Automobili Pininfarina has unveiled a one-of-a-kind Battista hyper GT that pays homage to the brand’s birthplace, Cambiano, Italy. The bespoke commission, aptly named “A Piece of Cambiano in California,” was revealed during the prestigious Monterey Car Week, celebrating the town where each of the brand’s handcrafted masterpieces begins its journey.
This unique Battista, presented alongside the world premieres of the B95 Gotham and Battista Targamerica on August 16th, is a testament to the limitless possibilities offered by Automobili Pininfarina’s renowned bespoke personalization program. The car’s design intricately ties back to Cambiano, the historic town near Turin, where the Pininfarina atelier meticulously curates and crafts each vehicle to reflect the individual personality of its owner.
Design Inspired by Cambiano’s Heritage
Several elements of this bespoke Battista are deeply connected to Cambiano, brought to life through innovative design touches. The livery on the underside of the active rear wing features a map of the Cambiano region, intertwined with a stylized schematic of the Battista production line. This imagery is also laser-engraved on the bespoke door plates, accompanied by the inscriptions “Where Everything Starts” and “Fatto Con Amore in Italia” (Made with Love in Italy).
Highlighting the bespoke nature of this Battista, the client selected their own Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), ending in 020—a nod to Cambiano’s postal district, 10020. This unique VIN exemplifies the personal and collaborative process that defines Automobili Pininfarina’s customization program. Clients can choose significant numbers or dates for their vehicle, ensuring that their personal touch is intricately woven into the car’s identity.
Inside, the car’s two seats are a first for a production vehicle, featuring the monochrome ‘dogtooth’ design debuted on the B95 barchetta showcar at the previous Monterey Car Week. This exclusive interior detail underscores the unparalleled level of customization available to Automobili Pininfarina clients.
A Celebration of Craftsmanship and Innovation
Dave Amantea, Chief Design Officer at Automobili Pininfarina, expressed the brand’s pride in this special creation, stating, “With its unique and intimate connection to Cambiano, this Battista holds a truly special place in the heart of everyone at Automobili Pininfarina. We have lovingly curated a car that proudly displays the unmatched sophistication and finesse of our design heritage that stretches back almost 95 years. This unique livery celebrates the talent and dedication of our designers, engineers, and artisans, who work in Cambiano to pursue our brand vision: Dream Cars, Made Real.”
After its grand reveal at Monterey Car Week, this bespoke Battista made its way to Automobili Pininfarina’s Newport Beach retail partner in California. There, it joined other Battista models for a special celebration of Italy’s most powerful road-legal hypercar, before ultimately being delivered to its new owner—a discerning collector who has added this extraordinary vehicle to their private collection.
A Landmark Year at Monterey Car Week
This bespoke Battista was one of three significant vehicle launches by Automobili Pininfarina during Monterey Car Week, following the unveiling of the Bruce Wayne-inspired B95 Gotham hyper barchetta and the Battista Targamerica, the world’s first coach-built electric hypercar to be delivered to a client.
Automobili Pininfarina also hosted the inaugural Battista Owners’ Parade, featuring ten vehicles on a scenic drive around the picturesque California peninsula. This unique event exemplifies how the brand fosters a sense of family among its clients, elevating the ownership experience beyond mere possession.
Paolo Dellachà, Chief Executive Officer of Automobili Pininfarina, reflected on the brand’s success at Monterey Car Week: “This year’s Monterey Car Week has been a great success for our brand. It’s the fifth time we have attended, and this year we continued our tradition of bringing something new and thrilling for the world to see, to illustrate how we are redefining client expectations of what ultra-luxury performance cars should be.”
He added, “With Battista Targamerica, we have created the world’s first coach-built EV hypercar and delivered it to its client, and with B95 Gotham, we have brought to life our pioneering collaboration with Warner Bros Discovery, putting our thrilling cars in front of a whole new audience. I’m incredibly proud of what we have achieved at Monterey this year.”
Automobili Pininfarina’s presence at Monterey Car Week continues to showcase the brand’s dedication to craftsmanship, innovation, and the unique connection each car has to its origins in Cambiano, bringing a piece of Italian artistry to the world stage.
Source: Automobili Pininfarina
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