Automobili Pininfarina is paying tribute to a real motorsport legend with a rare new version of their groundbreaking electrical hyper GT – the Battista Edizione Nino Farina.
Get able to witness the dynamic debut of this design marvel on the iconic Goodwood Competition of Velocity. Whizzing up the legendary hill is none aside from former F1 star and Hillclimb report holder, Nick Heidfeld. As an advisor to Automobili Pininfarina, ‘Fast Nick’ has performed a pivotal position in shaping the Battista story.
Constructing on the triumph of the limited-edition Battista Anniversario, this newest mannequin shares the compelling story of racing legend Nino Farina, the very first F1 World Champion and nephew of the design maestro Battista ‘Pinin’ Farina. In a becoming coincidence, the Battista Edizione Nino Farina will make its dynamic debut only a stone’s throw away from the historic Goodwood Circuit, the place Nino clinched victory within the 1951 Goodwood Trophy, a legendary non-championship F1 race.
Restricted to only 5 handcrafted exemplars for purchasers across the globe, every Battista Edizione Nino Farina boasts beautiful bespoke options, each in and out, paying homage to the outstanding racing legacy of the Torino-born icon. Every automobile on this unique collection represents a major milestone in Nino Farina’s awe-inspiring racing profession, making certain that each collector will personal a really unmatched Italian masterpiece of design.
Paolo Dellachà, the visionary Chief Govt Officer of Automobili Pininfarina, passionately declared, “The Battista Edizione Nino Farina encapsulates the creativity of our good Design Staff, providing a heartfelt tribute to a legendary icon from the illustrious Pininfarina lineage. That is an untold story highlighting the spirit and bravado of a person fueled by racing ardour like no different.
“Our esteemed purchasers want rarity, exclusivity, and the unparalleled craftsmanship harking back to Pininfarina’s famend coach-built creations of yesteryears. The Battista Edizione Nino Farina bridges all these parts seamlessly whereas delivering the breathtaking efficiency that makes it essentially the most highly effective Italian automobile ever created – the monumental Battista. In our creativeness, we envision Nino dreaming of driving alongside his uncle Battista, pushing the automobile to its limits, simply as he did in each race.”
“Driving this automobile might be an expertise very like pulling on the swimsuit of a superhero, an distinctive and emotional expertise is assured. I stay up for personally presenting the Battista Edizione Nino Farina at Goodwood Competition of Velocity this yr.”
Honoring a Legend
As an influential determine on the earth of motorsport, Battista not solely made his mark because the namesake of his firm’s masterpiece but additionally performed a pivotal position in shaping the profession of his nephew, the longer term World Champion, Nino Farina. A younger Nino, simply 16 years outdated, sitting beside his uncle in his very first race. Little did they know that this expertise would ignite a burning ardour for aggressive racing in Nino’s coronary heart, propelling him to take part in quite a few races and championships throughout Italy within the Thirties.
Nino Farina, representing the three-car staff, made historical past as he competed within the first-ever Grand Prix races formally organized by the FIA – identified right now because the Method One World Championship, and he emerged victorious, dominating the British, Swiss, and Italian races, finally securing the World Championship title.
Nino’s unbelievable driving abilities, fearlessness, and unmatched love for the game set him aside as a extremely revered Method One driver. In his debut season, he led his teammates to a panoramic 1-2-3 end at Silverstone and continued to shine, profitable the celebrated Italian Grand Prix in September – a real legend within the making.
Every Edizione Nino Farina mannequin is meticulously crafted with consideration to element and a contact of exclusivity. From the bespoke aluminum passenger door plate, elegantly anodized in black with 5 distinctive designs, to the considerate celebration of serious milestones in Nino Farina’s life – like his beginning in 1906, his first F1 pole place and race victory, his triumph on the Swiss Grand Prix, his memorable win on the Italian Grand Prix, and, after all, his outstanding 1950 F1 World Championship victory.
Curated Exterior Design by Automobili Pininfarina
Battista’s flawless design – skillfully mixing technological innovation and a nod to Pininfarina’s elegant heritage – has reached new heights with the Edizione Nino Farina and its awe-inspiring vintage-inspired look. Dave Amantea, the Chief Design Officer at Automobili Pininfarina, enthused, “This unique mannequin pays tribute to Nino Farina’s daring and fearless spirit, celebrating his extraordinary triumphs in motorsport. It’s our homage to a legendary dynasty – to the person endlessly often known as the first-ever Method One World Champion and to our founder, the driving power behind his racing ardour.”
Every car is a testomony to Nino’s unparalleled legacy, representing pivotal moments in his outstanding life. Drawing inspiration from these iconic moments, we’ve crafted a car that’s destined to grow to be the centerpiece of any assortment. Its gorgeous Rosso Nino physique shade has been rigorously chosen to evoke reminiscences of the Italian racing pink that adorned the automobiles by which he achieved his best victories. Each element and design cue seamlessly integrates with Battista’s unmistakable type.
