Slot a Lot

Six encounters. Six voices. Six brands that shaped the history of Italian motorsport. At Passione Engadina 2026, we don’t only celebrate the cars, we celebrate the people who truly lived them.

Slot a Lot was born from this idea: to pause and listen to authentic testimonies. Stories of individuals whose paths crossed a brand at the decisive moment that changed everything. People who still carry with them that sound, that scent, that unmistakable character.

01.

Arturo Merzario

Abarth

Arturo Merzario looks back on the crucial years of his development at Abarth (1964–1969), his direct relationship with Carlo Abarth, and the environment that transformed him into a professional racing driver. In the interview, he shares an emblematic episode that captures the true “Abarth spirit” and reflects on the differences between Formula 1 in the 1970s and today.

02.

Daniel Speck

Iso Rivolta

Daniel Speck speaks about the unique charm of his Iso Rivolta GT and the bond between classic cars, memory, and storytelling. A tribute to Italian elegance and to the encounters that are born around cars.

03.

Corrado Lopresto

O.S.C.A.

A rare 1960 Maserati OSCA 1.6 by Touring, one of only two examples ever built. Corrado Lopresto shares the story of its preservation, from the rediscovery of its original light metallic blue paint to the research and documentation needed to protect its identity. A unique piece of Italian design history, brought to Passione Engadina by one of Italy’s most passionate collectors.

04.

Albert Spiess

De Tomaso Pantera

Albert Spiess shares his personal connection with the De Tomaso Pantera, a car that marked the beginning of his passion for sports cars and remains a meaningful part of his story. Through his words, the Pantera emerges as one of the most fascinating expressions of Italian automotive character, perfectly aligned with the spirit of *The Italian Job*, the 2026 edition of Passione Engadina.