The Abarth 1500 Biposto was an experimental coupé designed by Franco Scaglione, who worked for Bertone at the time.
The Biposto was given to motoring journalist Dick Smith in mid-1953 as his prize for suggesting a new Packard advertising slogan.
[1] It did not reappear until put up for auction in 2003 where it was acquired by historic racer, car collector and restorer Chris M.
[1] It features a futuristic design consisting of a central headlight, similar to the earlier Tucker Torpedo, and fins in the rear.
[2] The car also won Best in Class at the prestigious Amelia Island Concours in March 2011 and also was shown at the Goodwood Cartier "Style Et Luxe" later that year.