The distinctive exterior design boasts a bespoke Rosso Nino end – a deep, wealthy pink hue that pays homage to the autos Nino Farina raced all through his illustrious profession. Complementing the intricate physique and Rosso Nino paint is a particular livery on the decrease physique, that includes shades of Bianco Sestriere and Iconica Blu. The Bianco Sestriere and Iconica Blu accents prolong to the bespoke pinstripe on the door mirrors and the underside of the rear wing, showcasing distinctive graphics, together with a laurel wreath. In the meantime, the rear panel proudly shows the quantity ’01’ in Bianco Sestriere.
For added exterior attract, the Furiosa Pack provides a revised carbon fiber entrance splitter, aspect blades, and rear diffuser – completed off with a putting Bianco Sestriere pinstripe. The Carbon Accent Pack, completed in Black Uncovered Signature Carbon, additional enhances the car’s darkish attract. The Goccia roof sports activities a darkish end, whereas the Exterior Jewelry Pack shines in brushed aluminum, anodized in black. These beautiful particulars are complemented by the black brake calipers and heart lock rings, completed in brushed aluminum anodized in black. Finishing the look are the brand new 10-spoke cast aluminum Glorioso alloy wheels, that includes an attention-grabbing Satin Gold end.
All through the car, you’ll discover delicate nods to Nino Farina’s legacy. The bespoke ‘Nino Farina’ engraving on the headlight unit shines in brushed aluminum. That is only a glimpse of the charming story that Edizione Nino Farina tells – a narrative of indomitable spirit, outstanding achievements, and timeless magnificence.
Bespoke Inside Creates Distinctive Driver and Passenger Environments
The bespoke two-tone inside is a sight to behold, that includes the motive force’s seat in smooth black sustainable luxurious leather-based and the passenger seat adorned in a charming mix of beige and black Alcantara.
Put together to be mesmerized by the Pilota seats, which boast a shocking quilting sample and proudly show the enduring ‘Nino Farina’ on the backrest. The motive force’s seat exudes a way of magnificence with its embroidered laurel wreath and putting ’01’ graphic in gold, whereas the Pininfarina emblem on the passenger seat catches the attention with its vibrant contact of pink. Each seats are enhanced by the Rosso Nino-painted backs, harmoniously complementing the outside bodywork.
Each element has been meticulously crafted to perfection, extending even to the Iconica Blu seatbelts that elegantly intensify the upholstery. The middle tunnel, dashboard, and seats boast a bespoke duotone distinction sew in beige and pink, including an additional layer of sophistication. The steering wheel, enveloped in black Alcantara with Uncovered Carbon, is a marvel to behold, its brushed aluminum 12 o’clock ring tastefully contrasting in pink. To not be outdone, the steering wheel plate proudly bears the ‘Nino Farina’ signature, completed in brushed black anodized aluminum. Step again and admire the inside’s darkish attract with the Inside Jewelry Pack, that includes beautiful brushed black anodized aluminum accents.
Put together to be enchanted by the unique and complex inside touches particular to the Edizione Nino Farina. The black anodized chassis plate pays homage to the enduring determine himself, emblazoned with a bespoke ‘Nino Farina’ dedication. And so as to add a private contact, every bespoke passenger door plate is a outstanding piece of artwork distinctive to each car.
Battista Efficiency
This distinctive hyper GT is the world’s first pure-electric sensation, powered by a cutting-edge 120 kWh lithium-ion battery, artfully enclosed inside a light-weight carbon fiber shell.
Unleashing its would possibly are 4 high-performance electrical motors, every propelling a wheel with precision. With Full Torque Vectoring and Digital Stability Management, paired with a software program differential that permits for personalised energy supply and unparalleled dealing with, the driving expertise is not like something earlier than. And let’s not overlook the T-shaped liquid-cooled battery pack, positioned centrally for a remarkably low heart of gravity.
Put together to be awestruck by the Battista’s launch management expertise, propelling it from 0 to 60mph in a jaw-dropping 1.79 seconds, and reaching 0-100km/h in a mind-bending 1.86 seconds. With each second, the Battista continues to amaze, blazing from 0-120mph in simply 4.49 seconds and hitting 0-200 km/h in an astonishing 4.75 seconds. To match the thrill, the Battista boasts the title of the quickest braking EV on the earth, going from 100-0 km/h in a mere 31 meters.
Take a second to soak up the astounding efficiency knowledge of the Battista:
– 1,900 hp (1,400 kW)
– 2,340 Nm of torque
– 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 1.86 seconds and a high velocity of 350 km/h (217 mph)
– As much as 476 km of driving vary (296 miles, WLTP mixed), with the US EPA measuring as much as 300 miles
The Battista flawlessly combines the exhilaration of a hypercar with the posh and luxury of a basic GT. With all-wheel drive and a collection of 5 driving modes to fit your wishes – Calma, Pura, Energica, Furiosa, and Carattere – it’s a symphony of efficiency and refinement. Get able to immerse your self in an electrifying expertise like by no means earlier than.