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Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 SS Touring

1947Coachwork by Touring

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
1947
Body style
Coupé
Engine
Inline-6
Type
Limited

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR

Coachbuilding, design & conversions

PRICE & SALES RECORD

Vehicle value

Original price
Not documented
Latest recorded sale
USD 472,500 2023-08-19 · RM Sotheby's
Price details & sale history ↗

01 / THE STORY

History & context

The Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 SS Touring, chassis number 915539, represents a distinguished example of post-war automotive elegance and engineering prowess. Constructed in 1946, this rolling chassis was adorned with a coupe-style body crafted by Carrozzeria Touring, renowned for its lightweight Superleggera construction technique. The Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Super Sports series, which includes chassis 915539, stands as a testament to Alfa Romeo’s commitment to performance and luxury. Following its completion in 1947, the car was dispatched to Portugal, where it caught the eye of Carlos F. Alsina Saruya of Estoril. The Alsina Saruya family cherished the vehicle for nearly six decades, preserving its historical and mechanical integrity. In 2006, the car transitioned into the possession of a passionate German collector, who embarked on a meticulous restoration journey under the expertise of German specialists. This restoration aimed not only to revive the car’s original allure but also to showcase its intrinsic craftsmanship and heritage. Once restored to its former glory, chassis 915539 graced prestigious European events, including the esteemed Villa D’Este Concours d’Elegance in 2011. The Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 SS Touring coupe epitomizes timeless automotive design, blending sleek lines with a powerful performance ethos. Its journey from Portugal to Germany underscores its enduring appeal among discerning collectors, drawn to its historical significance and rarefied status within the pantheon of classic Alfa Romeos. Today, this meticulously restored masterpiece continues to captivate enthusiasts and collectors alike, embodying the legacy of Alfa Romeo’s preeminent craftsmanship and Touring’s iconic design prowess.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Limited

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
Inline-6

Design & manufacture

Manufacturer · Documented
Alfa Romeo
Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Touring
Designer · Documented
Federico Formenti

04 / INDIVIDUAL HISTORY

Chassis & provenance

Chassis 915539
Chassis number
915539
Year
1947

05 / VALUE

Value & price history

Auction & sale history

Date Venue Chassis Record Status Amount
19 Aug 2023 RM Sotheby's Model-level · chassis not verified Sale price Sold USD 472,500

Market observations describe documented transactions, estimates or offers. They are not themselves a current valuation of the vehicle.

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.

10 / CONNECTED HISTORY

Timeline

Chronological history1 dated records
  1. Unassigned chassis · Auction

    RM Sotheby's · Sold · USD 472,500

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