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Bertone Runabout: Reviving Pop-Up Headlights and Retro Charm in 2026

08 Mar 2025
  • What's special about the design of Bertone's Runabout sports car?
  • What's under the hood of Bertone's new sports car?

In a world driven by futuristic electric vehicles and ultra-modern automotive designs, Bertone has decided to take enthusiasts on a nostalgic yet thrilling ride back to the era of pop-up headlights. Known for crafting stylish, limited-run vehicles, Bertone introduces its latest masterpiece, the Runabout, arriving in mid-2026. With its eye-catching neo-retro aesthetics, powerful mid-mounted engine, and distinctive pop-up headlights, this exclusive sports car celebrates automotive nostalgia in a bold, modern form.

Neo-Retro Revival

Neo-Retro Revival

Bertone’s Runabout is an artistic blend of past inspiration and futuristic vision, proudly resurrecting the beloved pop-up headlights that automotive enthusiasts have missed dearly. The front end grabs attention immediately, thanks to its cleverly designed daytime running light bar elegantly integrated into the vehicle's nose. The body of the car carries a striking L-shaped silhouette, emphasized by bold lines that confidently accentuate its sporty stance.

Continuing this neo-retro theme, Bertone promises multiple charming colors, including pearlescent ivory, vibrant ivory, and other unique shades to enhance the exclusive appeal. Drivers will feel an instant connection to classic automotive heritage, blended effortlessly with modern craftsmanship and aerodynamic precision. Limited to only 25 units worldwide, this vehicle defines automotive exclusivity at its finest.

Power and Prestige

Power and Prestige

Under its sleek hood, the Bertone Runabout hides a powerful mid-mounted V-6 gasoline engine producing more than 400 horsepower, promising exhilarating driving dynamics and superior handling. The car's open-top design, combined with its lightweight build, ensures an extraordinary connection between the driver, vehicle, and the road.

Two versions of the Runabout will be offered, both delivering an unmatched driving experience. Customers can select between different configurations tailored to their driving preferences: a pure and minimalist roadster version or the refined option that features additional comforts. Pre-orders for the Runabout are currently open, with production strictly limited to 25 units. Deliveries will start in mid-2026, priced from 350,000 Euros, making it a prized collector’s piece and a standout in any automotive enthusiast’s garage.

Ahd Kamal

BY Ahd Kamal

Started my career in Automotive Journalism in 2015. Even though I'm a pharmacist, hanging around cars all the time has created a passion for the automotive industry since day 1.

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