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Lancia Dilambda Coupé Victoria

1933Coachwork by Pininfarina

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Manufacturer
Lancia
Base model
Dilambda
Coachbuilt version
Coupé Victoria Pinin Farina
Coachbuilder
Pininfarina
Production period
1933
Body style
Coupé

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR

Coachbuilding, design & conversions

PRICE & SALES RECORD

Vehicle value

Original price
Not documented
Latest recorded sale
Not documented

01 / THE STORY

History & context

The 1933 Lancia Dilambda Coupé Victoria, one of the latest Pininfarina creations on the Dilambda chassis, marks a significant evolution towards more modern automotive design. This model showcases a maturation in styling that embraces aerodynamic principles and a sleek, cohesive aesthetic. One of the most notable features of the 1933 Dilambda Coupé Victoria is its tilted windshield and radiator, both angled backward to enhance the vehicle’s aerodynamic profile. This design choice not only gives the car a more dynamic and streamlined appearance but also reflects a departure from the more upright, traditional forms of earlier models. The rear window complements this forward-thinking approach with its inclination in the opposite direction, further contributing to the car’s overall aerodynamic efficiency. The side windows of the Dilambda Coupé Victoria are now rounded, a design evolution that integrates seamlessly with the curvature of the roofline. This rounded outline creates a harmonious flow from the front to the back of the car, accentuating its modern silhouette. The meticulous attention to detail in the window design underscores Pininfarina’s commitment to both form and function, ensuring that the aesthetic enhancements also improve the vehicle’s aerodynamic performance. Additionally, the spare wheel is elegantly faired with a sheet metal cover, a thoughtful design element that aligns with the receding shape of the trunk. This integration of the spare wheel into the car’s overall design not only improves the visual coherence of the rear end but also maintains the sleek, uninterrupted lines that define the Coupé Victoria’s modern appearance. In summary, the 1933 Lancia Dilambda Coupé Victoria by Pininfarina represents a significant step forward in automotive design, moving towards more aerodynamic and modern shapes. The backward-tilted windshield and radiator, rounded side windows, and faired spare wheel exemplify the innovative and forward-thinking approach of Pininfarina. This model stands as a testament to the design evolution of the early 1930s, blending elegance, functionality, and aerodynamic efficiency in a remarkable example of automotive craftsmanship.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Limited
Production notes
Catalogue Raisonné card 29 explicitly says the 1933 Dilambda Coupé Victoria was produced for Lancia in a short production run. Numeric Units=1 removed; exact chassis and total count remain open.

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
V8
Displacement
3,960 cc
Power (CV)
100 CV
Engine speed
4,000 rpm
Transmission
Manual 4-speed
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Gearbox
Manual 4-speed
Drivetrain
RWD
Power RPM
4000 rpm

03 / DESIGN, BODY & SUPPLIERS

Design, body & suppliers

Design & manufacture

Manufacturer · Documented
Lancia
Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Pininfarina

Body form & construction

Body style
Coupé

04 / EVENTS & CHRONOLOGY

Events & chronology

Concorso d'Eleganza di Nervi General · verified
Date
1933
Chassis
General

Knowledge event_record_key CI1-68251-EVT-5577

The Lancia Dilambda Berlina Victoria by Pinin Farina is identified by Centro Storico Fiat, with Archivio Pininfarina credit, as winner of the Gran Prix at the 1933 Nervi concours. General · Unreviewed
Date
1933
Chassis
General

CHRONOLOGICAL RECORD

General chronology

Chronological history2 dated records
  1. Unassigned chassis · Event

    Concorso d'Eleganza di Nervi

  2. Unassigned chassis · Event

    The Lancia Dilambda Berlina Victoria by Pinin Farina is identified by Centro Storico Fiat, with Archivio Pininfarina credit, as winner of the Gran Prix at the 1933 Nervi concours.

09 / PERIOD ARCHIVE

Period photographs & advertising

THE CONVERSATION

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