Rezvani unveils Ariel Atom-based BEAST Roadster

Rezvani BEAST front quarter

Rezvani Motors has unveiled its Ariel Atom-based BEAST Roadster. Created by Samir Sadikhov who designed the Aston Martin DBC and Ferrari Xerzi concepts, the BEAST gets an aggressive carbon fibre body with minimalist surfaces and sports car proportions.

The Roadster’s front fascia has been designed for low-friction while the body lines extend out to create a streamline appearance. Paired to angular rear panels, air flows is said over the car to provide maximum downforce at high speeds.

Rezvani BEAST rear quarter-1

The BEAST also feature a fully removable windshield, a roll cage, and a set of RS05 PUR wheels wrapped in front 235/35R19 and rear 295/30R19 tyres.

Two models will be on offer. The entry-level BEAST 300 comes with a 2.0-litre turbocharged mid-mounted engine that produces 235kW (315 bhp). It is capable of propelling the 666kg (1,470 lb) Roadster from 0-100km//h in a mere 3.0 seconds. The more potent BEAST 500 features a 2.4-litre supercharged mid-mounted engine delivering 372kW (500 bhp). It enables the lightweight Roadster to slingshot from 0-100km/h in 2.8 seconds.

Rezvani BEAST rear-1

Both engines are prepared by Arial Atom specialists DDM Works of South Carolina. DDM Works president, Dave Michel, provides this overview:

“When the engine is built, the block is disassembled, and checked for defects, etc. Then the crank bearing surfaces are polished, the block is cleaned, bored, decked and prepped for the new high-performance parts.

The engine is assembled with all new parts — upgraded pistons, forged H beam rods, ARP studs, and optional clutch upgrades — and filled with a break-in oil for the first start. On the 500hp twin charge versions, stock cams are used and stock heads, although the head is disassembled, cleaned, pressure checked, surfaced and put together with new seals.”

Rezvani BEAST side

The high-output engine is paired to a limited slip six-speed manual gearbox, and a rear wheel drive layout. All with minimal electronic interference that provides drivers with tactile feedback and extreme response.”

The first two cars built in each series will be launch edition priced at US$99,500 for the BEAST 300 and US$124,900 for the BEAST 500. Normal pricing for the BEAST 300 is US$119,000 and US$139,000 for the BEAST 500. A full day of professional race track driving class is also available to BEAST 500 owners at no extra cost.

The Rezvani BEAST is also available as an upgrade to current Arial Atom owners for US$49,000 for the BEAST 300 and for US$69,000 for the BEAST 500.