2024 marks a significant milestone in automotive history: the 60th anniversary of Bizzarrini, a name synonymous with performance and innovation in GT cars. Founded in 1964 by the visionary engineer Giotto Bizzarrini, the company was born from a passion for creating vehicles that excelled on both the road and the racetrack. This milestone highlights a legacy that continues to inspire and push the boundaries of automotive design and engineering.
One of the most defining moments in the company's history came just one year after its founding, when Bizzarrini secured a class victory at the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans in June 1965. In a fitting display of his devotion to his craft, Giotto himself is said to have driven the winning car from the Circuit de la Sarthe all the way back to the brand's headquarters in Livorno, Tuscany, underscoring the blend of race-ready performance and everyday driveability that Bizzarrini cars exemplified.
This early success solidified Bizzarrini’s reputation, and the partnership between Giotto Bizzarrini and legendary designer Giorgetto Giugiaro, which began in 1964, also played a pivotal role in the brand’s story. At the time, Giugiaro, working with Bertone, was responsible for crafting the sleek, aerodynamic lines of the iconic Bizzarrini 5300 GT. Fast forward 60 years, and Giugiaro, now alongside his son Fabrizio, continues to influence the brand’s direction, this time through the creation of the Bizzarrini Giotto. This new Hyper GT car embodies the same pioneering spirit and commitment to design excellence that Giotto Bizzarrini championed when he founded the company.
In celebration of this 60-year journey, Bizzarrini has revealed a special, one-of-a-kind continuation edition of its Le Mans class-winning Corsa. This limited-edition model, dubbed Nero Sessanta, is a striking deep black color that exudes an air of elegance and menace. The choice of color is no coincidence; historical photographs often show Giotto Bizzarrini driving a black version of his own creations, making this homage all the more fitting. The Nero Sessanta edition captures the predatory anticipation that defined Bizzarrini's approach to car design, offering a bold reminder of the company’s legacy.
The Bizzarrini Corsa Revival program, which began two years ago, recently completed its final build. While the famed Rosso Corsa 222 color of the Le Mans-winning car remains a fan favorite, the revival program has also seen the creation of unique editions in vibrant hues such as Verde Bosco Ventiquattro, Bianco Diciotto, and Giallo Toscano, adding an extra layer of individuality to these special machines.
As Bizzarrini celebrates 60 years of automotive excellence, the brand continues to push forward with the same passion and precision that defined its early years. From Le Mans triumphs to the ongoing partnership with the Giugiaros, Bizzarrini remains a symbol of virtuosity in the world of high-performance cars.
