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The styling of the Japanese supercar is inspired by the Maserati Tipo 61 “Birdcage” racecar from the ’60s
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Japanese design maestro, Ken Okuyama, known for his work on the iconic Ferrari Enzo, presented his latest creation at the prestigious Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este. The Kode61 Birdcage is a roofless supercar inspired by the classic Maserati of the same name, and will be produced in limited numbers.
The Kode61 Birdcage draws numerous design cues from the iconic Maserati Tipo 61 racecar, which was produced from 1959 to 1961. It also takes inspiration from the 2005 Maserati Birdcage 75th concept. Okuyama’s rendition features a roofless body and lacks a windshield, leaving the two-seater cabin fully exposed.
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The Japanese supercar has a bespoke and intricately designed bodywork, characterized by bulged fenders, sharp front and rear ends, and upward-opening half-doors. The thin lighting units and black accents on the lower body, including the front intakes and protruding diffuser, add to its distinct appearance, while the three-spoke alloy wheels are reminiscent of the Maserati MC20 supercar.
Inside, the retro-styled dashboard features shiny elements, a gated manual shifter, an analog instrument cluster, and a passenger-facing screen.
While specific technical details are limited, the presence of high-mounted dual exhausts at the back and large intakes at the front suggests that the Kode61 Birdcage is powered by an internal combustion engine (ICE). It is common for coachbuilt projects like this to utilize existing supercar chassis and engines underneath the custom bodywork and interior, making it highly probable that a similar approach has been taken with the Kode61 Birdcage.
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The Kode61 Birdcage will make its debut in the concept car category at this year’s Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, marking a significant milestone as the first Japanese carrozzeria to be nominated. However, this is not just a design study, as Ken Okuyama has confirmed that the supercar will be produced in limited quantities, handcrafted at the Yamagata factory in Japan.
While the exact pricing remains undisclosed, enthusiasts can anticipate a premium price tag for this exclusive build.
