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Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 S Cabriolet Boneschi

1939Coachwork by Boneschi

Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 S Cabriolet Boneschi
Photo credit Yann Geoffray Studio Grand Sud

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1939
Body style
Cabriolet
Chassis
915-003
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 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 S Cabriolet (1939) was coachbuilt by Boneschi. During this period, the Alfa Romeo 6C series was renowned for its blend of performance and elegance, representing the peak of Italian automotive design in the pre-war era. The coachbuilding process employed by Boneschi involved meticulous attention to proportions and aesthetics, utilizing traditional construction methods that ensured both structural integrity and visual appeal. The design featured flowing lines and a streamlined silhouette, characteristic of the era’s styling trends, which were influenced by aerodynamic principles.

Mechanically, the Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 S Cabriolet was powered by an inline-six engine, providing a balance of power and refinement. The chassis, designated as 38,127, was engineered to accommodate the unique bodywork while ensuring optimal handling dynamics. The suspension system was designed to enhance ride comfort and stability, adapting to the varied road conditions of the time. In production terms, only a single example of this particular model was produced, making it a rare artifact in automotive history.

Documentation indicates that the Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 S Cabriolet was presented at various automotive exhibitions, showcasing the collaborative efforts of Alfa Romeo, Boneschi, and the design principles of the late 1930s. Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding and the evolution of Italian automotive design. The model remains a significant point of study for historians interested in the interplay between automotive engineering and artistic expression, particularly within the context of the Alfa romeo 6c 2500 boneschi lineage.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production
1
Production type
One-off
Production notes
Chassis-specific identity 915-003 is migration-safe. Individual design authorship remains unresolved; do not infer model-level production quantity or promote a designer from studio-level context.

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-6
Specification notes
Confidence detail moved from confidence: high_conflict

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Boneschi
Manufacturer · Documented
Alfa Romeo

04 / INDIVIDUAL HISTORY

Chassis & provenance

Chassis 915-003
Chassis number
915-003
Year
1939

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

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

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

No publishable archival references are currently catalogued for this vehicle.

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