Automobili Mignatta launches the Rina with retro design, naturally aspirated V8, and manual transmission

Automobili Mignatta launches the Rina with retro design, naturally aspirated V8, and manual transmissionAutomobili Mignatta launches the Rina with retro design, naturally aspirated V8, and manual transmission (Instagram @automobilimignatta)

The Italian startup Automobili Mignatta revealed its first model, the Rina, a convertible sports car inspired by 1960s classics.

With a handmade carbon fiber body in barchetta style and no windshield, the car focuses on a retro, elegant design aimed at the pure driving experience. The look is completed with 19- and 20-inch wheels, high-performance Pirelli tires, and powerful Brembo brakes.

Under the hood, the Rina features a 5.0-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine, paired with a six-speed manual transmission sending power to the rear wheels. The engine preparation was handled by Italtecnica Engineering, which has worked on other high-performance restomod projects.

Although the exact power and torque figures have not been disclosed, the promise is for remarkable performance, without any turbo or supercharger assistance.

The interior follows a minimalist concept: no screens, just analog dials, brown leather, aluminum, and carbon fiber finishes. Only 30 units will be produced annually, with a starting price of around \$290,000.

Although the Rina is likely not homologated for use on U.S. roads, it represents a tribute to the Italian tradition of pure and exciting sports cars.

Source: Car and Driver | Photo: Instagram @automobilimignatta | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team

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