THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Manufacturer
- Ansaldo
- Base model
- Tipo 22
- Coachbuilt version
- Limousine Dorsay Stabilimenti Farina
- Coachbuilder
- Stabilimenti Farina
- Production period
- 1930
- Body style
- Limousine Dorsay
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 Ansaldo 18 Limousine Dorsay Farina (1930) was coachbuilt by Stabilimenti Farina. During this period, Ansaldo was known for its commitment to luxury and performance, and the 18 Limousine exemplified this ethos through its combination of elegant design and advanced engineering. The coachbuilding process involved meticulous attention to proportions and stylistic details, resulting in a vehicle that harmonized with the aesthetic trends of the early 1930s, emphasizing a streamlined silhouette and refined detailing.
Mechanically, the Ansaldo 18 featured a robust chassis that was engineered to support a luxurious body while ensuring stability and comfort. Documentation indicates that the vehicle was equipped with a well-designed suspension system, contributing to a smooth ride. Powered by a suitable engine configuration, the vehicle was capable of delivering a satisfying performance in line with the expectations of its clientele.
Production data for the Ansaldo 18 Limousine is not specified; however, surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. The craftsmanship exhibited by Stabilimenti Farina in the production of this model showcases the collaboration between manufacturers and coachbuilders that defined the luxury automotive landscape of the era. The Ansaldo 18 Limousine Dorsay Farina remains a notable example of Italian automotive design, reflecting the historical context of its creation and the technical advancements of its time.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Fuori-serie
- Body & configuration · Legacy attribution
- Dorsay
Engine & performance
- Specification notes
- Confidence detail moved from confidence: high_disposition_only
03 / DESIGN, BODY & SUPPLIERS
Design, body & suppliers
Design & manufacture
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Stabilimenti Farina
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Ansaldo
Body form & construction
- Body style
- Limousine Dorsay
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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