If the Lancia 037 were reborn for the modern age, the Kimera EVO37 would be it—loud, uncompromising, and proudly nostalgic in all the right ways.
Frank Stephenson, the designer behind icons like the McLaren P1, BMW’s reborn Mini, and Ferrari’s modern greats, sees the EVO37 as a masterclass in how to honour the past without freezing it in time.
The EVO37 draws directly from the original Lancia 037, the last rear-wheel-drive car to win the World Rally Championship, and it wears that heritage openly.
From the instantly recognisable mid-engined proportions to the boxy flared arches and brutally short overhangs, the stance feels pure Group B theatre.
The Martini livery only sharpens the impact, while details like the removable rear bumper—designed to expose the mechanicals and fling gravel like the rally car—underline Kimera’s commitment to authenticity.
The design was led by Luca Borgogno, formerly of Pininfarina, and it shows in the balance between reverence and restraint.
The EVO37 defies contemporary excess when you step inside. Although the price is close to £700,000, experience comes before luxury.
The driving experience is purposefully retro thanks to three pedals, analogue switchgear, thin A-pillars, and clear outward visibility.
High-quality leather and Alcantara sit alongside analogue dials and discreet digital displays, blending nostalgia with just enough modern tech.
For Stephenson, the Kimera EVO37 succeeds because it tells a coherent story. It remembers exactly where it came from—and confidently shows where analogue performance cars might still be headed.
