Abarth 1500 Biposto

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.

Abarth 1500 Biposto front end