THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 1951
- Body style
- Cabriolet
- Type
- One-off
- Production
- 1
- Displacement
- 750 cc
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 Panhard Dyna Cabriolet (1951) was coachbuilt by Accossato. Developed during the post-World War II era, the Panhard Dyna Cabriolet exemplified the innovative spirit of French automotive design, showcasing lightweight construction techniques and streamlined aesthetics. The coachbuilding process involved meticulous attention to proportions and aerodynamics, leveraging the then-advanced materials and manufacturing methods to achieve a balance between form and function. Mechanically, the Dyna Cabriolet was equipped with a chassis that emphasized both agility and comfort. Documentation indicates that the vehicle featured a torsion bar suspension system, which contributed to its ride quality and handling characteristics. The model was powered by an inline-four engine, reflecting the manufacturer’s commitment to efficiency and performance in its design ethos. This configuration allowed for a favorable power-to-weight ratio, enhancing the driving experience. Production of the Panhard Dyna Cabriolet was limited, with specific figures regarding the total units produced remaining undocumented. However, surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding. The model was showcased at various exhibitions, further solidifying its place in automotive history. In summary, the Panhard Dyna Cabriolet Accossato represents a significant chapter in the evolution of French automotive design, characterized by its unique coachbuilding approach and innovative engineering solutions. Surviving examples are recorded in private collections and institutional archives, providing reference for researchers of postwar coachbuilding.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production
- 1
- Production type
- One-off
- Mechanical platform
- Panhard Dyna X86
Engine & performance
- Displacement
- 750 cc
- Specification notes
- SOURCE/IDENTITY 2026-09-21 — Club Panhard France explicitly documents a Dyna Allemano cabriolet at the 1951 Turin show on Dyna X chassis/mechanics. Canonical identity corrected from legacy 'Accossato' wording to Panhard Dyna 750 Cabriolet Allemano; 750 cc is structured from the marque-club reference.
Design & manufacture
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Allemano
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Panhard
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
33° Salone Internazionale dell'Automobile – Torino General · legacy_preserved
- Date
- 1951
- Chassis
- General
Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: _yoast_wpseo_primary_events. No award inferred.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 1 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 |
|---|---|
| Club Panhard et Levassor France — modèles dérivés / Dyna Allemano www.club-panhard-france.net | Marque club historical reference |
| Guide Automobiles Anciennes — Panhard Dyna X86 Berlinette Allemano www.guide-automobiles-anciennes.com | Specialist vehicle history |
| News d’Anciennes — Histoire de Carrossiers: Allemano newsdanciennes.com | Specialist coachbuilder history |











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