Limited to just 30 units annually, this bespoke, screen-free sports car is a purist’s dream.
Imagine a sleek, carbon-fiber roadster powered by a roaring V8, paired with a manual gearbox, and devoid of any digital distractions—no touchscreens, just pure driving passion. Meet the Rina, the debut creation from Automobili Mignatta, a boutique Italian manufacturer based in Piedmont. Handcrafted with meticulous care, the Rina is capped at 30 units per year, ensuring exclusivity. The company touts it as “a timeless masterpiece built for the road, not a showroom.” While pricing remains undisclosed, it’s safe to assume this gem will command a premium far beyond most budgets.
Mignatta describes the Rina as “crafted for those who crave raw, unadulterated driving joy,” boasting a naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8, a six-speed manual, and rear-wheel drive. Full specs are still under wraps, but the promise of this combination alone sets pulses racing. Founded by Josè Mignatta, the company named the car after his grandmother, Caterina, adding a touch of personal heritage to its allure.
The Rina’s foundation is a lightweight carbon-fiber monocoque chassis, reinforced with Kevlar, tipping the scales at a mere 71 kg (156 lbs). Its interior blends carbon-fiber bucket seats with supple leather, while a gated manual shifter takes center stage on the console, flanked by analog dials and switches for climate and other controls. True to its “zero screens” ethos, the dashboard features classic analog gauges, including a speedometer that tops out at 320 km/h.
While Mignatta keeps the V8’s origins mysterious—rumors point to a tuned Ford Coyote—the engine has been refined by Italtecnica Engineering, with power figures yet to be revealed. The car’s performance credentials are bolstered by hydraulic rack-and-pinion steering, a limited-slip differential, Brembo brakes (six-piston front, four-piston rear, with optional ceramics), and Pirelli P Zero Trofeo RS tires wrapped around 19- and 20-inch forged wheels. For track enthusiasts, the doors even include helmet storage slots.
Drawing inspiration from the elegant designs of 1960s Italian classics, the Rina features a long hood and a compact rear, exuding timeless style. Each of the 30 annual builds can be extensively customized, making every Rina a potential one-off. While delivery timelines and final specs remain forthcoming, the anticipation is palpable. Here’s hoping we’ll soon see this retro-inspired roadster tearing up the tarmac, delivering the unfiltered driving experience it promises.
