We do not know who built this example of a Barchetta, but we can speculate that whoever did so aimed to participate in the “Sport” class road competitions. In this class, many individuals—often in a highly artisanal manner—engaged in creating small, lightweight cars, frequently based on Fiat 500B and C chassis with bodies crafted by… Read More Twin cam mystery: 1939 Barchetta
This Fiat 1500 Coupé by Allemano is a rare and beautifully restored masterpiece. According to the seller, this car, designed by the legendary Giovanni Michelotti, exudes elegance with its blu bosforo paintwork and refined craftsmanship, echoing the sophistication of the Maserati 5000. The seller explains that the car was purchased in Italy in 2014 in… Read More Four eyes: 1963 Fiat 1500 Coupé by Allemano
A unique FIAT 1100B, crafted by stylist Giacinto Ghia, reflects the personal taste of its wealthy owner. Preserved largely in original condition, it features a charming cream and green color scheme, showcasing its distinctive details.… Read More Pillarless: 1947 Fiat 1100B Coupé by Ghia
Franco Sbarro, renowned for his unconventional automotive designs in the 1980s, unveiled the unique Super Eight in 1984, featuring a Ferrari V8 engine. This fully operational vehicle is now for sale in Paris for €250,000.… Read More The One and Only: 1984 Sbarro Super Eight
This is one of the most beautiful coupés ever built by the Italian automotive industry, and we’re not exaggerating. Of course, this statement stems from the designer’s effort to balance coupé practicality with graceful lines, all while working with the reduced surface area of the platform: try designing a car with elegant lines that remains… Read More 53 years ownership: 1968 Fiat 850 Sport Racer Berlinetta by Bertone
A 1965 OSI 1200 Gran Luce, rare and original with 33,000 km, is for sale by its elderly owner for €35,000. Requires inspection and some maintenance, ideal for enthusiasts.… Read More Old but gold: 1965 OSI 1200 Granluce Coupé
The Auto Union 1000 MilleSpecial, produced in Argentina from 1960 to 1970, features unique design elements and remains in original condition. It’s a valued collector’s item currently for sale in Torino, Italy, for €39,000.… Read More Special two-stroke: 1960 DKW 1000 “MilleSpecial” by Fissore
The Cisitalia Abarth 850GT Allemano Spider, a rare 1964 model, boasts excellent preservation, original components, and a rebuilt engine. It is for sale in Ferrara, Italy, priced at €76,000 ($82,000).… Read More The last one: 1964 Cisitalia-Abarth 850GT Spider by Allemano
If this design looks familiar to you, we have the explanation: this car is the smaller version of the ‘Supergioiello’ based on Alfa Romeo, which we have previously featured. Both were designed by the genius Michelotti for the Ghia coachbuilder, which produced a significant number (relatively speaking, of course—we are talking about 10-15 units at… Read More The little sister: 1950 Fiat 1100B Gioiello by Ghia
We were not familiar with this berlinetta, which closely resembles the FIAT 8V models built by Zagato, and perhaps the reason is that it is likely a one-of-a-kind example. Besides its rarity, this car also seems to have been a winner: the seller claims that it placed first in its class at the Sebring and… Read More Glorious past: 1955 Bandini GTV by Zagato
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