THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Manufacturer
- Lancia
- Base model
- Augusta
- Coachbuilt version
- Berlinetta Aerodinamica Viotti one-off
- Coachbuilder
- Viotti
- Production period
- 1935
- Body style
- Berlinetta
- Designer
- Mario Revelli di Beaumont
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 Augusta Berlinetta Aerodinamica, an exquisite one-off creation meticulously crafted by Carrozzeria Viotti, made its grand debut under the discerning eye of Marquis Ippolito Barei di S. Albano at the prestigious 1935 Concorso d’Eleganza di Torino. This automotive masterpiece, designed by the visionary Mario Revelli di Beaumont, marked one of the pioneering ventures into aerodynamic studies, setting the stage for future innovations in automotive design. Taking center stage at the Concorso d’Eleganza di Torino, this Lancia Augusta Berlinetta Aerodinamica left an indelible mark by clinching the coveted Best of Show title, known as the “Gran Premio della più bella vettura” with its distinctly Italian body. The sheer elegance and forward-thinking design of this vehicle captivated the judges and spectators alike, securing its place as a true work of art on wheels. The accolades continued to pour in as the car ventured to the 1935 Viareggio Concours d’Elegance, where it claimed multiple honors. The Lancia Augusta Berlinetta Aerodinamica not only seized the category prize but also garnered the special public prize, a testament to its universal appeal and timeless allure. This remarkable automobile, born from the collaborative brilliance of Carrozzeria Viotti and Mario Revelli di Beaumont, stands as a symbol of innovation and beauty, forever etched in the annals of automotive history.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production
- 1
- Production type
- One-off
Engine & performance
- Engine configuration
- V4
- Displacement
- 1,196 cc
- Power (CV)
- 35 CV
- Engine speed
- 4,000 rpm
- Transmission
- Manual 4-speed
- Drive
- Rear-wheel drive
- Specification notes
- Source-backed donor/model-level baseline for Lancia Augusta (1933–1936): narrow-angle V4, 1196 cc, 35 CV at 4000 rpm, 4-speed manual, rear-wheel drive. Coachbuilt-body dimensions, weight and maximum speed are intentionally not inherited.
Additional features
- Recorded features
- Aerodinamica
- Gearbox
- Manual 4-speed
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Power RPM
- 4000 rpm
03 / DESIGN, BODY & SUPPLIERS
Design, body & suppliers
Design & manufacture
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Viotti
- Designer · Candidate
- Mario Revelli di Beaumont
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Lancia
Body form & construction
- Body style
- Berlinetta
04 / EVENTS & CHRONOLOGY
Events & chronology
Concorso d'Eleganza di Viareggio General · legacy_preserved
- Date
- 1935
- Chassis
- General
Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: list_of_awards_1_events|list_of_awards_2_events. No award inferred.
At the 1935 Turin concours the Lancia Augusta entered by Marquis Ippolito Barei di S. Albano and bodied by Viotti received the Gran Premio for the most beautiful car with Italian-built coachwork, with a silver cup. General · legacy_preserved
- Date
- 28 Apr 1935
- Chassis
- General
Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: _yoast_wpseo_primary_events|list_of_awards_0_events. No award inferred.
CHRONOLOGICAL RECORD
General chronology
Chronological history2 dated records
08 / GALLERY
Photo gallery 2 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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