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.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 4 photographs
08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.
| Reference | Source 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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