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Bertone Puts 1969 Runabout Into 25-Unit Production With Lotus Underpinnings and Supercharged V6

The neo‑retro two‑body lineup enters a bespoke 25‑car series priced from about €390,000, with a public debut planned at Rétromobile 2026.

Overview

  • Bertone confirms a limited run of 25 coachbuilt Runabouts, offered in Barchetta and Targa forms through a curated client configuration process.
  • Power comes from a mid‑mounted Toyota‑sourced 3.5‑litre supercharged V6 paired to a close‑ratio six‑speed manual and rear‑wheel drive.
  • Reported output varies slightly by outlet at roughly 468–475 hp, with claimed performance of 0–62 mph in about 4.1 seconds and a 168 mph top speed.
  • A bonded aluminium chassis derived from Lotus and carbon‑fibre bodywork underpin the lightweight build, enabling features such as pop‑up headlights.
  • Prices start around €390,000 before taxes and options, new VINs are issued rather than using donor cars, and the car is slated to debut in Paris alongside the 1969 concept.