Ken Okuyama unveils Kode57 supercar at The Quail
Japanese designer Ken Okuyama presented his Kode57 supercar at The Quail during Monterey Car Week, revealing a 6.0-litre V12-powered, open-top machine with limited production planned.
Ken Okuyama’s Kode57 supercar made its global debut at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, during Monterey Car Week in August 2016. The Japanese designer, known for his work on the Ferrari Enzo and Maserati Quattroporte, presented the open-top Kode57 as a limited-run project from his own design house.
The Kode57’s bodywork is defined by sharp angles, a low stance and dramatic scissor doors, setting it apart from the smoother lines of Okuyama’s previous supercar collaborations. The car sits on a bespoke aluminium chassis and features an open cockpit, with a windscreen that wraps around the driver and passenger but leaves the roof entirely absent.
V12 power and Novitec tuning
At its heart is a 6.0-litre V12 engine, claimed to produce 611hp and 448lb ft of torque in standard form. The engine is paired with a six-speed semi-automatic gearbox. German tuner Novitec was involved in the engine preparation, with an optional upgrade taking output to a reported 692hp and 473lb ft. With a kerb weight around 1,633kg, the Kode57 is positioned among the lighter V12 supercars of its era.
Production plans and exclusivity
Okuyama’s firm indicated that the Kode57 would see a small production run, targeting collectors and enthusiasts seeking a bespoke, coachbuilt supercar with design pedigree. No official production figures or delivery dates were released at the time of the debut.
The Kode57’s appearance at The Quail placed it alongside other ultra-exclusive supercars and concepts, underlining Okuyama’s ongoing influence in the segment. For more on supercar debuts from Monterey and elsewhere, see Lamborghini Centenario Roadster treated Monterey with its official premiere.
