Exclusive Pininfarina Battista Gets Magnus Walker’s Signature Style

Electric Rebellion - In a world where automotive boundaries are constantly redefined by electrification, artistry, and innovation, a rare breed of creators continues to bridge the gap between heritage and the future. One of the boldest and most dazzling examples of this connection has emerged through an unexpected collaboration: Magnus Walker—the gritty, dreadlocked legend of custom Porsches, including the iconic Porsche 935 "Moby X"—teaming up with Automobili Pininfarina, the Italian masters of high-design automotive elegance.

A rendering of the Pininfarina Battista hypercar wearing a livery designed by Magnus Walker. (Picture from: RobbReport)

The result? A one-of-a-kind Pininfarina Battista, unlike anything the world has seen. This isn’t just another high-end custom job. It’s the meeting point of two worlds that, on paper, shouldn’t mix. Walker, often called the “Urban Outlaw,” is famous for his hands-on, rough-around-the-edges approach to car culture—favoring patina, hand-done pinstripes, and analog creativity. 

A rendering of the 1,900 hp Battista hypercar sporting a livery that comes from the collaboration between Automobili Pininfarina and Magnus Walker. (Picture from: RobbReport)

Meanwhile, Pininfarina represents the pinnacle of polished European sophistication, with a legacy of designing Ferraris, Maseratis, and Alfa Romeos. And yet, from this unlikely duo came something truly electric—literally and figuratively. The Pininfarina Battista, an all-electric hypercar pushing out an astonishing 1,900 horsepower and commanding a price tag close to $3 million, served as the blank canvas. 

Magnus Walker (left) and Davide Amantea, chief design officer for Automobili Pininfarina, discuss the collaborative Battista’s livery. (Picture from: RobbReport)

But bringing Walker into the fold wasn’t part of some marketing stunt—it all started with a pair of sneakers. During Monterey Car Week in 2022, Walker noticed Pininfarina’s Chief Design Officer Davide Amantea wearing custom Nike SB Dunk Highs that he himself had co-designed. A conversation sparked over shared taste and style, and soon, a transatlantic friendship blossomed—fueled by good food, a test drive in Italy, and eventually, a creative vision that demanded collaboration.

Davide Amantea and his team were tasked with turning Magnus Walker’s stylistic concepts into reality. (Picture from: RobbReport)

Designing the Battista with Walker was no easy task. Known for his instinctive, analog approach, Walker began sketching out livery ideas using colored vinyl tape on a scale model. Photos flew back and forth between LA and Italy, as the two refined and evolved the car’s aesthetic. The fusion of Walker’s urban punk style with Pininfarina’s refined touch required compromise, adaptation, and above all, trust. In Walker’s own words, “I traded in my leather jacket for a pinstriped blazer.”

Magnus Walker was given a scale model of the car to work with.. (Picture from: RobbReport)

The final creation is what Amantea affectionately calls “Irreverent Elegance.” Its custom livery features striking vertical accents along the doors that seem to suggest movement even when the car stands still. The roof and rear are adorned with a barcode-inspired design that mirrors the bronze hues of its one-off wheels. And while the exterior commands attention, the interior offers whispers of artistry only the most observant will notice—embroidered Poltrona Frau leather seats with turquoise plaid inlays, and hidden hand-painted patterns nestled in places most would overlook. They're the kind of details that reward curiosity and speak directly to the future owner’s appreciation of hidden gems.

Magnus Walker began “doing basic line drawings” on the Battista using vinyl tape.. (Picture from: RobbReport)

This isn’t just a one-off; it’s a statement. The Battista by Magnus Walker represents what’s possible when creative worlds collide without boundaries. Pininfarina, known for their tailored excellence, embraced the raw, rebellious energy of Walker’s approach. And Walker, in turn, discovered the joy—and challenge—of working within the hyper-precise world of electric hypercars.

Automobili Pininfarina’s Davide Amantea describes the final product as embodying “Irreverent Elegance.”. (Picture from: RobbReport)

Now showcased in a compelling “Fireside Chat” video, the collaboration marks the beginning of a long-term partnership between the two icons. It’s more than a car. It’s a story, a philosophy, and a vision of what automotive design can be when rules are rewritten, and new paths are explored. | AKL0ZuTH8ys |

In a rapidly electrifying world, it’s rare to find something that feels truly original. But this one-of-a-kind Pininfarina Battista, reimagined through the eyes of Magnus Walker, is exactly that—a celebration of craft, contrast, and collaboration. It’s proof that even the wildest roads can lead to beauty when you’re bold enough to take them. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOMOBILI PININFARINA | AUTOMOBILI PININFARINA ON YOUTUBE | YAHOOFINANCE | ROBBREPORT | DUPONTREGESTRY | THEEVREPORT | SUPERCARBLONDIE ]

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