Called the Nuccio, this radical concept offered a modern take on what the Lancia Stratos Zero could look like today
Bertone has had a rollercoaster history, and the Nuccio concept perfectly captures both its high points and low moments. First revealed in 2012 as a non-functional design study, it returned later that same year as a fully operational showstopper. Now, that very car is headed to auction—marking the final model to officially wear the Bertone name.
Created as a tribute to the iconic Lancia Stratos Zero, the Nuccio is named after Giovanni Bertone’s son and is built on the bones of a Ferrari F430. That means it’s packing a 4.3-liter naturally aspirated V8, F1-style paddle shifters, and an unmistakable Ferrari exhaust note.
But what really sets the Nuccio apart is its dramatic styling. The wedge-shaped front end is pure retro-futurism, while the wraparound lighting includes a clever front brake light to alert pedestrians. A single wiper clears the massive windshield, and the flowing glass roof features crocodile-inspired arches for a distinctive silhouette.
Inside, the cabin mixes bold design with bespoke details. It’s far from a rebranded Ferrari. You’ll find analog gauges, sculpted red upholstery, a waterfall center console, and switchgear made from knurled metal—elevating the driving experience to something truly unique. The current owner acquired the car in 2018 from an auction that included several other Bertone assets and has held onto it ever since.
This one-off creation will cross the block at RM Sotheby’s this July, with estimates ranging between $460,000 and $600,000.
While Bertone ceased operations in 2014, the name has recently been revived under new ownership. Their first project, the GB110, aims to carry the legacy forward—but whether it will reach the same iconic status as the Nuccio remains to be seen. Reaching that level will require a long string of successful designs.
