This 1953 Stanguellini 1100 Berlinetta by Bertone represents a fascinating collaboration between two of Italy’s most respected automotive names—Bertone, renowned for its avant-garde designs, and Stanguellini, a master of Fiat-based performance engineering.

Originally presented in 1950 and redesigned in 1953 by the visionary Franco Scaglione, this Berlinetta embodies the essence of mid-century Italian automotive design and performance. Drawing inspiration from Scaglione’s groundbreaking Alfa Romeo BAT series, the Berlinetta features signature design elements such as a split rear window, a sleek fastback profile, and a fully integrated grille with headlights. The sculpted fins on the rear fenders give it an aerodynamic presence, making it one of the most distinctive Fiat-based cars of its era. Bertone utilized the Fiat 508C steel monocoque as a foundation, while later models incorporated the Fiat 1100/103 platform.

Under the hood, Stanguellini worked its magic to extract impressive performance from the 1100cc engine. With upgrades that included a Weber carburetor, a special intake manifold, and a high-compression cylinder head, this Berlinetta could produce up to 70 bhp—significantly enhancing its driving dynamics. Find it for sale at €320,000 (today $336,000) here in Bassano Del Grappa, Italy.