSpeed, however a concept vehicle, will eventually lead to the creation of a limited-edition supercar that is anticipated to go into production the following year.

Although the specific engine behind the PureSpeed’s long hood is still unknown, we do know that it is a V8. The cost is also unknown, although it’s unlikely to worry the 250 buyers who were handpicked for the vehicle.

It will be interesting to watch what happens next with the Mercedes Mythos program as more customized cars are planned. Something more along the lines of the 300SL “Gullwing”? I hope that’s everything.