THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Manufacturer
- Lancia
- Base model
- Astura
- Coachbuilt version
- Pinin Farina Limousine/formal-body family 1937–40
- Coachbuilder
- Pininfarina
- Production period
- 1937
- Body style
- Limousine
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 Lancia Astura Limousine by Pininfarina, crafted in 1937, stands as a remarkable testament to the automotive luxury and meticulous craftsmanship of its era. Built upon the esteemed Lancia Astura chassis, renowned for its engineering excellence and refined performance, this grand limousine was designed to meet the highest standards of comfort, elegance, and sophistication. At its core, the Astura Limousine was engineered to provide an unparalleled driving and passenger experience, seamlessly blending performance with opulence. Its spacious interior was meticulously crafted to exude luxury and practicality, featuring an internal partition that separated the driver from the rear cabin, ensuring privacy for its distinguished occupants. Additionally, folding seats offered increased flexibility, allowing for additional passengers when required without compromising on comfort or refinement. While the exterior design adhered to the classic limousine silhouette, it also incorporated streamlined mudguards, a modern touch that subtly enhanced aerodynamic efficiency and set it apart from more traditional, boxy designs. This harmonious balance between timeless elegance and progressive styling was a hallmark of Pininfarina’s design philosophy, reinforcing its reputation as a leading coachbuilder of the time. Produced in limited numbers, the Lancia Astura Limousine by Pininfarina was meticulously handcrafted in small series, ensuring that each vehicle received exceptional attention to detail and bespoke customization. This exclusive approach further cemented Pininfarina’s status as a premier coachbuilder, renowned for tailoring automobiles to the unique preferences of affluent clientele. Each limousine was a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship, embodying the highest standards of pre-war automotive luxury. Today, these rare Lancia Astura Limousines are revered as distinguished examples of pre-war automotive artistry. Their enduring appeal lies in their sumptuous interiors, advanced design elements, and historical significance, reflecting both Pininfarina’s expertise in coachbuilding and Lancia’s unwavering commitment to engineering excellence during the golden age of motoring. These extraordinary vehicles continue to captivate collectors and enthusiasts alike, serving as a timeless tribute to a bygone era of automotive grandeur.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Limited
- Body & configuration · Legacy attribution
- Limousine
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- V8 a V stretto — donor/base Lancia Astura III/IV serie
- Displacement
- 2,972 cc
- Power (CV)
- 82 CV
- Engine speed
- 4,000 rpm
- Transmission
- Manual 4-speed
- Drive
- Rear-wheel drive
- Specification notes
- DONOR_BASE_PROJECTION — base-model technical fields projected from VIOTTI-LANCIA-ASTURA-1937 because make/model/year match exactly. This does not assert that the coachbuilt/special vehicle retained identical tuning or performance. | Source-backed donor/model-level baseline for Lancia Astura Series III–IV: narrow-angle V8, 2973 cc, 82 CV at 4000 rpm, 4-speed manual, rear-wheel drive. Coachbuilt-body dimensions, weight and maximum speed are intentionally not inherited.
- 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
- Limousine
04 / EVENTS & CHRONOLOGY
Events & chronology
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
08 / GALLERY
Photo gallery 1 photographs
09 / PERIOD ARCHIVE
Period photographs & advertising
The period archive gallery will show historical photographs, advertisements, brochures and press images once assets, provenance and usage rights have been recorded in the masterfile.











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