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Talbot-Lago T26 Record Coupé Farina

1949Coachwork by Stabilimenti Farina

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1949
Body style
Coupé
Engine
Inline-6
Type
One-off
Production
1

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 Talbot Lago T26 (1949) was coachbuilt by Stabilimenti Farina. During this period, the model was developed as a luxury automobile that exemplified the craftsmanship and design skills of its era. The coachbuilding process involved meticulous attention to proportions and construction methods, utilizing advanced techniques to achieve a streamlined profile that complemented its mechanical configuration. Mechanically, the Talbot Lago T26 featured a robust framework, with documentation indicating that it was powered by an inline-six engine. The chassis was designed to provide a balance between performance and comfort, reflecting the automotive trends of the late 1940s. In production terms, the model was constructed with high-quality materials, enhancing its durability and aesthetic appeal. Production was limited, with only one unit produced, which underscores the exclusivity of the Talbot Lago T26. Surviving examples are recorded in private collections, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. The Talbot Lago T26 Farina remains a significant artifact in automotive history, reflecting the integration of design and engineering during a transformative period in the industry.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production
1
Production type
One-off
Production notes
1949 Paris Motor Show evidence supports a Stabilimenti Farina-bodied Talbot-Lago T26 Record coupé. Numeric one-off count is not asserted from the reviewed external source.

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-6
Specification notes
Keep distinct from the 1951 T26 GS Stabilimenti Farina Cabriolet chassis 110160. NO_AUTO_INHERIT preserved.

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Stabilimenti Farina
Manufacturer · Documented
Talbot

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.

ReferenceSource type
Curbside Classic — Talbot, Almost Invincible www.curbsideclassic.com Independent model history
Ultimatecarpage — Talbot-Lago T26 GS Farina Cabriolet www.ultimatecarpage.com Specialist vehicle history conflict reference

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