The one-off electric hypercar merges Pininfarina’s design finesse with Walker’s gritty urban flair and racing heritage.
Automobili Pininfarina has partnered with car culture icon Magnus Walker to craft a one-of-a-kind interpretation of its all-electric Battista Hyper GT — a bold collaboration that merges cutting-edge Italian automotive design with Walker’s distinctive urban aesthetic and motorsport DNA.
The unique vehicle was unveiled during an exclusive fireside chat hosted at Walker’s famed Los Angeles garage, where he sat down with Pininfarina’s Chief Design Officer, Dave Amantea, to discuss the seamless fusion of personal artistry and advanced engineering. Moderated by auto journalist Jonny Lieberman, the conversation offered a rare glimpse into the creative synergy behind the bespoke build.
Famed for his outlaw Porsche philosophy, Walker described the Battista as “the perfect blank canvas” for self-expression. Drawing on design cues from 1970s and ’80s car culture, he employed bold color blocking and strobe-inspired effects to infuse the hyper GT with an unmistakably rebellious yet nostalgic aesthetic. “It was a real honor to express my artistic creativity and personality at this moment in time,” Walker reflected.
While the Battista is already an exclusive masterpiece, limited to just 150 units globally, this one-off collaboration sets a new standard for individuality in the world of electric hypercars. For enthusiasts eager to explore the journey behind this striking creation, Pininfarina has released a short film detailing the artistic process behind the bespoke design.